© William Van Orden
O F F T H E B E AT E N PAT H Quadra Island Studio Tour Kicks-Off G OR D ON JA M ES ARTISTS ARE PREPARING to welcome
printmakers, sculptors, potters, fabric
the public to the Quadra Island Studio
artists, glass artists and more will have
Tour after a two year break. The Kick-
their work on display and many will
Off Weekend happens on June 4 and 5,
be offering demonstrations of their
2022, on Quadra Island, across Discov-
techniques. In addition to the many
ery Passage from Campbell River. Take
studios, there are artist displays, a
a quick 10 minute ferry ride and spend
food concession - presented by Ka-
the day exploring all the incredible par-
meleon Restaurant - a group show
ticipating artists in the Studio Tour.
and washroom facilities are located at the Community Centre. You can pur-
This year the Studio Tour is paying tribute to the work and legacy of William Van Orden
chase a tour ticket which enters you a chance to win one of many stunning art prizes.
who departed in 2021. William did molding, casting and painting of the sea creatures of the Pacific North
Tickets for the weekend tour are $5 and are available at
West. His work has been recognized by many as being
Inspirations, Copper Coast Art and Gifts, Quadra Re-
among the finest replicas of our diverse marine life.
sorts, Campbell River Art Gallery and Comox Valley
William's family have graciously offered to open his
Art Gallery.
studio for the tour weekend. The work will not be for sale.
After the June Kick-Off weekend visitors are still invited to take a self-directed tour of many studios on
The Studio Tour is a wonderful way to explore Quadra
the island. Free maps and guides are available on the
Island and discover the beauty that lies within many
ferry and around the island. Come to Quadra Island
driveways that aren't always open to the public. Painters,
and discover the arts!
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