We are excited to announce our next members show at the Grove Gallery, titled “Sq. Ft.”
This exhibit, in the style of other popular “Square Foot Shows”, is both a celebration of our local artists and fundraiser for the arts council, all while providing the public a fun and accessible way to purchase artwork for themselves, friends or family.
The show challenges artists to create a piece of work that fits within one square foot of space—whether on a canvas, birch panel, drawing, or wall-hanging sculpture. Each piece is then sold at the same price, with 50 percent of the sales donated to the arts council, and 50 percent awarded to the artist. These affordable prices means artwork will sell fast.
This is a wonderful way for artists to let loose, and let their creativity guide them in new directions.
The deadline for submissions is Sept. 27, and the exhibit will run from Oct. 6 to Nov. 8. While we ask that all artists in the show are members, we are waiving our usual application fee to ensure both emerging and experienced artists feel welcome to apply. As well, for our student and senior artists, we provide a reduced membership rate.
Check out our website at alberniarts.com for more information and to sign up!
Strawberry Tea at the McLean Mill
Enjoy a strawberry tea at McLean Mill from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, July 6. Wear your fancy hats and bring the whole family! Includes cake, tea, music, live painting and crafts. To sign-up, visit alberniarts.com/teas-at-the-mill.
Watercolour Wednesdays
Join Adrianna for her next series of watercolour wednesday classes on July 2, July 16 and July 30 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. each night.
Covering a variety of themes, each class has a cosy and relaxed yet informative style. To learn more about what the classes themes are for July, hop on to our website at alberniarts.com/events and book your spot.
Royal Sparkling Tea at the Mill
Enjoy a truly delightful and indulgent afternoon with a Royal Sparkling Tea at McLean Mill on Sunday, July 20 from 1–3 p.m. Each ticket includes one glass of sparkling wine, music by Folk Song Circle, live painting by Guy Langlois, and of course tea and delicious eats! To sign-up, visit alberniarts.com/teas-at-the-mill.
Angela Skaley is the arts administrator for the Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley at the Grove Art Gallery (7-5440 Argyle St. at Harbour Quay). Call 250-724-3412. E-mail: admincac@shawcable.net.
