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Invigorated – A Collection of New Works
Feel INVIGORATED by the New Year, and new works of Art. The Vernon Community Arts Centre features a collection of new works by local artists. The intention behind the show is to symbolize the prospect of spring, clean slates, fresh starts, new visions, and renewed energy.
Exhibit runs January 7 to 31, 2022 - Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am to 9pm, Fridays & Saturdays, 9am to 5pm. Entry is free. Donations welcomed.
Invigorated – A Collection of New Works
Feel INVIGORATED by the New Year, and new works of Art. The Vernon Community Arts Centre features a collection of new works by local artists. The intention behind the show is to symbolize the prospect of spring, clean slates, fresh starts, new visions, and renewed energy.
Exhibit runs January 7 to 31, 2022 - Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am to 9pm, Fridays & Saturdays, 9am to 5pm. Entry is free. Donations welcomed.
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What Feeds Me – by SD22
Gallery Vertigo is proud to present the SD22 High School exhibit "What Feeds Me." The schools participating are Clarence Fulton, Kalamalka, Vernon Secondary and W.L. Seaton. The exhibit runs from January 11 to 29.
"What Feeds Me" has a literal interpretation: what does your body require physically to continue to grow and survive. It can also be thought of figuratively. This figurative, more sophisticated interpretation of "What Feeds Me" is the most straightforward way to state what the students were encouraged to pursue and express for this project. You will see those expressions presented in a variety of mediums.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4pm
What Feeds Me – by SD22
Gallery Vertigo is proud to present the SD22 High School exhibit "What Feeds Me." The schools participating are Clarence Fulton, Kalamalka, Vernon Secondary and W.L. Seaton. The exhibit runs from January 11 to 29.
"What Feeds Me" has a literal interpretation: what does your body require physically to continue to grow and survive. It can also be thought of figuratively. This figurative, more sophisticated interpretation of "What Feeds Me" is the most straightforward way to state what the students were encouraged to pursue and express for this project. You will see those expressions presented in a variety of mediums.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4pm
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Something Is Rotten- Variation Hamlétique
Something Is Rotten- Variation Hamlétique
Two performers in 57 minutes flat, play the tragic story of the Prince of Denmark with the help of a barbecue fork, a kettle, a rose, a ball of wool ... and chalk. This Fringe theatre performance has many twists and turns, the laughs and blood flows freely and winks to American cinema abound, from The Exorcist to the Godfather.
Tickets available through ticketseller.ca or by calling 250-549-SHOW (7469)
Something Is Rotten- Variation Hamlétique
Something Is Rotten- Variation Hamlétique
Two performers in 57 minutes flat, play the tragic story of the Prince of Denmark with the help of a barbecue fork, a kettle, a rose, a ball of wool ... and chalk. This Fringe theatre performance has many twists and turns, the laughs and blood flows freely and winks to American cinema abound, from The Exorcist to the Godfather.
Tickets available through ticketseller.ca or by calling 250-549-SHOW (7469)
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Steve Scott – From The Void
Steve Scott's creations of “From the Void” are inspired by ancient depictions of deities, martyrs and the struggles between monsters, demons and gods placed upon unearthly planes of existence.
Creating his own Mythical heroes, villains and entities within limitless expanses that are both infinite and intentionally sparse, inviting the viewer to glimpse at alternate realities of potential futures and undiscovered pasts, blending antiquity with imagination. Click on event for more details.
Hidden Spirits – by Coralee Miller
Hidden Spirits, by Coral Miller, consists of works inspired by traditional Sylix/Okanagan Oral Stories. Connecting Coralee’s daily life and environment through cultural perspectives and sharing integral teachings of bravery, forgiveness, responsibility and transformation. As a Sylix/Okanagan woman and a member of the Westbank First Nation. She is working as a guide at the Sncewips Heritage Museum, where she is able to further her passion for storytelling, culture and art. Click on event for more details.
Hidden Spirits – by Coralee Miller
Hidden Spirits, by Coral Miller, consists of works inspired by traditional Sylix/Okanagan Oral Stories. Connecting Coralee’s daily life and environment through cultural perspectives and sharing integral teachings of bravery, forgiveness, responsibility and transformation. As a Sylix/Okanagan woman and a member of the Westbank First Nation. She is working as a guide at the Sncewips Heritage Museum, where she is able to further her passion for storytelling, culture and art. Click on event for more details.
UBCO Permanent Collection – Ramble On
Kicking off the New Year at VPAG will be the exhibition “RAMBLE ON” featuring selected works from UBCO’s Public Collection, one of the region’s largest public art assemblies, with a focus on Canadian contemporary art and the Okanagan’s emerging local artistry. This exhibition will be providing viewers with insight towards a variety of different artists, their practices and the various media used to create thought-provoking, insightful works. Click on event for more details.
UBCO Permanent Collection – Ramble On
Kicking off the New Year at VPAG will be the exhibition “RAMBLE ON” featuring selected works from UBCO’s Public Collection, one of the region’s largest public art assemblies, with a focus on Canadian contemporary art and the Okanagan’s emerging local artistry. This exhibition will be providing viewers with insight towards a variety of different artists, their practices and the various media used to create thought-provoking, insightful works. Click on event for more details.
Steve Scott – From The Void
Steve Scott's creations of “From the Void” are inspired by ancient depictions of deities, martyrs and the struggles between monsters, demons and gods placed upon unearthly planes of existence.
Creating his own Mythical heroes, villains and entities within limitless expanses that are both infinite and intentionally sparse, inviting the viewer to glimpse at alternate realities of potential futures and undiscovered pasts, blending antiquity with imagination. Click on event for more details.
Opening Reception VPAG
Opening Reception VPAG
The Vernon Public Art Gallery is opening with four simultaneous new exhibitions on January 20th 2022
Featuring a selection of works from UBCO’s Public Collection: Ramble On. Consisting of over 700 pieces of Canadian and international art and artifacts; Sylix/Okanagan artist Coral Miller’s: Hidden Spirits. Works that mean to teach integral cultural beliefs of responsibility, bravery, forgiveness and transformation; Steve Scott's: From the Void. Comprised of Illustrations heavily influenced by the ancient arts and myths, as well as science fiction stories. And last but not least, the KAMA? Collective: Unsettle the Settler: Dismantling Systemic Oppression. Composed of Okanagan Nation's established and emerging artists who have joined together to advocate aboriginal interdisciplinary and multimedia arts development promotion.
Opening Reception VPAG
Opening Reception VPAG
The Vernon Public Art Gallery is opening with four simultaneous new exhibitions on January 20th 2022
Featuring a selection of works from UBCO’s Public Collection: Ramble On. Consisting of over 700 pieces of Canadian and international art and artifacts; Sylix/Okanagan artist Coral Miller’s: Hidden Spirits. Works that mean to teach integral cultural beliefs of responsibility, bravery, forgiveness and transformation; Steve Scott's: From the Void. Comprised of Illustrations heavily influenced by the ancient arts and myths, as well as science fiction stories. And last but not least, the KAMA? Collective: Unsettle the Settler: Dismantling Systemic Oppression. Composed of Okanagan Nation's established and emerging artists who have joined together to advocate aboriginal interdisciplinary and multimedia arts development promotion.
Learn & Connect: Deconstructing the Doctrine of Discovery
Learn & Connect: Deconstructing the Doctrine of Discovery
Learn + Connect is a free online program that has been developed so participants can explore colonial perspectives of history, reflect on how that influences our understanding and actions, and discuss ways we can move forward. This session will look at the Doctrine of Discovery through the lens of a film put out by the Anglican Church* about the devastating ruling by Pope Alexander VI that decreed that any land inhabited by Indigenous Peoples was declared “empty” and the inhabitants “non-human”. “Doctrine of Discovery: Stolen Land, Strong Hearts” will be the foundation of our enquiry into how this centuries old document continues to profoundly – and negatively – impact Indigenous people today. Click on event for ticket link.
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Okanagan Symphony Orchestra presents “ROMP & REPOSE”
Okanagan Symphony Orchestra presents “ROMP & REPOSE”
We welcome the new year juxtaposing music of fresh exuberance and quiet contemplation, shining the spotlight on our own OSO musicians. Enjoy this rare opportunity to hear our own Karmen Doucette as she shares the beauty of the bassoon, a most distinctive and enigmatic instrument. Click for more details.
Okanagan Symphony Orchestra presents “ROMP & REPOSE”
Okanagan Symphony Orchestra presents “ROMP & REPOSE”
We welcome the new year juxtaposing music of fresh exuberance and quiet contemplation, shining the spotlight on our own OSO musicians. Enjoy this rare opportunity to hear our own Karmen Doucette as she shares the beauty of the bassoon, a most distinctive and enigmatic instrument. Click for more details.
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Okanagan Woodcarvers – Weekly Group
Okanagan Woodcarvers – Weekly Group
Meet the Okanagan Woodcarvers! Established in 1995, the North Okanagan Woodcarvers are made up of a group of over 40 local carving enthusiasts. The Carver’s skills range from beginner to advanced, and they meet regularly to share ideas, learn from one another, and socialize in a relaxed and casual setting.
Meetings occur every Tuesday between 1:00 and 4:00pm at the Vernon Community Arts Centre, from January to May, and September to November.
If you are interested in learning more about this group, stop by the Arts Centre and say hello!
Okanagan Woodcarvers – Weekly Group
Okanagan Woodcarvers – Weekly Group
Meet the Okanagan Woodcarvers! Established in 1995, the North Okanagan Woodcarvers are made up of a group of over 40 local carving enthusiasts. The Carver’s skills range from beginner to advanced, and they meet regularly to share ideas, learn from one another, and socialize in a relaxed and casual setting.
Meetings occur every Tuesday between 1:00 and 4:00pm at the Vernon Community Arts Centre, from January to May, and September to November.
If you are interested in learning more about this group, stop by the Arts Centre and say hello!
Okanagan Woodcarvers – Weekly Group
Okanagan Woodcarvers – Weekly Group
Meet the Okanagan Woodcarvers! Established in 1995, the North Okanagan Woodcarvers are made up of a group of over 40 local carving enthusiasts. The Carver’s skills range from beginner to advanced, and they meet regularly to share ideas, learn from one another, and socialize in a relaxed and casual setting.
Meetings occur every Tuesday between 1:00 and 4:00pm at the Vernon Community Arts Centre, from January to May, and September to November.
If you are interested in learning more about this group, stop by the Arts Centre and say hello!
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International Women’s Day Poetry Contest
Write a poem celebrating a woman or women and their achievements. It could be about a woman you know and admire or about an internationally famous woman. It might be a woman who has overcome everyday challenges or flown into space.There are two categories of entrants: Grades K to 7, and all other ages. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded on March 8th, International Women’s Day.
For more details, visit the CFUW website - click event for link.
International Women’s Day Poetry Contest
Write a poem celebrating a woman or women and their achievements. It could be about a woman you know and admire or about an internationally famous woman. It might be a woman who has overcome everyday challenges or flown into space.There are two categories of entrants: Grades K to 7, and all other ages. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded on March 8th, International Women’s Day.
For more details, visit the CFUW website - click event for link.
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Family Saturdays – Styrofoam Monoprints
Family Saturdays – Styrofoam Monoprints
Family Saturdays at the VPAG take place on the last Saturday of each month with an art project suitable for little kids and big kids alike. This month we will start our session off by engaging with artworks in our exhibition derived from UBCO’s permanent collection. Inspired by the variety of works in the exhibition, specifically the prints, we will head to the classroom and learn about the monoprinting process and make our own relief prints using materials such as styrofoam, brayers, and printmaking ink. • $5/members • $9/non-members. Click on event for more details.
Family Saturdays – Styrofoam Monoprints
Family Saturdays – Styrofoam Monoprints
Family Saturdays at the VPAG take place on the last Saturday of each month with an art project suitable for little kids and big kids alike. This month we will start our session off by engaging with artworks in our exhibition derived from UBCO’s permanent collection. Inspired by the variety of works in the exhibition, specifically the prints, we will head to the classroom and learn about the monoprinting process and make our own relief prints using materials such as styrofoam, brayers, and printmaking ink. • $5/members • $9/non-members. Click on event for more details.
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Mini Artists – Styrofoam Monoprints
Mini Artists – Styrofoam Monoprints
Vernon Public Art Gallery invites you to bring your little ones under the age of 5 to explore art making on the last Monday of every month. This month we will start our session off by engaging with artworks in our exhibition derived from UBCO’s permanent collection. Inspired by the variety of works in the exhibition, specifically the prints, we will head to the classroom and learn about the monoprinting process and make our own relief prints using materials such as styrofoam, brayers, and printmaking ink.
Pre-register by emailing [email protected]
Mini Artists – Styrofoam Monoprints
Mini Artists – Styrofoam Monoprints
Vernon Public Art Gallery invites you to bring your little ones under the age of 5 to explore art making on the last Monday of every month. This month we will start our session off by engaging with artworks in our exhibition derived from UBCO’s permanent collection. Inspired by the variety of works in the exhibition, specifically the prints, we will head to the classroom and learn about the monoprinting process and make our own relief prints using materials such as styrofoam, brayers, and printmaking ink.
Pre-register by emailing [email protected]
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Seed by Seed Art Show
Gallery Vertigo proudly presents the results of the collaborative efforts of over 25 local artists in an installation entitled Seed by Seed. Artists were invited to repurpose satellite dishes destined for the landfill and turn them into works of art representing the vibrancy, resilience, and light of the Sunflower. The artists, using the medium of their choice, displayed their sunflowers in a variety of ways, which has adorned the walls of the gallery with the hope of renewal, strength, and sunshine. Gallery Hours, Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4:00pm.
Click on event to a see a listing of participating artists.
Fibre and Fotos, by Emily Fraser
Gallery Vertigo is proud to introduce M. Emily Fraser as their featured member for the month of February.
Emily has been a photographer all her life and encouraged to revel and wonder at all that can be found in the natural world. Colour, light, lines, shapes and all the interactions in nature fuel her wonder and delight. She loves capturing that wonder with her camera and ‘building’ art with fabric, fibre, paper, clay on their own or together. The patterns and texture found in our surroundings encourage simply “ messing about” with recycled and found fibre of all kinds. It has proven to be the perfect vehicle to create art that can suggest or representative scenes or simply inspire abstract creations.
Emily Fraser's work will be showing in Gallery Vertigo's Judith Jurica Gallery.
The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 4:00pm.
Fibre and Fotos, by Emily Fraser
Gallery Vertigo is proud to introduce M. Emily Fraser as their featured member for the month of February.
Emily has been a photographer all her life and encouraged to revel and wonder at all that can be found in the natural world. Colour, light, lines, shapes and all the interactions in nature fuel her wonder and delight. She loves capturing that wonder with her camera and ‘building’ art with fabric, fibre, paper, clay on their own or together. The patterns and texture found in our surroundings encourage simply “ messing about” with recycled and found fibre of all kinds. It has proven to be the perfect vehicle to create art that can suggest or representative scenes or simply inspire abstract creations.
Emily Fraser's work will be showing in Gallery Vertigo's Judith Jurica Gallery.
The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 4:00pm.
Seed by Seed Art Show
Gallery Vertigo proudly presents the results of the collaborative efforts of over 25 local artists in an installation entitled Seed by Seed. Artists were invited to repurpose satellite dishes destined for the landfill and turn them into works of art representing the vibrancy, resilience, and light of the Sunflower. The artists, using the medium of their choice, displayed their sunflowers in a variety of ways, which has adorned the walls of the gallery with the hope of renewal, strength, and sunshine. Gallery Hours, Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4:00pm.
Click on event to a see a listing of participating artists.
Okanagan Woodcarvers – Weekly Group
Okanagan Woodcarvers – Weekly Group
Meet the Okanagan Woodcarvers! Established in 1995, the North Okanagan Woodcarvers are made up of a group of over 40 local carving enthusiasts. The Carver’s skills range from beginner to advanced, and they meet regularly to share ideas, learn from one another, and socialize in a relaxed and casual setting.
Meetings occur every Tuesday between 1:00 and 4:00pm at the Vernon Community Arts Centre, from January to May, and September to November.
If you are interested in learning more about this group, stop by the Arts Centre and say hello!
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Deconstructing the Doctrine of Discovery
Deconstructing the Doctrine of Discovery
The second session in the Learn + Connect series, invites participants back to a discussion about the Doctrine of Discovery to explore themes around land theft, genocide and personal responsibility towards reconciliation.
The Doctrine of Discovery was a late-medieval philosophy that was used to justify imperialist ventures and legitimize the colonization of Indigenous peoples in various regions around the world. The centuries old document informed Canada’s earliest European explorers, and continues to profoundly – and negatively – impact Indigenous people today.
Click on event for ticket link.
Deconstructing the Doctrine of Discovery
Deconstructing the Doctrine of Discovery
The second session in the Learn + Connect series, invites participants back to a discussion about the Doctrine of Discovery to explore themes around land theft, genocide and personal responsibility towards reconciliation.
The Doctrine of Discovery was a late-medieval philosophy that was used to justify imperialist ventures and legitimize the colonization of Indigenous peoples in various regions around the world. The centuries old document informed Canada’s earliest European explorers, and continues to profoundly – and negatively – impact Indigenous people today.
Click on event for ticket link.
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Vernon Winter Carnival
Celebrate Vernon's 62nd Annual Winter Carnival! In-person events are back along with some new and exciting features to the festival. This year features over 150 events - the most events ever registered for Vernon Winter Carnival. Event tickets can be purchased online at vernonwintercarnival.com/events by phone at 250-545-2236 or in person from the Vernon Winter Carnival Office - 3401 -35th Ave. Click on event for more details.
Vernon Winter Carnival
Celebrate Vernon's 62nd Annual Winter Carnival! In-person events are back along with some new and exciting features to the festival. This year features over 150 events - the most events ever registered for Vernon Winter Carnival. Event tickets can be purchased online at vernonwintercarnival.com/events by phone at 250-545-2236 or in person from the Vernon Winter Carnival Office - 3401 -35th Ave. Click on event for more details.
The Art of Black and White
Photographer Dominic Rouse once said, “Colour is everything, black and white is more.”
Find out what happens when artists cast aside their colour palettes. The Vernon Community Arts Centre invited 2D and 3D artists to express their creative visions focusing on the visual power of black and white. Creating in black and white encourages the artist to concentrate on composition, value, lighting, and form, and to focus on the image or subject. It can also be a powerful way to express emotion or draw importance through symbolism.
The exhibit runs from February 4th to the 28th, and is open 6 days a week. Mon-Thurs 9-9, Fri-Sat, 9-5.
Admission Free. Donations Welcome.
The Art of Black and White
Photographer Dominic Rouse once said, “Colour is everything, black and white is more.”
Find out what happens when artists cast aside their colour palettes. The Vernon Community Arts Centre invited 2D and 3D artists to express their creative visions focusing on the visual power of black and white. Creating in black and white encourages the artist to concentrate on composition, value, lighting, and form, and to focus on the image or subject. It can also be a powerful way to express emotion or draw importance through symbolism.
The exhibit runs from February 4th to the 28th, and is open 6 days a week. Mon-Thurs 9-9, Fri-Sat, 9-5.
Admission Free. Donations Welcome.
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Artist Trading Card Event
Artist Trading Card Event
Celebrate Vernon Winter Carnival by expressing your creativity, mingling with local artists, and trading mini works of art. Drop into the Vernon Community Arts Centre on Saturday, February 5th, between 1:30-4:30pm, where the Arts Centre l have all the supplies and materials you need to create your own mini artworks to trade. The inspiration for this session will be the “Art of Black of White” which is currently on exhibit in the Centre Gallery. Artists may bring in pre-made cards to trade if they wish, but please keep the theme in mind. Entry is free. Donations welcomed. Click on event to learn more.
Artist Trading Card Event
Artist Trading Card Event
Celebrate Vernon Winter Carnival by expressing your creativity, mingling with local artists, and trading mini works of art. Drop into the Vernon Community Arts Centre on Saturday, February 5th, between 1:30-4:30pm, where the Arts Centre l have all the supplies and materials you need to create your own mini artworks to trade. The inspiration for this session will be the “Art of Black of White” which is currently on exhibit in the Centre Gallery. Artists may bring in pre-made cards to trade if they wish, but please keep the theme in mind. Entry is free. Donations welcomed. Click on event to learn more.
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The Art of Black and White
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Artist Trading Card Event