Celebrate Culture Days and come for a FREE demonstration on how to create handbound books that can be used for journals, sketchbooks, or zines. Silmara will demonstrate the basics of bookbinding using tools and papers you already have around your home.
Demonstration will be held at the Vernon Community Arts Centre on Monday, September 25, between 6:30pm-8:30pm.
Join us during BC Culture Days and learn about the art of Japanese printmaking.
Adrian, a fan of woodblock printing, will share some of his favourite prints and some history during a 30 minute artist talk. Mainly focusing on works from Japan, he will touch on the well-known Ukiyo (which includes Hokusai and Hiroshige), but dive deeper into the 20th century Shin Hanga, Sosaku Hanga, & Meiji eras. Adrian will close the talk with a view of some of the woodblock prints from Vienna of the same time. What he lacks in academic art knowledge is made up in enthusiasm.
This fun and fact filled evening will be held at the Vernon Community Arts Centre on Wednesday, September 27th between 7:30-8:00pm, with time for questions afterwards.
Donations are welcomed and will support future community arts programming.
Join us for a fun & FREE printmaking activity.
Unleash your creativity and explore the world of screen printing. In celebration of Culture Days, and Vernon's new Sundog Festival, we'll be using the Sundog logo for our design. Please bring a cotton or cotton blend t-shirt, tote bag or bandana that you want to the imprint the design on. We will then guide you step by step through the screen-printing process. Be prepared to take your creation away wet. When it dries the next day, you can iron it to set the print and enjoy! No preregistration necessary.
Drop into the Vernon Community Arts Centre on Monday, October 2nd, between 11:00 and 2:00 to make your own Sundog Festival creation!
Donations are welcomed and will support future community arts programming.
Learn the fascinating art of working with fibre!
Come watch Emily Fraser as she creates beautiful and whimsical framed fibre art pieces using upcycled materials and fibres.
Drop into the Vernon Community Arts Centre on Tuesday, October 10th, from 6:30-8:30. No registration required
Donations are welcomed and will support future community arts programming.
View works from the late Axel Ebring, in a special exhibit entitled the Old Vernon Potter.
Ebring was born in Kalmar Sweden in 1874, and immigrated to Canada at the age of 12. After years of labouring in farming, prospecting, and mining, he established a pottery studio in Notch Hill, near Salmon Arm, in the 1920's. He later moved his operation to Vernon where he would remain until his passing in 1954. Ebring is one of Canada's pioneer potters, and is known primarily for his functional, wood-fired earthenware including bowls, vases and jugs.
Collections of Ebring's pottery have been preserved by Vernon Museum, Vernon Public Art Gallery, RJ Haney Heritage Museum, and can be found in several private collections. This exhibit showcases works from the private collection of Bob Kingsmill, another very prominent Vernon Potter.
Bob will be presenting the collection in an opening reception Thursday, November 2nd, from 6-8pm. Please join us in celebrating a local legend.
Join us for a VIP Members evening with the talented artisans of ARTSOLUTELY! Get exclusive access to thousands of handmade items for sale, and get the first opportunity to purchase these one-of-a-kind gifts before Artsolutely opens to the public on December 1st. FREE Entry Wine by donation Light Refreshments Draw Prizes Live Music RSVP HERE […]
Artsolutely is an annual artisans show known for being a shopping extravaganza with quality hand-made gifts that can’t be found anywhere else! With works from over 40 local artisans, it’s a one-stop-shop offering something for everyone: pottery, paintings, glass art, jewellery, metal and wood work, fabric arts, natural products, and so much more! Artsolutely invites visitors into a warm and relaxed atmosphere where they can leisurely take in the beauty of local art and shop for those they love. New products arrive daily so you'll want to check back often. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK: Dec 1 to 23. To learn more, or to apply as an artist vendor, visit www.vernonarts.ca/artsolutely.
Join us Sat, December 16th from noon to 5 for our ARTSOLUTELY Community Appreciation Day! Two people will WIN an Artsolutely Shopping Spree worth up to $150! Enjoy Live Art Demonstrations including Raku Firing, Chainsaw Carving, Wheel Throwing and Live Painting, PLUS musical entertainment, Hot Chocolate Bar, Kids Art Activities. The Wicked Waffles Food Truck will also be on location along with the Winter Carnival Games Igoo and Beach Radio!
Artsolutely Artisan Market runs daily until December 23rd, with new items arriving daily. Thanks for shopping local and supporting the artists and the VCAC's 18th annual fundraiser!
"Altered Realities, Abstracted Creations" invites you to explore the the beauty of ambiguity through abstract and representational art. This exhibit features a range of paintings, sculptures, and prints from Okanagan artists, and runs February 2 to 25 at the Vernon Community Arts Centre.
FREE
Hours: Mon-Thurs 9-9, Fri-Sat 9-5, Sun 12-4
Landscapes, whether real or imagined, encourage us to take a moment to explore, and experience new worlds. For this exhibit, local artists were tasked to draw inspiration from the world around them and translate it with their own unique vision and artistic style.
Join us this March and venture into familiar and unfamiliar territory and unique landscapes at the Vernon Community Arts Centre Gallery. Participating artists are all members of the Arts Council of the North Okanagan, the not-for-profit society that runs the VCAC.
Exhibit is open to the public daily, March 1 to April 2, 2024.
Hours: Monday-Thursday 9-9, Friday-Saturday 9-5, Sunday 12-4
No entry fee. Donations welcomed for those that wish to support Vernon Community Arts programming.
Create and swap miniature works of art at the Vernon Community Arts Centre. Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) are small pieces of art that are traded around the world, just like hockey or Pokémon cards. Artists create, trade and collect original art at organized “swap” events, in person, or online. The only official rules for ATCs is the size: 2.5″ x 3.5″ and you cannot trade someone else's art. Bring cards to trade, or make them here! All materials will be provided. (Blank artist cards are for sale at the Vernon Arts Centre for those that wish to pre-make cards or just stock up on supplies).
Monday, April 1, 10:00-1:00
FREE to attend.
Join us for an exciting event filled with art, inspiration, and fantastic finds at the Vernon Community Arts Centre’s Artist Studio Garage Sale! The VCAC and local artists have cleared out their studios to offer a wide range of gently used art supplies and equipment. From paints, easels and brushes to ceramics tools and inspiring art books, there's a treasure trove of items to discover! Each artist will manage their sales, so please make sure to bring cash and cards to support these talented creators and the vibrant arts community. Don't miss this one-day opportunity to explore the arts and score some great deals! Save the Date! Saturday, April 6th, from 9 am to 3 pm | Free Entry
Monday to Thursday
9:00am to 9:00pm
Fridays & Saturdays
9:00am to 5:00pm
Sundays
12:00pm to 4:00pm