With no shortage of inspiring, supernatural beauty, BC is home to nearly 30,000 artists and studios, according to research published by Hills Strategies. With Art-BC’s extensive curated collection of artists and studios, you have the opportunity to meet, chat, and connect with local artists in creative communities across the province.
On Art-BC.com you’ll find artists and studios in communities and regions across the province. If you’re planning a trip or even an outing, you can check out other places to visit by browsing the community page, or checking out the map for places to visit in neighbouring communities.
From desert landscapes to rugged shoreline, glacial lakes nestled in the mountains to rolling plains of wildflowers, regions across BC showcase unmatched natural beauty. In addition to the landscape, BC’s rich and diverse cultural history is a wellspring of inspiration for the arts. Communities across the province support artists in their midst with local programs and events, as well as engaged tourism initiatives drawing an audience from around the world to BC’s Creative Communities.
The town of Ladysmith is situated on the 49th parallel north on the east coast of Vancouver Island. The main industries include tourism, forestry and agriculture. Some of the main attractions in Ladysmith include works by the most well-known artists in the town such as Cindy Friesen-Ford Ashurst and Elissa Anthony. Cindy Friesen-Ford Ashurts finds inspiration from photographs taken at places where she goes and the main themes are realistic landscapes and wildlife. The artist is an active member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and has been awarded for her works. Elissa Anthony is an oil landscape painter born in Toronto, Ontario who later relocated to Vancouver Island and opened her studio and gallery. The artist’s paintings are mostly inspired by local scenery and feature sea, sky and landscapes. Experience the diverse attractions in Ladysmith, where art, nature, and community thrive together.
