About

Skagen Gallery

SKAGEN GALLERY takes its name from the northernmost town in Denmark, where the waters of the Baltic and North seas meet. For Danes it is an inspiration location where land, sea and sky appear to mystically dissolve into one another. 

Towards the end of the 19th century, Skagen became popular with a group of Scandinavian impressionist artists now known as The Skagen Painters.

Thanks to the artistic community that remains in Skagen, the local arts and crafts galleries continue to thrive and attract artists from all over the world.

Anita Lauritsen

Founder

Having a lifelong passion for both visual and performing arts, Danish Canadian business owner, and SKAGEN GALLERY founder, Anita Lauritsen, was inspired to merge her love for art with one of her Danish bakery and coffee cafes in Toronto. 

Cafes have a long history of being gathering places for artists and creative individuals to connect, share and debate artistic trends. SKAGEN GALLERY is a space for both art appreciation and a sanctuary for local artists.

Anita’s vision for the gallery is to create a relaxed and welcoming environment for viewing and interacting with art. This atmosphere will allow both new and established artists to showcase their work to a wider audience and reach potential buyers and art enthusiasts who might not otherwise visit a traditional art gallery.