Symbiosis

APRIL 1, 2023 - OCTOBER 29, 2023 Curated by Jaimie Isaac, Chief Curator, and Mel Granley, Guest Curator Fascinations with the mushroom form and functions have shaped creative imaginations and scientific ideas for generations. Symbiosis gathers interdisciplinary contemporary artists located in British Columbia, across Canada and internationally who have produced work that explore forest e

• 1040 Moss St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 4P1

Francis Dick’s Walking Thru My Fires

Walking Thru My Fires showcases the work of one of the most prolific living Indigenous artists on the West Coast. This deeply personal exhibition explores Indian Residential School legacies, urban Indigeneity, reconciliation, and the healing power of art through Francis Dick’s prints, paintings, carvings, and music. It is an autobiography written in art.  Dates: April 22 – September 9  Spring

• 630 Yates Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1K9

While Black: A forum for speculation on what the gallery can’t hold

Curated by Charles Campbell, Michelle Jacques & Denise Ryner While Black: a forum for speculation on what the gallery can’t hold is a multi-year series of forums, talks, and public presentations developed and organized by Black curators from across Canada in conversation with artists to consider both the limits and possibilities of the relationship between contemporary art spaces in Canad

• 1040 Moss St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 4P1

Alison Bigg at Victoria Arts Council Gallery June 9-July 23

http://www.artopenings.ca/alison-bigg.html Alison Bigg shares her journey into hearing loss using wit, wisdom and a collection of devices called “auricals” (artist’s word). A series of prints called #lostfoundsound showcase her technical excellence and 3D printing.Bigg believes that our society has a type of communal deafness cause by information overload. With Auricals, she invites us to nav

• 1800 Store Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8T 4R4

Colours of Summer

Suzanne Hamilton at Slide Room Gallery

http://www.artopenings.ca/suzanne-hamilton.html On her daily walks, Suzanne collects visual information about the ordinary landscapes of her everyday journeys. These “unremarkable” urban landscapes often include objects like power boxes, lamp posts and bike racks. “I am interested in how these constructed objects interact with the natural,” she says. “It appears to be an uneasy relationship.”

• #302, 733 Johnson St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 3C7

Art show: BODY//ENERGY, New works by artist Anita Boyd

Gage Gallery Arts Collective July 11-30th, Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Opening reception, Thursday, July 13, 5 to 8 p.m. Join artist Anita Boyd at her upcoming show at the Gage Gallery in beautiful Bastion Square, in downtown Victoria, B.C. BODY//ENERGY is an exploration of inner worlds, represented by suggestions of living, active, body interiors

• 19 Bastion Square, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1J1

The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Gordon Scott

Gordon Scott's early experimentation in a range of mediums – watercolour, charcoal and photography has led to his back-painted acrylic and ink on glass technique.  He feels the use of glass panels combined with vivid colours has allowed him to fully express himself and create unique contemporary art. His panels that hang on the wall are equally as stunning as his tables. View Gordon's collect

• 2184 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia, V8R 1G3

St Paul's presents – Eryn Sharpe Trio

Join us for a relaxing  evening of jazz standards, oldies and contemporary music.. http://erynsharpetrio.com/videos Doors open at 6:30pm. Venue: St Paul’s United Church 2410 Malaview Ave, Sidney BC V8L 2G3 Free parking on site and wheelchair accessible Tickets: $25. Seniors & Students under 18yrs: $20. Available from the church office, Tanner’s Books (cash or cheque only)

• 2410 Malaview Ave, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 2G3

The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Pauline Jans

While Pauline Jans began her art practice painting vineyards and landscapes, a longing to express more deeply nudged her artwork from representational to abstract. Pauline's daily practice of hiking rugged landscapes urged her to explore the emotional influence of craggy places and spaces and to release a background of precision. Her abstracts are process-driven, where exploration and discove

• 2184 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia, V8R 1G3

Victoria Summer Music Festival 2023

Our 2023 Summer Music Festival chamber music concerts return to our traditional venue – the Phillip T. Young Recital Hall at the University of Victoria. With its excellent acoustics, uninterrupted site lines, and intimate setting, the recital hall is perfect for these concerts.   All concerts start at 7:30 pm, with pre-concert talks at 7:15 pm For more information and tickets, pleas

Oak Bay Summer Concert Series at Willows Beach Park 2023

With a stunning backdrop of Willows Beach, these outdoor concerts gather the community to celebrate music and the arts. Our concerts highlight local musicians with emerging artists as opening acts. Presented by Oak Bay Parks, Recreation and Culture   THE SOUL SHAKERS The Soul Shakers are one of the best dance bands on Vancouver Island. Top-notch musicianship, stellar harmonies and h

• Dalhousie Street and Beach Drive, Victoria, British Columbia, V8R 2W1

Vancouver Island Sculptors' Guild Summer Show

Over 30 original sculptures on display to admire and purchase created by the Vancouver Island Sculptors' Guild on display at the ArtSea Gallery 9565 Fifth St at Tuista Park.  Open 10 AM until 4 PM July 28 until August 3.  Admission Free Opening reception July 28 2-4 PM

• 9565 Fifth St, Tulista Park, Sidney , BC, V8L 2W5

St Paul's presents – Sue Decker

Victoria songwriter and slide guitarist Sue Decker is bringing her stirring and well-crafted songs to Sidney in July as she gears up to record her second album. Set to be released later this year, the album will be recorded in Nashville with sought-after roots producer Steve Dawson. The Sue Decker Band delivers their country soul sound infusing Sue’s evocative songwriting with the echoes of e

• 2410 Malaview Ave, Sidney, V8L 2G3