“Form and Figure – A Human Viewpoint”, is an exhibit that seeks to offer a tasteful representation of the human figure and celebrate its beauty, diversity, and complexity. Our hope in offering this show was to provide an opportunity for artists to find creative ways to portray the human figure and for viewers to engage with works of art in a meaningful way.
From the realistic to the abstract, the human figure has intrigued and inspired artists throughout centuries and across cultures. It offers us insight into the range and intricacy of our emotions, and allows us to express beliefs, tell stories, and explore what it means to be human.
This show features several works from VCAC’s self-directed Life Drawing Classes, and a diverse selection of works from members of the Arts Council of the North Okanagan.
“Form and Figure – A Human Viewpoint”, is an exhibit that seeks to offer a tasteful representation of the human figure and celebrate its beauty, diversity, and complexity. Our hope in offering this show was to provide an opportunity for artists to find creative ways to portray the human figure and for viewers to engage with works of art in a meaningful way.
From the realistic to the abstract, the human figure has intrigued and inspired artists throughout centuries and across cultures. It offers us insight into the range and intricacy of our emotions, and allows us to express beliefs, tell stories, and explore what it means to be human.
This show features several works from VCAC’s self-directed Life Drawing Classes, and a diverse selection of works from members of the Arts Council of the North Okanagan.
Join us on the last Saturday of each month, Family Saturdays take place with an art project suitable for both little kids and big kids. Parents/guardians are also encouraged to participate and create their own works of art. The workshop begins promptly at 1 p.m., and families are welcome to stay for the whole session, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., or to depart sooner. All materials required for the workshops are provided. To ensure a space, please pre-register online.
• $5/members • $9/non-members.
Sierra, our Learning and Community Engagement Curator, will begin the workshop by touring the current exhibition that is on display. Afterward, she will lead you through a hands-on art activity inspired by the artwork.
November 25 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Collage Journals
This session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language, by the Edmonton-based artist Dick Averns. This exhibition draws on multiple bodies of text-based art spanning over three decades of the artist's career. in response to the themes of the exhibition, we will be making a collage journal.
Join us on the last Saturday of each month, Family Saturdays take place with an art project suitable for both little kids and big kids. Parents/guardians are also encouraged to participate and create their own works of art. The workshop begins promptly at 1 p.m., and families are welcome to stay for the whole session, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., or to depart sooner. All materials required for the workshops are provided. To ensure a space, please pre-register online.
• $5/members • $9/non-members.
Sierra, our Learning and Community Engagement Curator, will begin the workshop by touring the current exhibition that is on display. Afterward, she will lead you through a hands-on art activity inspired by the artwork.
November 25 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Collage Journals
This session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language, by the Edmonton-based artist Dick Averns. This exhibition draws on multiple bodies of text-based art spanning over three decades of the artist's career. in response to the themes of the exhibition, we will be making a collage journal.