It’s been a wonderful year! All GPAG members are invited to attend our AGM on Saturday, November 21, 2pm – 4pm at GPAG. RSVP online to submit your questions and receive our Annual Report and other documents ahead of time at www.gpag.ca/agm-2026. We hope you will join us!
Note: A special resolution to revise GPAG’s bylaws will be presented for approval. Please review it and the rationale behind the proposed changes online. Any questions? Just let us know by email at info@gpag.ca!
to Nov 22nd. Sai is a Korean word that describes a state of being existing between time, space, and relationships. It encompasses coexistence, interconnections, process, and the present as a constantly moving energy. This series documents Kim’s journey as an immigrant, reflecting the sense of disconnection experienced as a stranger in an unfamiliar place, cultural transition, and inner reflection.
Created with limited colours and simple lines, Kim’s illustrated diary distills her thoughts, emotions, and everyday experiences into a form of visual poetry. Presented for the first time in this exhibition, the diary series is reinterpreted through different materials, including paper, wood, and fabric. By translating the same images into these distinct mediums, Kim explores how their inherent material qualities and characteristics transform the images, opening up new visual possibilities and interpretations. While rooted in her own personal experiences, Sai touches on feelings and struggles that many of us share. Uncertainty, loneliness, impermanence, and the longing to belong are part of the human experience, especially in a world that is constantly changing. Through these works, viewers are invited to pause and reflect on their own sense of identity, their capacity to find their way through difficult times, and their search for belonging.
An exhibition on display in the Main Gallery Oct. 29th – Nov. 22nd. Join us for an Opening Reception on Saturday, October. 31st, 2pm – 4pm; and for a free workshop on Nov. 14th, 2pm – 3pm. Find more info and register for the workshop online. All are welcome!
to Nov 22nd. Created using the most elemental medium, Keillor’s black and white graphite drawings explore the relationship between human habitats and the immediate natural world; as well as the connections between modes of transportation and infrastructure, architecture, lifestyle, the economy, and the environment. These stylized depictions aim to instill elements of anticipation, mystery, contemplation, and celebration for the viewer. Pacific Graphite reflects Keillor’s fascination with interpreting our local region, from the historic and recent past to the present day. His work focuses on our local landscapes and seascapes, with architectural, urban, industrial, and recreational components.
Originally from Vancouver, Charles Keillor is a full time artist now based in Nanaimo. Working in graphite, the high contrast and monochromatic nature of Keillor’s drawings results in a palpable tension. In combination with this tension, the stylized trees and natural features of the landscape juxtaposed with urban or architectural elements creates a strong sense of place and time, grounding the viewer within the scene.
Join us for an Opening Reception on Saturday, Oct. 31st, 2pm – 4pm; and for a free Artist Talk on Sat. Nov. 7th, 2pm – 3pm. All are welcome to attend, no registration required!
to Nov 22nd. The Khutzeymateen Valley is Canada’s only grizzly bear sanctuary and the home of one of British Columbia’s most important populations of grizzly bears. Located on the northwest coast of BC, the Khutzeymateen is a stunning land of dense Sitka spruce rainforest, fjords, and high, rugged mountains. Created in 1992 after threats of logging and subsequent lobbying by environmentalists, the Khutzeymateen Park is a pristine wilderness that is home to a minimum of sixty grizzlies, perhaps the largest concentration of grizzlies on the entire BC coast; as well as to black bears, wolverines, wolves, mountain goats, otters, whales, and more. In 2024 Deb Willis travelled by float plane, and then by boat, to the Khutzeymateen Park, approximately 45km northeast of Prince Rupert. She then travelled on a small inflatable boat with seven other passengers and their guide into the southeastern end of the Khutzeymateen inlet to observe grizzlies on the shore as they moved through their daily lives eating, playing, sleeping, and mating at close range.
Grizzly bears are often portrayed in the media as aggressive, man-hunting, fear inspiring animals; these bears, however, present a completely different view. There are only two commercial operators allowed into the sanctuary, and visitation is strictly regulated in order to protect the park and its wildlife. The grizzlies in the Khutzeymateen Sanctuary have never had a negative interaction with a human, and they ignored the visitors’ presence completely, focusing instead on their usual daily activities. Through her artwork, Willis portrays these majestic animals in a new light, and raises awareness of how important it is to set aside lands where these animals can live without human conflict.
An exhibition on display in Joe’s Lounge Oct. 29th – Nov. 22nd. Join us for an Opening Reception on Saturday, October. 31st, 2pm – 4pm. All are welcome!
Join us at the Opening Reception of our newest exhibitions by Yeonmi Kim, Charles Keillor, and Deb Willis on Saturday, October 31st, 2pm – 4pm. All are welcome!
In the Main Gallery, Yeonmi Kim’s illustrated diary is transformed into an exhibition grappling with personal identity, reflecting on the sense of disconnection experienced as a stranger in an unfamiliar place, cultural transition, and inner reflection.
In the Eve Smart Gallery, Charles Keillor’s monochromatic graphite drawings explore the relationship between human habitats and the immediate natural world; as well as the connections between modes of transportation and infrastructure, architecture, lifestyle, the economy, and the environment.
In Joe’s Lounge, Deb Willis shares her experience travelling deep inside Canada’s only grizzly bear sanctuary, the Khutzeymateen Park north of Prince Rupert. Often portrayed as aggressive man-hunting animals, Willis sheds a new light, raising awareness of how important it is to set aside lands where these animals can live without human conflict.
Join us for a free Artist Talk on Saturday, November 7th, 2pm – 3pm. All are welcome, no registration required!
Created using the most elemental medium, Keillor’s black and white graphite drawings explore the relationship between human habitats and the immediate natural world; as well as the connections between modes of transportation and infrastructure, architecture, lifestyle, the economy, and the environment. Originally from Vancouver, Charles Keillor is a full time artist now based in Nanaimo. Keillor’s work is held in both private and corporate collections, and has been exhibited throughout the Lower Mainland, on Vancouver island, and at the Gibsons Public Art Gallery (2021). His exhibition, Pacific Graphite, is on display in the Eve Smart Gallery Oct. 29th – Nov. 22nd.
Join us for our biggest Art Crawl yet! We have invited 8 artists working in a variety of mediums and styles to exhibit their work during the Art Crawl; plus, over 60 local artists and artisans represented in our Gift Shop. Also on display is a collection of artwork from our Artwork Sales/Donation Program, available to purchase as a fundraiser for GPAG. Don’t miss your chance to see this collection!
Featured artists exhibiting their work include: Saskia Jetten, Nadina Tandy, Manon Staiger, Laurie MacHale, Hilary Moses, Crystal Boeur, denise allen and Allie Bartlett. Artists represented in our collection include Todd Clark, Don Jarvis, Robert Bateman, Andrea Pratt, George Pennier, Henry Standing Alone Niitsitaipoiyi, Peggy Small, Gordon Kit Thorne, Donna Balma, Patricia Richardson Logie, and Ed Hill.
Join us for our Art Sales/Donations Program & Crawl Reception, Fri. Oct. 23 5pm – 7pm! See our collection of donated works for sale and learn more about the program, plus enjoy and celebrate the Art Crawl at GPAG, featuring 8 local artists. Refreshments provided and all are welcome to attend!
Pictured: new additions to our Art Sales/Donation Program collection, which will be on display at GPAG for the very first time!
Join us for a talk with Dr. Rahul Gupta. This event is part of our Woodland Rhythms exhibition programming, is free to attend and all are welcome to join us!
In a world that often feels fast-paced and isolating, we easily forget that we are deeply woven into a vast, living ecosystem. This experiential talk invites us to slow down together and use the practice of mindfulness to tune into the immense, unwavering support of the natural world. Through gentle, sensory-focused awareness, we will explore feeling ourselves held by nature—from the steady grounding of the earth beneath our feet to the vital rhythm of the air we breathe. Leave this session with practical mindfulness tools to open our senses, orient to wonder, and tap into the restorative energy that the earth constantly and freely provides. Dr. Rahul Gupta is a local physician and mindfulness instructor supporting individuals and teams to cultivate compassionate self and situational awareness.
Join us with the Dee Brown Trio on Friday October 9th, 5pm – 7pm! Covering Blues, Rn’B, Country, Pop, and just a little bit of Rap, the Dee Brown Trio emerged on the coast music scene last year. With Boyd Norman on bass and vocals, Peter Hill on guitar and vocals, and Dee Brown on guitar, drums, and vocals, the Dee Brown Trio presents unique interpretations of past and present favourites. The concert supports the GPAG Building Repair Project. Seats are limited; get your tickets now online at www.gpag.ca/dee-brown-trio.
Boyd Norman is a phenomenal musician and actor, whose musical projects include Georgia Fats. A retired English teacher and playwright, Peter Hill is a stellar guitar player and slide guitar player. Dee Brown is a Gibsons based painter, writer, and musician known for her bluesy vocals and percussive guitar style.
Curious about how to use cold wax medium with oil paint? Join us on Tues. Oct. 6th, 10AM – 4PM, with exhibiting artist Kathy McKnight! There is a limit of 12 participants, so register now to save your seat!
Kathy’s style is abstract impressionism using oil mixed with cold wax medium for the unique effects it creates. She develops her paintings intuitively, with multiple layers utilizing the translucency of the oil & wax mixture. This style of painting brings complexity and depth to the work with visual and physical textures that she finds reminiscent of the natural world. In this one-day hands-on class Kathy will demonstrate the tools, and various techniques including solvent reduction and glazing, while you work along throughout the day in stages using the same materials and tools. You’ll leave the day with your own painting and an understanding of why cold wax medium is popular with so many artists. Painters of all levels, from beginners to advanced welcome! Find more information and register online via EventBrite.
Curious about how to use cold wax medium with oil paint? Join us on Tues. Oct. 13th, 10AM – 4PM, with exhibiting artist Sandy Kay! If you missed our last workshop with Sandy Kay, here’s another chance to experience this amazing way to paint with minimum commitment and maximum fun. There is a limit of 12 participants, so register now to save your seat!
Sandy’s paintings are informed by her emotional response to the natural world of forest and sea. She strives to create a feeling rather than a picture, to evoke a deeper emotional response in the viewer. In this one-day hands-on class artist Sandy Kay will demonstrate using the tools, how to blend, mix and layer the paints using cold wax medium, and why it’s a most intriguing, joyful (and easy) way to paint! Sandy will demonstrate in stages while you try this method throughout the day using the same materials and tools. You will leave with your own original fall-themed painting and confidence creating your artwork. This workshop will introduce her latest techniques in tools, glazing, solvent reduction, lifework, and working in a limited palette, and is for painters of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Find more information and register online via EventBrite.
to Oct 25th. In fragments of memories, curiosities and dreams, Nadina Tandy’s new work “Monopoly” invites us to travel into new worlds. Worlds made of mythologies and maps, and specimens and memories, gathered joyfully together on paper and sculpture. Collage becomes storytelling – disorienting stories, humorous ones, strange collections – wunderkammer – a glimpse into wonder. An exhibition on display in Joe’s Lounge from September 18th – October 25th, 2026.
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 throughout North America and Europe. Her work has been featured in print and on television and radio and she has also produced artwork for several book covers. She has produced and hosted cable TV shows and various info spots for CBC Television. She lives and works on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia.
Join us for the Opening Reception on Saturday, September 26th, 2pm – 4pm. All are welcome!
Join us for free live music from 1pm – 3pm on Sunday Sept. 27th, Oct. 4th, and Oct. 18th!
Presented as part of our Woodland Rhythms exhibition by Sandy Kay and Kathy McKnight. In their exhibition Sandy Kay and Kathy McKnight weave a rich tapestry of perception, where the boundary between visual art, musical expression, and natural landscape dissolves into a singular, evocative experience. Free to attend and all are welcome, no registration required.
Join us for a free Artist Talk on Saturday, October 3rd, 2pm – 3pm with Sandy Kay and Kathy McKnight. All are welcome!
Sharing a profound connection to the coastal forests, Sandy Kay and Kathy McKnight are abstract impressionist painters working primarily in oil and cold wax. Their complementary approaches unite in a celebration of the coastal woodland, blending their unique personal visions with a shared artistic language. Sandy Kay and Kathy McKnight are both Sunshine Coast artists working primarily in oil and cold wax. Together they weave a rich tapestry of perception, where the boundary between visual art, musical expression, and natural landscape dissolves into a singular, evocative experience.
Join us for the opening receptions of our newest exhibitions, Woodland Rhythms by Sandy Kay & Kathy McKnight and Monopoly by Nadina Tandy, from 2pm – 4pm on Saturday September 26th. All are welcome!
In the Main and Eve Smart Galleries, Woodland Rhythms features oil and cold wax paintings that create a sensory echo of the woodlands where perception blurs and transforms. Kay and McKnight’s complementary approaches unite in a celebration of the coastal woodland, blending their unique personal visions with a shared artistic language.
In Joe’s Lounge, Nadina Tandy’s Monopoly invites us to travel into new worlds. Worlds made of mythologies and maps, and specimens and memories, gathered joyfully together on paper and sculpture. Collage becomes storytelling – disorienting stories, humorous ones, strange collections – wunderkammer – a glimpse into wonder.
September 24th to Oct 18th. Inviting the viewer to slow down and breathe deeply, feel the movement of light, and hear the lyricism and rhythmic flow of the paintings on display, Woodland Rhythms creates a sensory echo of the woodlands where perception blurs and transforms. Sharing a profound connection to the coastal forests, Sandy Kay and Kathy McKnight are abstract impressionist painters working primarily in oil and cold wax. Their complementary approaches unite in a celebration of the coastal woodland, blending their unique personal visions with a shared artistic language. Extending beyond the canvas this exhibition offers a variety of immersive events, from an opening reception featuring live music that will echo the paintings’ inherent musicality to workshops, artist talks, a concert series, and a sound bath. Find more information about these events online at www.gpag.ca.
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