Arts/Crafts

Mon May 21, 2012 - Mon October 15, 2012

This is a six week workshop for an artist painting in acrylics and mixed media in any subject matter looking to develop a cohesive body of work; that is, specifically creating 6-20 paintings (depending on size) with unifying theme. This body of work could be for their own show or submission to gallery representation. Each class is 2 hrs and will have two predominant components; split lecture topic with writing and discussion and hands on painting time. Students are responsible to bring their work and required materials for both note taking and painting.

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Fri May 04, 2012 - Sun June 10, 2012

Stunning Dunning (AKA Terri-Ann) is a vibrant self-taught artist whose bright magical style conveys a sense of joyous spirit. Terri-Ann is best known for her modern & creative innovation of an old craft known as floor art. Early settlers would recycle used sails to insulate the floorboards of their homes. This process involves painting acrylic on canvas & sealing each piece with floor varnish. The finished product can be used indoors & outdoors. They are waterproof, UV-protected, pet-friendly, & can be washed with soap & water. She invites you to grace your space with these unique handpainted canvasses.

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Tue May 01, 2012 - Mon October 15, 2012

Downtown & rural Nakusp presents an art walk each summer from May to mid-October. Pick up a brochure at the Visitor Centre.

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Sun April 01, 2012 - Fri November 30, 2012

Take a pictuesque drive in the country, just south of Nanaimo & North of Ladysmith you will discover a world of amazing artisan, restaurants, farms, & bed &breakfasts. With map in hand discovering treasures hidden along country roads. Original art by international artists, tour farms & purchase farm fresh products, or drop into one of the restaurants for a meal to remember. Take your time, spend a night at a local B&B, take a deep breath & enjoy the trip, meet the locals. Hours of operation vary depending on the season so call ahead. Enjoy a day .

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Sat March 10, 2012 - Sun September 09, 2012

This exhibition includes paintings and drawings of the forest produced by Carr from 1930 through to the early 1940s that are representative of her interest in transcendence and the natural world. It also looks at the desire for transcendence in contemporary culture. In addition to Carr, artists represented in the exhibition include Karin Buba, Lawren Harris, Euan Macdonald, Richard Prince, Kevin Schmidt, Steven Shearer, Mina Totino and Theodore Wan.

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Sat February 25, 2012 - Sun June 03, 2012

Using hip hop and other forms of popular music and culture, this new generation of artists break with traditional representations of Aboriginal identity to create surprising new cultural hybrids - in painting, sculpture, installation, performance and video. This exhibit is at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Other exhibits are also in place.

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Thu February 02, 2012 - Sun September 16, 2012

Offsite is the Vancouver Art Gallery's outdoor exhibition space in the heart of urban Vancouver that offers a rotating program of innovative public art projects. It is located on West Georgia Street between Thurlow & Bute on the west side of the Shangri-La Hotel.

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Wed June 30, 2010 - Sun June 30, 2013

Although Emily Carr described herself as an isolated little old woman on the edge of nowhere, her work has a universal appeal. With this exhibition, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria will become the premiere destination on Vancouver Island to visit and learn about Emily Carr through her paintings. On the Edge of Nowhere will include a historical survey of Carr's artistic career, featuring pieces in all the media & styles she explored & perfected. It will also focus on Carr's influences & inspirations, such as European modern art, members of the Group of Seven artists, First Nations artists and Carr's spirituality.

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Fri May 25, 2012 - Sun May 27, 2012

12th Annual Barkerville Quilt Retreat. Call for details.

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Sat May 26, 2012 - Sun September 30, 2012

Energizing and Experimental Abstract Painting in Acrylics & Mixed Media. 2 day workshop. This is a fundamental workshop in Abstract Painting using Acrylics & Mixed Media. We explore basic design, colour, and layering with an emphasis on creative process and exploration. Suitable for beginners and experienced artists.

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