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Immersing ourselves in arts and culture inspires us to develop our own creativity and through the engaged teaching process in artist run workshop we can begin to master new skills and experiences that will enable discovery and growth while supporting the vital role of artists in our communities. In the arts, learning from the masters is a unique opportunity.
Situated in the southern end of Vancouver Island, Victoria is the capital of British Columbia. Art in Victoria thrives in various venues, with the city’s main art attraction being the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. The gallery is located just 20 minutes from downtown Victoria and is the largest public art gallery on Vancouver Island. The exhibitions include historical and contemporary art as well as an Asian collection. The gallery gift shop features beautiful crafts by local artisans that can be purchased or rented. The Flux Media Gallery exhibits innovative media artworks by local, national, and international media artists and acts as a gathering place for exchanging ideas. Other notable art galleries include the Merrick Gallery, Madrona Gallery, and Mark Loria Gallery. The Royal BC Museum is another significant part of the art culture in Victoria. It’s the largest museum in BC and was ranked the number one museum in Canada on TripAdvisor. The gallery at the museum features works from coastal forests to the depths of the North Pacific.
