“Learn the art of traditional silversmithing in the heart of historic downtown Victoria. Argentum is a new silversmithing school offering a selection of classes and workshops for every skill level, from beginner to professional. Argentum’s open-studio is available for bench rentals and the retail supply shop will feature all the Read more [...]
100 Braid St Studios is an inclusive co-working art studio for New Westminster and Lower Mainland artists that allows visitors to be inspired artistically and to learn from the artists practicing in the studio. Studio artists produce fine art & craft in the form of paintings, sculpture, fiber, jewellery making, photography, Read more [...]
The Sunshine Coast is home to the highest per capita population of artists and crafters in Canada. With its stunning natural beauty it’s no wonder the Sunshine Coast has a thriving artistic community! Follow the Purple Banner Flags (which artists hang on their studios to signal “We’re Open!”) from Langdale to Lund and take a Read more [...]
ARTS 2020 Virtual Exhibition Winners You can view the virtual Arts 2020 Exhibition on artscouncilofsurrey.ca/acs-arts-2020 from June 30 – August 31. Category 1 Painting First Place Lorena Krause Cellular Neural Network Second Place Paul Stilwell Read more [...]
Summer dance performances for 2020 have been cancelled until further notice due to COVID-19. Gilakas’la and please stay safe. During the months of July and August, you have the opportunity to experience the various dances of the T̕seka performed by the T’sasala Cultural Group. You will see the next generation of Kwakwa̱k̕a̱’wakw Read more [...]
West Craft is a handmade market hosted by the Arts Council of New Westminster. New West Craft aims to provide a welcoming environment for crafters, artisans and makers to share their work with the community. New West Craft takes place on the first and third Saturday of every month at Read more [...]
Learn about the first arrivals in 1877, the hardships of the early pioneers, the struggles of the war years, and the need to rebuilding homes and businesses in the 1950s. Listen to the voices of many generations tell their story!
We are saddened to let you know that the 38th annual Filberg Festival, originally scheduled for July 31 – August 3, 2020, will be postponed until August 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the extension to the BC government’s measures limiting large gatherings. For more information please visit filbergfestival.com Set Read more [...]
ArtsWells Festival is presented by Island Mountain Arts, and we are based out of Wells, BC. The ArtsWells team has been working to make a virtual option possible! Join us from the comfort of your own home: Wednesday, July 29th for a fun night of music from previous ArtsWells attendees! The Read more [...]
“My work has always been nature-based and explores the connection between culture, nature, and people. The mood in my work shifts with what is current in my life and reflects everything from whimsy to grief. With this exhibition, I am trying to hold true to my artistic and cultural influences Read more [...]
Clover Valley Beer Festival presented by The Property Twins August 8, 2020 | 12 PM – 5 PM Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre 17728 64 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 1W8 You won’t want to miss #CVBF2020! Clover Valley Beer Festival presented by The Property Twins is returning to the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre on Read more [...]
Explore artists’ studios, museums, art galleries and heritage sites through this free, self-guided tour within the Columbia Basin. Meet the artists, shop for fine art and craft, view demonstrations, special exhibitions, interpretive displays or chat with local historians during this day long cultural celebration! The following communities are participating: Grand Read more [...]
ROOTSandBLUES is currently exploring opportunities through which to share the joy, talent and authenticity of the ROOTSandBLUES Festival with a broader audience using a technology solution and alternate format in 2020. We commit to keeping you informed regarding alternate opportunities to enjoy ROOTSandBLUES as information becomes available in the coming weeks and Read more [...]
Due to the ongoing global Covid-19 pandemic, and after the recent announcement by BC Provincial Medical Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry that there will be no mass gatherings for any cultural and sporting events this summer, it is with heavy hearts that the Robson Valley Music Society has made the difficult Read more [...]
The Ryga Arts Festival is a diverse multi-day celebration of arts and culture in the Okanagan, inspired by influential Canadian playwright and author George Ryga. Bringing together professional and local artists, it features concerts, workshops, spoken word, author readings, visual arts, theatre, and more. Among this year’s highlights is Interweaving, Read more [...]
Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival Video is Live! The 2020 Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival NEW Dates September 4 – 6, Bringing the community together to enjoy music and art is what we do, but with the COVID-19 outbreak, we need to take precautions. The health and safety of Read more [...]
Welcome to Lake Country ArtWalk The Interior’s Largest Arts Festival September 12 & 13, 2020 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For two days every September, the Lake Country Community Complex transforms into a festival of creativity. ArtWalk attracts over 7000+ attendees and features displays of visual and performing arts from 300+ Okanagan Read more [...]
Whistler Village Beer Festival September 15 – 20, 2020 | Main Event September 19 & 20 Whistler Olympic Plaza 4365 Blackcomb Way, Whistler BC V0N 1B4 Beer in the Mountains – It just feels right. Whistler Village Beer Festival, will be returning with 7-days of beer-fuelled fun September 14 – 20, Read more [...]
The West Fine Art Show more info at: www.westart.ca The highly popular West Fine Art Show, now in its eleventh year, will once again present an exceptional group of artists, creating a destination art show, that will welcome attendees throughout the weekend. The show is staged at the beautifully Read more [...]
Word Vancouver is a free annual literary arts festival. This year our festival will be virtually running from September 19th– 27th with special events leading up to the festival. Our mission at Word is to foster connectivity, inclusivity, inspiration and to bring the joy of the written word. The theme Read more [...]
NEW DATES: September 24-27 2020. For more information please visit www.artvancouver.net Founded in 2015 by non-profit Vancouver Visual Art Foundation, Art Vancouver is dedicated to raising awareness of the up and coming art scene in Western Canada. This year we are host to an international art fair in a world Read more [...]
International Artist Monica Gewurz will be at Art!Vancouver 2020 Monica Gewurz is thrilled to be showcasing for the fifth time at ArtVancouver, the international art fair that takes place at the Vancouver Convention Centre April 16-19, 2020. Monica’s paintings have been recently featured in the labels of the known Vancouver Read more [...]
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. At the end of each September, millions of people attend thousands of participatory arts and culture events across the country. Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in Read more [...]
Richmond offers more free, interactive cultural activities over the national Culture Days weekend than any other place in BC. Express your love of culture by participating in one of dozens of activities offered by local artists, designers, crafters, writers and other creative people. Explore Richmond’s heritage sites, learn a new Read more [...]
Grounded in research from Landscapes of Injustice – a 7 year multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional, community engaged project, this exhibit explores the dispossession of Japanese Canadians in the 1940s. It illuminates the loss of home and the struggle for justice of one racially marginalized community. The story unfolds by following seven narrators. Read more [...]
Richmond celebrates local food, sustainability and its agricultural past, present and future on the spectacular Garden City Lands, an amazing 136.5 acre park in the heart of Richmond. This remarkable open space is currently being developed as one of Richmond’s signature parks and will be home to active farming and Read more [...]
Young artists are invited to show their work in a pop-up gallery at their local Opus October 1–14, 2020 during our Annual Opus Kids’ Art Exhibit, with proceeds from the event going support visual art programs in local schools. Kids create their artwork – in any medium – throughout August Read more [...]
The Sunshine Coast’s leading edge arts and cultural festival will be presented this year from October 8 to 25. The multi-disciplinary Festival features visual art, music, heritage, drama, dance and a variety of workshops hosted at various indoor venues around the District of Sechelt. The Sechelt Arts Festival provides accessible Read more [...]
The New West Cultural Crawl is a two-day visual arts and cultural festival that celebrates and presents New Westminster’s creative character and diversity. A cultural experience that exists throughout the city’s neighbourhoods. Discover our historical heritage and the ‘New’ New West. New Westminster has a fantastic artistic landscape that continues Read more [...]
The Sunshine Coast Art Crawl is a self directed art adventure held over 3 days, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day.. Travel along the entire Sunshine Coast Highway from Gambier Island and Langdale to Earl’s Cove. It is a chance to meet the artists in their studios and experience the Read more [...]
Experience the power of creativity at Splash – Arts Umbrella’s annual art auction and gala. On Saturday, October 24, 2020, Canada’s leading non-profit arts organization for young people will be hosting an unforgettable art auction and gala featuring close to 100 works by prominent artists from BC and beyond. Arts Umbrella Read more [...]
On Line Learning https://www.artbywendy.com/online-learning-opportunities-wendy/ Featuring Artists Wendy Mould, AFCA Show Days Thursday to Saturday, Nov 19-21, 10-4pm daily. Workshop Day, Wednesday, Nov 18 : 10-12pm Beginner Watercolour Class – Great opportunity to learn the secrets of watercolor $40 All supplies incl.; 1-3pm Christmas Card Class – A special Card for Read more [...]
Vancouver Island Market presents… It’s a VIMterful Life! Our much-anticipated Winter Market will showcase Vancouver Island’s local handmade artisans. Over 200+ vendors in craft, and food & drink. Shoppers will also enjoy live music from talented local artists, a craft beer garden, and a gift shop that will provide shoppers Read more [...]
Crafted Vancouver is an annual 25-day festival that celebrates and advances local, national & international craft and craft artists through a curated program of events taking place in venues throughout Metro Vancouver & the Fraser Valley. Along with our official Event Partners, we foster public appreciation by featuring exceptional artists Read more [...]
We’re sad that we can’t bring you Shakespeare on our Vanier Park stages this summer, but you can still look to digital spaces to find some great Shakespeare entertainment. We’re ready to guide you to the best of it, from close to home and around the world, with our new Read more [...]
The Annual Chetwynd International Chainsaw Carving Championship has visually shaped The District of Chetwynd into a one-of-a-kind locale. Artists from all over the world compete in this unique competition. The District of Chetwynd keeps each intricately carved piece from the championship and places them throughout town. Spectators can watch the Read more [...]
The Metchosin International Summer School of the Arts has been providing high caliber workshops in a wide range of artistic mediums for artists, teachers and serious adult students since 1984. MISSA has a reputation for attracting local, national and international instructors who engage with students in an intense multi-disciplinary environment. Read more [...]
Mission Folk Music Festival In keeping with public health decisions, the organizers of the Mission Folk Music Festival regret to announce that the 2020 festival has been cancelled. It was slated to run from July 24 – 26. The festival invites everyone to follow their folk to next year’s festival, Read more [...]
Nanaimo International Jazz Festival Association (NIJFA)Get ready for the Third Annual Nanaimo Jazz Festival, happening September 20-September 22. You won’t want to miss this great event!It is Family Friendly and Affordable ~~ Great discounts for our Festival Pass and Members save even more. * Free outdoor concerts * All in Nanaimo’s easy-walk downtown & stunning Read more [...]
