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CALL FOR ENTRY
Call for Entries, Ladysmith, Deadline May 25th at 3pm
The 9th Annual Arts on the Avenue is asking all artists and artisans on Vancouver Island who are interested in selling their art for this wonderful street arts festival in Ladysmith to submit their artwork and crafts. This juried street festival's deadline is Sunday, May 25th at 3pm in Ladysmith. The event date of this street arts festival is on Sunday, August 26th. Entry forms are available by emailing artsontheave@yahoo.ca or by phoning 250-245-2259 or from Salamander Books, Bayview Framing & Art and The Chamber of Commerce all situation in Ladysmith.
Call for Entry, Burnaby, Deadline May 11th
The Bunaby Arts Council invites artists to apply for their 2008 juried exhibitions. Entry is by colour copy of artwork only. Deadline is May 11th. Entry forms are available online at www.burnabyartscouncil.org For further information call 604-298-7322.
Call for Artists 2008, Coquitlam, Deadline June 1st
Place des Arts, 1120 Brunette Avenue in Coquitlam, is currently accepting proposals in their gallery and gift shop where local, emerging artists and artisans can exhibit and sell their works in any media. Proposals will be accepted until Friday, June 1st. Full details and application forms are available at www.placedesarts.ca or phone 604-664-1636.
The LAB Call for Submissions, Victoria, Deadline June 1st at 5pm
The LAB is a contemporary art space within the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. The Gallery welcomes all forms of media, performance or innovative museological projects which involve their permanent collection. Submissions must be received at the gallery by 5pm on Friday, June 1st. Projects must be designed specifically for The LAB. Email nstanbridge@aggv.bc.ca to find out how to submit and what is required.
Call for Artists, Richmond, Deadline June 30th
The Community Arts Council of Richmond invites BC artists to submit original 2D works in all media for their juried show from Monday, August 20th to Sunday, September 30th at the Courtyard Galleria in Steveston. Applications can be obtained from the Galleria at #150-3500 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC. The deadline to apply is Saturday, June 30th. For further information contact www.richmondartscouncil.com or phone 604-241-2790.
ARTS 2007, Surrey, Deadline May 25th at 4pm
The Arts Council of Surrey welcomes submissions for their annual juried art exhibition to be held at the Surrey Art Gallery from Saturday, June 23rd to Sunday, August 19th. The deadline is Friday, May 25th at 4pm. For further information and entry forms, contact the Arts Council of Surrey at 604-585-2787 or by email info@artscouncilofsurrey.com or visit www.arts.surrey.ca
Submission Requests, Qualicum Beach, Deadline May 31st
The Old Schoolhouse Arts Centre, 122 Fern Road West in Qualicum Beach, invites artists to submit for the 2008 season. The schoolhouse is visited yearly by 40,000 visitors and includes artwork such as; pottery, jewelry, photography, fabric art and painting. The deadline for proposals is May 31st. For submission guidelines and address visit www.theoldschoolhouse.org or email qbtosh@shaw.ca
Call for entry for Craftspeople, Vancouver, Deadline May 31st at 5pm
The Crafts Association of BC is accepting proposals for exhibitions in the Crafthouse Gallery for 2008-2009. Craftspeople working in clay, glass, wood, metal, fibre, and mixed media are welcome to apply. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, May 31st at 5pm. For further information contact Calvin Tapley at 604-687-6511 or visit www.cabc.net or email info@cabc.net
Call for submissions, Nelson
The Oxygen Art Centre is now accepting submissions for exhibitions. Proposals for exhibitions are welcome on an ongoing basis in any media and subject matter. Submissions are reviewed every three to four months with planning one to two years in advance. For submission guidelines visit www.oxygenartcentre.org or email debt@oxygenartcentre.org
Call for Artwork, Coquitlam
The Coquitlam Public Library invites local artists to exhibit in their glass display cases at the Poirier Branch, 575 Poirier Street. Submissions are accepted on an on-going basis. The display case measures 8 feet long x 5 feet high x 16 inches wide. The shelving is glass. For further information phone Barbara at 604-937-4140 or email bweston@library.coquitlam.bc.ca
Call for Artwork, Vancouver, Deadline May 30th
ReVision – the art of recycling is asking for recycled art (art made from anything reused, recycled, salvaged, scrounged or found). Artists are invited to submit up to 5 pieces for a $10 non-refundable submission fee, made payable to Janet Lee via personal cheque or money order. Application is preferable by email, but mailing is also an option. Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, May 30th. The exhibition will be held at the Granville Island Hotel, 1252 Johnston Street on Saturday, October 27th and Sunday, October 28th. For further information, contact Janet Lee at 604-222-8372 or email ReVision@teraplanning.com
Gushul Studio and Collaboration Project, Vancouver Island, Deadline Tuesday, May 15th
The Trap Door Artist Run Centre is offering its second annual collaborative residency for two emerging Alberta artists at the University of Lethbridge's Gushul Studio for October 2007. This project combines skills, knowledge, histories and varied approaches of two individuals working in different media. Each applicant should submit a CV, Artist's statement, 10-15 images (slides or digital) with identifying list, and/or VHS, DVD or audio CD documentation and a paragraph describing why you are interested in participating in this residency or if applying as a team 300 words describing the same as above. Deadline to apply is Tuesday, May 15th. To learn more or to find where to submit, visit www.trapdoorarc.com
Call for Proposals, Penticton, Deadline, May 11th at 5pm
The City of Penticton is seeking proposals for a temporary outdoor public art installation for the centre of the Marina Way traffic roundabout. This competition is open to all artists who are permanent residents of BC. The deadline for proposals is Friday, May 11th at 5pm. For further information and a budget for the project, visit www.osarts.com or phone 250-493-2928.
Call for Exhibition Proposals, Castlegar, Deadline, July 31st
The Kootenay Gallery of Art, History and Science is accepting proposals from visual artists in all media to submit for the 2008-2009 exhibition year. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, July 31st. Please include 12-15 slides labeled with your name, and title of work. Please also include a separate list of the slides numbered, title, size and media described, a CV, Artist's Statement (including a paragraph or two regarding intent of proposed exhibit), and SASE. For further information and address to send the proposal to, visit www.kootenaygallery.com or phone 250-365-3337.
Call for Visual Artists, Vancouver, Deadline, June 4th
The Sidney and Gertrude Zack Gallery at The Jewish Community Centre is calling all professional Jewish visual artists and/or visual with a Jewish theme to exhibit drawings, paintings, sculpture, photography and/or mixed media for the 2008-2009 exhibition season. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 4th. To receive the submission form or for more information, email Reisa Smiley Schneider at reisa@jccgv.bc.ca or phone 604-257-5111 ext. 244.
GALLERY OPENINGS & EXHIBITIONS
Calling All Art Lovers, Vancouver, May 11th, 12th and 13th
Come and check out a large selection of visual arts, drawings, paintings and pottery at The 2nd Annual Art in the City Visual Art Exhibition and Sale. Bring the whole family as you are sure to find something for everyone. This event takes place on Friday, May 11th from 5pm-9pm, Saturday, May 12th from 10am-6pm and Sunday, May 13th from 10am-5pm. Admission is free. The West End Community Centre is located at 870 Denman Street. For further information, contact Silvia Laforges at 604-257-8336 or email silvia@laforges@vancouver.ca
Members Show, White Rock, May 12th to August 5th
The White Rock and South Surrey Art Society will be exhibiting member works at the Surrey Art Centre from Saturday, May 12th to Sunday, August 5th at 13750-88th Avenue from 9am-5pm. The Society was founded in 1959 and meets monthly with a demo or critque by a recognized professional. For further information visit www.surrey.ca/Living+in+Surrey/Arts/Surrey+Arts+Centre/default.htm
"A Real Piece of Work", Surrey, May 5th
The 5th annual spring show and sale is once again at the Ocean Park Community Hall, 1577 128th Street, corner of 16th Avenue in Surrey. This event is on Saturday, May 5th from 10am-6pm. There is a wide selection of work presented with local handmade art and fine craft – find all of your one-of-a-kind art and gifts here. For further information, contact Kerry Peters at 604-767-0595 or email arealpieceofwork@hotmail.com
New Work, Vancouver, May 5th
Come and see artists Valerie Arntzen and Sharon Petty at their studio, located at 800 Keefer Street in Vancouver on Saturday, May 5th from 7pm-11pm. They will show the new work based on their trip to the Mexican Baja earlier this year. If you are unable to attend the opening, you can make an appointment to view the work by calling 604-253-3590.
Studio 30 Art Group, Victoria, May 8th to May 14th
In Victoria from Tuesday, May 8th to Monday, May 14th. Studio 30 Art group will be having a show and sale of artwork at the Mayfair Mall during shopping mall hours. Come and vote for People's Choice award and have your name entered for a gift basket. For more information, contact Ed Araquel at 250-391-1241.
Art in the Park, Kelowna, May 1st until September 30th
Come and see high caliber, original and unique artwork on the waterfront of Kelowna's City Park. Artisans sell and showcase their artwork seven days a week during regular park hours. The 2007 season runs from Tuesday, May 1st to Sunday, September 30th. For further information, contact 250-868-3409
Gallery Show, Vancouver, May 17th - June 17th
From Thursday, May 17th to Sunday, June 17th, Something to Crow About will showcase works by the Mid Island Surface Design Group at FibreEssence Gallery, 3210 Dunbar Street in Vancouver. This is the group's first exhibition in Vancouver. Works have been inspired by "the crow", long viewed as an enigmatic icon of the unconscious, or perhaps simply as a pest, and often the inspiration for creativity. For further information, contact Roslaind Aylmer at rosaqed@shaw.ca
Student Exhibition, Wells BC, Until May 14th
The Wells/Barkerville Elementary School is exhibiting some fine young artists at Island Mountain Arts. There are 15 students this year and each has participated in showcasing paintings, drawings, and collages as well as working together to create a beautiful underwater diorama. The exhibit is in the gallery until Monday, May 14th, so do not miss your chance to view some great art. For further information, visit www.imarts.com or contact info@imarts.com
Lost and Found, Vancouver, May 11th
Access Artist Run Centre presents the Lost and Found website, the second half of a collaborative project produced with the Powell Street Festival Society. Lost and Found was originally a group exhibition featuring the work of Judy Chartrand, Wayde Compton and Haruko Okano. Through an artistic residency, the three artists were asked to consider lost and forgotten "histories" that both linger and disappear within the context of the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, BC (DTES). The website echoes similar concerns and issues raised by the work of these three artists. Join them as they celebrate the launch of the website on Friday, May 11th at 7:00pm. Access Artist Run Centre is located at 206 Carrall St in Vancouver. For details call 604-689-2907 or visit www.vaarc.ca
Talk to the Hands, Vancouver, April 28th - May 12th
The Helen Pitt Gallery presents Talk to the Hands, a large-scale group exhibition showcasing some of the exceptional talents from the 2007 class of the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design. This second edition of the Helen Pitt Gallery's off-site graduation exhibition features work in all mediums addressing issues of the parenthetical, the gesural, and the hands-on toil of labour. THe Helen Pitt Gallery Artist Run Centre is located at 102-148 Alexander St in Vancouver. For details call 604-681-6740 or visit Helent Pitt Gallery.
North Shore 60th Anniversary Art Exhibition & Sale, North Vancouver, May 28th - June 3rd
The North Shore Artists' Guild invites the public to their 60th Anniversary Art Exhibition and Sale called A Splash of Colour. The show and sale takes place at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver from Monday May 28th to Sunday June 3rd. The opening reception is on Monday May 28th from 7-9pm. Vote for the "People's Choice Awards" and enter to win $100 credit toward any painting in the show. For details visit www.nsartists.ca
Gallery Show, Vancouver, May 19th - June 23rd
The Helen Pitt Gallery presents More or less by Emilie O'Brien and Adriana Riquer Turner in the front gallery and works by Maxwell Simmer and Shiloh Sukkau in the back gallery. The exhibit runs from Saturday, May 19th and artist talk with O'Brien and Riquer Turner at 2pm to Saturday, June 23rd with an opening reception on Friday, May 18th at 8pm. The work of O'Brien and Riquer Turner shares an interest in the interplay between ideas of real and speculative space. For further information, contact The Helen Pitt Gallery at www.helenpittgallery.org or phone 604-681-6740. The Helen Pitt Gallery is located at #102-148 Alexander Street in Gastown.
Gallery Show, Vancouver, May 18th - June 23rd
The OR Gallery presents Helena Producciones: Cali en el espejo. The exhibit runs from Friday, May 18th to Saturday, June 23rd with an opening reception on Thursday, May 17th at 8pm. Helena Producciones is a non-profit, interdisciplinary collective best known for organizing the International Performance Festival in Cali, Colombia. The title of the show translates roughly as "Cali in the mirror", and draws attention to an interest in the narrative of a particular place while shunning the idea of configuring a homogenous local scene efficiently packaged and ready for international consumption. For further information, contact The OR Gallery at www.orgallery.org or phone 604-683-7395. The OR Gallery is located at #103-480 Smithe Street in Vancouver.
Gallery Show, Vancouver, May 18th - June 23rd
The OR Gallery presents Helena Producciones: Cali en el espejo. The exhibit runs from Friday, May 18th to Saturday, June 23rd with an opening reception on Thursday, May 17th at 8pm. Helena Producciones is a non-profit, interdisciplinary collective best known for organizing the International Performance Festival in Cali, Colombia. The title of the show translates roughly as "Cali in the mirror", and draws attention to an interest in the narrative of a particular place while shunning the idea of configuring a homogenous local scene efficiently packaged and ready for international consumption. For further information, contact The OR Gallery at www.orgallery.org or phone 604-683-7395. The OR Gallery is located at #103-480 Smithe Street in Vancouver.
Art Exhibit, Armstrong, May 31st - June 23rd
The Armstrong Spallumcheen Art Gallery presents Painting with Friends, works by their Paint with Friends Group, and The Right Hat, the Wrong Size, featuring photographs by Keith Richards. The exhibition runs from Thursday, May 31st to Saturday, June 23rd. The gallery is located at 3415 Pleasant Valley Road in Armstrong. There is an opening reception on Saturday, June 2nd from 10am-12pm. The gallery is open Monday through Saturday, 10am-4pm. For further information, contact www.asmas.ca or phone 250-546-8318.
STUDIO TOURS & FESTIVALS
The Life & Arts Festival, Kelowna, May 11th to May 13th
This festival showcases artists, artisans and crafters as part of the Interior Savings Artisan Marketplace, taking place on Friday, May 11th to Sunday, May 13th. The Life and Arts Festival is a multi-disciplined arts festival that was initiated by the City of Kelowna to celebrate the arts. For further information about this festival and location, visit www.lifeandarts.com or contact Rosemarie Greedy at 250-762-5837.
4th Annual Scattered Artists Studio Tour, Victoria, May 12th and Sunday, May 13th
Tour takes place on Saturday, May 12th and Sunday, May 13th between 12pm-5pm. Victoria artists invite you to discover what they do, and why and even how. The tour includes fifteen artists working in a wide range of media, plus the Victoria Handweavers' and Spinners' Guild. Admission is free. Tour maps and information are available at www.gobc.ca and at the Cedar Hill Recreation Centre, 3220 Cedar Hill Road in Victoria. For further information, contact Jennifer Waelti-Walters at 250-920-3831 or email waeltiwalters@hotmail.com
Gordon Head Studio Tour, Victoria, May 5th and 6th
On Saturday, May 5th and Sunday, May 6th from 11am-4pm, come and experience artists working from their home studios during the annual Spring Studio Tour in Gordon Head, about 30 minutes from Downtown Victoria. Artists will answer questions, share techniques, as well as some will do demonstrations. You are guaranteed to see a showcasing of a variety of work. Brochures with maps will be available at various community-minded businesses and Gordon Head Recreation Center. For more information call 250-477-7464 or visit www.gobc.ca under studio tours.
Rhododendron Festival, Burnaby, May 6th
On Sunday, May 6th from 9:30am-4pm visit the 19th Annual Burnaby Rhododendron Festival that features a blend of art and horticulture. This event takes place at The Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Avenue in Burnaby. Highlights include entertainment, free watercolour workshops, garden tours, commercial plant sales, interactive art activities and the popular Strawberry Tea. There will also be a silent auction. For further information, visit www.brags.ca
Art Studio Open House, Surrey, Saturday May 26th
Nicci Battilina is hosting an Art Studio Open House at #45-2678 King George Highway in South Surrey (the Mirada Complex), on Saturday, May 26th from 10am-4pm. Nicci was recently showcased in the Children's Hospital Home Lottery and soon to be featured on HGTV. Nicci is also a rising Artist in our Midst. For further information, visit www.brushedwithmagic.com
WORKSHOPS
Coastal Watercolours Workshop, Vancouver Island, August 14th to August 18th
Enjoy 4 full days of watercolour instruction, boat trips, lab and studio time, field trips and more with this workshop offered by Harold Allanson and the Bamfield Marine Services Centre incorporating coastal scenes and marine life. Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre is situated on the western edge of Vancouver Island. The cost is $775 and includes boat trips, meals and accommodation from Tuesday, August 14th to Saturday, August 18th. Enrolment is limited to 11 spots, making it first come, first serve basis. For further information, visit www.bms.bc.ca
Beginner's Paper Clay Workshop, Richmond, May 5th
In conjunction with her Richmond Art Gallery exhibition, Wreath/Wreathe, ceramic artist Eliza Au leads this workshop on Saturday, May 5th from 10am-1pm. The fee is $15 and includes materials and firing. Register early as class size is limited through the City of Richmond's Call Centre at 604-276-4300 and quote class #GA-23001. For further workshops and artist talks, visit www.richmondartgallery.org or phone 604-247-8311
Zen of Asian Brush Painting, Cortes Island, June 15th to June 20th
Join Pamela Sumner on this 5 night workshop from Friday, June 15th to Wednesday, June 20th. Relax, sip green tea and completely relax while you paint from within. The cost is $495 CDN. Hollyhock Retreat Centre is located on Cortes Island. For further information or to register, visit www.hollyhock.ca or email registration@hollyhock.ca
Silk Papermaking Workshop, Denman Island, May 26th and 27th
Artist and Art Therapist, Karen Wallace, is bringing the art of handmade silk paper to The Denman Island Arts Centre on Saturday, May 26th and Sunday, May 27th from 10am-4pm. In this workshop, participants will learn how to take raw silk and turn the fibers into paper on Saturday. On Sunday, the papers will be used in small projects, such as book covers, fused bowls and cards. The fee for this course is $160 plus $50 for materials. For further information and registration, visit www.artsdenman.com or call 250-335-1224.
Large Scale Outdoor Painting, Denman Island, June 2nd and 3rd
Join British artist Robin Mayor for this two day workshop on Saturday, June 2nd and Sunday, June 3rd from 9:30am-3:30pm at The Denman Island Arts Centre for this unique workshop titled Sketching & Painting En Plein Air for Working Painters. The fee is $150. This workshop is not designed for beginners. For more information and to register, please visit www.artsdenman.com or call 250-335-1224 or toll-free at 1-888-335-1221.
SPECIAL EVENTS & OTHER ART NEWS
Support the Arts, Online, Deadline, May 15th
The City of Vancouver is gathering information to develop a long-term plan for arts and culture in Vancouver. They are seeking input regarding future directions for arts and culture in the next ten years. The voices of artists need to be heard by the City of Vancouver. Please visit www.vancouver.ca/creativecity/ and complete the survey by Tuesday, May 15th.
CARFAC Meeeting, Nanaimo, May 19th
Canadian Artists Representation (CARFAC) is an organization for professional artists in Canada. On Saturday May 19th from 4-6pm, a CARFAC meeting for artists who want to join and members will be held at Nanaimo Public Art Gallery. Members are asked to bring 10 slides. The current gallery show is The Physics of Power by Vancouver Island artists Heather Thomas. The meeting will include looking at the show with a staff member, sharing slides and process, and tea. For details, call Clare Singleton at 250-245-7033.
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