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Welcome To The Cowichan Valley Arts Billboard!
The Cowichan Valley Arts Billboard contains Vancouver Island arts information of interest to the general public and artists in particular. Post your art events information on the Cowichan Valley Arts Billboard now! If you've got a concert, festival, art show, or outdoorsy engagement happening, now is the time to request a billboard post.
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This Sunday! Sarah M. Wood in Concert |
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 Troubador Series Afternoon Concerts presents: Nanaimo pianist and composer Sarah M. Wood performs from her award winning Ocean Tapestry Album (VIMA "Best Instrumental Album 2011") this Sunday, January 29th from 2-4pm. Reservations for tickets can be made by telephoning Michelle's Hair Studio at 250-716-3242 *Seating is limited Sarah's music can be heard on MySpace @ http://www.myspace.com/sarahmariewood |
Call for Entry |
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ISLAND ARTISANS ASSOCIATION CALL TO ARTISANS There are two exciting opportunities on the horizon for artisans based on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. March 30-31, 2012: There is to be a spring version of "Gifts for Myself and Others" held at DaVinci Centre in Victoria. In addition to the two-day craft show for the public, on the first morning of the show, there will be an opportunity for buyers from local shops to attend the show and those of us who are interested can discuss wholesaling and/or consigning our work to their businesses. There is no extra charge for this value-added opportunity. July and August, 2012: The IAA will be renting Dales Gallery on Fisgard Street in the heart of Chinatown to display and sell the work of Island Artisans. Part of the exhibition will be a celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the association, allowing for publicity opportunities and festivities in and around the gallery. Work will be sold on a consignment basis. The Island Artisans Association is supporting excellence in craft by expanding our visibility in the community and offering more opportunities for local artisans to exhibit and sell their work. We look forward to your participation; join us today! The deadlines for applications are approaching quickly! For further information, please contact Patricia Hughes at iaagifts@gmail.com or 250.598.1324 and check our website, www.islandartisans.ca |
Wood Carving Workshops with Herb Rice |
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Wood Carving Workshops with Herb Rice At Whippletree Junction, south of Duncan, Vancouver Island
Read more details at: www.coastsalishjourney.com/workshop.html |
Bowker Creek |
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Victoria's acoustic roots band Bowker Creek will be bringing its own brand of bluegrass fusion to the Duncan Garage Showroom on Saturday, February 4th at 8:00 p.m.
BOWKER CREEK is an apt name for this five piece string band, as its members have their roots firmly established in Victoria, and most live within a "banjo’s throw" of historic Bowker Creek that winds through the capital city.Bowker Creek draws its musical influences from folk, country, rock and roll, old time, swing and yes, even bluegrass. The band members consists of Duncan Sutherland, Bonnie Duncan, Scott Durant, Dan Ready, and Doug Van Dine. Bowker Creek brings its own musical and harmonic arrangements to a diverse range of music styles. It's hard to actually nail down a specific genre as the band draws its influences from the varied musical backgrounds of its members. And with three singers sharing the lead spotlight BC is a versatile band to say the least. BC performs original compositions as well as rearrangements of familiar and less familiar tunes from a wide range of artists. Front lady Bonnie Duncan has a powerful and dynamic voice that she uses to great effect whether singing intimate ballads or blues. Banjo player Doug Van Dine brings his swing and bluegrass (and now jazz) chops to the band trading and sharing solos with multi-instrumentalist Dan Ready on mandolin and six and twelve string guitars. Dan, a journeyman musician, has played in rock and rhythm and blues bands over the decades. The energy he and Doug exchange is what gives Bowker Creek its identifying great instrumental sound. Bassist, harmony and lead singer Scott Durrant brings a rock and R&B presence to the band. Primarily a solo folk player, rhythm guitarist and singer/songwriter Duncan Sutherland got turned onto bluegrass music when studying with well-known island mandolin and guitar player James Whittall. Now going into its fourth year, Bowker Creek was formed in 2009 and has been featured in events venues, folk clubs and coffee houses around Southern Vancouver Island. Feature gigs include the Victoria Bluegrass Association, the Sooke and Deep Cove folk clubs and a previous engagement at The Duncan Garage Showroom. Tickets: $15 door $12 advance Advance tickets available : Ten Old Books #102-330 Duncan St, Duncan, BC For a taste of what to expect, you can check out BCs music at: www.myspace.com/bowkercreek |
Enviromental Images Show |
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Now Showing at Java World, in Duncan at 5811 York Road!Enviromental Images Show, Featuring the work of Glenn Spicer (curator)This show is running from January 19 to March 1 The artist will be there Jan. 28, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Enviromental Images are a mixture of photographs and enhanced images inspired by nature and humanity. I play with color, composition, and subject matter to create new ways to perceive the complex world around us and our interaction with it. 
These prints are made with archival pigment inks, high quality acid free paper, double matted, acid free backing, and framed. The Java World Café Satellite Gallery is a venue generously offered by Ron Jang (owner) in co-operation with the CVAC (Cowichan Valley Arts Council) and offers a place for artists, especially young or upcoming artists, to show their work and get experience and advice for putting on a professional show. Java World does not charge a commission and sales and insurance are the responsibility of the artist. Artists who are interested in putting on a show should contact Glenn Spicer at fredmole@shaw.ca or 250-748-7523. |
Artist Trading Cards Meet |
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A.T.C. Meet* *Artist Trading Cards Meet Open invitation to anyone interested in making and/or trading these mini artworks.  When - the last Sunday of each month. Time - 1 to 3 pm create, tea and trading afterwards Where - the Studio "down by the Bay" 2288 Cowichan Bay Road in Duncan BC More information or directions call 250-748-4492 or email beverlee_mcleod@yahoo.ca |
Vancouver Folk Music Festival |
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Hello potential vendor! Each year, the Vancouver Folk Music Festival draws more than 36,000 people over 3 days, providing our vendors an excellent opportunity to increase exposure and sell their works. Our Artisan Market, a long standing tradition within the Folk Festival gates, is a prominent and popular fixture among festival goers – thanks to the village of artists that come together to sell their unique wares to our diverse audience. This year we're looking to increase and diversify the number of locally made and handmade items being sold in our Artisan Market; we would like to extend an invitation to you to apply for a position as a vendor for the 35th annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival taking place on the shores of Jericho Beach July 13, 14, and 15 of 2012. Criteria and Selection: The Artisan Market features artists and artisans who create their own handcrafted items; vendors that do not fill this requirement may be wait-listed, however, we encourage those vendors to apply for space in the Folk Bazaar to better the chance of securing a vending space at the 2012 Festival. Applications for the 2012 Festival will be accepted and juried by Festival staff in two rounds:
Download the 2012 Artisan Market Application Form HERE! If you require any additional information or have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me (contact information listed below). We look forward to seeing you at the Festival this year; thanks for your time! Kristi Tegg | Vendor Services Vancouver Folk Music Festival - July 13-15, 2012 468-411 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1X4 p: (604) 602-9798 ex. 403 | f: (604) 602-9790 m: (604) 802-0914 | twitter: @VanFolkFest |
2012 Swartz Bay Marketplace |
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 BC Ferries is seeking Expressions of Interest from local artists, artisans and vendors for its 2012 Swartz Bay Marketplace. The services required are described in the attached document found here. If possible, it would be appreciated if you could post this information for your members and/or forward it to individuals you feel would be interested. Any questions can be forwarded to my attention. Thank you in advance for your assistance. Mireille Mireille Tahiani Administrative Coordinator, Terminal Operations Swartz Bay British Columbia Ferry Services Inc. T: (250) 655-6101 F: (250) 655-3183 mireille.tahiani@bcferries.com www.bcferries.com |
Fletcherfoto Gallery Rental |
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Fletcherfoto Gallery Rental Fletcherfoto Gallery in downtown Duncan is the perfect gallery for your next show. Rates are available for both 2 week or 1 month shows. The gallery is small, the walls are empty and white, the location excellent and the lighting perfect. All forms of art encouraged. Please call if you are interested in renting the space for a show. 250 732-0462 www.fletcherfoto.ca |
Long Beach Workshop with Paul Fletcher |
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Long Beach Workshop At long last I have finally confirmed the 2011 Long Beach 3 day weekend photography workshop for June 15-17. We will be staying at the Ocean Village Resort. Accommodations are double occupancy, so if you are not traveling with a friend or a partner, then we will double you up with a compatible person. The cabins are right beside the beach and have small kitchens if you want to eat in. Saturday night we will likely eat together at a local restaurant where we can share our days adventures. We will meet at the Ocean Village Resort mid afternoon on the 15th and leave mid afternoon on the Sunday. We will have a meeting room at our accommodation where we will be able to have a nightly review of our days work. We will be visiting beaches, the intertidal zone at low tide, the fishing village of Tofino and some rainforest trails. There will be lots of one-on-one instructional opportunities. Recommended equipment includes a DSLR camera with extra lenses, a sturdy tripod, and a dedicated flash. Cost of the workshop instruction and accommodation is $400. Please let me (Paul Fletcher) know if you would be interested in attending this workshop at 250 732-0462 www.fletcherfoto.ca. |
Susan Jacks Benefit Concert |
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March 10, 2012 7PMUniversity of Victoria Centre Farquhar Auditorium Canadian singer/songwriter Susan Jacks received a kidney transplant in February 2010. Her new kidney was donated by her brother Billy whose name was used for her first international hit "Which Way You Goin’ Billy?". Susan now devotes much of her time working with the Kidney Foundation of Canada and will be performing a benefit concert on March 10, 2012 to promote the need for organ donation. The concert will kick off The Kidney Foundation of Canada’s Kidney Health Month in March. Tickets available at http://auditorium.uvic.ca $50 reserved seating $100 VIP seating – includes meet and greet with Susan Jacks after the show |
Vancouver Island University |
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Life Sculpting Workshop with Emily Morgan |
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 Emily Morgan will teach 2 separate Life Sculpting Workshops. The first workshop is : January Sat. 21st Sunday 22nd The second workshop: January Sat. 28th Sunday 29th Times: Starting at 10 am. to 12:30 (break for lunch) 1:30 to 4pm. A brief description: A workshop for beginners and non beginners in sculpting the human form. The students will have individual instruction in building the figure. We will produce 2 sculptures. Saturday we will build an under life-sized bust. Sunday we will produce a small reclining female figure. Sculpting Tools will be provided. Clay materials included in the price. Workshop Price: $195.00 Workshops will be intensive and fun. There will be a 20 dollar per person fee to fire work in Emily's kiln. Places are limited to accomodate the most attention to each person so please, let me know soon. Emily Morgan Sculpture Studio /Gallery Cowichan Bay Waterfront (Behind True Grain Bakery,Cowichan Bay) Home: 250 748 0795 cell: 1 250 415 2257 email: sculptem@hotmail.com |
This month at Imagine That! |
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Cowichan Valley Arts Café |
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Points Art Gallery |
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Christine Allan at Pioneer House |
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Show and Sale of Art by Christine Allan at Pioneer House Restaurant until Jan. 2012
 More information at: www.chrisallanartgallery.com |
Flower Portraits by Judi Pedder |
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Comox Artist Judi Pedder is showing her work at The Gallery @ Qualicum Art Supply, 206 First Avenue West, Qualicum Beach 250-752-3471. November 21, 2011 - February 20, 2012 At the request of the gallery, Judi is showing only some of her flower portraits, painted with watercolours on Masa paper on canvas - technique developed by Judi.  Since discovering Masa paper Judi has taught many workshops on this unique way of creating textures in your work. She has never, in almost 20 years, seen a book, video, DVD or workshop, other than her own, advertised anywhere, so she recently filled that gap by producing a DVD entitled "Preparing and Painting on Masa Paper" which is available from her gallery/studio or from her web site www.judipedder.com. |
Joy Through Music |
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A Gift of Music |
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Realization Alliance |
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Upcoming Workshops. Warmland Calligraphers |
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 Upcoming Workshops: Book Binding - January - no date yet. Joan Byers The Warmland Calligraphers of the Cowichan Valley is a non-profit group formed to facilitate the exchange of information between calligraphers and to promote interest in and appreciation of calligraphy as an art form within the community. |
Voice Lessons with Annette Lampson |
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VOICE LESSONS WITH ANNETTE LAMPSON
Uncovering the voice naturally while realigning your body-instrument with cosmic, enlivening forces. Classical Art song, world folk song. Therapeutic work also.For group or individual lessons, and information about classes, contact annette.lampson@gmail.com |
West Coast Sculpture Association |
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 The West Coast Sculpture Association is a group of artists dedicated to the development of Sculpture on the west coast of Canada. Their goals are to educate artists and the public about sculpture and sculpture technique, to provide resources, network with arts communities and other artists, and increase public awareness and appreciation for sculpture. For details please go to their web site at www.westcoastsculpture.org. |
Cedar/Yellow Point Art Club |
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Cedar/Yellow Point Art Club This art club will offer it’s members: • monthly sketch group meetings • presentations, demonstrations & workshops by professional artists • group art shows and • a place to meet and socialize with other artists in the community This new art club will serve the region between Nanaimo and Ladysmith and is open to all artists, beginners, emerging and professional. To register or add your name to our list serve please contact: Pauline Hunt Email: paulih@mac.com Phone: 250 245-2754 |
Cowichan Valley Concert Band |
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Cowichan Valley Concert Band We are in Duncan and need to grow the band. Dust off your instrument in the closet and get back into it or if you already play come on out! We meet on Thursday evenings at 7:30-9:30. We particularly need Percussion, Flutes, Saxophones, Bass Clarinet, Bass Guitar, French Horn & Oboe. If you play something else we still need you :) We accept all levels to give people a chance to grow. Practice makes perfect! Contact us! Sabrina Francis 250-715-0689 or robsabcolton@gmail.com And Tom Rothney: thomas_rothney@telus.net 
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