VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY
MARCH / MAY 2018 VOL. 27, NO. 2
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
T
he Okanagan Print Triennial is a joint effort between the Vernon Public Art Gallery, the Kelowna Art Gallery and UBC Okanagan. The VPAG is happy to welcome back Sean Caulfield, the winner of the 2015 International OPT for a solo exhibition which will run concurrently with the OPT which is hosted this year by the Kelowna Art Gallery. Sean’s large scale prints are impressive in scale and content and I encourage you to visit his exhibition to learn about the winning techniques he utilizes in his print practice. Our SD 22 exhibitions Art From the Heart and Art & Soul provide the youth of our community with the opportunity to showcase their artistic talent within the walls of a professional art gallery. I’d like to thank Kal Tire for their ongoing support of our school programming through their sponsorship each year. I’d like to introduce our Intern Karal Hanek who will be working with the VPAG until May, reviewing and researching our permanent collection records. Karel comes to us from the University of Victoria. Did you know that the VPAG officially turns 50 this year? Although we are actually older than that, it has been 50 years since the VPAG was incorporated as a society and we want to celebrate! Stay tuned for more information on this significant milestone. Also, remember to save the date for Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts (July 18, 2018) and Riot on the Roof (August 25, 2018). These two very popular summer events are not to be missed! Should you like to contribute to either event beyond your attendance, please feel free to contact us regarding sponsorship or donation options. See you at the VPAG! Sincerely,
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Dauna Kennedy Executive Director The Vernon Public Art Gallery
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A regular one-year VPAG membership is 31.50, that works 3 out to be ONLY $2.63 per month!
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January 11, 2018, Opening Reception Words on Paper (and other things) by Briar Craig
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EXHIBITIONS
Sean Caulfield, Fire Damp, installation images
March 8 - May 16, 2018 Sean Caulfield Active Workings Through installation, sculpture and printmaking Sean Caulfield’s work considers the ways our environment is transformed by forces of urban and industrial growth. The visual images and environments he creates blur boundaries between the biological and the technological, the organic and the mechanical, and challenge viewers to consider the implications of this merging.
Upcoming Opening Receptions The Board of Directors and Executive Director, Dauna Kennedy Grant, invite you and a guest to the opening reception of Active Workings and Artist Talk by Sean Caufield at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. Enjoy an evening of music, contemporary art, locally crafted beer, wine, and appetizers, on Thursday, March 8, 2018, from 6 p.m – 8 p.m.
2018 Opening Reception Sponsor
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EXHIBITIONS
Art From the Heart, 2017
Art and Soul, 2017
March 17 - April 12, 2018 SD 22 Elementary Students Art From the Heart
April 19 - May 16, 2018 SD 22 Secondary Students Art and Soul
The artwork in the annual exhibition by elementary students from School District #22, delights viewers with their creations, under the guidance of their art teachers. Proudly Sponsored by Kal Tire.
Artwork created by secondary students from School District #22, displays a maturity of handling various mediums and more importantly, demonstrates a strong conceptual approach. Proudly Sponsored by Kal Tire.
Upcoming Opening Receptions The Board of Directors and Executive Director, Dauna Kennedy Grant, invite you and a guest to the opening reception of Art From the Heart by School District 22 Elementary Students at the Vernon Public Art Gallery on Saturday, March 17, 2018, 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of art, music, coffee, tea, cookies and punch at the opening reception for Art From the Heart. Proudly Sponsored by Kal Tire. The Board of Directors and Executive Director, Dauna Kennedy Grant, invite you and a guest to the opening reception of Art and Soul by School District 22 Secondary Students on Thursday, April 19th from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. Enjoy an evening of art, music, appies, and punch at the opening reception for Art and Soul. Proudly Sponsored by Kal Tire.
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Saturday February 3, 2018 Artist Talk wtih Kevin Spetifore, What’s Around the Corner?
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PROGRAMMING & EVENTS
Wednesday March 7, 2018 1:00 p.m. Discuss and Create
Monday March 26, 2018 10:00 a.m. Mini Artists
Are you unsure about what contemporary art is? Would you like to learn more about art and the role of a public art gallery? Do you feel intimidated about approaching the art gallery on your own but would like to learn more about the exhibits and artists? Then Discuss and Create is for you! This adult program is geared towards people that would like to learn and engage with art but have little to no experience and do not know where to start.
Mini Artists takes place on the last Monday of every month for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and age appropriate process-based art activities. Mini Artists is for kids ages 5 and under, parents must accompany children.
Drawing from Life This session will start off with a tour of the Sage Sidley’s installation Planes of View. Inspired by her installation which consists of large scale drawings, we will practice and work on our own drawing skills by drawing from life.
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Fold and Paint This session will start off with a quick tour of the artworks in our annual elementary school exhibition Art from the Heart. Inspired by all the artworks made by different students, in different grades all using different media, we will experiment with paper, paint, and folding techniques to create our own abstract paintings.
PROGRAMMING & EVENTS
Saturday April 28, 2018 1:00 p.m. Family Saturday Join us this month to learn about Georgia O’Keeffe and her famous flower paintings! Enjoy a guided acrylic flower painting project. We will learn about mixing different hues of the same color and how to create form on flower petals.
Saturday May 5, 2018 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Gallery Shop Sale and Free Parking Day! Join us at the VPAG gallery shop for Shop Local & Free Parking Day! Enjoy coffee, tea, cookies and savings! VPAG members will receive a double discount today of 20% off and nonmembers will receive the regular membership discount of 10% off! The gallery shop is open regular Saturday hours from 11 a.m to 4 p.m on shop local day.
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Family Saturday, January 27, 2018 Family Saturday takes place on the last Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. 13
VPAG CALENDAR OF EVENTS DATE AND TIME
EVENT NAME AND LOCATION
MARCH Saturday, March 3, ALL DAY
Shop Local and FREE Parking Day
Wednesday, March 7, 1:00 p.m.
Discuss and Create at VPAG
Thursday, March 8, 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m
Exhibition Opening Reception at VPAG
Saturday, March 17, 1:00 p.m - 3:30 p.m
Exhibition Opening Reception at VPAG
Monday, March 26, 10:00 a.m
Mini Artists at VPAG
Saturday, March 31, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m
Family Saturday at VPAG
APRIL Wednesday, April 4, 1:00 p.m
Discuss and Create at VPAG
Thursday, April 19, 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m
Exhibition Opening Reception at VPAG
Saturday, April 28, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m
Family Saturday at VPAG
Monday, April 30, 10:00 a.m
Mini Artists at VPAG
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DATE AND TIME
EVENT NAME AND LOCATION
MAY Wednesday, May 2, 1:00 p.m
Discuss and Create at VPAG
Saturday May 5, ALL DAY
Shop Local and FREE Parking Day
Monday May 21, CLOSED
Victoria Day - CLOSED
Thursday, May 24, 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m
Exhibition Opening Reception at VPAG
Saturday, May 26, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m
Family Saturday at VPAG
Monday, May 28, 10:00 a.m
Mini Artists at VPAG
JUNE Wednesday, June 6, 1:00 p.m
Discuss and Create at VPAG
Monday, June 25, 10:00 a.m
Mini Artists at VPAG
Thursday, June 28, 6:00- 8:00 p.m
MEA Auction Preview Opening Reception at VPAG
Saturday, June 30, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m
Family Saturday at VPAG
“I have found the club membership to be an awesome deal. I am lucky enough to travel for my work and to visit Toronto and Montreal to see my kids. My VPAG Club Membership paid for itself in 4 months and made me feel like a welcomed member of some fantastic art destinations!!! Les musee des beaux arts in Montreal, the MOMA in San franscico, and the national gallery in Quebec City. It’s truly your gateway to the art world (to paraphrase the Kelowna airport!)”
Sarah Kennedy VPAG Club Member
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The Gallery Shop
NEW!
Check out these NEW handmade soy candles! Spring Gifts at the Gallery Shop Take advantage of downtown Vernon’s Free Parking Days on Saturday March 3rd and May 5th. We will be running some special promotions on the gallery shop on those days too! 16
ART RENTAL & SALES
Leanne Spanza, Summer Storm, acrylic, 60 x 36 inches, retail price: $1500.00 rental price $60.00/month
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he Art Rental Program is another exclusive perk to being a Vernon Public Art Gallery member! Your membership gives you access to our entire Art Rental collection and rental prices start as low as $12 per month!
There is no better way to decide if you like how a piece of original artwork looks and feels in your home than renting it before purchasing it. All monthly Art Rental fees will be put towards your purchase of the artwork you are renting if you decide you would like to keep it!
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Cover image: Sean Caulfield, Fire Damp, detail
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WEDNESDAY JULY 18, 2018
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES: President: Andrew Powell| Past President: Marion Morrison | Trustees: SigridAnn Thors, Bonnie Thomas, Jay Gilman, Shell Duggan, Lars Glimhagen, Kyle Britton, and Edward Woolley. Executive Director: Dauna Kennedy Grant | Curator: Lubos Culen Marketing & Programming Coordinator: Laura Ashton |Administrative Assistant & Education Coordinator: Kelsie Balehowsky The Vernon Public Art Gallery Society gratefully acknowledges financial support from:
The Vernon Public Art Gallery is a registered not-for-profit society. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of BC’s Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch, British Columbia Arts Council, the Government of Canada, Corporate Donations, Sponsorships, Foundation Grants, General Donations and Memberships. Charitable Organization #108113358RR
GALLERY MEMBERSHIP
Student $10.00 | Individual $31.50 | Family $42.00 | Corporate $75.00 | The Club $100.00