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- Christmas Boutique and Miniature Exhibition, Coquitlam BC
- Calls For Entry, Parksville BC
- Call For Submissions For 2008, Campbell River BC
- Creative Achievement Award nominations, BC Applied Artists & Designers
- Tigers and Dragons — China and India For Kids, Vancouver BC
- Seeking Instructors, West Vancouver BC
- "A Traditional Christmas", North Vancouver BC
- Women's Winter Faire, Vancouver BC
- The Anonymous Art Show, North Vancouver BC
- The Art Of Adornment, Vancouver BC
- Start Drawing, Coquitlam BC
- Sinfornia Family Christmas, North Vancouver BC
- Silent Auction, Vancouver BC
- Picasso's Cupboard, Vernon BC
- Painting Workshops, Washington State
- New Paintings, La Manzanillo MX
- Holiday Craft Fair, Vancouver BC
- Come See Photography, North Vancouver BC
- Christmas Craft Fair, Vancouver BC
- Christmas Concert, North Vancouver BC
- Mail Art Call For Entry, Parksville BC
- Blim Open Studio And Workshops, Vancouver BC
- Art Workshops And Retreats, Quadra Island, BC
- Art Studio Open House, Surrey BC
- Art Show, North Vancouver BC
- Annual Open House, Nanaimo BC
- Animal!, Vancouver BC
- Group Show, Vancouver BC
- Art Central, Calgary AB
- Gallery Show, Vancouver BC
- Blim Gallery, Vancouver BC
Tired of mass-produced Christmas gifts? Check out this exhibition at Place Des Arts, 1120 Brunette Avenue in Coquitlam until December 22nd. There really is something for everyone, from children's fleece blankets to hand-stitched Christmas tree ornaments. The petite miniature exhibition displays all work that is created by local artists from coloured prints to teapots by Winnie Kwai Sang among many others. For further information call 604-664-1636.
The Vancouver Island Mayworks Project is accepting submissions for a show in the main gallery called "Making A Living". This is a juried group show held at the Oceanside Art Gallery in Parksville, Vancouver Island during the month of May 2007. All media is accepted. The deadline for submissions is January 15th, 2007, which should include 6 slides, CD or video of current work, artist's statement, CV and self-addressed stamped envelope. For details contact Bill Friesen at 250-757-2023, email wcfree@uniserve.com or visit www.oceansideartscouncil.com
The Campbell River and District Public Art Gallery is inviting all artists to submit for their 2008 lineup. The submission deadline is February 1st, 2007. Interested artists are asked to submit a maximum of 20 slides or CD, CV, artist statement and self-addressed stamped envelope to The Exhibition Selection Committee c/o Kristen Scholfield- Sweet, Campbell River & District Public Art Gallery at 1235 Shoppers Row, Campbell River, BC, V9W 2C7. For details on their current exhibitions and submitting your artwork, call 250-287-2261, email art.gallery@crcn.net or visit www.crartgal.ca
The 3rd annual British Columbia Creative Achievement Awards that recognize BC's outstanding applied artists and designers is asking for submissions/ nominations. The deadline has been extended from December 15th to January 10th, 2007. The recipient will be announced in February 2007 where each recipient will receive $5000 and the Achievement Award Seal. For details phone toll free at 1-866- 882-6088, email info@bcachievement.com or visit www.bcachievement.com
Kids Around the World Children's Museum presents a colourful hands-on exhibit. Join them for fun activities every Saturday including a special make-and-take art activity. The Kids Around the World Children's Museum is located at 12 Water Street in Gastown. These events take place from 11am-5pm until Thursday, December 14th. For details, you can contact Jessie Smith at 604-708-2298, or visit www.kidsaroundtheworld.ca
The West Vancouver Commuity Centre are in need of instructors for programs for participants ages 12 months to 10 years (parent participation may apply). For details email skcollier@westvancouver.ca or and fax your resume to 604-925-5949.
Come and listen to the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra present the most beloved Christmas music at the Centennial Theatre at 2300 Lonsdale Avenue from October 3rd to December 22nd with two shows nightly at 4pm and 7:30pm. This year, conductor Ken Hsieh, leads the orchestra in a celebration of the holiday spirit with carols, and plenty of audience sing-a-longs. Vancouver's very own, Bard, Christopher Gaze, narrates. Tickets prices are $32.75 for students, and $26.75 for students and seniors. For tickets call the box office at 604-984-4484.
The Formerly known as the Women's Winter Arts & Craft Faire, this event has become known for the quality work of many of BC's finest women artisans who come from Vancouver, and throughout BC providing unique quality crafts and artwork and one-of-a-kind items for this wonderful event. The Winter Faire is at Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street at 15th Avenue in Vancouver on Saturday, December 16th and Sunday, December 17th from 11am-6pm. For further information contact www.soundsandfuries.com/faire.html
This event will provide a unique opportunity for individuals to purchase original art created by established and emerging artists. All paintings are 8" x 8" and signed on the back for an element of surprise. The sale begins at the opening reception on Thursday, November 30th from 7pm-9pm and runs until December 16th. Each canvas is priced at $100 with half the proceeds going to support the many programs of the North Vancouver Community Arts Council. Cityscape Community Art Space is located at 335 Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver. For further information contact Biliana Velkova at 604-988-6844 or email nvartscouncil4@telus.net
From November 23rd to December 3rd, The FibreEssence Gallery presents art to wear and accessories by members and invited artists. Featured items such as; Shibori wraps by Ana Lisa Hedstrom and Yvonne Wakabayashi, hand painted jackets by Lilly Thorne and many more. From December 7th to 23rd, FibreEssence will be focusing on gifts from the heart. Each piece is unique, hand-crafted and a delight. The gallery is open Thursday through Saturday from 11am-5:30pm, and Sundays from 12pm-5pm. The gallery is located at 3210 Dunbar Street at 16th Avenue or call 604-738-1282 for further information.
Suite 'E' Life drawing Group meets most Tuesdays through the school year at Poirier Community Centre at 630 Poirier Street in Coquitlam from 7pm-9:50pm. These are drop-in sessions or become a member. For further information contact Myda at 604-469-1911 or visit www.myartclub.com
Gerald van Wyck will lead the Pacific Spirit Choir to perform the exuberant music of Puccini as well as an assortment of traditional favourites at The Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver on October 3rd to December 17th, 2006 at 7:30pm. For tickets, contact the box office at 604-984-4484.
Just in time for the holidays, the Crafts Association of BC will host a silent fundraiser entitled "Objects of Affection". The silent auction runs until December 17th. The treasures by established and emerging craftspeople including Barbara Cohen and Mark Roth amongst many other talented artists have donated pieces of craftwork. These treasures can be viewed on-site at the CABC's Crafthouse Shop & Gallery or online at www.cabc.net For further information contact Calvin Taplay at calvin.taplay@cabc.net or phone 604-687-6511 or visit the website listed above.
The North Okanagan Artists Alternative Members and Friends of Gallery Vertigo have donated a wonderful array of valuable artworks, antiques and collectibles for this silent auction. The auction is now open for bidding. There are many art works large and small, new and old, from all corners of the globe including recent work by many popular Okanagan artists. There is also a special $5 table. The auction continues until December 9th at which time bidding closes at 1pm. All funds will go towards supporting Gallery Vertigo's programs and exhibitions. The gallery is located upstairs at Suite #1, 3001 31st Street, Downtown Vernon, and is open from 11am-4pm, Tuesday to Saturday. For further information contact Judith Jurica at 250-503-2297 or email at info@galleryvertigo.com.
The Coupeville Arts Center will be hosting a variety of workshops in 2007 with various instructors and artists including Susan Diehl and Arlene Love-Dieckhoff, John Salminen among many other talented artists. For dates, times and locations please contact 360-678-3396 or toll free at 866-678-3396 or visit www.coupevillearts.org .
Many new paintings by Carol Lopez are now available for sale or lease. To view some of these exquisite paintings visit www.flickr.com/photos/carol-lopez-artist/ Come view these paintings on October 21st, 22nd, 28th and 29th by appointment only. To make an appointment, please phone Carol at 604-430-4734 or email her at carol@carollopez.com Carol will also be once again teaching art classes in La Manzanillo, Mexico. For more information of this destination check out www.lamanzanilla.info If you are interested in taking a course with Carol for January 2007 in Mexico, please contact Carol at the number above or via email and a seat will be reserved for you.
Britannia's 23rd Annual Holiday Craft Fair features live entertainment, roaming performers, kid's korner, among other activities and over 100 local crafters, artisans and food makers all located at the heart of the vibrant and bustling west end. They are looking for volunteers, artists, crafters among many other talented individuals so apply now. Contact Francia to get on the mailout at 604-713-8273 or you can pick up forms at The Britannia Info Centre, 1661 Napier Street, Vancouver or phone 604-718-5800 or online at http://britanniacentre.org/ The Holiday Craft Fair is from Friday, December 1st 3pm-8pm, Saturday, December 2nd and Sunday, December 3rd both from 10am-5pm, so come and shop.
Presentation House Gallery,333 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver, is pleased to announce Czech photographer Miroslav Tichy's first solo exhibition in a public gallery outside of Europe titled Tichy from November 18th, 2006 to January 14th, 2007. The exhibition features 120 photographs as well as Tichy's handmade camera equipment as well as a documentary film about the artist. There is also a lecture on Tichy by Roman Buxbaum on Thursday, January 11th, 2006, 7:30pm at Emily Carr Institute in the South Building Lecture Hall in room 328. The gallery is open from Wednesday to Saturday 12pm-5pm and Thursday from 12pm-8pm. For further information contact Diane Evans or phone 604-986-1351 or visit presentationhousegall.com
The Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street at 15th Avenue in Vancouver, is having their one-of-a-kind Christmas Craft Fair on December 2nd and 3rd from 11am-5pm. In attendance will be 50 vendors who will be selling outstanding locally-made arts and crafts in one of Vancouver's best heritage venues. There is a $2 admission and proceeds will benefit a special project at Heritage Hall. For information contact 604-879-4816 or visit www.heritagehall.bc.ca/
Join the Laudate Singers with their fifth annual free Christmas concert celebrating the wonders of choral music in a fun setting which appeals to families young and old alike. Come to St. Andrew's United Church on December 17th at 3pm. For further information contact 604-831-3158 or email info@laudatesingers.com
The Arrowsmith gallery is asking artists to submit a handmade postcard, 5" x 7" which explores the general theme of work for an exhibit titled "WORK, WORK, WORK" at The Oceanside Community Arts Council, P.O. Box 1662, Parksville, B.C., V9P 2H5, attn:Ed Varney, curator. Deadline for submissions is April 15th, 2007. For further information email evarney@shaw.ca or visit www.oceansideartscouncil.com
Enjoy many exciting workshops and open studio for an activity or possible Christmas gift. From Screenprinting Workshops Level 1 to Fantasy Puppet Workshop to Life Drawing, check out Blim for times and dates on various events and activities via their website at www.blim.ca or email at blimblim@telus.net Blim is located at #197 East 17th at Main Street and is open from Monday to Saturday 2pm-10pm or you can call at 604-872-8180.
Come on your own and meet new friends or come as a group to private art classes with Cavelle Macdonell. These workshops are designed to suit all artists from beginners to all ages and levels of experience. For further information, contact Cavelle at 604-669-1182 or via email at artist@cavelle.net or visit her website at www.cavelle.net There are also artist retreats with Cavelle at Taku Resort on Quadra Island. For retreat dates visit www.takuresort.com or phone 1-877-285-8258
Come and view Nicci Battilana's Art Studio Open House for the Holidays on Sunday, December 3rd from 1pm-4pm at #45 - 2678 King George Highway, Mirada Townhouse Complex in South Surrey. Parking is available on Parkway Drive behind the Mirada Complex. Included will be a selection of Nicci's work including painted handbags, tree ornaments, necklaces, bracelets, canvases and jackets. For further information you can contact Nicci at www.brushedwithmagic.com or call 604-531-3773.
Come and see the mixed media exhibition of Florence E. Di Florio-Alllardice's "The Way it Was and How I See it Now" from November 26th to December 17th at The Ron Andrews Rec Centre Gallery, 931 Lytton Street and Mount Seymour Parkway in North Vancouver or contact Carole Badgley at 604-980-7182.
Artzi Stuff Textile Arts Studio at 270 Stewart Avenue in Nanaimo are having their 9th Annual Open House on December 2nd and 3rd from 12pm-5pm. Come and visit a real working studio and view the work of several established artists and artisans including silk scarves, printed t-shirts among many other items. There will be an informational display regarding fabric art, a kid's art and play area as well as refreshments. For further information contact www.artzistuff.com
Come see the group show with works by Gaile Addison, Genevieve Castree, Shie Kasai and a few others from Saturday, November 18th to Saturday, December 16th at The Helen Pitt Gallery located at 102-148 Alexander Street in Vancouver and is open Tuesday to Saturday, 12pm-5pm. Animal is a simply themed, subject-matter-based curatorial project which looks at our fascination, fear and misunderstanding of domestic pets, pests and wildlife. Don't forget to check out the backroom gallery's show with artist Daniel Oates' Parallaxadaisical. For further information, email pittg@telus.net or phone 604-681-6740.
Come to The Western Front and see "Between Your Hand And My Head", a group show by artists John Baldessari, Joseph Grigely, Dave Muller, Sara Mameni and curated by Mark Soo. This show explores the artistic representations of handwritten text. This unique show runs from December 2nd to January 27th, but is closed for the holidays between December 15th and January 2nd. The Western Front is located at 303 East 8th Avenue in Vancouver. They can be reached at 604-876-9343 or visit www.front.bc.ca or email exhibitions@front.bc.ca
Located in the heart of downtown Calgary at the corner of 7th Avenue and Centre Street South. This location is within the Olympic Plaza Cultural District thus maintaining a vibrant arts community in the centre core. Come and visit Rox Gems, and Flat Frames and Jet Prints where all prints can be ordered until December 20th to receive a full 25% discount. To learn more about this wonderful area in Calgary or about the other shops and galleries visit www.artcentral.ca/
The Or Gallery invites you to see Kristin Lucas' show "if lost then found" where the backdrop to Lucas' work is the empty world of day-time television, cable shopping channels and shopping malls where she investigates the impact of the digital medium on perceptions of time and space. The Or Gallery is located at #103- 480 Smithe Street in Vancouver and is open Tuesday to Saturday from 12pm-5pm. Lucas' show runs from November 30th to January 13th. The gallery will be closed for the holidays from December 23rd to January 4th. For further information phone 604-683-7395 or visit www.orgallery.org
From December 2nd to December 30th, Nathan Jones and Claire Madill will be showcasing their new installation and diorama titled "Eighth Climate 2006" which focuses on the connection between forms of the unreal, found within ceramics and painting. Blim is located at #197—East 17th @ Main Street in Vancouver. For information on worshops or gallery hours visit www.blim.ca or email blimblim@telus.net
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