Exhibitions, Workshops and Demos

EXHIBITS & WORKSHOPS

Opening Receptions are Free and EVERYONE is invited to browse, purchase and meet the exhibiting artists!!

June 29 - July 11, 2010
"La Caricature Politique"
Character designer and animator, Afshin Sabouki, named the Best Iranian Caricature Master in 2004 in Tehran, brings his unique collection of political cartoons to the Silk Purse Gallery, 1570 Argyle Avenue, West Vancouver. Included in the collection are his humorous renditions of the Mayor of West Van, John Weston, Andrew Saxton, Paul Martin, Barack Obama and many more! Join us for a look at caricatures with a political edge!
Gallery Open TUESDAY thru SUNDAY, 12 noon to 5 pm- Everyone is Welcome!!

July 13-25, 2010
"Up Up and Away"
Over 14 Professional Lower Mainland artists generate dozens of new works related to astronomy and the space theme. Various media will include acrylic, oils, pastels, watercolor, graphite and/or textiles, exploring the territory where science and art overlap - depicting scenes which are at present beyond the range of human eyes, they communicate a binding dream of adventure and exploration!
Opening Reception:TUESDAY
July 13th from 6-8 pm Everyone is Welcome!!

July 27-August 8, 2010
Trioscapes in Harmony
During the Harmony Arts Festival the Silk Purse finds friendship and community front and centre as three artists: Betty Ditters, Sachiyo Grossmann and Jean Vanderley exhibit their "Trioscapes". Each artist has a unique interpretation of the landscape. Although there are often discussions between the three as they critique designs and exchange ideas. These artists assist and inspire on another!
Opening Reception: WEDNESDAY
July 28th from 6-9 pm Everyone is Welcome!!

August 10-22, 2010
"Floral Essence"
Marnie Boullard and Adrienne Moore paint still life, flowers in the garden and flower arrangements in an expressionistic abstract mode, whimsical, with a strong sense of colour North Shore artist Marnie whose impressionistic style employs her own matchless approach about the interpretation of the flower with stunning outcome. Adrienne is a well-known Richmond based painter, illustrator and educator. Her work has been showcased internationally in numerous solo and group exhibits.
Opening Reception: TUESDAY
August 10th from 6-8 pm Everyone is Welcome!!

August 24-September 5, 2010
"Pulp Friction"
Director, writer and animator, Iranian artist Bahram Javahry brings his unique collection of paper sculptures to the Silk Purse. What started as a childhood fascination with the beauty and versatility of paper and the field of animation, has turned into an internationally acclaimed career. He has exhibited throughout BC and has won awards in film and animation in the US, Canada, Egypt, Korea, and the Czech Republic. Come and see this unique collection of paper art sculpture!
Opening Reception: TUESDAY
August 24th from 6-8 pm Everyone is Welcome!!

September 7 -19, 2010
"Natural Tranquilities"
Long time Lower Mainland artists Christine Collison, Martin Henry and Judy McKinnon exhibit their beautiful collection of still lifes, wildlife and landscape paintings in watercolours and acrylics. This striking group of work creates a soothing, tranquil look at the beauty of nature in the relaxing atmosphere of the intimate Silk Purse.
Opening Reception: TUESDAY
September 7th from 6-8 pm Everyone is Welcome!!

September 21-October 3, 2010
"Contemplation"
Art is contemplation. It is the pleasure of the mind which searches into nature and there defines the spirit of which Nature herself is animated. Well-known North Shore artists, Gordon Oliver and Ollie Pritchard's acrylics and oils depict this sense of spirit and self-awareness. We can increase our own reality by the contemplation of their beautiful works.
Opening Reception: TUESDAY
September 21st from 6-8 pm Everyone is Welcome!!

For more information, contact the WVCAC at (604) 925-7292