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As an artist working in the medium of photography, Vern Minard has a sharp eye for composition and the dance of light. He recognizes that light is everything with photography. It brings together the fine details of composition and feeling, which define the critical essence of an image. With a natural sense of the different values and characteristics of light, Vern combines both spontaneity and technical skill to compose creatively charged images. He is always in wonder of the world he sees, seeking the magic of the moment. Through his camera, he becomes an extension of his subject matter, capturing the artistry all around him and creating a visual message. Vern’s photography explores the spirit in life that he cannot express in any other way. He photographs his love for a continuously changing and evocative world full of visual stories. Every subject contains a story: subtle nuances, emotions, character, and mood come alive, drawing Vern’s attention to images that express his intimate connection with natural and manmade forms, landscape, and people. Vern explores natural aesthetics within the simplicity of life, creating images that are personally meaningful to him, invoking the meditative quality of introspection and respect for life’s artistic palette. His artistic intent is to reveal the innate beauty of his subjects, drawing the viewer into an interactive and conscious experience of the world, to become more present to the beauty in life that we can so often miss. Vern’s photography is available in archival fine-art print and silver gelatine for art lovers and collectors. He can also be commissioned for commercial photo assignments. With more than twenty-five years’ experience in the field of fine-art and commercial photography, Vern specializes in nature-based and travel photography, with a deep love for architecture, events, and culinary arts. He has extensive experience with travel and documentary photography and client interaction, and is able to problem-solve during a photo shoot while simultaneously finding the most appealing angles and representation of the subject. Vern takes pride in being reliable, easy to work with, and highly considerate of every aspect of a commercial project. “When it comes to photography, it is important to commit fully to the client’s desired outcome,” he says, “while equally being open to the spontaneous, allowing creativity to discover unthought-of possibilities.”
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SHORELINES & SKYLINES - ANNA MAY BENNETT Located in the heart of historic Gibsons, Gibsons Public Art Gallery is part of a lively arts and heritage community that supports five outstanding commercial galleries, several artists’ studios, a heritage museum and this public non-profit art gallery.
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The beauty of the landscape contains a narrative . . . I listen and I am heard. This relationship with my surroundings on the Pacific West Coast is the starting point of my experience with nature. My conversation is defined by three elements, which stand out for me in a very prominent way. Overlooking the ocean and coastal mountain ranges, expanse is definitely a distinctive characteristic that is hard to deny when looking at British Columbia’s vast landscapes. The second prominent element is light, which to me is mesmerizing. It leaves a signature on whatever is present; it defines the moment as is, always leaving it unique. Last but not least are the different textures and the way they communicate with my senses. The bark of a tree, the softness of the moss, the sand on the beach, the smoothness of a reflection in the water . . . My intention is to capture the beauty, the expanse, and the feeling that the landscape radiates, so that I can share my interpretation of this special moment with others. For me it’s really more about re-creating an experience rather than producing a painting. On a canvas I am able to translate my perspective using paint and to define the moment through these three prominent elements. On one hand, painting is about captivating the spirit of your surroundings; on the other, there needs to be an awareness and focus toward shaping the image. I try to find a balance between the two and ”push the paint around” until my canvas correctly portrays the experience I intend to share. – Marleen Vermeulen
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Marleen Vermeulen received most of her art education in the Netherlands, where she was born. She is a graduate of the Design Academy in Eindhoven and the Academy of Fine Arts in Utrecht. In the 80s and early 90s, Marleen enjoyed an extensive international and award-winning career in graphic design; she was based in the Netherlands and United Kingdom until 1994, at which point she moved with her family to Canada and settled here on the Sunshine Coast. Inspired by the natural beauty of the Pacific West Coast, Marleen began to focus her talent toward creating large oil canvases. The sheer scale of the canvases and the texture of the oil paint interpret the expanse and rawness of nature. Over time she has developed her own signature style; up close her work feels impressionistic, sometimes almost abstract, while from a distance it takes on a realistic perspective. “I love living on the Sunshine Coast. Every single day I am aware of the true greatness, openness, and beauty of my surroundings; it is especially evident to me during my yearly kayak adventures on the west coast of British Columbia and daily runs through the coastal rainforest. This awareness creates serenity in me and provides the space I need to find myself within the busyness of everyday life.”
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I began carving in 1993 while working as a carpenter and cabinetmaker in Nova Scotia, where I was drawn to the local folk-art style of whimsy and vibrant colour. Being very accessible to a novice, this was a great medium for learning to carve and paint. A unique look began to emerge in my work, with more intricate detail than is typically seen in folk art. I have done several series of caricatures, marine creatures, dragonflies, and clocks with carved faces in this style. Most pieces were made with reclaimed local softwoods and finished with acrylic paints. While working for Coast Craft Yachts in 2005, I was commissioned to carve a grey whale for installation as a door panel on one of their boats, and I began to explore the realm of realism. The first piece was well received and I continued to explore this style, working with the natural properties of wood and employing light and shadow to heighten the sense of three dimensions in more two-dimensional work. I began to play with grain patterns in the layout stages of each piece, and I found I could accentuate curves and other features, thereby providing a greater sense of depth and texture in the final result. I also explored different hardwoods for their distinct colour and grain patterns, as well as figured woods, which can give the effect of dappled light or moving water. This work focused mainly on natural scenes and featured stains and clear finishes rather than paint. I have lived close to the sea most of my life, and marine themes have always been prominent in my art. Wood is a wonderful material to work with, and I find the carving process mentally, physically, and emotionally rewarding. – Keith Burdon
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THE PENDER HARBOUR CHOIR PRESENTS A VARIED PROGRAM INCLUDING FOLK, POPULAR AND CLASSICAL PIECES. DIRECTED BY JOY MACLEOD WITH DAVID POON ACCOMPANYING ON THE PIANO. JUNE 11, 7PM AT ST. HILDA’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, SECHELT AND JUNE 12, 7PM AT THE SCHOOL OF MUSIC, MADEIRA PARK. WWW.PENDERHARBOURCHOIR.COM
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THREE-DAY BLUES FESTIVAL IN PENDER HARBOUR WITH JIM BYRNES, GARY COMEAU, DAVID GOGO, THE GRAND KOOLIOS, COUSIN HARLEY, BRANDON ISAAK, TIM HEARSEY, SIMON PARADIS, JOE STANTON, BLUE LINE TRIO AND MORE! WWW.PHBLUES.CA
pender harbour BLUES FESTIVAL DAVID GOGO BY SCOTT DOUBT
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AWARD-WINNING PERFORMANCES ARE FEATURED IN THE FESTIVAL 2016 HIGHLIGHTS CONCERT ON MAY 1, 2PM AT THE RAVEN’S CRY THEATRE IN SECHELT. THE LONGEST RUNNING FESTIVAL ON THE SUNSHINE COAST CELEBRATES ITS 43 YEAR WITH ADJUDICATED SESSIONS IN VARIOUS PERFORMANCE DISCIPLINES. AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS ARE PRESENTED TO INDIVIDUALS & GROUPS TO ENCOURAGE THEIR CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT AS PERFORMERS. WWW.COASTFESTIVAL.COM RD
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DANIEL BRUBECK QUARTET, THE CARNIVAL BAND, SOSTENUTO, KAREN GRAVES QUARTET, SILK ROAD, SWEET PEA SWING BAND, COLORIFICS & MANY OTHER MUSICIANS GRACE THIS YEAR’S FESTIVAL. PRECEDED BY JAZZ WEEK (JUNE 11-19) WITH LOCAL TALENTS. WWW.COASTJAZZ.COM
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THE SUNCOAST PHOENIX CHOIR PRESENTS A LIVELY CHORAL CONCERT FEATURING THEIR FIFTY-VOICE CHOIR. ENJOY RICH HARMONIES AS THEY TAKE YOU ON A JOURNEY ACROSS CONTINENTS AND THROUGH TIME. JUNE 9 - ST. HILDA’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, SECHELT, 7PM JUNE 11 - CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, GIBSONS, 2PM ADMISSION BY DONATION WWW.SUNCOASTPHOENIXCHOIR.CA
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Studio 103 is the newest co-operative gallery on the Sunshine Coast, housed in Harbour Spirit Centre, an innovative commercial/residential complex on the highway at the entrance to Madeira Park. Formed by six Sunshine Coast artists, the gallery showcases original works: hand-crafted woodturned bowls by Bob James (Plumb Bob); nature-inspired sculpture and jewelry in cast pewter, copper, and silver by Cindy Cantelon under her Earthly Creatures brand; one-of-a-kind jewelry (new designs from antique and vintage treasures) by Heather Wright; oil paintings inspired by the love of birds, water, and the human form by forestdwelling painter Melissa Tulloch; framed archival prints of Ron Badley’s nature photography; and unique wood sculptures by Patrick Skidd. Guest artists also display their work, providing a wide and constantly evolving array of locally produced art.
STUDIO 103 IS LOCATED AT 12808 MADEIRA PARK RD, MADEIRA PARK. FOR INFORMATION ON GALLERY HOURS, PLEASE CALL 604.741.7640.
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ROBERT COLASANTO
A newly carved totem pole stood bathed in a red spotlight at the corner of the Great Hall stage for International Choral Kathaumixw 2014, placed there in a special ceremony at the opening gala concert. The totem pole had created a buzz around the community of Powell River for months after Mayor Dave Formosa came up with the idea of presenting one as top prize to the Choir of the World at Kathaumixw. Where would the totem pole end up? All week at performances, both competitions and concerts, audiences listened to various choirs, wondering which would be declared the best. St. Stanislav Youth Choir from Ljubljana, Slovenia, a country of two million people, was announced the winner of the totem pole amid thunderous cheers at the Gala Closing Concert. The size of Victoria, Ljubljana is situated in a little corner of the Alps. A delegation from Powell River travelled to that European country in May 2015 to present the totem pole to the city. A documentary of the journey by filmmaker Claudia Medina-Culos can be viewed at kathaumixw.org. Tla’amin First Nation carver Craig Galligos is working on a second totem pole for Kathaumixw 2016. Again there is a buzz in the community about where the new one will end up. This year’s list of choirs includes those from Hong Kong, Hungary, New Zealand, Austria, and South Africa, as well as from across the United States and Canada. Whether from near or far, one of those choirs will earn a unique prize for its community as a tribute to its choral performances. Having such an award provides incentive for choirs to come to Kathaumixw instead of another festival, according to Artistic Director Paul Cummings. INTERNATIONAL CHORAL KATHAUMIXW 2016 TAKES PLACE JULY 5–9. SEE WWW.KATHAUMIXW.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION. PHOTOS PROVIDED BY THE FESTIVAL ORGANIZERS.
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Daniel Brubeck Quartet The Carnival Band . Sostenuto Karen Graves Quartet . Silk Road Sweet Pea Swing Band Colorifics and more!
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Heritage Playhouse Trudi Diening, Miles Black, Jodi Proznick 12nn–5pm Street Festival 6pm Dinner Jazz 8pm Carnival Band Dance 11am Jazz Brunch 1:30pm FREE Outdoor Fest 5:30pm Jazz Vespers
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BC’s own summer orchestra academy, the Pacific Region International Summer Music Academy (PRISMA), will take place this year June 13–25 in Powell River, BC. The Academy will welcome famous Canadian cellist Amanda Forsyth to its team of world-renowned guest artists who will instruct students seeking careers in symphony orchestras. A registered charity now in its fourth season, the festival attracts more than 5,000 concert-goers and this year has received a record number of 225 student applicants from around the world. The selected students will come together to form the Pacific Philharmonic, with first-rate guest faculty members from varied backgrounds and orchestras. The festival features five public concerts,
including three full-orchestra symphony concerts, the Guest Artist Gala Opening and Chamber Concerts, and the Concerto Competition SemiFinals and Finals. Beyond its concert series, PRISMA also presents an annual showcase of talent alongside local musicians, artists, and food concessions at PRISMA on the Beach, held at scenic Willingdon Beach. The festival, established in 2012, is an opportunity for enthusiastic young musicians to prepare for positions in professional orchestras. PRISMA’s vision is to be a premier North American summer music school, attracting students by merit and patrons by the quality of the program to Powell River, a city rich in cultural and musical tradition.
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO PURCHASE TICKETS, VISIT WWW.ORCHESTRA-ACADEMY.CA. PHOTOS PROVIDED BY PRISMA.
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SUNSHINE COAST BOTANICAL GARDEN PLANT SALE 5941 MASON RD, SECHELT, 10AM–1PM INFO: 604.740.3969 | COASTBOTANICALGARDEN.ORG MEET THE FARM ANIMALS FUNDRAISER INTERACT WITH THE ANIMALS, TOUR THE PETTING FARM, MEET CLINT AND IRENE DAVEY. MUSIC BY BONAR HARRIS. 100% OF DONATIONS TO GIBSONS WILDLIFE REHAB CENTRE. PARTY PONIES & FARM VENTURES, 713 SULLIVAN RD, ROBERTS CREEK, 12PM–3PM HIGHLIGHTS CONCERT THE 43RD ANNUAL SUNSHINE COAST FESTIVAL OF THE PEFORMING ARTS PRESENT AWARD-WINNING PERFORMANCES FROM THIS YEARS FESTTIVAL. RAVEN’S CRY THEATRE, SECHELT, 2PM INFO: COASTFESTIVAL.COM
SCHOOL OF MUSIC COFFEE HOUSE PENDER HARBOUR MUSIC SOCIETY PRESENTS LOCAL PERFORMERS IN A CABARET SETTING SCHOOL OF MUSIC, MADEIRA PARK, 7:30PM-9:30PM COST: $10 SUGGESTED DONATION INFO: 604.883.9749 | PENDERHARBOURMUSIC.CA
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MESSIAH, PART 2 THE MESSIAH CHOIR WITH MUSIC DIRECTOR JOY MCLEOD PRESENTS PART 2 OF HANDEL’S “MESSIAH” THE LENT AND EASTER SECTION, ACCOMPANIED BY STRING QUARTET, HARPSICHORD AND TRUMPETS. ST. JOHNS UNITED CHURCH, DAVIS BAY, 7PM TICKETS: $20.00 AT SECHELT VISITORS CENTRE AND LAEDELI GIFTS IN GIBSONS INFO: 604.883.9248
CLOSE TO THE BONE/SHARED VISION OPENING RECEPTION FOR EXHIBITIONS BY MARILYN MARSHALL, KATHRYN ANDLAWRENCE KRISTMANSON. SHOW RUNS UNTIL MAY 29.GIBSONS PUBLIC ART GALLERY, 2–4PM, DONATIONS WELCOMED INFO: 604.886.0531 | GPAG.CA
NO WORDS NECESSARY NEW WORKS BY FIBRE ARTIST JILL SULLIVAN OPENING RECEPTION 2–4PM, FIBRE WORKS STUDIO & GALLERY, 2–4PM, 12887-12889 SUNSHINE COAST HWY, MADEIRA PARK (LOOK FOR THE YURTS). EXHIBIT RUNS UNTIL JULY 3 INFO: FIBREWORKSGALLERY.COM
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9TH ANNUAL LUND SHELLFISH FESTIVAL DAILY ACTIVITIES, FRESH-COOKED SEAFOOD, LOCAL MUSICIANS, BOAT TRIPS TO NEARBY MARINE PARKS, FREE COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS, LIVE SHELLFISH FOR SALE, TALENTED CRAFT VENDORS, SPECIAL MENU ITEMS AT RESTAURANTS & MORE. VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN LUND. INFO: LUNDBC.CA
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DUO RENDEZVOUS DANIEL BOLSHOY & JASPER WOOD THE PENDER HARBOUR MUSIC SOCIETY PRESENTS BOLSHOY AND WOOD AS A GRAND FINALE TO THEIR 2015/2106 CONCERT SEASON. PENDER HARBOUR SCHOOL OF MUSIC, MADEIRA PARK 2PM TICKETS & INFO: PENDERHARBOURMUSIC.CA
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POWELL RIVER ACADEMY SPRING SING FEATURING CHOR MUSICA MENS CHOIR, ACADEMY CHAMBER CHOIR, AND ACADEMY YOUTH CHOIR. PRESENTED BY THE POWELL RIVER ACADEMY OF MUSIC. JAMES HALL, POWELL RIVER, 7:30 PM INFO &TICKETS: POWELLRIVERACADEMY.ORG
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ATTACK OF DANGER BAY 15 THE BEST DOWNHILL RACERS IN THE WORLD GATHER FOR A WEEKEND OF EXTREME LONGBOARD RACING. MADEIRA PARK & OTHER LOCATIONS INFO: COASTLONGBOARDING.COM
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REFRACTION: QUEER ARTISTS OF THE SUNSHINE COAST COINCIDING WITH SUNSHINE COAST PRIDE, THIS GROUP EXHIBITION SHOWCASES THE DIVERSE TALENTS AND SKILLS OF EIGHT LGBTQ ARTISTS ON THE SUNSHINE COAST. OPENING RECEPTION JUNE 1, 7–9PM. PRIDE WEEK RECEPTION, JUNE 22, 7–9PM, SUNSHINE COAST ARTS CENTRE, 5714 MEDUSA ST, SECHELT INFO: SUNSHINECOASTARTSCOUNCIL.COM
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13TH ANNUAL PENDER HARBOUR BLUES FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY THE PENDER HARBOUR BLUES FESTIVAL TO PRESERVE, NURTURE AND PROMOTE BC’S BLUES IN ALL ITS FORMS. TICKETS ONLINE AT PHBLUES.CA OR AT STRAIT MUSIC (SECHELT), JAVA DOCKS & ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION (MEDEIRA PARK) INFO: PHBLUES.CA
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PRISMA THE PACIFIC REGION INTERNATIONAL SUMMER MUSIC ACADEMY OFFERS A TWO-WEEK PROGRAM THAT PREPARES MUSIC STUDENTS AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS FOR A CAREER IN MUSIC PERFORMANCE. DESIGNED TO ASSIST STUDENTS TO OBTAIN THE NECESSARY TOOLS TO WIN A POSITION IN A PROFESSIONAL ORCHESTRA. DAILY MUSICAL EVENTS IN VARIOUS POWELL RIVER VENUES. INFO: ORCHESTRA-ACADEMY.CA
21STGIBSONS LANDING JAZZ FESTIVAL SUNSHINE COAST JAZZ & ENTERTAINMENT SOCIETY PRESENTS LIVE MUSIC IN RESTAURANTS, ON THE STREET AND IN OUTDOOR PARKS IN THE LANDING. INFO: COASTJAZZ.COM
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FROM HERE AND THERE THE SUNCOAST PHOENIX CHOIR PRESENTS A LIVELY CHORAL CONCERT FEATURING THEIR FIFTY-VOICE CHOIR. ENJOY RICH HARMONIES AS THEY TAKE YOU ON A JOURNEY ACROSS CONTINENTS AND THROUGH TIME. JUNE 9 - ST. HILDA’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, SECHELT, 7PM JUNE 11 - CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, GIBSONS, 2PM ADMISSION BY DONATION INFO: SUNCOASTPHOENIXCHOIR.CA
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MUSIC IN THE AIR THE PENDER HARBOUR CHOIR PRESENTS A VARIED PROGRAM INCLUDING FOLK, POPULAR AND CLASSICAL PIECES. CHOIR DIRECTED BY JOY MCLEOD ACCOMPANIED BY DAVID POON.
EDGE OF THE FOREST AN EXHIBITION OF TEXTILE ART BY 53 ARTISTS FROM ACROSS CANADA WHO ARE MEMBERS OF THE SURFACE DESIGN ASSOCIATION. “MEET THE ARTISTS” OPENING RECEPTION 2-4PM FIBRE WORKS STUDIO & GALLERY, 12887-12889 SUNSHINE COAST HWY, MADEIRA PARK (LOOK FOR THE YURTS). EXHIBIT RUNS UNTIL AUGUST 21 INFO: FIBREWORKSGALLERY.COM
50TH ANNUAL HALFMOON BAY COUNTRY FAIR WELCOME BEACH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION PRESENTS A FISHING DERBY, FIREFIGHTERS CHALLENGE, FUN FAMILY ACTIVITIES ALL DAY SUNDAY.COOPER’S GREEN PARK & DOWNTOWN HALFMOON BAY
TEXADA DIVERSITY FESTIVAL 2016 CELEBRATING DIVERSITY IN PEOPLE, MUSIC, AND ARTS DURING THE WEEKEND. DRAWN FROM BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE COMMUNITY, ARTISTS, COMPOSERS, BANDS, PERFORMERS AND PARTICIPANTS FROM ACROSS THE CONTINENT AND BEYOND WILL CONVERGE FOR A CELEBRATION OF CREATIVE CULTURE. SHINGLE BEACH, TEXADA ISLAND INFO & TICKETS: DIVERSITYFESTIVAL.CA
XVII INTERNATIONAL CHORAL KATHAUMIXW A 5-DAY CHORAL FESTIVAL FILLED WITH CONCERTS, CHORAL & VOCAL SOLO COMPETITIONS, CONDUCTOR’S SEMINARS AND SOCIAL EVENTS. INFO: KATHAUMIXW.ORG
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“SELF” – HAWKFEATHER PETERSON SEEKING CELEBRATION OF OUR INNER AND OUTER BEAUTY, “SELF” IS AN EXHIBITION GEARED TOWARDS EXPLORING OUR PERCEPTION OF WHO WE ARE.
JUNE 11 - ST. JOHN’S UNITED CHURCH, DAVIS BAY, 7PM JUNE 12 - SCHOOL OF MUSIC, MADEIRA PARK, 7PM
“FROM THERE TO HERE: A JOURNEY THROUGH THE COSMOS FROM NOTHING TO NEBULAE TO NATIONS” – LYNDA MANSON - THIS COLLECTION OF PAINTINGS WILL ILLUSTRATE SOME POSSIBILITIES TO CONSIDER OF THE BEGINNINGS OF OUR EXISTENCE.
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EXHIBIT RUNS UNTIL AUGUST 7 SUNSHINE COAST ARTS CENTRE, SECHELT INFO: SUNSHINECOASTARTSCOUNCIL.COM
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TOMBOY SURVIVAL GUIDE PART ANTHEM, PART CAMPFIRE STORY, AND PART INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DISMANTLING OF THE GENDER STORIES WE TELL OURSELVES AND EACH OTHER. FEATURING WRITER AND STORYTELLER IVAN COYOTE & AN ALL-TOMBOY BAND, SALLY ZORI, PEBBLES WILLEKES AND ALISON GORMAN. PRESENTED BY THE SUNSHINE COAST FESTIVAL OF THE WRITTEN ARTS TICKETS: $20 AT 5511 SHORNCLIFFE AVE, SECHELT INFO: WRITERSFESTIVAL.CA
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What is real fitness? Mountain Grind organizers and enthusiastic Pender Harbour residents Silke Linnmann and Amanda Peterson work to remind us that fitness isn’t about rarefied environments, studios, gyms, or any kind of expensive equipment. It’s about getting our bods over TERRAIN. They devised a challenging course with crazy obstacles (tires, logs, walls, monkey bars, muck, and a WATER SLIDE) that reminded participants of the essentials of fitness and the importance of teamwork, and showcased the glorious natural setting of the Pender Harbour area. Fun. Health. Fitness. It’s about getting people moving and getting people outside. After last year’s inaugural event, this year’s Grind hosted at least 340 participants, including 30 teams. Teams can be recognized by their . . . tutus. Or whatever other zany
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costume helps keep team spirit from flagging over the grueling 10 km race. Teams were made up of four or more people, and the minimum age was dropped to 10 years, to encourage family entries. Linnmann and Peterson have put a lot of thought into this event. They are strongly family focused and even include a “mini grind” for kids at Lions Park. Many volunteer hours go into the Mountain Grind each year to set up and dismantle obstacles, and that strong “Harbour community spirit” is evident. Lions Park offers vendors, food, music, and a beer garden that opens at 10:00 am for spectators who need some fortification. The endorphins peak when muddy and scraped participants are awarded prizes (this year a “shower off” station was available) and then sit down to a well-deserved BBQ. 2015 EVENT PHOTOS BY FRESH AIR PHOTOGRAPHY AS NOTED ABOVE (WWW.FRESHAIRPHOTOGRAPHY.CA). OTHER PHOTOS FROM THIS YEAR’S GRIND BY ZOOM.
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In 1980, Chatelech art teacher Enid Goodman Kelly and her students went looking for a venue to display the students’ creations. The students, Enid states, “were enthusiastic and eager to show their parents, family, and community their art. The Sunshine Coast Art Centre was the perfect choice.” That first year, of what has come to be known as the “Young People’s Own Show,” Chatelech was the only school represented. The following year Chatelech invited Elphinstone and Pender Harbour Secondary to join them. In 1983, Enid Goodman Kelly left Sechelt for a few years, and in her absence the Sunshine Coast Arts Council took over the reins as the show’s producer. Shortly thereafter the Arts Council invited Sunshine Coast elementary schools to join the exhibit.
Y O U NG A R T I S T S Each year, a call goes out to all elementary and secondary schools on the Sunshine Coast. The only stipulation is that the work entered is created in the school over the current school year. The exhibit is divided into two sections. Each runs for approximately two weeks, with the elementary schools starting and the secondary schools following. The exhibit has become a favourite among many of the Art Centre’s visitors, as the students’ work never fails to amaze and often belies the age of the creators. The heroes of this project continue to be the teachers. Amidst all of their pressures and deadlines, and competing with a myriad of demands, Sunshine Coast teachers find time to inspire their students with unique and educational projects, and in so doing help create the next wave of Sunshine Coast artists. This year’s Young People’s Own Show starts with submissions from the elementary schools running April 20–May 8, followed by the secondary schools May 11–29. The exhibit is held in the Doris Crowston Gallery at the Sunshine Coast Arts Centre, 5714 Medusa Street, Sechelt. Gallery hours are Wednesday–Saturday, 11 am–4 pm, and on Sundays 1–4 pm.
FOR INFORMATION ON THE SUNSHINE COAST ARTS COUNCIL AND EVENTS HAPPENING AT THE SUNSHINE COAST ARTS CENTRE, VISIT WWW.SUNSHINECOASTARTSCOUNCIL.COM
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Fibre Arts in Yurts! NO WORDS NECESSARY JILL SULLIVAN
PINE NEEDLE BASKETS WITH RANDI GERHOLT-SEARY
New works by Sunshine Coast fabric artist Jill Sullivan.
WIRE SCULPTURE/NETTING WITH JOANNE WATERS
EDGE OF THE FOREST
PURPOSEFUL IMAGERY: COMPOSING A VISUAL LANGUAGE WITH JANE DUNNEWOLD
May 21 to July 3, 2016
July 9 to August 21, 2016
An exhibition of textile art by 53 artists from across Canada who are members of the Surface Design Association.
May 28 & 29, 2016
July 16 & 17, 2016
August 28, 29 & 30, 2016
IMPROVISATIONAL DESIGN FOR DIGITALLY PRINTED FABRIC WITH JANE DUNNEWOLD
August 31 & September 1, 2016
QUILT/NOT TO QUILT JANE DUNNEWOLD
August 27 to October 9, 2016 The reworked quilt is symbolic of transition and paradox. Once soft, now stiff and scratchy. Once a quilt–what is it now? Quilt/Not Quilt?
MULTI-COLORED PRINTING WITH AN INTERFACING STENCIL WITH JANE DUNNEWOLD
September 5, 6 & 7, 2016
SOY WAX MX DYE CRAYONS AND PASTES WITH JANE DUNNEWOLD
September 8 & 9, 2016
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The artistic force behind Simply Warehouse are set to do it again, transforming the warehouse up Field Road into a unique gallery space. The exhibit will open with an evening reception on Friday, June 3, 5–10 pm; the space will also be open Saturday and Sunday, June 4 and 5, 10 am–5 pm, 1877 Field Road in Wilson Creek. Artists Kasia Krolikowska, Carol Lafave, Charly Mithrush, Lore Schmidts, and Donna Stewart will be showing in the warehouse for the fourth year. You will enjoy the varied styles and media of this diverse group: collage, cement and acid stains, oil, acrylic, and encaustic, to name a few. Something for everyone, artwork of all sizes, plus the fun wall of small, smaller paintings for any space. Following their “pay it forward” campaign, the group will donate to the SPCA 10 percent of all sales from the opening night. For a unique gallery experience come out, bring your friends, and energize your artistic senses. GET UPDATES ABOUT SIMPLY WAREHOUSE ON THEIR FACEBOOK PAGE: FB.COM/SIMPLYWAREHOUSE
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“My earliest childhood memories are of the family home, an original log cabin on Deer Lake in Burnaby. It was constructed, and reconstructed, by my father. He spent endless hours improvising, building, and refinishing. Most of his custombuilding ideas came from the West Vancouver homes where he worked as an electrical contractor. Our home became more than a structure; it was a treasure chest of living, a visual record of life. There were the bricks he reused from the original structure, beams that he reclaimed from an estate home off Granville, original logs that needed restoring after an ant infestation, the wood railing he manufactured to look like a Bavarian alpine home. I saw the development of our home as a poetic experience. It was our family’s soul, constructed by my dad. You can say it is in my DNA to have an affinity to photograph architecturally designed custom homes.”
GREAT BUILDINGS THAT MOVE THE SPIRIT HAVE ALWAYS BEEN RARE. IN EVERY CASE THEY ARE UNIQUE, POETIC, PRODUCTS OF THE HEART. — ARTHUR ERICKSON
While acknowledging the poetry and soulfulness of great buildings, Ingeborg Hardman’s approach to photography is methodical. Hardman recognizes that the surrounding setting and landscape is a very important part of the subjective experience when viewing a custom home. More objective features such as unique materials, décor features, and design must also be considered. And above all, she pays close attention to the lighting. WORDS | NANCY PINCOMBE
EMBRACE LIGHT. ADMIRE IT. LOVE IT. BUT ABOVE ALL, KNOW LIGHT. KNOW IT FOR ALL YOU ARE WORTH, AND YOU WILL KNOW THE KEY TO PHOTOGRAPHY. — GEORGE EASTMAN
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IMAGES SHOWN ON PAGES 32-34 INCLUDE TERYL MULLOCK’S ARCHITECTURE (WWW.MULLOCK.CA) AND A POOL PROJECT BY PACIFIC HOME IMPROVEMENTS (WWW.PACIFICHOMEIMPROVEMENTS.COM)
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Hardman calibrates the timing of the photography with the lighting choices for the location. Twilight and sunset often produce extraordinary photos, and the long shadows can be used to highlight certain features or even hide less desirable ones. In addition to tripod, strobes, lenses, and cameras, she brings a ladder to each shoot for high vantage points. Hardman says it is not uncommon for her to be perched on a ladder outside a home very early in the morning, snapping photos like some kind of private detective trying to catch the occupants doing something nefarious. All images are photographed both in raw format and lower-resolution JPG images. These are sent to either a laptop or iPad so that editing of the compositions can be done on site. Hardman finds it valuable to be able to assess the composition and impact of an image in situ. She will often spend two hours of editing for one hour of location photography. The results are exciting. Her attention to the angle of natural light, inside and out, makes her architecture photos dance with light and shadow. She also plays with colour, setting up the vivid blues of our West Coast seascapes and distant mountains to contrast with the rich tones of wood and the variable greys of rock and stone. Her twilight and sunset skies add depth and complexity. Hardman’s keen eye for drama is evident in peeps of snowy mountains over a contemporary rooftop and in the way she draws attention to the juxtaposition of the straight lines and angles of a building with the roundness of natural stone and pebbles. She shows us the poetry in each image. We can’t wait to see more.
INGEBORG’S PORTFOLIO AND CONTACT INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.ISPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
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This section started as a space filler featuring photos of Diego, ZOOM’s yellow Labrador Retriever and his friends. It has since become our most popular section. Diego passed away in August 2014, but his memory lives on in these pages. Our new puppy, Miguel (who turned one year in January 2016) has taken over editorial duties. We receive many submissions and if you don’t see your pet photos here, watch for them in our succeeding issues. Please send your favourite pet photos to diego@zoomsunshinecoast.com.
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LaVerne’s Grill Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Home of the Sunshine Coast’s famous Fish ‘n Chips and various delectable homemade meals. We are a short walk from Hospital Bay. High-speed wireless internet available. Serving Pender Harbour for 15 years and counting. Open Tuesdays through Sundays from 9am to 7pm (closed Mondays) 4326 Garden Bay Road www.lavernesgrill.com 604.883.1333
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Mama’s Japanese Kitchen Authentic Japanese food in the heart of Madeira Park. Dine-in & Take-out. Try our monthly special dishes and new menu items. Licensed premises we serve wine, sake, Japanese beer and new drinks for Summer! Summer Hours: 11:30am–3:00pm & 4:00pm–8:00pm May & June (Closed Sundays) July until August 27 (Open Daily) Harbour Spirit Centre, 12808 Madeira Park Road, Madeira Park www.mamaskitchen.ca | 604.883.9190
Leo’s Tapas & Grill Greek Cuisine
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The Sechelt Fish Market has been the source for local fish & seafood (salmon, dungeness crab, oysters, clams, halibut, spot prawns, sturgeon) on the Sunshine Coast for more than 30 years. New owners Dean & Lauri Paul look forward to offering you their exceptional service!
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Mullins Barber Shop Cuts by Tyler. No appointments necessary, just walk in! $5 off your first cut! Thank you for a great first 6 months. 706 Gibsons Way, GIbsons Open Tue to Sat 10am–6pm Some Sundays, catch me at Persephone’s Brewing Company 1–6pm (Haircut+Beer=$25). Call for more info! 604.993.0519
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A Taste of the Mediterranean on the Sunshine Coast Offering dine in and take out services with a variety of delicious dishes from tapas, soups, salads and wraps to seafood, chicken and lamb. Homemade pizzas and light entrée menus for seniors also available. Come check out our new patio. Bellinis and Special Drinks all Spring and Summer long.
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Madeira Park has a new artist-run gallery space! Studio 103 is located just off the highway in the Harbour Spirit Centre. Showcasing fine art and craft by co-op members and their guest artists, the gallery features a multitude of disciplines of art and craft.
Open 7 days a week (9 am–last load in by 6 pm). Closed statutory holidays. Open late on Mondays until 8:00 pm.
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La Côte Concrete Design Float. Relax. Heal.
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Unique woodcarvings and custom furniture inspired by life in our coastal environment. A mix of whimsy and realism, vibrant colour and natural wood. Custom enquiries welcome.
Design, decor and decluttering services now available. “Where We Live” landscape and seascape photography by local Diane Nicholson. 604.885.5884
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fc The Fainting Couch Spa
The SOAK by ox+monkey
Come see our newly renovated space and enjoy our side by side services with a harbour view. Gift certificates available.
Inspired by the Japanese Ofuro, the SOAK is a two-person, outdoor wood-fired soaking tub with a propane heating option. Sleek & environmentally sound, it is built to last with high-quality materials. See it in person at Address Assembly in Vancouver - May 5th to 8th.
129-287 Gower Point Rd, Gibsons, BC | 604.886.2900 fb.com/TheFaintingCouchSpa | www.faintingcouchspa.ca
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Ten exciting days filled with performance art, workshops, a visual arts exhibition and heritage exhibit. October 13 to 23, 2016 | secheltartsfestival.com
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