The online gallery of Paul Ygartua showcases the work of one of Canada’s most prolific and internationally recognized contemporary artists. Based in Vancouver, Ygartua is known for his dynamic, large-scale paintings and murals, with a career spanning decades and exhibitions across Europe, Asia, and North America. This digital gallery serves as both a retrospective and a curated collection of his Read more...
Drissia Abid is a Vancouver-based artist whose work spans painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Her practice is deeply rooted in her inner world—drawing from dreams, personal experiences, and cultural influences gathered through extensive global travel. These inspirations are reflected in her vibrant use of colour, pattern, and expressive forms. Her artistic style blends abstraction with emotional and cultural storytelling, often Read more...
Go on an art walk through the best Venables Street galleries: Art Works Gallery Slice of Life Vancouver Gift Shop Liquid Amber Tattoo & Art Collective Read more...
Beyond film exhibitions. VIFF strives to engage and empower communities, encourage dialogue, educate, and champion local artists. Enjoy great movies at the luxurious VIFF Centre, voted one of the best cinemas in Vancouver and home to the prestigious Vancouver International Film Festival. Be sure to subscribe to VIFF NEWS to find out what’s on now and the latest scoop on the annual festival. Beyond film exhibition Read more...
The story of Coastal Jazz is the story of determination, passion, idealism, community, and of course, music. Founded in 1985 as the Coastal Jazz and Blues Society, we incorporated in 1986 as a community-based, not-for-profit, charitable arts organization located in Vancouver, British Columbia. From the very beginning, Coastal has worked diligently to ensure jazz remains an integral part of our Read more...
2026 productions will be Sister Act and Disney’s The Little Mermaid Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) interweaves a kaleidoscope of elements – setting, scenery, concessions, and quality art – into a fun, encompassing experience. Read more...
Situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) nations, the Arts Club Theatre Company is the largest theatre company in Western Canada. Each year, over a quarter of a million people experience the best in professional theatre at its three venues: the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, Granville Island Stage, and Newmont Stage Read more...
The Gallery George offers a unique way of connecting with the arts by supporting local established and emerging artists. Meet a unique Art Gallery which offers a welcoming hub for community engagement, exploration and enjoyment of contemporary art and cultural events. We research and carefully select high quality, multi discipline works from local artists and have now expanded our roster nationwide. The Read more...
At Arts Umbrella, we believe that art is powerful. Powerful enough to change a young person’s life in incredible ways. This belief is at the core of everything we do. In April 2021, Arts Umbrella moved into our new home on Granville Island. This 50,000 net-square-foot building dedicated to arts education for young people ages 2-22 features state-of-the-art studio, exhibition, Read more...
The distinctive oil painter, Leanne M Christie, moved to the Canadian West Coast at the end of 2008. She spent over a decade in Europe and grew up in South Africa. We carry a selection of her artwork, on display in our art gallery with paintings available for purchase. Leanne M Christie studied at the influential Rhodes University art school in Read more...
