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Call for Entry, Whistler, Deadline Aug. 22nd
The Whistler Arts Council in Whistler, BC is accepting applications for their 20th Annual Bizarre Bazaar on November 28th & 29th at the Telus Whistler Conference Centre. They are seeking artists working in ceramics, fine art, wood, glass, jewellery and many more. Please submit clear photos of your work and a photo or drawing of the booth set up. The deadline to apply is Friday, August 22nd. For further information, visit www.whistlerartscouncil.com or call 604-938-9221
Call for Entry, Kaslo, Deadline Aug 31st
The Langham Art Gallery in Kaslo, BC is asking for artwork by established artists who are interested in exhibiting in the Main Gallery. All media is accepted. The deadline to submit is August 31st. Please submit, photos of your work or a CD, CV Attn: Eliza Fry. For further information, visit www.thelangham.ca
Call for Entry, Williams Lake, Deadline Sept. 15th
The Station House Gallery in Williams Lake, BC is accepting exhibition proposals for February 2009-November 2009. Solo and group shows are welcome as well as any medium. The deadline to submit is September 15th. For further information, email manager@stationhousegallery.com or call Diane at 250-392-6113.
Call for Entry, Smithers, Deadline Aug. 30th
Smithers Art Gallery in Smithers, BC is requesting submissions for 2009. The deadline to apply is August 30th. For entry forms, email info@smithersart.org or for more information, visit www.smithersart.org or write to PO Box 122, Smithers, BC.
Call for Artwork & Jewellery, Vancouver, Deadline Sept 14th
The gallery at Hycroft in Vancouver, BC is seeking artwork and jewellery for their Hycroft gallery. Please deliver artwork for consideration on Sunday, September 14th from 1pm-4pm. The submissions will be reviewed the following day. Applications and further information can be found at the Hycroft office, located at The University Women's Club, 1489 McRae Avenue. Additional information can be found by visiting www.uwcvancouver.ca or call 604-731-4661.
Call for Entry, Port Townsend , Deadline Aug. 11th
The Port Townsend Arts Commission and Northwind Arts Alliance are seeking entries for Expressions Northwest for the 10th Annual Art Port Townsend Juried Art Competition in October. 2-D and 3-D are eligible. There is a $25 non-refundable entry fee. Please submit 3 slides or printed images of your work. You must be a resident of BC. The deadline to apply is August 11th. For more information and entry forms, visit www.artporttownsend.org or call 360-379-3025.
Call for Entry, Parksville, Deadline Aug. 1st
The Oceanside Community Arts Council in Parksville, BC is asking for artwork for their assemblage and collage shows to be held in October 2008. The deadline to submit artwork is August 1st. The Arts Council is located at 133 McMillan Street. For further information and how to apply, visit www.oceansideartscouncil.com or call 250-248-8185.
Call for Entry, Kelowna, Deadline Sept. 1st
The Rotary Centre for the Arts in Kelowna, BC is calling all Okanagan artists of all mediums for submissions to the new Evergreen Art Exhibition and Silent Auction Gallerie Diamante. The show will run November 17th to 29th. If you are interested in donation a work of art, email Julia Trops at Julia@juliatrops.com Donated artwork is being accepted until September 1st. For further information on this event, visit www.RotaryCentrefortheArts.com
Call for Entry, Richmond, Deadline Aug. 22nd
The Richmond Art Gallery in Richmond, BC presents the 3rd Annual Artist Trading Card Exhibition which is open to all participants in the Lower Mainland and Beyond. The event runs from September 11th until November 14th. The closing celebration and trading session happens on Friday, November 14th from 7pm-8:30pm. This year, the event includes workshops, trading sessions, artist talks and closing celebration. For more information on this event, visit www.richmondartgallery.org/atcs/atc.php To enter, send in 9 or 18 regular sized Artist Trading Cards 2½" x 3½" in a standard 9-sleeve plastic sheet with a self-addressed stamped envelope to the RAG. Please sign the back of each ATC. Please indicate if you would like your cards traded for you. Traded cards will be returned to you in the SASE you have provided. The deadline to apply and have postmarked entries is August 22nd. Send cards to: Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond BC, V6Y 1R9 Attn: RAG ATC Exhibition. For further information, visit http://www.richmondartgallery.org/atcs/atc-entries.php or call Kathy Tycholis at 604-247-8316.
Call for Submissions, Nelson, Deadline Aug. 15th
The Oxygen Art Centre in Nelson, BC is looking for Exhibition and Artist in Residence proposals for 2009-2010. Please include a CV, a detailed project description, and image list, 10 numbered slides, or images on CD, and SASE. Please send proposals to Oxygen Art Centre, #3 320 Vernon Street, Nelson BC, V1L 4E4. The deadline to submit is postmarked by August 15th. Submission guidelines are available at www.oxygenartcentre.org or contact Stephanie Fischer/Curatorial Collective at sfischer@netidea.com
Exhibition & Auction, Vernon, Deadline Aug. 1st
The North Okanagan Artists Alternative and Gallery Vertigo in Vernon, BC are inviting artists to participate in an open entry fundraising exhibition titled Almost Famous. The exhibition will consist of copies of masterpieces from art history. There will be an auction of the artwork on August 17th at 2pm. The exhibit will take place from August 6th - 16th. The deadline to submit is Friday, August 1st at 4pm. Canvases are provided at the gallery at 18" x 24" or 16" x 20". The gallery is located at #1-3001 31st Street. For further information, visit www.galleryvertigo.com or call 250-503-2297.
Artists Wanted, Kelowna, Deadline July 17th
The City of Kelowna Public Art Program in Kelowna, BC is seeking qualifications from professional artists and artist teams for the creation of permanent, site-specific art for the exterior façade of the new Mission Recreation Park Aquatic Centre. The total budget for this project including design, fabrication and installation is $100,000. Deadline to submit is 3pm Pacific Time on Thursday, July 17th. For more information and to make a submission, visit www.kelowna.ca - bidding opportunities - open bids - T08-052 Public Art Project Mission Recreation Park Aquatic Centre
Call to Entry, Fort Langley
Painters, potters, sculptures, jewlery and other Art related items. The Creative Spirits Art Show is happening on Sunday Aug 17 at the Fort Langley community centre. For space call Doris Biddle at 604-533-5775. She is also looking for entertainers, such as musicians, to hire for outside the hall the day of the show.
Call for Artists, Sidney, Deadline Aug. 1st
The Sidney Fine Art Show 2008 is seeking artists for their annual show in Sidney, BC. The event takes place on October 17th, 18th and 19th. This is a juried show. The deadline to enter is Friday August 1st. Entry forms are available to download at www.sidneyfineartshow.com.
Call for Artwork, Vancouver, Deadline July 15th
The 2nd Annual ReVision - The Art of Recycling in Vancouver, BC is asking for artwork from artists who use recycling as part of their creative process. Artists can submit up to 5 pieces for a $15 non-refundable submission fee made payable to Janet Lee. Application is preferred by email. The deadline to submit is Tuesday, July 15th. The exhibition takes place on November 8th & 9th. For further information, visit www.ReVision-theartofrecycling.com or call Janet at 604-222-8372.
Call for Artists & Curators, Maple Ridge, ongoing
The Maple Ridge Art Gallery in Maple Ridge, BC invites visual artists and guest curators and community art groups to submit proposals for the 2009 exhibition year. All media is accepted. Submissions are accepted on an on-going basis. For more details, please visit www.theactmapleridge.org or call 604-467-5855.
Call for Demo Artists, Richmond
The Richmond Artists Guild in Richmond, BC is seeking demo artists to acrylic or watercolour techniques to their guild on the second Wednesday of the month, beginning in September 2008, from 7pm-9pm. The fee is $150. The Guild is located at The Richmond Cultural Centre at 7700 Minoru Gate. For further information, please email rita.mcarthur@shaw.ca.
Call for Exhibition Proposals, Castlegar, ongoing
The Kootenay Gallery of Art, History and Science in Castlegar, BC is seeking proposals from artists and curators. Completed applications are accepted throughout the year. Emailed applications will not be accepted. For submission guidelines and for further information, visit www.kootenaygallery.com or call 250-365-3337.
Art Website Portal - Call for Artists, online
A new art website and portal is now accepting entries from aspiring artists who want to connect with buyers from around the world. Different from other art sites, www.Artistika.ca promotes artists without any upfront costs and expensive sales commissions. Artists interested in being featured on www.Artistika.ca should contact Roci Freeman at rfreeman@Artistika.ca
Call for Artists, Surrey
The City of Surrey is seeking artists for five public art opportunities which will explore Surrey's natural, built, and cultural heritages. Budgets should be between $100,000 to $130,000. For further information and a submission form, visit www.arts.surrey.ca, follow public art and opportunities
Call for Entry, Vancouver Island & Gulf Island Artists
Vancouver Island or Gulf Island Artists only are asked to submit artwork for the Originals Only Fine Art Show and Sale in Comox, BC on August 9th and 10th. All work must be original 2-D art or sculpture. The deadline to register is July 9th. For a registration form and full details, visit www.originalsonly.ca
Call for Artists, Vancouver
Visual artists are asked to submit for Israel @ 60 at the Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver in Vancouver, BC. The deadline to submit is July 3rd. Also on July 3rd, Pnina Granirer will be giving a talk at 7pm on The Faces of Eve exhibit that was held at the Bible Museum in Tel Aviv in March/April to celebrate International Women's Day. Please RSVP to reisa@jccgv.bc.ca if you would like to attend the artist talk. For more information on how to submit for Israel @ 60 which is an exhibition of paintings and sculpture celebrating Israel's varied landscapes, its people among many other great things, visit www.jccgv.com The Centre is located at 950 West 41st Avenue.
Call for Entry, Nelson, Deadline August 15th
The Kootenay Artisans Winter Carnival in Nelson, BC is seeking market vendors to apply to the Artisans Market, the largest juried craft fair in the West Kootenays. The deadline to apply is August 15th. For further information, visit www.ndac.ca or call 250-352-2402.
Call for Submissions, Victoria, Deadline July 18th
The Victoria Cool Aid Society in Victoria, BC will be celebrating their 40th Anniversary by hosting a free public Arts Festival & Reunion at Centennial Square on August 16th from 1pm-7pm. All visual art mediums are accepted. Art may be displayed for display or sale. Submissions are open to any Artist who has been involved with the Victoria Cool Aid Society presently or within the last 40 years. The deadline to submit is July 18th. For more information or to participate, call Eileen at 250-590-1931 or visit www.CoolAid.org or email volunteer@CoolAid.org
Call for Artwork, Vancouver, Deadline July 13th at 12am
Blim is seeking artists for their Summer Market 2008 in Vancouver, BC. The market takes place on Saturday, July 26th from 12pm-5pm. The fee for a table is $30. Space is limited, so sign up early. Please contact Yuri at info@blimc.ca to register. The deadline to register is Sunday, July 13th at midnight. Blim is located at 197 17th Ave. East. For further information, visit www.blim.ca
Call for Artists, Ottawa, Deadline July 31st
The Studio SM creation of the Encampment in Ottawa, Ontario is seeking artists to participate in the creative process to design and construct installations to be housed within each tent. The Encampment is a large-scale public participatory art installation that incorporates seventy 19th century expeditionary tents erected in a geometric grid on Major's Hill Park in Ottawa. Illuminated from within, the tents are visible all night long. To apply, email a short statement on your background and why you want to participate to NationalEncampment@gmail.com The deadline to apply is July 31st. For more information, please visit www.TheEncampment.net
GALLERY OPENINGS & EXHIBITIONS
Fine Arts Show, Sooke, July 26th - Aug. 4th
The 2008 Sooke Fine Arts Show in Sooke, BC wants you to come by and view over 350 art pieces from artists on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands from July 26th until August 4th. The show is open from 10am-9pm daily except on August 4th, closes at 6pm. The show is located at the SEAPARC Leisure Complex at 2168 Phillips Road. For further information, visit www.sookefinearts.com or call 250-642-7256.
Glass Art Exhibit, Vancouver, July 31st - Sept. 7th
The Crafthouse Gallery in Vancouver, BC presents Layered Light by Laura Murdoch from July 31st until September 7th. There is an opening reception on Thursday, July 31st from 6pm-8pm. This exhibit is a luminous series of richly coloured and elegantly patterned blown glass vessels and pendant lights. The gallery is located at 1386 Cartright Street. For further information, visit www.cabc.net or call 604-687-7270.
Craft Exhibit, Vancouver, Now - July 27th
The Crafthouse Gallery in Vancouver, BC presents Hearts and Nerves by Karin Marita Jones on now until July 27th. This exhibit Karin's new collection of steel objects and accessories, embellished with inlaid 24K gold and fine silver patterns in this gallery exhibit. The gallery is located at 1386 Cartright Street. For further information, visit www.cabc.net or call 604-687-7270.
Painting Exhibit, Vancouver, July 14th - Aug. 2nd
Come to the Pendulum Gallery in Vancouver, BC at the HSBC Building to view Marleen Vermeulen's oil paintings titled Expanse Within. The exhibit runs from July 14th until August 2nd. There is an opening reception on July 17th from 6pm-8pm. The gallery is located at 885 West Georgia Street. To view Marleen's work, visit www.marleenart.com
Sculpture in the Gardens, Vancouver, July 11th - July 20th
Come and experience the works of some of Canada's top sculptor's amongst the glorious summer blooms of VanDusen Botanical Gardens in Vancouver, BC from July 11th to July 20th. The exhibit is open from 10am-9pm daily. VanDusen Botanical Gardens are located at 5251 Oak Street. For further information, visit www.ssbc.ca, email louisaweir@gmail.com or call 604-224-8697.
Art Show & Sale, Vancouver, July 26th - 27th
The 12th Annual Art Off The Fence outdoor show & sale is here once again at Whalepointe, 9929 Southlands Drive on South Pender Island on Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th from 11am-4pm. Come and see the work of 11 Pender artists showcasing drawings, paintings, and folk art. For further information, contact Susan Taylor at 250-629-6661 or email art@bloodstargallery.com
Exhibition & Auction, Vernon, Aug. 6th - 17th
The North Okanagan Artists Alternative and Gallery Vertigo in Vernon, BC are inviting artists to participate in an open entry fundraising exhibition titled Almost Famous. The exhibition will consist of copies of masterpieces from art history. There will be an auction of the artwork on August 17th at 2pm. The exhibit will take place from August 6th - 16th. The deadline to submit is Friday, August 1st at 4pm. Canvases are provided at the gallery at 18" x 24" or 16" x 20". The gallery is located at #1-3001 31st Street. For further information, visit www.galleryvertigo.com or call 250-503-2297.
Art at the Market, Squamish, July 1st & Aug. 2nd
VISUALS, the Squamish Valley Artists Society in Squamish, BC is displaying works by local artists including paintings, blown glass, photography, stained glass, woven metal, intricate jewellery and more at their Art at the Market. Enter to win art prizes. Free Admission. The Market takes place on July 1st from 11am-7pm and August 2nd from 11am-3pm. For further information, visit www.squamishart.com
Gallery Exhibit, Fort Langley, Now - July 13th
The Fort Gallery in Fort Langley, BC presents Terry Nurmi and Billie-Jo Thomson on now until July 13th. There is an opening reception on Friday, June 27th from 7pm-10pm. The gallery is located at 9048 Glover Road. The gallery is open Wednesday-Sunday 12pm-5pm. For further information, visit www.fortgallery.ca or call 604-888-7411.
Art Exhibit, Squamish, on now - Aug 2nd
VISUALS, the Squamish Valley Artists Society in Squamish, BC is displaying an inspiring mix of fine art during Art at the Market. Vote for your favourite piece of art and win art prizes donated by their artists. The exhibit takes place on Saturday, June 28th and Saturday, August 2nd from 11am-3pm and Tuesday, July 1st from 11am-7pm. The exhibit is located at 37950 Cleveland Avenue. Admisssion is free. For further information, visit www.squamishart.com
Art Show, Fort Langley, July 5th - 29th
The Fort Langley Artists Group in Fort Langley, BC presents an Open Theme exhibit showcasing a variety of styles, mediums and subjects. The exhibit runs from Saturday, July 5th until Sunday, July 29th at the FLAGstop Gallery in the historic CN station. The gallery is open on weekends from 12pm-4pm or by appointment. To see the artists work, visit www.fortlangleyartistsgroup.com
Gallery Exhibit, Vancouver, July 11th - September 5th
Art Beatus in Vancouver, BC presents Beautiful Beast by Wuon-Gean Ho from July 11th until September 5th. There will be opening reception on Friday, July 11th from 3pm-6pm. The exhibit consists of four series of works, all sharing recurrent themes of life, death, love, the attractive and repulsive through animal, human and otherworldly subjects. The gallery is located at 108-808 Nelson Street. For further information, visit www.artbeatus.com or call 604-688-2633.
Painting Exhibition, Wells, July 18th - August 11th
The Island Mountain Arts Public Gallery in Wells, BC presents Cariboo Cowboy by Sonia Cornwall from July 18th until August 11th. There is an opening reception on Friday, July 18th at 7pm. Sonia's paintings embrace more than just their natural beauty, but continue to portray the cattle ranching way of life &38211; her life, that helped to shape and define the character of this vast interior region. For further information, call 1-800-442-2787 or visit www.imarts.com
Gallery Exhibit, Vancouver, July 5th - 26th
Blim in Vancouver, BC presents new works and diorama by Ben Jacques titled Whatever Forever. To view Ben's work, visit www.benjacques.com The exhibit runs from July 5th to 26th. There is an opening reception on Saturday July 5th at 8pm. Blim is located at 197 17th Ave. East. For further information, visit www.blim.ca
Gallery Exhibit, Tsawwassen, July 24th - August 24th
Come to the Longhouse Gallery in Tsawwassen, BC to view the juried exhibition titled Oil and Water from July 24th until August 24th. There is an opening reception on Thursday, July 24th from 6:30pm-9pm. The gallery is located at 1269 56th Street. For further information, visit www.deltaartguild.org or call 604-943-3313.
Photography Exhibit, Fort Langley, July 16th - August 3rd
The Fort Gallery in Fort Langley, BC presents Captured Light by Dennis Venema. His photos will be on display from July 16th until August 3rd. There is an opening reception on Friday, July 18th from 7pm-10pm. The gallery is located at 9048 Glover Road. For further information, visit www.fortgallery.ca or call 604-888-7411.
STUDIO TOURS & FESTIVALS
Celebrate BC Day on Granville Island, Vancouver, Aug 4th
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC is taking to the streets with their first ever Art on the Street Festival on Monday, August 4th from 9am-5pm. This festival was created to showcase everything BC. There are FREE hands-on activities for children including their enormous jigsaw picture, BC's biggest birthday card, chalk art, aboriginal dancers, street performers and many more. The entrance to Granville Island is below the Granville Bridge off West 4th Avenue between Cambie Street and Burrard Street.
Art Festival, Wells, Aug. 1st - 4th
Come to Wells, BC from August 1st-4th to view musicians, performers, and artists at the 5th Annual ArtsWells Festival of All Things Art. Call Island Mountain Arts at 1-800-442-2787 to buy your tickets today. Tickets are $60 for adults, youth are $30 and kids 12 and under are free. For further information about the festival, visit www.artswells.com or call 1-800-442-2787.
Art Studio Tour, Cowichan Valley, July 4th - 13th
24 artists will be opening their doors to their studios from July 4th until July 13th from 10am-4pm each day for the Visions Cowichan Valley Art Studio Tour. This tour is self-guided and allows you to visit over 30 artists in 24 venues showcasing painters, sculptors, potters, photographers and many others. For further information and a map, visit www.visionsarttour.ca
Art Festival, South Surrey, July 5th - 6th & 12th - 13th
Mind and Matter Art Gallery in South Surrey, BC present The 35th Annual Arnold Mikelson Festival of Arts on July 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th from 10am-6pm. There is an official opening on Saturday, July 5th at 1:30pm. There will be three acres of beautiful gardens filled with over 100 of the artists' creations, paintings, jewellery, pottery, and stone carvings. The gallery is located at 13743 16th Avenue. For further information, visit www.mindandmatterart.com or call 604-536-6460.
Children's Art Festival, Whistler, July 12th - 13th
The Whistler Children's Art Festival is happening again this year on Saturday July 12th and Sunday July 13th from 10am-4pm daily. The festival fun runs from the base of the Whistler Creekside Gondola, throughout Franz's Trail and along the patios of local shops. There is over 80 hands-on workshops in sketching, dance, mural painting and many more. For further information and to sign up, visit www.whistlerartscouncil.com or call 604-938-9221.
Music Festival, near Edgewood, July 11th - 13th
The Whatshan Lake 8th Annual Music Festival presents The Biggest Little Family Music Festival in Western Canada from July 11th to 13th in near Edgewood, BC at the Whatshan Lake Retreat. The Weekend pass is $60. To reserve your tickets now, call 604-594-1030 or visit www.whatshanmusic.com
Studio Tour, Metchosin & East Sooke, July 26th - Aug. 4th
The Stinking Fish Studio Tour in Metchosin and East Sooke on Vancouver Island, BC presents 24 artists who will open their studios from July 26th to August 4th. On hand will be an artistic diversity featuring painting, pottery, printmaking and mosaic, sculptures in wood, metal and more as well as floral, textile, and photographic works. For further information, visit www.stinkingfishstudiotour.com or call 250-474-2676.
Burnaby Festival, Burnaby, July 20th
Come to Burnaby, BC for the 24th Annual Burnaby Discovery Day Festival at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts at Deer Lake Park on Sunday, July 20th from 10am-4pm. The program features interactive arts activities, entertainment and showcases many community service organizations and cultural groups. The Shadbolt Centre for the Arts is located at 6450 Deer Lake Avenue. For more festival information, call 604-291-6864. Volunteers are also needed for arts activities and event preparation, if interested, please call Shelley at 604-205-3043.
Harmony Plein Air Festival, West Vancouver, Aug. 1st - 10th
The Harmony Festival in West Vancouver, BC from August 1st to 10th will host two special events. The Grand Prix of Arts en Plein Air is an outdoor painting challenge with a time limit of 3 hours on August 2nd from 10am-1pm. Register at the Ferry Building before August 1st. The gallery is located at 1414 Argyle Avenue. The cost to register is $35. For further information, call 604-925-7290 or visit http://ferrybuilding.wordpress.com/ On August 9th come view some Plein Air Artist demonstrations at the Ferry Gallery between 10am-1pm followed by an exhibition of the art. For further information, please contact Alfonso Tejada at atejada@shaw.ca or by calling the gallery at 604-925-7290.
Summer Open Studios, Okanagan, July 25th-27th, Aug. 8th-10th
The Arts Council of the Central Okanagan is organizing the Summer Open Studios for various artists from Vernon to Penticton. The dates are: July 25th-27th for the south and August 8th-10th for everyone. The public can visit the artists from 10am-5pm. Please call the Arts Council at 250-861-4123 or email memberservices@artsco.ca for further information and for which artists are participating.
WORKSHOPS
Basket Making Workshop, Denman Island, July 6th & 7th
Denman Island Arts Centre on Denman Island, BC presents Baskets from Nature's Bounty with Marilyn Jensen on Saturday, July 6th and Sunday, July 7th from 9:30am-3:30pm. Students will complete two small baskets using a variety of techniques of techniques using materials gathered and grown locally. The fee is $135 and $15 for materials. The Arts Centre is located at 1016 Northwest Road. For further information and to register, visit www.artsdenman.com or call 1-888-335-1221.
Summer Theatre Workshops, New Westminster, Aug. 5th - 28th
The Arts Council of New Westminster in New Westminster, BC is offering Theatrical workshops for children aged 8-13 and Teens 14 plus from August 5th to 28th. For details and dates and to register, visit www.artscouncilnewwest.org or call 604-525-3244.
Kelowna Art Gallery Art Adventures 2008, Kelowna, Summer
Join the Kelowna Art Gallery for an exciting summer filled with art and creativity! Participants will be introduced to a variety of themes, and methods of art-making while using gallery exhibitions as inspiration. The gallery offers day and mini camps for preschoolers, kids aged 6-12 as well as teenagers. For more information, a list of classes or to register, please contact the gallery at 762-2226 or visits our web site at www.kelownaartgallery.com
Art Workshops, Whistler, Summer
This summer, come and enjoy the Whistler Art Workshops in Whistler, BC on the Lake featuring two to four day workshops from introductory to advanced level instruction in oil, acrylic and watercolour painting. There are various workshops in June, July and August. There is a variety of instructors teaching giving you an environment to share ideas and to work with fellow artists. For further information and to book a workshop, visit www.whistlerartscouncil.com or call 604-938-9221.
Art Practice Workshop, Wells, July 19th to 27th
Come and spend 8 days in Wells, BC from Saturday, July 19th until Sunday, July 27th painting in the Island Mountain Arts Studio with David Alexander and Peter Von Tiesenhausen. This is a forum for artists to explore and develop their ideas in relation to visual arts practice. The cost of this workshop is $882 including taxes, or can be shortened to 4 days from July 19th - 22nd for $451.50 including taxes. Applicants must submit 6-10 images of their work (CD preferred), bio and artist statement by Sunday, June 15th. For scholarships and bursaries, please visit www.imarts.com/artschool
Analogue Digital Workshop, Vancouver, July 13th
The Alliance for Arts + Culture in Vancouver, BC presents Analogue Digital Workshop for all visual artists who use traditional art forms and would like to expand the media they work in including conceptual and formal concerns, skills and software, and many more. The cost is $25 for Alliance members, and $30 for non-members. The workshop is held on Sunday, July 13th from 1pm-4pm at the Alliance for Arts + Culture at 100-938 Howe Street. For further information and to register, call 604-681-3535.
Bricoleur Workshop, Denman Island, July 26th & 27th
The Denman Island Arts Centre on Denman Island, BC presents Care of a Bricoleur workshop with Ken Flett on Saturday July 26th and Sunday July 27th from 9:30am-3:30pm. A bricoleur is a person who creates things from scratch, is creative and resourceful: a person who collects information and things and then puts them together in a way that they were not originally designed to be. The fee is $150 plus $10 for supplies. The centre is located at 1016 Northwest Road. For further information and to register, visit www.artsdenman.com or call 1-888-335-1221.
Almost Famous Workshop, Vernon, July 9th
Gallery Vertigo in Vernon, BC presents a free workshop on creating Almost Famous pieces of art on Wednesday, July 9th from 7pm-9pm. There will be lots of images to use or bring your own and if you need a bit of help, there's always the projector. Please bring your own artist materials if possible. Gallery Vertigo is located at #1 3001 31st Street. For further information, call 250-503-2297 or email judithjurica@galleryvertigo.com
This wonderful selection of Workshops & Classes is only a small snippet of a more extensive list available through Opus Framing & Art Supplies. To view other workshops & classes, please visit https://store.opusframing.com/classes/
SPECIAL EVENTS & OTHER ART NEWS
BMO KidzArt Dayz, Prince George, July 11th - 12th
The Two Rivers Gallery in Prince George, BC is proud to present the 18th Annual BMO KidzArt Dayz on July 11th and 12th from 10am-3pm. Come for two free fun filled days of art making activities for the whole family. For more information, call 250-614-7800 or visit www.tworiversgallery.ca
Grant Possibilities, Deadline July 13th
Attention Art Institutions! Apply for a maximum $7500 project grant for your education initiatives with the Canadian Art Foundation Youth Arts Bursary Program. The application deadline is Friday, August 1st. For application guidelines, visit www.canadianart.ca/yab or call Sara Graham at 416-368-8854 ext. 111 or email sgraham@canadianart.ca
Needed - Osmiroid Ink
NEEDED: New or Old bottles of Osmiroid Free-flowing Ink. It is no longer sold and I need black, brown, blue and green. Am happy to pay a good price for even dried-up containers. The ink comes in 2 fl.oz squat plastic bottles and on the label it reads "for calligraphic and fountain pens." Does anyone have some that they might part with? Please contact Kady at kdmd@cogeco.ca
Tuscan Art Tour, Tuscany, Sept 12th - 27th
Come and spend September 12th - 27th in Tuscany, Italy. Go on a art history walking tour, entry to the Ufizzi and San Marco museums, explore historic sites and the country side of Florence plus many other adventures, food and accommodations. The cost is $3300 Canadian and space is limited. To view photos and to download your registration, visit www.ursulamedley.com/tuscany.html or call Ursula at 604-487-4579.
Equine Plein Air Retreat, Cascade Mountains, July 25th - 29th
The BC Horse Vacations combines horseback riding in the Cascade Mountains, BC with plein air painting sessions. This unique event takes place from July 25th - 29th. This painting retreat has been created with the Equine artist in mind. This retreat offers the best in horseback riding complimented by the most creative places to work. To book this adventure or to find out more information visit, www.bchorsevacations.com or call 250-295-7432.
Seeking Artists, White Rock
The Artist Collective Eleven is seeking new creative spirits for their local art group. They meet at Whitbys Coffeehouse on Marine Drive in White Rock, BC on the second Tuesday of the month at 9am. Bring your ideas! (Parking is free until 10am). For further information, visit www.angelfire.com/art2/11creativeartist
Artwalk, Nelson
Come to Nelson, BC as the Nelson Artwalk celebrates 20 years! There will be opening receptions throughout the downtown core featuring 15 gallery venues. The opening night takes place on Friday, July 4th and Friday, August 8th from 6pm-9pm. There are walking maps and brochures available at the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce and various locations throughout Nelson. For further information, visit www.ndac.ca or call 250-352-2402.
Art Getaway Contest, BC
Van Dop Arts & Cultural Guide to British Columbia presents the Art of the Getaway Contest. Visit www.bhrbc.com/contest for your chance to enter to win a special getaway for one lucky winner to experience the breathtaking cultural sites and sounds of BC.
Fundraiser for Mermaid's Mug, Nanaimo BC
Come to the Gala Fundraiser for Mermaid's Mug at 357 Wesley Street in Nanaimo, BC on Friday, July 11th from 6pm-11pm. The tickets cost $35 and includes dinner, drinks, and live auction. To purchase your ticket and to show support, visit www.gypsymermaid.com or call 250-754-6693.
Craft Sale, Vancouver BC
In connection with Vancouver's Gay Pride Week, The Crafthouse Gallery is showing its rainbow colours with having almost all its work on sale for 25% off on Saturday, July 26th from 9am-6pm. The gallery is located at 1386 Cartright Street. For further information, visit www.cabc.net or call 604-687-7270.
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