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New Office & Members’ Space

Our new (temporary) Office and Members’ Space is a welcoming and accessible destination in downtown Victoria where people can learn about the various ways the VAC supports local artists and where our members can showcase their work on a rotating basis. Over the coming six months we will be taking a pause on our Pat Martin Bates Gallery program in order to envision a stronger, more stable future and we look forward to hearing from you, our membership, to learn how we can better meet your needs. 

You’re encouraged to come by 670 Fort Street to say ‘hello’, renew your membership, and discuss upcoming art opportunities. 

Regular office hours will be Wednesday through Saturday from 12 – 5PM + by appointment.

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Art Victoria Now’24

The Return of ART VICTORIA NOW!

Location: The Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street [lower level]
Exhibition dates: 11-31 May 2024
Gallery hours: from 11am-6pm, daily
Public Reception /Community Celebration: Saturday 11 May, 2-5PM
Awards Ceremony: Saturday 25 May, 5PM

Calling all artists
in Greater Victoria and the Capital Regional District …

The Victoria Arts Council is excited to announce the return of the much-loved juried art exhibition, ART VICTORIA NOW!

Taking place at The Bay Centre in downtown Victoria from 11-31 May 2024, this exhibition will feature the best in local art with awards recognizing: 

Drawing,  Painting, Photography,  Printmaking,  Textile,  Sculpture /3-D, 

and more!

 We will also have a special Youth Artists section to welcome the next generation of local artists into the scene!

Artists from ages 11 to 111+ are encouraged to apply today.
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**Only 50 artists will be selected to exhibit as part of Art Victoria Now**

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APPLICATION DETAILS:

$15 per piece submitted (up to 3 pieces allowed, in any category or across 3 categories); additional hanging fees for selected works ($25 per piece).

All work must be exhibition-ready (framed with proper wiring or hooks)

All work must be for sale; the VAC retains 30% commission on all sales (pay-out from sales takes place before 30 June)

There is no size restriction for artworks in this show.

There is no price limit for artworks in this show.

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Applications are now live! Click here to fill out your application form.

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Deadline to apply is 30th of April (midnight)
Notification to Artists: 5 May
Delivery of artwork(s): 6-8 May from 12-5PM.
Collection of any unsold works: Friday 31 May, 5PM.

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If you are interested in volunteering to help ensure the success of Art Victoria Now, please contact us: volunteer@vicartscouncil.ca
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
The Bay Centre

The Victoria Arts Council (est. 1968) connects artists and community through exhibitions, lectures, publications, and special events. 

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DONATE TODAY

We need your support today!

With the ever-increasing costs to operate, the VAC is in the very unfortunate circumstance where we now need financial help from our core supporters — the community of artists, educators, and arts enthusiasts we’ve served for decades.

If you’ve enjoyed our programming, or have been one of the hundreds of artists we’ve uplifted through exhibitions and other opportunities, we’re now calling in the favour.

Please donate to the VAC today …
no amount is too little or too much!

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Though we have been able to increase and diversify our revenue stream over recent years, it just isn’t enough to cover costs anymore.

We’ve been there for you since 1968, and together we’ve built something incredible and unique to Victoria … please help us raise the much needed funds to keep the VAC going!

Donate to the VAC today
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Laura Feeleus @ GVPL Emily Carr

23 April – 23 July 2024
GVPL Emily Carr Branch
3521 Blanshard St #101, Victoria, BC
MTWFS 10am-6pm / Th 10am-7pm

About the Artist:
I graduated with a Diploma in Fine Art from the Vancouver Island School of Art (Victoria, BC, Canada) in 2010. I have exhibited my painting and fibre work in Canada and the US for the last 25 years. My life before art took over was based in library science (BLS, University of Alberta) and business (CMA/CPA Alberta). 

I am a founding member of arc.hive artist-run centre in Victoria, BC,  https://arc-hivearc.org/ and regularly participate with the Vancouver Island Surface Design Association. 

Artist Statement:

Murmur 

Murmurations of birds fascinate me, and I wanted to capture the thrill that I get when I see them. The main inspiration was an experience I had at a marsh in New Mexico when I was able to capture the birds on video. 

Cellular Explorations: Airborne, Groundwork and Tidepool 

This project was inspired by images of microscopic organisms. I was imagining what lay in the ground, the air and water beyond the naked eye. 

Email: lauramfeeleus@gmail.com

Website: www.laurafeeleus.ca