Enjoy a night of Tropical Tiki Adventure with Chef Heidi, aka Gidget.
Chef Heidi Murphy—co-owner of The Shameful Tiki Room and founder of El Segundo—invites guests to a Demo & Dine that dives headfirst into the era of old-school tiki. Expect bamboo bar energy. Layered flavours. Big garnishes. Dim lights. Storytelling through food. This evening showcases bold, nostalgic, flavour-forward bites inspired by the golden era of tiki, crafted with fresh ingredients from Fong’s Market and executed with chef-level precision.
Guests will experience:
• Tiki-inspired appetizers with depth, spice, and just enough indulgence
• Rum-driven cocktails featuring dramatic garnish techniques
• Hosting tips to create a personal tropical hideaway
• Styling inspiration that leans retro — not tacky
This is escapism done right. A little theatrical. A little cheeky. Fully intentional.
For anyone who has ever wanted to host something that feels more like a secret club than a summer BBQ, this is the night.
Come hungry. Come curious. Let Gidget handle the rest.
Tickets are $75 plus tax and include a welcome drink and dinner. Additional drinks will be available for purchase.
Limited seats available—reserve early to secure your spot!
WHEN: Friday, March 20
TIME: 5:30 – 7:30 pm
WHERE: Community Kitchen, Level 1
TICKETS AND MORE INFO: www.gibsonspublicmarket.com
With formal training in graphic design inspired his love of typography but was also influenced by hands-on learning of early letterpress printing methods.
This was followed by a stint as a typesetter in a small letterpress shop where he was tasked with handsetting and casting hot metal type on Ludlow linecasting equipment, as well as assembling my forms for the presses. This first hand exposure would bring about a transformative change in his career when, after 20+ years of designing with type by digital means would come full circle and return to analog methods for arranging type for the page.
Saskia Jetten is a contemporary fine artist and expert printmaker who gratefully resides in the swiya of the shíshálh Nation where she operates a printshop and artist studio. Her work is rooted in drawing and printmaking and internationally acclaimed for an explorative character. Her work touches on themes related to theatre, identity, and interpersonal relationships.
Saskia uses a wide range of printmaking techniques both in her creative process as well as for production of works like prints, installations and (stop-motion) animation. Her series of unique hand printed shawls and scarves as well as her hand bound books balance on the threshold of fine and applied arts.
Jennifer is currently exploring the layered, shifting meanings of home and belonging in her work. Home is often thought of as a fixed place, yet for many it is fluid, fragile, carried within or extending into the natural world. As an artist and workshop instructor for over 40 years, Jennifer’s journey has involved constant learning and evolution.
Vancouver-born Nadina Tandy (1962) has extensive experience in varied aspects of art and culture, since 1988. She earned a Fine Arts diploma from Langara College (Vancouver) and studied drawing and painting at Emily Carr University of Art + Design (Vancouver). She also completed photography certificate studies at Concordia University (Montreal). Tandy has a broad exhibition history and her works are part of private and public collections.
On Saturday, September 27th, 1pm – 3pm, exhibiting artist Andrea Pratt will be here at GPAG to paint and to answer questions about her work. Stop by for a chat, learn more about her process, and see her techniques at work.
Reflecting the spiritual power of the forest and its crucial connection to us, Andrea Pratt’s exhibition Ecotherapy in the Eve Smart Gallery features abstract oil paintings exploring and reflecting on the sacred and intangible aspects of our local forest ecosystem. This exhibition includes Pratt’s signature work, best described as a fusion of abstraction, folk art, and landscape, as well as a new series moving towards pure abstraction in her landscapes.
Join GPAG exhibiting artist Tiko Kerr for a very special workshop on collage. This will be an introduction into exploring the possibilities of how chance, accidents and finesse can be utilized in creating abstract composition. All participants will come away with a deeper understanding of paper-cut collage under the guidance of Tiko. Materials will be supplied. Just bring your creativity and an open mind!
Find more information and register online via EventBrite.
Teryl Mullock will demonstrate an innovative method of making mixed media art that is informed by process and discovery. He will demonstrate techniques, explore the properties of materials that he normally uses, and will quickly touch on how and why he developed this way of working. All are welcome to join us!
Experiment with creating layers, collage, and a variety of mixed media in a process of adding and subtracting while following your intuitive voice and nurturing creative freedom in this two-session workshop on Sept. 24th and Oct. 1st, 1pm – 4pm both days.
Practice a variety of techniques, such as making tissue papers with acrylic ink and paint; working in layers with pastel, pencil, collage and paint to create depth; using glazing gloss medium to create translucent layers; the process of adding and subtracting; working with under paintings, light, focal point and intuition to create something unique; and gaining confidence using stencils and working in layers. Tickets: $110, with a 10% discount for GPAG Members; plus supply fee payable to instructor. Max capacity: 12 people.
