2018 ANNUAL REPORT
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228—31st Avenue Vernon, BC V1T 2H3 250-545-3173 www.vernonpublicartgallery.com
Front/Back Cover Image: Tape 2 (Detail) Gabriel Delaney, 2017, UV Screen Print 101.6 x 71 .1cm The Collection of the Vernon Public Art Gallery
The 2018 Annual Report is presented at the Annual General Meeting of the Vernon Public Art Gallery Society on March 26, 2019. 2
CONTENTS Mission & Vision …………………………………………..……………… 4 Message from the President ………………..………..……………. 5 Message from the Executive Director ………………..………… 6 The Future VPAG …………………………………………..…………….. 9 Message from the Curator …………………………..………….... 10 Exhibitions ……………………………………………………………….... 12 Okanagan Print Triennial …………………………….. 16 Publications ……………………………………………….... 17
Acquisitions ……………………………………………….... 18 Programming and Events …………………………………………… 22 Visitation …………………………………………………………………... 28 Gallery Shop ………………………………………………... 30 Online Engagement ………….…………….………..…. 31 Membership & Community ………………………….. 32
Financial Statements …………………………………………………. 34 Staff …………………………………………………………………………... 36 Board of Directors ……………………………………………………... 37 Volunteers ……………………………………………………………….... 38 Sponsors & Support ……………………………………….………... 40 3
Mission The Vernon Public Art Gallery exists to connect our community to the creative presence and possibilities within the visual arts through its exhibitions and activities
Vision
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The Vernon Public Art Gallery will broaden its connections within the community and become a critically acclaimed regional art gallery
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
The cultural referendum, which gave the green light for a new, purpose built cultural facility, was a galvanizing force among voters and candidates throughout the 2018 civic election. The clear victor was the local cultural community, and that victory just goes to show how much momentum for this project has been building over time. I’d like to thank the staff and volunteers who managed to pull together a successful vote within such a short timeline leading up to the election. The VPAG is in a healthy position as we move into 2019. Visitations and membership levels have remained consistent and the staff has been actively implementing operational efficiencies and a funding plan to prepare us for the transition and growth that the new cultural facility will provide. To lead the future direction of this transition, the board of directors is currently engaged in the strategic planning process ensuring that the VPAG will be well aligned for change.
It has been a terrific year, and the future holds nothing but promise. But... there is still much work to be done. Now is our time and we need everyone (including you!) to help us push this project through to its completion. A capital campaign is on the horizon and we are looking for individuals to get involved on our various committees. Please do what you can to make this new cultural facility a reality for our community! Call the gallery today 250-545-3173 or email our Executive Director Dauna Kennedy at dauna@vernonpublicartgallery.com.
Andrew Powell President
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It was a big year at the Vernon Public Art Gallery in 2018. Reaching my 10-year milestone as Executive Director this year, I was thrilled to celebrate it with passing of our Cultural Centre Referendum on October 20! So many people have been involved in recognizing our dire need and pushing the initiative for a new facility forward— our combined efforts have finally paid off. There is still a considerable amount of work to do with the launch of a capital fundraising campaign and the process for a final building design, but we have the support of the community behind us and are well on our way. Thank you to everyone who helped us to reach this point.
ensure our operational foundation is solid as we move into the final phases of the facility development and transition. During 2018, the VPAG secured funding for one co-op student to conduct a thorough review of our permanent collection and an intern to create a fund development plan for gallery operations.
I’d like to say a special thank you to my gallery team. The short window we were given to conduct our vote yes campaign meant that much of my focus was diverted away from regular operations. The staff all pulled together not only to help with the campaign, but to ensure our programming was not impacted. I am very proud to work with such a dedicated team.
We received a large number of acquisitions to our permanent collection in 2018 thanks to generous donations from artists and the Acton Acquisition fund. Through our partnership in the Okanagan Print Triennial, our acquisition committee has placed a focus on printmaking within our collection to accompany other contemporary works.
In preparation of moving to the new facility, the VPAG has been working behind the scenes on improving systems for operational efficiencies and conducting reviews of our permanent collection and organizational policies. We feel it is important to
Our Art Education has continued to grow in popularity and is up an additional 30% over last year. With the continued growth in this program, the VPAG is seeking additional grant funds to allow us to expand in order to meet demand and position us for the future.
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I encourage you to read our Curatorial Report by Lubos Culen to learn more about our 2018 exhibitions and the focus of the gallery’s curatorial program over the past year. The VPAG also produced 6 ISBN registered publications to accompany its exhibitions and further the dialogue of critical content.
The VPAG was successful in receiving grants from the following funders during 2018: · Regional District of the North Okanagan · BC Arts Council (including the creation of 1 temporary position) · Province of British Columbia · Canadian Heritage (for the creation of 3 temporary positions) · BC Museums Association
MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
I would like to sincerely thank our members, donors, and sponsors for their generosity and recognition of the philanthropic need of the gallery. Please refer to page 40 for a complete list of our supporters and funding agencies. Together we create the opportunities for critical and innovative thought for all demographics in the North Okanagan. Thank you for your commitment and support. Dauna Kennedy Executive Director
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On October 20, 2018 the Regional District of the North Okanagan cast 7,850 ’yes’ votes to pass the Cultural Centre Referendum.
THE FUTURE VPAG
The new facility, anchored by the Vernon Public Art Gallery and the Greater Vernon Museum and Archives, will provide Vernon and our surrounding communities with a beautiful purpose-built space to better house and display historically and culturally significant works. We look forward to serving our community with larger galleries, dedicated education spaces, more publiclyaccessible spaces and a stunning new building for the entire community.
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MESSAGE FROM THE CURATOR The VPAG strives to organize meaningful exhibitions and programing that address various issues in the current contemporary art practices in Canada and internationally. The VPAG’s curatorial research advances conceptual contributions towards creating new critical content of contemporary art practices in Canada and internationally. In 2018, the VPAG organized 18 exhibitions and presented exhibitions by established senior and midcareer Canadian artists complemented by communitybased exhibitions including elementary and high school students’ work, local First Nations arts collective, and emerging artists graduating from the BFA program at the UBCO. Additional exhibition opportunities are offered annually to the gallery members. The gallery organized exhibitions featuring a variety of media including video, installations, site-specific installation, printmaking, drawing, collage, and painting. The gallery’s focus on the presentation of contemporary artistic production was realized in the site-specific installation produced by Calgary-based Derek Besant. The installation of large-scale digital paintings by Kelowna-based Myron Campbell was designed to incite a public dialogue about how the development in urban and rural areas contribute to the 10
displacement and loss of natural ecosystems. An additional exhibition of experimental printmaking by Edmonton-based Sean Caulfield was exhibited based on the gallery’s focus to feature one printmaking exhibition a year since the inception of the Okanagan Print Triennial in 2009. Ongoing partnerships and collaboration with several institutions which include the Vernon Regional Library, Mackie Lake House Foundation, Vernon Film Society, and Department of Creative Studies at the UBC Okanagan, allowed the Gallery to reach wider audiences through organizing and hosting long and short term exhibitions at the Gallery and in public spaces. In addition to the Gallery’s focus on educational values, the exhibitions presented at the Gallery are aimed at increasing the development of artistic potential and professionalism of artists. The Gallery offers guidance for local and emerging artists with the development of exhibition submission packages, artist statements, exhibition layout and artwork presentations. The Gallery invites community participation through exhibitions, lectures, workshops, artist talks, and guided exhibition tours.
The VPAG is pleased to offer educational programming to the public. Our Curator and Education Coordinator deliver these programs with an emphasis on the interpretation, contextual significance, and the artwork’s placement within Canadian historical and contemporary art practices.
Lubos Culen Curator
Myron Campbell, Chapter LIV: The Governor, 2017, Digital Print on Falconboard
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EXHIBITIONS
BRIAR CRAIG Words on Paper (and other things) January 4 to March 1, 2018
KEVIN SPETIFORE What’s Around the Corner? January 4 to March 9, 2018
SAGE SIDLEY Planes of View January 4 to March 9, 2018
KAMA? CREATIVE ABORIGINAL ART COLLECTIVE Appropriation January 4 to March 9, 2018
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SEAN CAUFIELD Active Workings March 8 to May 16, 2018
SD22 ELEMENTARY STUDENTS Art from the Heart March 17 to April 12, 2018
SD22 SECONDARY STUDENTS Art and Soul April 19 to May 16, 2018
Installation view of Briar Craig’s Words on Paper (and other things)
DEREK BESANT The Dark Woods (Revisited) May 24 to July 18, 2018
UBCO BFA GRADUATES Emergence May 24 to July 18, 2018
THE BRIDGE YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES Overcoming the Darkness May 24 to June 24, 2018
MIDSUMMER’S ARTISTS 2018 Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts Auction Preview June 28 to July 18, 2018 13
KEITH LANGERGRABER Betrayal at Babylon July 26 to October 3, 2018
JENNIFER DYCK Slow Down! Big Themes Ahead July 26 to October 31, 2018
DEIRDRE HOFER Fallen July 26 to October 31, 2018
VERNON PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB Spirit of the Lens July 26 to October 3, 2018
MYRON CAMPBELL Ghosts of Roberts Lake October 11 to December 19, 2018
JOLENE MACKIE Curious Reflections: Mackie House Artist in Residence October 11 to December 19, 2018
VPAG MEMBERS Exposed! November 8 to December 19, 2018
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Opposite Page: Installation view of Sean Caufield’s Active Workings
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OKANAGAN PRINT TRIENNIAL March 23 to May 27, 2018 Hosted by the Kelowna Art Gallery Curated by Briar Craig and Lubos Culen The first triennial hosted in 2009 featured the works of Canadian print artists and has since grown to an international exhibition of contemporary printmaking. The 2018 OPT exhibited 51 works by 21 artists representing 8 countries. And welcomed 5,612 visitors during the exhibition run. Ericka Walker was selected as the winner of OPT 2018 and will have a solo exhibition at the Kelowna Art Gallery that will run concurrently with the 2021 OPT at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. The publication Okanagan Print Triennial 2018 featuring a contribution by Anieszka Maria Matejko was produced by the KAG in tandem with this exhibition. The OPT is a partnership between the Vernon Public Art Gallery, Kelowna Art Gallery, and the University of British Columbia—Okanagan.
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(Detail) Belinda Griffith, Soul Substance 3, 2017,Monoprint
PUBLICATIONS Briar Craig | Words on Paper (and other things) ISBN: 9781927407417
75-page, softcover book published in tandem with the exhibition of the same name. Features the writing of Lubos Culen and Carolyn MacHardy.
Sage Sidley | Planes of View ISBN: 9781927407424
7-page brochure published in tandem with the exhibition of the same name. Features writing by Carin Covin.
Sean Caufield: Active Workings ISBN: 9781927407431
44-page softcover book published for the 2018 Okanagan Print Triennial and the exhibition of the same name. Features the writing of Lubos Culen and Stephanie Bailey.
Derek Michael Besant: The Dark Woods (Revisited) ISBN: 9781927407448
70-page softcover book published in tandem with the exhibition of the same name. Features the writing of Lubos Culen, Derek Michael Besant, and Alberto PĂŠrezGomez.
Emergence: Moozhan Ahmadzadegan, Arden Boehm, Mathew Glenn, Sarah Kapp, Kara Sikora ISBN: 9781927407455
29-page softcover book published in tandem with our 2018 UBCO BFA Graduation show. Features introductions from Dauna Kennedy, Lubos Culen, Myron Campbell, and Katherine Pickering.
Myron Campbell: Ghosts of Robert Lake ISBN: 9781927407462
43-page softcover book published in tandem with the exhibition of the same name. Features the writing of Lubos Culen, Michael Boyce, and Myron Campbell. 17
ACQUISITIONS
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Derek Michael Besant Study for The Dark Woods – “TOUCH” 2018 UV ink on Shibouri veil 25 x 25 cm Donated by the artist
Briar Craig DESERVE WHAT YOU WANT 2014 UV Screen Print, ed. 8/12 81.3 x 55.9 cm (image), 101.6 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Derek Michael Besant Study for The Dark Woods – “FEAR” 2018 UV ink on Shibouri veil 25 x 25 cm Donated by the artist
Briar Craig WHITE WASH PRIVILEGE 2017 UV Screen Print, ed. 3/8 81.3 x 58.4 cm (image), 101.6 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Derek Michael Besant Study for The Dark Woods – “HIDE” 2018 UV ink on Shibouri veil 25 x 25 cm Donated by the artist
Briar Craig BAT LOVE 2016 UV Screen Print, ed. T/P #2 1/2 82.5 x 55.9 cm (image), 104.1 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig IAMBIC HYSTERIA 2012 UV Screen Print, ed. 8/12 81.3 x 55.9 cm (image), 101.6 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig YOUNG LOVE 2016 UV Screen Print, ed. T/P 2/4 83.8x 57.2 cm (image), 104.1 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Opposite page: Briar Craig, TRUMP CARD, 2017, UV Screen Print, ed. T/P 3/3
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Briar Craig WANT WHAT YOU WANT 2015 UV Screen Print, ed. 6/10 40.6 x 30.5 cm (image), 74.9 x 50.8 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig DOWNSIDE UP 2017 UV Screen Print, ed. S/P 1/1 76.2 x 58.4 cm (image), 101.6 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig TRUMP CARD 2017 UV Screen Print, ed. 7/10 40.6 x 30.5 cm (image), 72.4 x 50.8 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig TWELVE BARS BLUE 2014 UV Screen Print, ed. 2/10 88.9 x 57.2 cm (image), 101.6 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig WILL YOU MAKE 2018 UV Screen Print, ed. T/P 3/3 81.3 x 58.4 cm (image), 73.7 x 55.9 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig POST TRUTH 2017 UV Screen Print, ed. 2/8 90.2 x 57.2 cm (image), 108 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig NOSTRADAM US: AGNOSTIC 2011 UV Screen Print, ed. 5/10 81.3 x 57.2 cm (image), 102.9 x 66 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig IT WILL BE CLEAR SOON 2015 UV Screen Print, ed. 6/12 90.2 x 58.4 cm (image), 108 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Briar Craig MISINFORMATION 2017 UV Screen Print, ed. T/P 4/6 86.4 x 58.4 cm (image), 106.7 x 72.4 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Gabriel Delaney Tape 5 2017 UV Screen Print 71.1 x 53.3 cm Purchased by the Acton Acquisition Fund
Briar Craig A SMATTER OF FACT (GHOST) 2017 UV Screen Print, ed. 2/5 85.1 x 58.4 cm (image), 105.4 x 73.7 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Belinda Griffith Soul Substance 1 2017 Monoprint 70 x 50 cm Purchased by the Vernon Public Art Gallery Society
Briar Craig WRITTEN IN STONE 2017 UV Screen Print, ed. 3/8 81.3 x 58.4 cm (image), 101.6 x 71.1 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Belinda Griffith Soul Substance 6 2017 Monoprint 70 x 50 cm Purchased by the Vernon Public Art Gallery Society
Briar Craig ANAGRAM 2014 UV Screen Print, ed. 7/12 85.1 x 58.4 cm (image), 101.6 x 72.4 cm (paper) Donated by the artist
Keith Langergraber Shorts Creek 2016 Pen and ink and collage on paper 15 x 21 cm (28 x 34 cm with frame) Donated by the artist
Gabriel Delaney Tape 2 2017 UV Screen Print 101.6 x 71.1 cm Purchased by the Acton Acquisition Fund
Kelsey Stephenson Watershed 2015 Monoprint / Installation 242 x 412 cm Purchased by the VPAG
Opposite page: (Detail) Kelsey Stephenson, Watershed, 2015, Monoprint/Installation
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EDUCATION PROGRAMS 2018 SCHOOL PROGRAMS SPONSORED BY KAL-TIRE
2018 School Visit Month-to-Month 2017 School Visit Month-to-Month
2014 325 Participants
2015 821 Participants 2016 1021 Participants
2017 1482 Participants
2018 1920 Participants 22
The mission of the VPAG to connect our community to the creative presence and possibilities within the visual arts is extended in a large way through our Education Programs. Since the implementation of our successful School Programs and along with additional educationbased projects, visitors to the gallery engaged in our educational programming have increased substantially.
traditional classroom. The VPAG School Program has grown 29.7% in 2018 over 2017 and 88.2% since introducing the Education Coordinator position to permanent gallery staff in 2016.
Education and learning opportunities through art are a main focus at the VPAG. Education is closely tied with many of our public programs and we recognize the need In 2018 Education Programs accounted for 22.1% of all for diverse educational experiences. Discuss and Create, exhibition visitors. Our School Programs hosted 1922 the Book Club/Art Salon, and Educator-led tours are students and teachers ranging from pre-school to Grade 2018 initiatives that we are keen to develop and expand 12. We take pride that students and educators alike on in the future. choose the VPAG to extend learning beyond the
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As a public institution the VPAG is dedicated to providing access to the highest quality of visual arts and art-related programming for our community. Our 2018 public programs ranged from monthly drop-in workshops to semi-regular artist talks and community roundtables. By establishing diverse and engaging programs that are open to the general public we strive to encourage curiosity and creativity in Vernon. The VPAG offers programming for audiences of all ages and aims to keep program fees low or free to remain as accessible as possible for all community members. Artist talks are our fastest-growing program in popularity and provide unique insight and greater understanding of our exhibitions. Attendance at our Artist talks in 2018 increased 167.9% over 2017. Direct from the artist, audience members learn about the exhibition and after the presentation they are welcomed to ask questions and take a closer look at the works. Family Saturdays and Mini Artists, our monthly creative sessions, remain hubs of artistic activity.
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2017 Participation
PUBLIC PROGRAMS
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2018 Events
2017 Events
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The arts and culture scene is truly alive . Our calendar of special events at the gallery and around the community generate opportunities for the VPAG to connect with our supporters and cultivate a unique art experience that only the VPAG can provide.
EVENTS
Our signature fundraiser, Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts, was a record-breaking event in 2018. Staff, summer students, interns, and volunteers from the community worked together to produce another beautiful event at Turtle Mountain Vineyards. With the generosity of 61 contributing artists and 79 donors, the VPAG raised $62,000.00! Many thanks to all who contributed to the event, a complete list of partners and donors is included on page 41 . Riot on the Roof, our largest event, brought together a unique mix of visual artists, performance artists, musicians, art installations, and street artists for a colourful and transformative evening in the downtown Vernon Parkade.
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Art After Dark, Pinot and Paint, the inaugural Culture Crawl, and participation in community events like the Sunshine Festival and Vernon Winter Carnival continue to be highlights at the gallery.
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VISITATION Part of the VPAG vision is to broaden its connections within the community and in 2018 we extended our vision beyond the gallery walls to provide all our visitors, those who experience our programming , and external community events with a great art experience. 2018 was a timely year to increase our connectivity; the Okanagan Print Triennial, Cultural Centre Referendum and numerous community initiatives with collaborative opportunities provided ideal platforms for our staff and volunteers to extend the reach of the gallery. Consistent exhibition attendance and an increase in off-site visitation resulted.
Total Visitation
56.9% Onsite Exhibitions and Events
43.1% Offsite Exhibitions and Events
Visitor Demographic
73.6% Adult Visitors (19+)
29.4% Youth Visitors (0-18)
Primary Reason for Visiting
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60.5% Exhibitions
Okanagan Print Triennial
2018 Regular Visitation 2018 Off-Site and Special Event Visitation 2017 Regular Visitation 2017 Off-Site and Special Event Visitation 5-YR Average
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GALLERY SHOP The gallery shop [provides a unique platform for local artists , artisans, and creatives to showcase their work. We are pleased to have featured the work of 117 artists in our gallery shop during 2018. 73.5% of artists are from the Okanagan Valley
Our Art Rental and Sales Program also provides a distinctive opportunity for artists to showcase their work to the public outside of our regular exhibition spaces. In 2018, 23 local artists ranging from painters and printmakers to photographers showed their work in the gallery shop. The Art Sales and Rentals program has a successful year with purchases and rentals made by local collectors, film productions, and local businesses.
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16.2% of artists are from elsewhere in BC 8.5% of artists are from outside of BC 1.7% of artists are from the USA (relocated from Canada)
ONLINE ENGAGEMENT 14.7% increase in Followers 12.2% increase in VPAG page likes
5.9% increase in total Impressions 41.1% increase in retweets 17.5% increase in likes
12.5% increase in likes per-post 13.23% decrease in posts
2018 Online Engagement
28.45% Website Visits
The VPAG expanded our organization’s online presence by implementing cross-platform strategies, increasing engagement with followers, and creating high-quality original content. By bringing the Gallery experience online, the VPAG is exploring new ways to connect with our supporters and grow the reach of arts and culture beyond the Gallery walls. Overall the VPAG’s online engagement increased by 7.7% in 2018. By strategically utilizing social media platforms and upgrading sections of the VPAG website we accumulated 111,955 unique interactions online from January through December 2018.
66.81% Twitter Impressions/Engagements 3.36% Instagram Likes 1.37% Facebook Likes
2017 Online Engagement
30.84% Website Visits
63.98% Twitter Impressions/Engagements 3.93% Instagram Likes 1.24% Facebook Likes 31
MEMBERSHIP & COMMUNITY Chase
Salmon Arm Kamloops
Enderby
Armstrong
VERNON
Lumby Coldstream
Membership Distribution 61.6% live in Vernon 14.7% live in Coldstream 18.0% live elsewhere in the Okanagan 3.3% live elsewhere in BC 1.9% live in Alberta 0.5% live in the Yukon
Lake Country Winfield
Kelowna West Kelowna
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VPAG Members who purchased or renewed their membership in 2018 reflect consistent support for arts and culture in the Greater Vernon Area. As dedicated supporters, VPAG Members made up 11.8% of annual visitation and 48.5% of attendance at special events and public programs in 2018. In 2018 the VPAG introduced three Philanthropy Circles within the membership program; the Innovation Circle, Discovery Circle, and Influence Circle. Circle Membership offers avenues for more substantial financial contributions and increased recognition and benefits from the Gallery. These Circles are an
investment in the community. Membership provides stable funding for our community to experience a culture of creativity and learning. Membership revenue increased in 2018 by 6.8% over 2017, making the past year the most fiscally successful year thus far for membership. Gradually shifting membership demographics reflect an increase in renewals as well as an increase in memberships being purchased outside of the Greater Vernon Area. The VPAG would like to thank all of our members for their generous and continued support of our organization.
Membership Renewals
64.7% Renewed Membership
35.3% New Membership
Membership Transactions 2017 v. 2018
343 Transactions in 2017
342 Transactions in 2018
2018 Membership by Type
50.9% Individual Members
28.1% Family Members
19.0% Corporate Members
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FINANCIALS
On March 26, 2019 a complete financial report was presented at the Annual General Meeting. For more details about the report please send your request to Dauna Kennedy at 250-545-3173 or dauna@vernonpublicartgallery.com
2018 REVENUE
GRANTS (78.92%) 47.57% Greater Vernon Services 31.35% Additional Grants and Funding
4.10% Sponsorship 1.10% General Donations 0.37% Acquisition Fund Donation DONATIONS & SPONSORSHIP (5.57%) 34
EARNED & MISC. (8.87%) 40.33% General Sales 13.37% Membership Purchases 13.31% Education and Workshop Fees 10.04% Riot on the Roof Sales 7.40% Art Rentals and Sales 6.77% Tickets and Event Sales 5.65% Art After Dark 1.68% Exhibition Sales 1.44% Misc. Sales
FUNDRAISING (15.49%) 15.15% Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts 0.34% Other Fundraisers
2018 EXPENSES INVENTORY & RETAIL (3.54%) FUND DEVELOPMENT (4.91%) EXHIBITIONS & PROGRAMS (11.78%) 0.64% Permanent Collection 2.68% Education & Public Programs 8.46% Exhibitions 63.81% Artist Fees 18.27% Exhibition Preparation 17.92% Printed Materials and Publications
ADMINISTRATION & OPERATIONS (79.77%)
ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATION (5.92%) 1.3% Promotions 1.65% Administration 2.96% Professional Services FACILITY (12.37%)
STAFF & PERSONNEL (81.71%)
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STAFF Dauna Kennedy Executive Director Lubos Culen Curator Laura Ashton & Kelly MacIntosh Marketing and Programming Coordinator Alanna Haggard Marketing and Events Coordinator Kelsie Balehowsky Education and Administration Coordinator Alexandra Hlynka Education and Administration Coordinator Amber Powell Preparator Trudy Kemper Bookkeeper
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Michele Varcoe Gallery Shop Carmen Winther Art Sales and Rentals Katrina Hilliard Fund Development Intern Karol Hanek Permanent Collections Intern Peter Navatil Summer Student
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
as of December 2018
Andrew Powell President Marion Morrison Past President Kyle Britton Treasurer Sigrid-Ann Thors Director Bonnie Thomas Director Jay Gillman Director Edward Woolley Director Shell Duggan Director Lars Glimhagen Director
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VOLUNTEERS The Vernon Public Art Gallery was founded by a group of enthusiastic volunteers and to this day we rely on the dedication and generosity of people in our community to achieve our goals and fulfill our mission to showcase the highest-quality of visual art and to enrich the cultural fabric of the Greater Vernon Area.
53.1% Operations + Programs 35.1% Special Events 11.8% Referendum Campaign Equivalent to a donation of $15,470.05
We would like to extend our gratitude to the following people who have supported us in 2018 by donating their time and expertise to the gallery in numerous ways:
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Increase of 20.9% over 2017
Bruce Acton
Lorraine Brotsky
Geoff Elliott
Shalee Adcock
Tracy Cobb
Raquel Enns
Jeanne Arcand
Rob Culos
Frances Evans
Tom Baker
George van Delft
Myles Ferryman
Barbara Bell
Marilyn Dennis
Joanne Georgeson
Ella Birkitt
Cindy Dixon
Bill Gilmour
Jen Boucher
Rod Drennan
Jaylen Grant
Paul Britton
June Duncan
Keiran Grant
Dave Brotsky
Lynn Ehrman
Karol Hanek
Val Harrison
Angitha Mridurah
Dorothy Simpson
Maurine Hatch
Peter Navatil
Cathie Stewart
Shirley Higgins
Coleen Noel
Lori Strom
Liam Huffman
Susan Novecoski
Michele Varcoe
Maryanne Jespersen
D’Ann Osborne
Dal Vir
Sarah Kennedy
Nancy Ostafew
Lila Ward
Nevada Krog
Jan Pronovost
Gale Woodhouse
MacKenzie Kuziw
Nadine Poznanski
Karina Wolf
Roger Lamoureux
Elisabeth Reymond
Leea Lawson
Roxanne Ricard
Joann Little
Kelly Rogers
Jane Lister
Pat Routeledge
Yvonne Logan
Debbie Ryall
Dave Marcoux
Christine Schmidt
Marilyn Marcoux
Carolina Sanchez de Bustamente
Denise Marsh Anne MacLeod Matthew Mautimeau Bruce McDougal
Cathy Schultz Todd Schultz
A special ‘Thank You’ to all who assisted the VPAG and GVMA in organizing the 2018 Referendum Campaign. ‘Vote YES for Culture’ succeeded!
Thank you to everyone who donated their time directly or indirectly to the VPAG. If your name has been omitted in error, please let us know.
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SPONSORS & SUPPORT ANNUAL FUNDING PARTNERS
CORPORATE PARTNERS Bannister Honda Kal Tire Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services 40
Event Sponsors Art After Dark: Woolley & Co. Riot on the Roof: A&W Davidson Pringle Lawyers Attridge Roko Service Vernon Roofing
Preferred Partners Canadian Tire Cracked Pepper Catering Davids Tea Elephant Storage Fermco The Fig Bistro Grey Monk Estate Winery Nadine’s Fine Art Supply Okanagan Spring Brewery Okanagan Spirits Olive Us Olive Oil and Vinegar Tasting Room Prestige Vernon Lodge and Conference Centre Pretium Catering Starbucks Coffee Company Sun FM The Village Cheese Company Wentworth Music Supply
MIDSUMMER’S EVE OF THE ARTS Sponsors Presenting Sponsor: Bannister Honda Silver Sponsors: Nor-Val Rentals Printech Bronze Sponsors: Avalon Event Rentals Inc. Valley Auction Ltd Peter Solymosi Media Sponsor: Beach Radio 107.5 Contributing Artists Bruce Acton Shalee Renee Adcock Kara Barkved Rick Bond MJ Borovickic Alysse Bowd Amy Bradshaw Megan Byers Ria Carpay Norm Clunies-Ross Chloe Corbet Carin Covin Briar Craig Leon Danchin Tyler Dellebur
Carol Dodds Cindy Downey Betty van Driel June Duncan Alecia Dyck Eclipse Galloway Donna M. Gorrill Carrie Harper Barbarajean Hennessy Maryanne Jespersen Ursula Kabis Sherry Kalloch Lorena R. Krause Patricia Neil Lawton Wanda Lock Jolene Mackie Paul MacTavish Kate Maj Shirley Mikaelsen Bonnie Miller Kristie Moore NAV Ann Nicholson Destanne Norris Ruth Nygard Julie Oakes Tatianna O’Donnell Jay Page James Posthill Amber Powell David Powter 41
Red Dog Glass Studio Barbara Rety Ann Richards Marg Robertson Eileen Sawracki Kaitlin Serafin Kevin Spetifore Carmen Thompson Heidi Thompson Nancy Vince Linda Wadley Marlise Witschi Ann Willsie Gary Whitley Nicole Young Donors Aberdeen Dental Centre Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort Air North, Yukon’s aIRLINE The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Aspen Breeze Bed & Breakfast Bannister Honda Beachcomber Home Leisure Boa Thong Thai Food Restaurant Bonnie Thomas Bookland Bourbon Street Bar and Grill Buffie Moir The BX Press Cidery & Orchard Caetani Cultural Centre 42
Caravan Farm Theatre Chatters Hair Salon City Dance Studio COBS Bread Bakery Creekside Dynamic Health Davison Orchards Country Village The District Eatery Dr. Kenneth P Lawrence Inc. East Side Liquor Company Ex Nihilo Vineyards The Fig Bistro Gallery Vertigo Good Gracious Contemporary Gifts Hotel Grand Pacific Hudson’s Bay Company Il Terrazzo Intermezzo Restaurant and Wine Cellar Kal Tire Patricia Neil Lawton Little Tex Restaurant LOCALITY London Drugs The Maritime Museum of BC The Moir Family Museum of Anthropology Museum of Vancouver Naramata Bench Winery Association Nature’s Fare Markets Nixon Wenger LLP Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy LTD Olive Tree Interior Designs
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