VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY
MAY / JULY 2018 VOL. 27, NO. 3
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
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t is my pleasure to welcome back Canadian artist, Derek Michael Besant to the Vernon Public Art Gallery with his latest exhibition The Dark Woods (Revisited). Recognized internationally for his large-scale photo-based works we are thrilled to bring work of this caliber to the North Okanagan. The VPAG is pleased to present Emergence, an exhibition derived from a selection of students who are part of the UBC Okanagan BFA graduating class of 2018. Artists Moozhan Ahmedzadegan (painting/collagefigurative), Arden Boehm (sculpture/installation), Mat Glenn (printmaking), Sarah Kapp (painting-geometric abstraction) and Kara Sikpra (sculpture/ installation) have contributed works from their studio practices during their final year of the BFA program. As an annual exhibition here at the VPAG, we are pleased to show-case the creative, dynamic work being produced locally at the post-secondary level. I’d like to welcome Alexanra Hlynka to the role of Art Educator/Admin Assistant while Kelsie Baleowsky is on maternity leave. Also joining the gallery team for the summer term are post-secondary students Carmen Winther and Peter Navratil. Please take the time to come in and meet these new additions to the staff. I’d also like to thank Karel Hanek for his work on our permanent collection during his co-op placement with us and wish him continued success in his future studies. Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts is fast approaching! Should you like to contribute to this important fundraising event beyond your attendance, please feel free to contact us regarding sponsorship or donation options. The success of this event is truly a group effort by all who contribute, so thank you in advance. As always, admission is by donation and we are open Monday-Saturday providing lots of opportunity to come in and immerse yourself in the current exhibitions.
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Dauna Kennedy Executive Director The Vernon Public Art Gallery
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A regular one-year VPAG membership is 33.00, that works out to be ONLY $2.75 per month! 3
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Spring 2018 School Tours Activity inspired by What’s Around the Corner by Kevin Spetifore
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EXHIBITIONS
Derek Besant, The Dark Woods (Revisited) #2, 2018, thermal ink transfer on vinyl scrim veil, 56 x 98 in
Sarah Kapp, Untitled # 179, 2018, Acrylic on Canvas, 42� x 42�
May 24 - July 18 2018 Derek Besant The Dark Woods (Revisited)
May 24- July 18, 2018 UBCO BFA Graduates Emergence
Derek Besant stages a site-specific installation of printed shaped veils and a large scale 15-minute looping video projection. The out-of-focus closeup images of trees and forest flora create a dense visual environment for the viewers to decode possible hidden narratives suggested by text fragments incorporated in some images.
The exhibition Emergence is produced by selected graduating students from the UBC Okanagan BFA program. This exhibition consists of a selection of works of six emerging artists which include painting, screen printing, sculptural installation, photography and fibre art.
2018 Opening Reception Sponsor
Upcoming Opening Receptions The Board of Directors and Executive Director, Dauna Kennedy Grant, invite you and a guest to the opening reception of The Dark Woods (Revisited) by Derek Besant, Emergence by UBCO BFA Graduates, and Overcoming the Darkness by the Bridge Family and Youth Services at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. Enjoy an evening of art, music, appies, beer, wine and punch.
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EXHIBITIONS
Nicole, Midnight Moon, 2018 acrylic paint & plywood
Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts, Auction Preview opening reception 2017
May 24 - June 24, 2018 The Bridge Youth & Family Services Overcoming the Darkness
June 28 - July 18, 2018 Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts Donating Artists 2018 Auction Preview
Overcoming the Darkness is an exhibition by the youth at the Bridge Youth and Family Services Express Yourself group, a therapeutic art program. For the past 8 weeks, youth have been exploring the healing power of art and community as they participated in weekly expressive arts workshops. Express Yourself provided a safe space for youth to share experiences of homelessness, substance use, mental health concerns, marginalization and loneliness.
A preview of artworks submitted by local artists for Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts fundraiser auction this year at Turtle Mountain Winery on July 18, 2018. Join us at the opening reception to honor and appreciate all of the artists and volunteers that help make Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts possible each year. Stop by the Gallery to see all of these works on display starting June 28, 2018. This is an excellent chance to see what will be in the auction this year and decide which pieces you want to bid on!
Upcoming Opening Receptions The Board of Directors and Executive Director, Dauna Kennedy Grant, invite you and a guest to the opening reception of the Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts Auction Preview on Thursday, June 28th 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 while we honor and appreciate all of the artists and volunteers that help make Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts possible each year. 7
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WEDNESDAY JULY 18, 2018 Help us make this another record-setting year at Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts! $60,000 Money raised at Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts 2017
18% Increase in funds raised compared to 2016 event
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PROGRAMMING & EVENTS
Saturday May 26, 2018 1:00 p.m. Family Saturday
Monday May 28, 2018 10:00 a.m. Mini Artists
Join us for the May Family Saturday workshop! Enjoy a tour of the exhibition The Dark Woods (Revisited) by Derek Besant and get creative with an art project after the tour. This month we will create mixed media forestscapes and then learn how to transfer images and text onto your forestscape using packing tape and water! Space is limited in this workshop so make sure you sign up in advance.
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.
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PROGRAMMING & EVENTS
Saturday June 16th, 2018 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. VPAG & Triumph at the Sunshine Festival
Saturday June 28th, 2018 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m. Midsummer’s Eve Artists and Volunteer Appreciation Event
Join VPAG at the annual Sunshine Festival for a collaborative public art experience. Members of the public are encouraged to join in and create a collaborative art project in partnership with Triumph coffee. Stop by the VPAG tent on 30th ave in front of Triumph and contribute to the public art project. Then head over to the gallery to see the current exhibitions.
A preview of artworks submitted by local artists for Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts fundraiser auction this year at Turtle Mountain Winery on July 18, 2018. Join us at the opening reception to honor and appreciate all of the artists and volunteers that help make Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts possible each year.
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Thursday June 28, 2018, 6 p.m. - 8p.m. Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts Auction Preview Opening Reception and Appreciation Event
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VPAG CALENDAR OF EVENTS 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 Saturday, June 16, ALL DAY
VPAG at the Sunshine Festival with Triumph
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
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DATE AND TIME
EVENT NAME AND LOCATION
JULY Monday, July 2, CLOSED
Canada Day - CLOSED
Wednesday, July 18, 6:30 pm - 11 pm
Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts at Turtle Mountain Winery
Thursday, July 26, 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m
Exhibition Opening Reception at VPAG
Saturday, July 28, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m
Family Saturday at VPAG
Monday, July 30, 10:00 a.m
Mini Artists at VPAG
AUGUST Monday, August 6, CLOSED
BC Day - CLOSED
Satruday, August 11, 1p.m.
Artist Talk with Jennifer Dyck at VPAG
Saturday, August 25, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m
Family Saturday at VPAG
Saturday, August 25, 7 p.m - 11 p.m
Riot on the Roof
Monday, August 27, 10:00 a.m
Mini Artists at VPAG
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The Gallery Shop Check out these NEW B.C. made earrings!
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Unique Gifts at the Gallery Shop There are new items in the gallery shop! Come by and check out new jewellry and pottery!
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ART RENTAL & SALES
Kara Barkved, Happy Dance, acrylic, 30 x 30 inches, retail price: $900.00 rental price $45.00/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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PRINCIPLE PARTNER
CORPORATE PARTNERS
PREFERRED SUPPLIERS Avalon Events Bourcet Engineering Cobs Bread Cracked Pepper Catering Gray Monk Estate Winery Kiss FM KPMG Norval Equipment Rentals Okanagan Spirits
Sproing Creative The Sprouted Fig Catering Starbucks Coffee Company Sun FM The Italian Kitchen Company Valley Auctions Ltd. Vernon Lodge Village Cheese Company Wholesale Grafix Wings Taps and Grill Woolley & Co. Barristers & Solicitors
Cover image: Moozhan Ahmedzadegan, Untitled Portrait #2, Ink, sheets, UV screenprint ink, acrylic paint, 2018, 60”x 48” in.
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GALLERY MEMBERS The Vernon Public Art Gallery wishes to thank the following members for Purchasing a new or renewed membership, March through May 2018: Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services Barbara Hartley Bernadette Kroft Carlayne Baxter Carol Dodds Donna Fazan Donna Savarie Elizabeth Allardice Heather Readshaw James Chapman Jean Finch Jeanne Byron Kal Tire Karina Wolf Kristy Liashenko Mary Niedballa Rhonda Stevens Ruth and George Blencoe University of British Columbia - Okanagan Vancouver Public Library - Serial Division Victoria Hemmingson
Individual $33.00 | Family $44.00 | Corporate $78.00 | Club $105.00
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Wednesday July 18 th 2018
More info available online @ www.vernonpublicartgallery.com
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 $10.50 | Individual $33.00 | Family $44.00 | Corporate $79.00 | The Club $105.00