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January 11, 2020 January 25, 2020
Colour Theory
January 11–25
Madrona Gallery
This exhibition follows the evolution of colour from the early 20th century to today. From traditional oils used in works from the likes of A.Y. Jackson, to the invention of acrylic paints in the 1950s and 60s, to the vibrant pigments used today, Colour Theory traces changes in technique and materials through the years. Featured artists include: Meghan Hildebrand, April Ponsford, Halin de Repentigny, Hashim Hannoon, Morley Myers, Sean Yelland, Nicotye Samayualie, William Perehudoff, Jack Shadbolt. Opening January 11, 1-4 pm. 606 View St, 250-380-4660, www.madronagallery.com.
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January 11, 2020 April 11, 2020
FLUID, a photographic portrait series by Blake Little
Legacy Gallery, Downtown Gallery
January 11 to April 11
As people who identify as trans, gender fluid, non-binary, Two Spirit, and other gender-diverse identities face complex and challenging societal responses, the act of representing oneself can be a brave act of defiance. FLUID, a new photographic portrait series by LA-based artist Blake Little, sets out to collaborate with local, national and international trans and gender fluid people to reflect some of the concerns and potentials of how they choose to represent themselves. Reception Jan 25, 2-4pm. Regular hours: 10am to 4 pm, Wednesday through Saturday. Legacy Art Gallery Downtown, 630 Yates St., Victoria. legacy.uvic.ca, 250-721-8298.
Image below: “Brynn Hawker” Blake Little, PHOTOGRAPH (c)BlakeLittle2019.
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January 11, 2020 02:00 AM 05:00 AM
Salt Spring National Art Prize
2019 winners + local finalists
January 10–February 22 at Victoria Arts Council Gallery
The Salt Spring National Art Prize is a biennial competition and exhibition of Canadian visual art, presented by the Salt Spring Arts Council. Its intent is to encourage artists whose practice demonstrates originality, quality, integrity and creativity–resulting in significant work with visual impact and depth of meaning. In all, it gives out $39,000 in prizes to 10 artists each year. Opens January 10, 6-9pm. 1800 Store St. www.vicartscouncil.ca. For images see https://saltspringartprize.ca/finalists-2019/
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January 11, 2020 03:30 AM
Victoria Baroque
with Kati Debretzeni, violin (UK)
“Forces of Nature”
A Tour-de-Force through the transformations of Nature, led by the dynamic violinist, Kati Debretzeni. Vivaldi's celebrated Four Seasons paired with Rebel's eccentric orchestral suite about the creation of the Earth, Les Élémens. Playing on instruments of the 18th century, Victoria Baroque brings listeners closer to the sound world of the Baroque period.
Tickets: $30 / $25 senior/ $5 student & child,
available at Royal & McPherson box office (www.rmts.bc.ca)
(direct link: https://www.rmts.bc.ca/events/forces-of-nature-2020-st-john)
from Dec 20 at Munro's Books, Ivy's Bookshop and at the door
Contact & info: 250 590 9770, victoria-baroque@shaw.ca, victoria-baroque.com
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January 11, 2020 08:00 PM February 23, 2020 01:00 AM
Salt Spring National Art Prize
2019 winners + local finalists
January 11–February 22 at Victoria Arts Council Gallery
The Salt Spring National Art Prize is a biennial competition and exhibition of Canadian visual art, presented by the Salt Spring Arts Council. Its intent is to encourage artists whose practice demonstrates originality, quality, integrity and creativity–resulting in significant work with visual impact and depth of meaning. In all, it gives out $39,000 in prizes to 10 artists each year. 1800 Store St. Tues-Sat, 12-5pm. www.vicartscouncil.ca. For images see https://saltspringartprize.ca/finalists-2019/
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