Artists in Our Midst is a vibrant community of artists and creators dedicated to promoting visual art in Vancouver, British Columbia. Now in its nineteenth year, Artists in Our Midst kicks off with the Roundhouse Exhibit, a dynamic two day group show and sale at the Roundhouse Community Centre featuring 60 artists. Join us for the opening night reception, April 28th starting at 7pm to meet with the artists and enjoy the live music of Greg and Louise Solecki Weir with Mark Dowding.
The Open Studios weekend that follows is a self-guided tour of 35 artist-created galleries and venues throughout Vancouver’s west side. Visit these unique galleries to meet with artists and explore the stories behind their artwork. While you’re at it, drop in on the Lord Byng Mini School of the Fine Arts to view new works by emerging young artists who will be participating in the studio-gallery tour and the exhibit. A number of retailers on the west side will be joining us in hosting artists for the open studio tour. You can design your own route by using the map in this brochure, or view the website to check out which artists to visit.
If you are in the market for original art this is a great opportunity to find that perfect artwork for your home and support local artists. Art will be for sale at all events and credit cards will be accepted at the Roundhouse Exhibit.
The first of such groups in Vancouver, this exciting and dynamic community event is a great opportunity to engage with artists and patrons alike. Make time to celebrate art in the community!
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Studio Map (PDF)
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Featured on
the cover Of Event Magazine - summer edition 2010
EVENT Literary Journal
"A magazine
of pinnacle quality with a wide and enviable reputation."
— Timothy Taylor
Now
in its 38th year of publication, EVENT is a celebrated literary journal
where new and established talent — in fiction, poetry, non-fiction
and critical reviews — will be encountered. EVENT also serves as a
touchstone for writers seeking advice and critique. Our magazine aims
to unite the writing and reading community, enriching the life of
our readers.
EVENT
covers feature the work of up-and-coming Canadian photographers.
The original photograph.
The Banquet of Champions is being held on September 13, 2011
at the Vancouver Convention Centre. This 1000+ event is the official
induction ceremony for the 2011 inductees. The inductees are Trevor
Linden (Ice Hockey), Gary & Paul Gait (Lacrosse), Mike Jones (Wrestling),
Maelle Ricker (Snowboarding), Tom Larscheid (Media), Audrey Williams
(Figure Skating), Lauren Woolstencroft (Para Alpine Skiing), Marty
Zlotnik (W.A.C. Bennett Award), the 1933 Chinese Students Soccer Team
(Pioneer) and the BC Members of the 2010 Olympic Men’s Hockey Team.
These inductees are athletes, builders and media, they are pioneers,
leaders and members of teams. Each and every one has accomplished
greatness in his or her career, and they have brought honour and pride
to British Columbia while strengthening the very fabric of our community.
Proceeds from this event support the BC Sports Hall of Fame’s HERO IN YOU® Educational Program, working to inspire every child in British Columbia to find their own hero within.
My donation - "Running Man - Harry
Jerome" . . . for this event.
Marine Building - February 19 - 2011
Donated for silent auction to the "Night of the
Dragon Gala 2011" to benefit Junior & Senior Schools.
The WPGA (West Point Grey Academy) Annual Gala is a night full of
fun, entertainment, delicious food, dancing and the exciting live
and silent auctions. The much sought after Headmaster’s Dinner and
the treasured Children’s Gallery are only a few of the items up for
auction. The success of this evening is a direct reflection of the
generosity and enthusiasm of our school community.
Vancity Art Wall @ Denman & Robson.
Showing on the Denman Street side.
Blue Steel &
Enchanted Whispers
February 16 - April 2011
Scotia Bank Winter Salon Presents
'For
the Love of Art'
February to March 2011. A group exhibition from members
of Artists
in Our Midst.
I was asked by the Events Committee
Co-Chair, Deborah Bakos (www.debbakos.com)
to be the 18th artist in this show. Since the invites were already
printed, I made my own edits to the invite to include me in it. I
am the "Plus 1".
My piece is titled "Song of Imaginary Beings" - inspired
by the song of the same title by IAMX.
Song of Imaginary Beings
Storm in the Distance - November 2010
Donated
for silent auction to the "Fillmore Family Foundation" to
benefit "A Loving Spoonful".
" The Fillmore Family Foundation relies on the generosity
of event participants, volunteers and sponsors to create grass-roots
events to generate the funds necessary to support the foundation beneficiaries.
Since 2000, more than $370,000 has been raised by the The Prairie
Fairies Fowl Supper to support the work of our beneficiaries".
The premise of Empty Bowls is profoundly simple and has been repeated thousands of times by small groups and large. A few people get together to create bowls. They invite guests, as many as they have bowls, to share a simple meal and to donate a small sum, which provides food to those in need. In return, guests take home their empty bowl as a reminder of the continuing hunger within their own community.
The silent auction is a big part of this charity event, raising thousands and thousands of dollars to help those in need throughout the community. Project Empty Bowl has become an annual signature fundraising event for A Loving Spoonful. The sole purpose of Project Empty Bowl is to raise funds so that A Loving Spoonful can continue delivering free meals and nutritional counselling & education to men, woman and children fighting HIV/AIDS.
My
silent auction entries
Enchanted Whispers Calling
Photograph of St. Paul's Anglican Church used for the CD Release Poster of "The Beige", Jazz Quintet.
Vancouver,
BC
December 2009
Original
Photograph