Cataloging Joe's Work

Cataloging Whalen's work is a monumental task. We have a database which contains images of his work. To make it more searchable we enter keywords with each image. We add titles, size, media and owner (if the owner chooses). If we happen to have a sketch which contributed to the creation of the work that is also associated with the image and is included for viewing. In addition, we are adding video and/or audio clips if we happen to have one available related to the work.

As important as the image we also try to collect stories of the work. How it was obtained, what it means to the owner, etc.

In the near future we will be allowing individuals to come in and view the works in the database.

If you wish to volunteer to enter information into the database, scan/edit images or anything else we always appreciate the help.

Loan us your Whalens

Over a period of seventy-five years Joe produced thousands of works both formally & informally. In addition to the paintings we know there are sketches (sometimes done quickly on a napkin or scrap of paper), birthday cards, humorous cartoons, posters, etc, etc, etc. There are menus, programs from plays, reunions and the like, logos, etc, etc, etc. All of these things are important for the catalogue.

Joe always said (quoting his mother Helen), "Art is nothing if it is not shared". If you have any Whalens, even something as simple as a small sketch, please contact us and share it with others. We love to collect the stories which go with any of Joe's artwrok.

If we use your painting for the annual calendar you recieve one at no charge.

We also will be feature loaned works for the annual Whalen: Legacy On Loan shows if you are willing to loan them out to us.

Sponsor an Easel

For the Whalen: Legacy on Loan 2017 show we were not allowed to put nails in the wall and there was no hanging system. Instead we built 50 easels and an assortment of pedestals. We are now offering sponsorships for those easels. For $30 we will put a name plate with the sponsors name. In Memoriams are welcome and encouraged. The funds raised will help us continue the work of the Niagara Art Trail and cataloging of Joe's work.

Champion Another Artist

We have our hands full with Whalen's work, but we encourage others to take up the torch for other artists. Whether it's your own work, the work of a relative, or just a local artist whom you enjoy. We open our resource center up to those wishing to take on the task.

More ways to be involved will be coming soon...