Krampus is a mythical creature that, in various regions of the world – especially Austria and Hungary – is believed to accompany St. Nicholas (Santa Claus) during the Christmas season. Krampus is a Bizarro Santa – a demonic creature who warns and punishes naughty children.  Due to German and Austrian influences, the myth of Krampus is also prevalent in Croatia, Slovakia, Slovenia and northern Italy.

A number of artists have done their interpretations of Krampus for this gallery show.

Running from Dec 2, 2010 – Jan 10, 2011 at RESISTOR GALLERY – Monday through Friday – 10am to 5pm.

284 College Street 2nd Floor, Toronto (Map)

OPENING NIGHT: Thursday, December 2 at 7:30pm – December 3 at 1:00am

Please note: the opening follows a double book launch by CF and Brian Chippendale from 6:30-7:30, presented by The Beguiling and Picture box at the same location.

Participating artists:

Andrew Heffron • Aaron Costain • Aaron Leighton • Attila Szanyi • Brian McLachlan •Brandon Steen • Clayton Hanmer • Crankbunny • Craig Marshall • Chris Stone • Carey Sookocheff • Drazen Kozjan • Dan Turner • Diego Bergia • Diana McNally • Faez Alidousti • Hyein Lee • Jessica Fortner • Jesse Jacobs • Jeremy Kai • Janice Kun • Jason Bone • Julia Breckenreid • Karen Justl • Katy Dockrill • Luke Ramsey • Mike McDougall • Marek Colek • Matthew Forsythe • Maylynn Quan • Michael Comeau • Michael Wandelmaier • Pat Shewchuk • Prashant Miranda • Hayley Morris • Ryan Feely • Randy Knott • Ron Gervais • Ro Rao • Steve Manale• Steve Wilson • Sarah Lazarovic • Tomori Nagamoto

The show runs every day after that – Monday-Friday 10am-5pm until January 10, 2011.