2 Day sketching workshop with Matt [Tooninator] Boismier in Gibsons
Over two days you’ll explore high-level concepts:
✔ Mark-making techniques that feel alive
✔ Choosing tools that actually help you
✔ Drawing from life with purpose
✔ Confident linework (no wimpy strokes)
✔ Quick ideation & thumbnail sketching
✔ Simple perspective that actually works
✔ Compositional flow: tangents, eye movement, balance
✔ Avoiding the “symbols” trap
✔ Caricature & editorial impact
✔ Speed + intention
✔ Most importantly – how to convey feeling
This workshop is for anyone who wants to:
* Improve their sketching practice
* Learn foundations that empower creative growth
* Create stronger paintings through ideation
* Learn to self-critique
* Build confidence
A dynamic, multifaceted portrait of Sunshine Coast life in the Eve Smart Gallery, sparking conversation and reflection on memory, environment, and interpretation. United by place but distinct in perspective, each artist offers a unique interpretation of the Sunshine Coast’s iconic landscapes. Eva Taylor’s vivid acrylic landscapes capture the Coast’s energy and colour, Matthew Boismier’s evocative watercolours reflect the emotional tone of the environment, and Cambria Logan’s high contrast minimalism and use of a variety of mediums lend themselves to the creation of striking sculptural works. Together, these artists invite viewers to explore how a shared subject can be transformed through three artistic lenses.
Join us for the Opening Reception on Saturday, January 17th, 2pm – 4pm!
Join us for the Art Crawl at GPAG! For the first time ever, we are excited to be showing the work of 12 GPAG Member Artists throughout the Crawl. Featuring paintings in a variety of styles, photography, mixed media pieces, textiles, sculptures, and more, plus a gift shop featuring over 60 local artists, our busy location in the heart of Lower Gibsons is the place to be!
This year we are featuring the work of Corinne Barber, Tara Barker, Rose Clarke, Jane Covernton, Brian Cullen, Janice Edmonds, Emily Jew, Myron Jones, Sheri Peters, Charlene Stallard, Alan Sirulnikoff, and Jennie Tschoban. All 12 artists will be in attendance throughout the Crawl to meet with visitors and discuss their work. Learn more about their work at www.gpag.ca.
Looking for something to do on the Oct. 24th Pro-D Day? Join us for drop in creation stations with a variety of activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. We’ll be offering collage, origami, weaving, drawing, and more. Come try out a new craft with all the supplies you need already provided; and with no mess in your own home!
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is not required and entrance is by donation.
to June 22nd. Drawing from traditional Heiltsuk box designs, crest figures, and other Heiltsuk cosmologies, as well as from contemporary and western art traditions, Bradley Hunt presents a collection that represents the continued evolution of his career as a professional artist. Beginning his artistic career in 1965, Hunt spent time as a designer making silkscreen prints, before dedicating himself to learning the craft of carving wood and metals. Known for his large sculptures and cedar wall panels, Hunt has recently transitioned to painting on wood panels. Highlighting this new phase of his work, this exhibition features paintings and a variety of pen and ink or pencil drawings; as well as works by several of Hunt’s family members.
Join us for the Opening Reception on Sat. May 31st, 2pm – 4pm!
Time to get your Present Tense submissions ready! Drop off is June 19 – 22, 11AM – 4PM. The exhibition is on display June 26 – July 20.
Present Tense is an annual exhibition featuring the creative work of GPAG members. We are also partnering with the CCA’s Purple Banner Studio Program to highlight artists with studios available for visiting during the exhibition. We accept one artwork from every artist in any medium and style, as long as it adheres to our max. size restriction of 16″ x 20″. Find more info, guidelines, and entry forms online or in person at GPAG.
Interested in showing more of your work at GPAG? Members are also invited to submit up to six Tiny Artworks to our Members’ Tiny Exhibition on display in Joe’s Lounge during Present Tense.
Tuesdays June 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th, 6pm – 8pm. Join us with artist Bruce Edwards to learn Life Drawing techniques with a posing model in four fun sessions. Explore ways to deal with proportion, shading, and fundamental anatomy. A fun, relaxed, non-judgemental approach to this age-old practice. Cost: $120 includes all four workshops. Find more information and register online via EventBrite!
July 6– 8, 2022 | Wednesday – Friday; 10 – 3pm
Ages: 8-13, Max 12 participants
Cost: $140/$180 (Member/Non-Member)
Instructor: Bruce Edwards
This year we are delighted to offer 3 kid’s summer workshops, each combining art making with outdoor exploration. In the morning participants learn to weave, collage or paint led by a senior artist/teacher. In the afternoon, walks and discussions take over as we explore natural spaces near the Art Centre. Workshops run 10:00 – 3:00 each day, with a break provided for lunch. Participants must bring their own lunch, a water bottle and a mask if needed for any indoor activities.
July 6– 8, 2022 | Wednesday – Friday; 10 – 3pm
Ages: 8-13, Max 12 participants
Cost: $140/$180 (Member/Non-Member)
Instructor: Bruce Edwards
This year we are delighted to offer 3 kid’s summer workshops, each combining art making with outdoor exploration. In the morning participants learn to weave, collage or paint led by a senior artist/teacher. In the afternoon, walks and discussions take over as we explore natural spaces near the Art Centre. Workshops run 10:00 – 3:00 each day, with a break provided for lunch. Participants must bring their own lunch, a water bottle and a mask if needed for any indoor activities.
