Unexpected: The Life and Art of Sophie Pemberton, Canadian Artist

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 - JANUARY 21, 2024 Curated by Guest Curator Kathryn Bridge   Victoria-born and raised, Sophie Pemberton was the middle daughter, her father’s favourite, and a determined personality. Despite episodes of debilitating illnesses and family tragedies, she pursued a serious international artistic career with paintings exhibited at the Royal Academy and Paris Salon. A por

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

Kali Spitzer: Bodies of, Bodies Within

Curated by Mel Granley, AGGV Assistant Curator Kali Spitzer’s work embraces the stories of contemporary BIPOC, queer and trans bodies, creating representation that is self-determined, with her collaborative process being informed by the desire to rewrite the visual histories of indigenous bodies beyond a colonial lens. Kali is Kaska Dena from Daylu (Lower Post, british columbia) on her father's

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

Tender Touch

Curated by Mel GranleyTender Touch delves into Victoria’s unique and proliferating tattoo community. In recent years, the tattoo industry in Victoria has grown considerably, with more and more queer and BIPOC artists beginning their career and opening up their own tattoo shops in town. Alternatives to the traditional western tattoo scene, these spaces are bastions for many seeking to adorn themsel

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

In the Flesh: The Nude in Art, Past and Present

Curated by Steven McNeil, Chief Curator & Director of Collections and Exhibitions In The Flesh brings together more than one hundred works that share a common focus: the nude as a subject for artistic expression. Drawing upon the strengths of the AGGV Collections, works by renowned historical artists including Renoir, Rodin, Picasso and Henry Moore are brought together alongside works by

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

The Victoria Arion Male Choir Welcomes New Singers.

Attention all Male Singers The Victoria Arion Male Choir is one of the newest choirs in Victoria, BC. In the summer of 2018, the Arion Male Voice Choir (founded 1892) and the Victoria Male Voice Choir (1907) chose to unite into a new choir. The two choirs came to the realization that they could better fulfill their dreams of being “a community of men singing for health and joy” as one group r

• 813 Claremont Ave, Saanich, British Columbia, V8Y 1J9

The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Bi Yuan Cheng

The Avenue Gallery features master artist, Bi Yuan Cheng, from January 18 to 25, 2024. "Although he has the skill and training to paint in any style, Cheng is most passionate about landscapes; his interpretations of West Coast wildness have a powerful verisimilitude, at the same time as his profound early training introduces hints of calligraphy and ink-wash Chinese nature paintings." - Rober

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

Call for Vendors

Call for Vendors: CLAIM YOUR SPACE NOW! Metchosin Artpod invites you to become a vendor at our first annual Artists and Makers Materials Swap Meet Fundraiser, on Saturday, Jan. 20th, from 9-4PM at the Metchosin Arts and Cultural Association building: 4495 Happy Valley Rd. This fundraiser supports our programs and workshops available to the public throughout the year. Why not support a great c

• 4495 Happy Valley Rd., Metchosin, British Columbia, V9C 3Z3

The City Talks: Urban Colonialism on the Salish Sea

A distinguished lecture series organized by the University of Victoria’s Committee for Urban Studies; discussing conflicts, pleasures, and politics of city life. Our upcoming speaker, Coll Thrush, will examine the parallel histories of three Salish Sea cities, illustrating how urban and Indigenous histories have been deeply entangled with each other.    All presentations will be held vir

Classical Open Mic!

An evening of singing, musical community, and joy, featuring emerging and established local classical singers! Hosted by Anna Bigland-Pritchard, Musical Director at Oak Bay United Church, and Alex Chen, collaborative pianist and baritone, who will also be playing piano with the performers! Admission by donation

• Oak Bay United Church, 1355 Mitchell St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8S4P9

Potters By The Sea

From functional to decorative, the Potters Guild will again be presenting work at ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park Sidney. We look forward to seeing you during the show. All the details are included on the poster.

• 9565 Fifth St, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1T3

In Sight Festival!!

Free Admission! September 9  from 11am to 4 pm   &    September 10 from 10am to 4pm In Sight Festival is the result of a unique collaboration between the Arts and Culture Colwood Society and Fort Rodd Hill NHS, Parks Canada. As partners in this endeavour, they appreciate the interconnections between the arts, culture, nature, and historical awareness in building strong community bonds. Ex

• Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse NHS, Victoria (Colwood), BC, V9C 2W8

Meraki Art Show

Meraki Art Show at the ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, Sidney

• ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Gallery , Victoria