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Series consists of Robert Markle’s “Letters” files of correspondence received, which were filed chronologically by Markle. Series also includes some correspondence files assembled by the archivist. File titles have been taken from Markle’s file labels, except for those in square brackets, which have been supplied by the archivist.

Series consists of records relating to Robert Markle’s participation in the creation of and teaching at the independent visual arts school “Arts’ Sake” in Toronto. Records include notes on curriculum and on the concept of the school, and promotional material. Series also includes Markle’s notes on the New School of Art, ca. 1977.

Series consists of copies of publications featuring writing or illustrations by Robert Markle, including magazines, literary journals, poetry collections and novels. Frequently-appearing periodical titles are Toronto Life, Macleans, Canadian Magazine, and Imperial Oil Review. Some press clippings of newspaper articles by Markle are also included, as is an exhibition notice designed by Markle for The Isaacs Gallery.

Series consists of unpublished manuscript, typescript and computer printout writings by Robert Markle, including elements of journalistic writing, fiction, poetry, stream of consciousness, letters and journal-writing. Unless otherwise indicated, writings have been filed by Markle, usually according to topic or the nature of writing. File titles have been taken from Markle’s file labels, except for those in square brackets, which have been supplied by the archivist. Series also includes a sketchbook containing manuscript writing by Markle (and others?), with occasional pen drawings.

Series consists of Robert Markle’s income tax returns for each year in the date range indicated. Most tax returns include sales receipts of art works from The Isaacs Gallery.

Series consists of Robert Markle’s correspondence, notes, and other documentation for various artistic and other kinds of projects, including public mural & sculpture commissions, art sales, Markleangelo’s restaurant, the “Something Brewing” program, Artists Jazz Band trip to Paris, studio rentals, government grant applications, and Markle’s employment as an instructor at the University of Guelph. Files typically contain correspondence, receipts, leases, notes, and similar records. Some project-related files contain sketches and diagrams relating to art work. Material has been filed according to project by Robert Markle, with some additional files assembled by the archivist. File titles have been taken from Markle’s file labels, except for those in square brackets, which have been supplied by the archivist.

Series consists of photographs, postcards, newspaper and magazine clippings, and original sketches collected and filed by Robert Markle for their inspirational value or personal importance. Many of these files are titled “Good Stuff” or simply “Stuff”. Some additional files have been assembled by the archivist from similar material which had not been filed.

Series consists of press clippings, exhibition invitations and other promotional material relating to Robert Markle’s career and collected by the artist. Series includes the contents of four scrapbook binders (1960-64, 1965-66, 1967-72, 1973-) assembled by Marlene Markle and containing press clippings, exhibition invitations, small catalogues, and some correspondence. Series also includes a bound volume entitled “Research Material on Robert Markle” compiled by Jim MacCammon & Associates and containing biographical information including a CV and press clippings.

Series consists of 7 sketchbooks containing pen, pencil, charcoal and ink drawings by Robert Markle. 5 of these have been numbered by Marlene Markle, who provided dates and contextual information for these items. Sketchbook #1 also contains work by Graham Coughtry and Gordon Rayner.

Series consists of examples of poster art by Robert Markle, as well as other posters closely related to his career.