Thursday, April 18th, 12pm – 3pm. Free and open to all, no preregistration required!
Exhibiting artist Eleanor Hannan of Stories From Skins and Skirts will be in attendance in the Main Gallery, Thursday, April 18th 12noon – 3pm to meet visitors, answer questions and offer a free demonstration. Eleanor will be demonstrating how she incorporates narrative in her textiles, via stitching, applique and painting. Come and meet Eleanor and bring your questions. Free and open to all.
April 19 – May 11, 2024
Reception + Artist Talk: Friday, April 19th at 5pm
This series recreates mythological and religious figures as modern people of diverse backgrounds. These models are security guards, baristas, artists, computer programmers, and entrepreneurs, but in these paintings they become god-like. Each work attempts to match each model to different iconic figures based on a moment of perceived similarity, while also deliberately mismatching the models in other aspects of their visual characteristics, such as their perceived racial identity, or biological sex.
to Apr 28. “Seeing the Unseen” in Joe’s Lounge merges the elements often overlooked in nature with the artist’s imaginative faculties to create vivid storytelling. Sirota’s work begins with a thorough combing of the beaches of Gibsons, searching for the perfect surface to use as a guide. Using the naturally occurring patterns and markings on rocks and driftwood, the concepts of external objects not present to the senses are dictated. Sirota’s work is equal parts nature and artistic intervention, combining the natural with the surreal without taking away from the beauty of natural objects. “Seeing the Unseen” urges the viewer to look closer, allowing themselves to fall deep into a dream-like world.
to Apr 28. Reflections by Sibeal Foyle weaves together storytelling, memory, and reflection through line, colour, and movement, navigating the figurative and abstract. Her paintings in the Main Gallery convey to the viewer our own memories and experiences of nature. Foyle’s artworks act as a bridge between our tangible reality and the intangible realm of emotions, leaving room for the viewer to interpret their own layers of meaning. Abstract expressions transcend literal representation, tapping into universal human connections to nature and creating a symphony of sensations and reflections. The timeless celebration of both shared human experience and nature’s enduring beauty is captured in Foyle’s work.
Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, April 6th, 2pm – 4pm. All are welcome!
to Apr 28. “Seeing the Unseen” in Joe’s Lounge merges the elements often overlooked in nature with the artist’s imaginative faculties to create vivid storytelling. Sirota’s work begins with a thorough combing of the beaches of Gibsons, searching for the perfect surface to use as a guide. Using the naturally occurring patterns and markings on rocks and driftwood, the concepts of external objects not present to the senses are dictated. Sirota’s work is equal parts nature and artistic intervention, combining the natural with the surreal without taking away from the beauty of natural objects. “Seeing the Unseen” urges the viewer to look closer, allowing themselves to fall deep into a dream-like world.
Capturing West Coast Serenity on canvas. Craig invites you to unwind and embrace the beauty that surrounds us.
Reception: Saturday May 4th 6-8pm
to April 13, 2024
Artwork Pickup + Reception: Saturday April 13, 2024 NOON – 2PM
We are delighted to support young artists in our community, and proud to continue the annual Young Artists Exhibition, which was initiated in 1988. Entries often include paintings, drawings, mixed-media, and 3-dimensional work. Over the years, we have seen participants in these exhibitions go on to higher education and careers in the arts. All artists receive a small gift encouraging their continued creativity, as well as feedback and encouragement from a panel of working artists on the Coast.
This year we are introducing a new theme to inspire our local youth: The Salish Sea.
What does the Salish Sea mean to you? How do we connect with the sea?
Artwork Pickup + Reception
We are delighted to support young artists in our community, and proud to continue the annual Young Artists Exhibition, which was initiated in 1988. Entries often include paintings, drawings, mixed-media, and 3-dimensional work. Over the years, we have seen participants in these exhibitions go on to higher education and careers in the arts. All artists receive a small gift encouraging their continued creativity, as well as feedback and encouragement from a panel of working artists on the Coast.
This year’s theme, The Salish Sea.
What does the Salish Sea mean to you? What can you find in the deep sea, on the shoreline, on the surf
Join us during our Youth Shout Out Exhibition on Wednesday, March 20th 2pm – 3pm at GPAG to learn how to make your own artist trading cards (ATCs) with local ATC artist Nadina Tandy. The workshop is free and pre-registration is not required. Drop in, make, and trade, or bring your ready-made cards in on the day. This workshop/demo is open to all; kids under 12 require parents/supervision please.
Artist Trading Cards (ATC’s) are miniature pieces of art that are traded for free all around the world! There’s only one rule: the size of the card must be 2.5” x 3.5”. Otherwise, anything goes: you can draw, collage, paint on the cards… just make them, sign and date the back, and trade them with other artists.
We’re pleased to present exhibiting artist Tam Harrington at GPAG on International Women’s Day, Friday, March 8, 4:30pm – 5:30pm for a slide show and talk about her exhibition, Fashion a Complex Relationship, running until March 10. Through her work, Tam has focused on various eras and specific women who made an impact to change the lives and empowerment of all women — women who have influenced and inspired her on a personal level and for her own style expression. Please join us for what promises to be a lively discussion!
This event is free and open for all to attend. Preregistration is not required. Enjoy!
This is a rare opportunity to experience the beauty and depth of one of India’s most profound dance forms – Bharatanatyam – presented by one of BC’s leading practitioners of the art, Sujit Vaidya. The performance will be enhanced by the presence of a live ensemble of musicians, featuring Ramya Kapadia (vocal), Raman Kalyan (flute), Curtis Andrews (mridangam) and special guest from India, Vaidya’s guru/teacher A. Lakshmanaswamy performing the role of the nattuvanar (conductor of the ensemble and recitation of rhythmic dance compositions). This eagerly anticipated event promises to transport audiences to the heart of India’s rich artistic heritage through the captivating art form of Bharatanatyam.
Adjudicated event open to the public.
To register or view more information Visit http://www.coastaldancefestival.com/
By donation
This gathering is more than just a meet-and-greet; it’s a chance to delve into the world of fine printing. Whether you’re new to art printing or a seasoned professional, this evening has something for everyone.
🎨 Explore Our New Printery:
– See our state-of-the-art equipment
– Learn about fast turnaround times and our commitment to local artists
– Receive a discount card for your future printing needs
Ed Hill: Special Guest
– Gain valuable insights as Ed Hill shares tips and tricks for retail success while staying true to your artistic integrity.
This is your opportunity to connect with fellow artists, ask questions about the printing process, and see how we can help bring your masterpieces to life.
Let’s celebrate art and community together. We can’t wait to see you there!
Fragile, intelligent and persistent, nature can teach us about survival as we look into deep time in both the past and future. With climate change and the global environmental crisis, Suffidy’s work is an expression of hope, illustrating the resiliency of ancient flora and fauna lineages. Sculptural carved paintings and the drawings derived from them represent these ancient species, which are simultaneously ancient fossils, contemporary objects, and artifacts for the future.
Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, February 17th, 2 pm – 4 pm. All are welcome!
In celebration of Black History Month, Distant Shores New Horizons tells of the artist’s journey from Africa to England to the prairies of Canada, ending with her settling on Canada’s west coast. Told through landscapes and seascapes, Ezmina Samaroo’s exhibition illustrates what it is like to leave behind all that is familiar to arrive at distant shores. The movement of peoples is a complex story, shared by immigrants, refugees and enslaved peoples of the world. Through Samaroo’s lens, it is a story not of despair and fear, but of courage, resolve and determination. An exhibition in Joe’s Lounge.
Reflections Of Spain. An evening of Classical Guitar. Enjoy music from Spain including Albeniz and Sanz De La Maza, Villa Lobos and Machado from Brazil and more.
Jan 19 & 20. The Sunshine Coast’s BELT band is buckling up for two shows featuring epic rock at the Heritage Playhouse in Gibsons.
The BELT youth rock band — which had its debut at Rogue Fest last summer — is redefining grunge and progressive rock for a new generation.
BELT is Julian Bailey, Brielle Taylor, Jack Davis and Joshua Paolozza: all Coast teens who weave deep meaning into lavish melodies, blurring thematic boundaries and crossing musical borders.
See BELT in action on the band’s web page: https://beltitout.ca.
Tickets ($25) are available at Strait Music in Sechelt, online at https://tickets.beltitout.ca and in-person (cash only) at the door. Both shows start at 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays, 10am-2pm. With a variety of vibrant local vendors.
