About Us
Established in 2016, Blue Crow Gallery proudly represents local Canadian artists. Our constantly changing collection features established and emerging painters, pottery artists, jewelers, sculptors & more. Blue Crow Gallery aims to provide an accessible & enjoyable art purchasing experience for both new & established collectors.
Our gallery offers art consultations, digital Photoshop services, and home trials to ensure you’re choosing the perfect piece of art to bring joy to your space.
Our art studio has much to offer, from our After-School art classes to portfolio-building programs for teens and themed Art Camps. Our range of classes for children and adults aims to inspire all to have fun learning new skills and creating their own masterpieces. Take a look at the classes & workshops that we’re currently offering in our studio.
Meet The Team
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Jodi Wheeler
OWNER / DIRECTOR
Jodi Wheeler is a Toronto-based mixed-media artist who has been painting professionally since 2005. Her work is held in exhibitions and private and corporate collections across Canada, the U.S., Australia, and Europe. She earned her BFA from York University’s Fine Arts program in 1999 and went on to work as an art dealer and gallery manager in Australia and Canada.
In 2015, Jodi co-opened Second Door Studio & retail gallery in Toronto’s Distillery District. In December 2016, she realized a long-held dream by opening Blue Crow Gallery.
Blue Crow Gallery includes a dedicated teaching centre offering art classes and workshops in a variety of mediums for both children and adults. Jodi continues to expand her role within Toronto’s art community, building meaningful, lasting relationships with artists and collectors alike.
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Erika Stark
GALLERY MANAGER / TEACHER
Erika Stark joined Blue Crow Gallery full-time in 2023 and serves as both Gallery Manager and Art Teacher. A Canadian artist and illustrator, her work spans multiple mediums and has been exhibited across Toronto and the GTA.
With a background in Theatre Production, Erika developed a deep love for storytelling and immersive world-building. After studying Drawing & Painting at OCAD University, her artistic practice evolved toward themes of Folklore, Magic, & Modern Monsters.
Inspired by Art Nouveau and Art Deco design traditions, her work weaves ornament and symbolism into carefully constructed compositions.
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Gianna-Luisa Aceto
GALLERY ASSISTANT / MERCHANDISER
Gianna-Luisa Aceto has been with Blue Crow Gallery since 2022 as a valued member of the Sales & Administrative Team. She plays an integral role in supporting clients, curating wall installations, and thoughtfully designing the gallery’s displays and front windows.
A Canadian artist based in Toronto, Gianna-Luisa’s practice centres on pure abstraction. She creates compositions focused on geometric and indefinite forms, exploring how perception shifts between artist and viewer. Her work reflects an interest in visual language, movement, and the relationship between structure and interpretation.
Gianna-Luisa received her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Studio Art from Brock University.
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Madeline Cushman
GALLERY ASSISTANT / COORDINATOR
Madeline Cushman is a Gallery Assistant at Blue Crow Gallery, where she brings a rich background in curatorial support, exhibition installation, and community-based arts programming. Madeline is a recent graduate of Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Arts and Science (honours) in Art History and a certificate in Urban Planning. Madeline has gained hands-on experience at not-for-profit galleries, artist-run centres, archival institutions, and the Venice Biennale.
Her work is grounded in a deep commitment to accessibility and inclusivity in the arts. Whether helping install exhibitions, writing didactic material, or engaging with visitors, Madeline is passionate about creating a welcoming and meaningful experience in the arts.