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Artist Talk – Jam’s Practice & the Creative Journey
Vernon Community Arts Centre 2704A Highway 6, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us for an artist talk with Jam, and learn about their creative journey.
Driven by a search for moments of reflection and emotional release, Jam’s studio work features a ritualistic use of a spiral motif as the grounding point for various material explorations. Flowing between 2D and 3D forms of making, they are interested in embodying themes of organic growth and connection while also exploring the dualistic qualities of fragility and strength that are often present in their work.
Drop into the Vernon Community Arts Centre on Monday, October 4th, from 6:30-8:30. No registration required.
Donations are welcomed and will support future community arts programming.
Form and Figure – A Human Viewpoint
Vernon Community Arts Centre 2704A Highway 6, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada“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
Vernon Community Arts Centre 2704A Highway 6, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada“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.
Fibre Art Demonstration
Vernon Community Arts Centre 2704A Highway 6, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaLearn how one Vernon artist uses fibre to create works of art.
Drop into the Vernon Community Arts Centre on Tuesday, October 10th, from 6:30-8:30 and watch Emily Fraser as she creates beautiful and whimsical framed fibre art pieces using upcycled materials and fibres.
No registration required.
Donations are welcomed and will support future community arts programming.
Fibre Art Demonstration
Vernon Community Arts Centre 2704A Highway 6, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaLearn how one Vernon artist uses fibre to create works of art.
Drop into the Vernon Community Arts Centre on Tuesday, October 10th, from 6:30-8:30 and watch Emily Fraser as she creates beautiful and whimsical framed fibre art pieces using upcycled materials and fibres.
No registration required.
Donations are welcomed and will support future community arts programming.
Art in the Mall
Village Green Mall 4900 27th Street, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaVisit the Village Green Shopping Centre between October 6 - 26 to view the amazing collection of art from the Okanagan Artists of Canada Society!
The Okanagan Artists of Canada Society will be hanging their art down the opening aisle of the Village Green Shopping Mall. The colourful and varied paintings from more than 35 local talents will greet shoppers.
Once again the mall has generously offered to showcase the non-profit society. OACS had an earlier exhibition this spring, “The Village Green Mall has a real sense of community spirit and has been incredibly supportive. The team there has enthusiastically and actively worked to help make this happen.” show organizer Sharon Bettesworth said. The motto of the group is “Artists Supporting Artists and the Village Green Mall’s kind and generous offer supports this collaborative effort.
The OACS is comprised of 75 talented local artists from Vernon and neighbouring locales, and sports a waiting list of many more. It is one of the oldest art societies in the province. The group was formed in 1945 as the Vernon Artist Association and registered under the Societies Act in 1968. After a couple more name changes, the group officially became the Okanagan Artists of Canada Society in 2017.
Art in the Mall
Village Green Mall 4900 27th Street, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaVisit the Village Green Shopping Centre between October 6 - 26 to view the amazing collection of art from the Okanagan Artists of Canada Society!
The Okanagan Artists of Canada Society will be hanging their art down the opening aisle of the Village Green Shopping Mall. The colourful and varied paintings from more than 35 local talents will greet shoppers.
Once again the mall has generously offered to showcase the non-profit society. OACS had an earlier exhibition this spring, “The Village Green Mall has a real sense of community spirit and has been incredibly supportive. The team there has enthusiastically and actively worked to help make this happen.” show organizer Sharon Bettesworth said. The motto of the group is “Artists Supporting Artists and the Village Green Mall’s kind and generous offer supports this collaborative effort.
The OACS is comprised of 75 talented local artists from Vernon and neighbouring locales, and sports a waiting list of many more. It is one of the oldest art societies in the province. The group was formed in 1945 as the Vernon Artist Association and registered under the Societies Act in 1968. After a couple more name changes, the group officially became the Okanagan Artists of Canada Society in 2017.
Mini Artists
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us at the Vernon Public Art Gallery for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation.
September 29 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Collage and Printmaking
This session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language, by 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 collages and printmaking.
Mini Artists
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us at the Vernon Public Art Gallery for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation.
September 29 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Collage and Printmaking
This session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language, by 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 collages and printmaking.
Family Saturdays
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaJoin 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.
Family Saturdays
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaJoin 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.
Mini Artists
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us on the last Friday of every month for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation.
December 15 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Mackie Lake House Decorating
We will begin our session with a tour of the exhibition by our most recent artist-in-residence at Mackie Lake House. After our tour, we will decorate houses!