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Deirdre Keohane: Building an Irish-Canadian Bridge and Reclaiming Spaces for Women in Art
Born in Canada but raised in Ireland, Deirdre Keohane’s journey between two countries—and two artistic worlds—has shaped the deeply personal and culturally rich work she creates today. At age 13, she moved with her family back to Ireland, where she grew up and studied art in the vibrant city of Cork. In 2015, she returned to Canada as an adult, bringing experience, imagination, and a distinctly Irish lens through which she continues to view the world.
May 274 min read


Art Vancouver 2025: Highlights from the 9th edition of the City's Contemporary Art Fair
Art Vancouver returned to the Vancouver Convention Centre East (Canada Place Building) from April 24 - 27, for its 9th edition this year, transforming the city's iconic waterfront into a vibrant hub of contemporary art. Under the curatorial direction of Founder and Executive Director Lisa Wolfin, the fair reaffirmed its status as Western Canada's premier art event, attracting thousands of collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts.
May 232 min read


Exploring the World Through Art: A Collector's Perspective with Karissa Narukami
Karissa Narukami creates worlds. That may not be true for herself; to Karissa, she is simply painting the world she sees. But for those...
May 15, 20247 min read


Artist interview series: Paul Van Ginkel
Paul Van Ginkel is a Canadian representational painter specializing in western and dance themes. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Paul studied...
Nov 6, 20233 min read


Artist Interview Series: Tracey-Mae Chambers and installations
Tracey-Mae Chambers is a Métis installation artist and a member of the Métis Nation of Ontario. She travels throughout Canada and the USA...
Jun 19, 20234 min read


Writing as an Inspiration for Visual Art: A Discussion with Eunice Wu
When we think of writing as an art, we typically think of it in terms of the content or style underlying a string of well put together...
May 8, 20233 min read


Artist Interview Series: Samantha Redfern and exhibitions
Samantha Redfern is a visual artist based in Singapore. She has been featured in many exhibitions both locally and internationally and...
May 1, 20234 min read


EA Studios to showcase Norval Morrisseau at Art Vancouver
In early 1973, a young immigrant to Canada, captivated by his new country’s natural beauty, started up an art gallery in Jasper. It was a...
Apr 3, 20232 min read


Artist Interview Series: Rae Vena and live painting
Rae Vena is a visual artist and live performance painter of visionary pop surrealism. Self-taught, Rae knew art was her calling in life...
Mar 15, 20233 min read


Five reasons to exhibit at Art Vancouver
Art fairs provide major opportunities for artists and galleries to increase exposure, gain connections, extend learning, expand promotion...
Nov 25, 20223 min read


Art Downtown ends its third successive year
Art Downtown is relatively unique within the local Vancouver art scene. It is an outdoor art exhibition, lasting from early July to late...
Sep 26, 20222 min read


Artist Interview Series: Jennifer Zizman and the artist’s journey
By Nathan Durec Jennifer Zizman situates her art based on journeys. It is part of her passion for lifelong learning, whether learning...
Aug 15, 20223 min read


Art Downtown: A bright spot in the heart of Vancouver
By Nathan Durec Nestled behind the Olympic torch at Jack Poole Plaza, several artists have set up easels and tents, full to the brim with...
Jul 25, 20222 min read


Artist Interview Series: Audra Townsend and lifelong learning
By Nathan Durec Audra Townsend is a lifelong student. Never one to sit still, she has crossed the Atlantic in pursuit of knowledge,...
Jul 19, 20223 min read


How to apply for an art gallery
So you’re an artist and you want to start getting serious about getting your artwork out into the world, but you don’t know how. For a...
Jul 11, 20223 min read


Artist interview series: The line, light and movement of Eric Goldstein
Eric Goldstein calls his art Poetic Narratives with Kinetic Energy. It’s a lofty title to assign, but when you understand his history and...
Jun 17, 20223 min read


A life in pictures: A brief glance at the work of Chantelle Trainor-Matties
Chantelle Trainor-Matties’s vibrant artwork is characterized by bright colours, distinctive linework and an eclectic fusion of digital...
Jun 13, 20222 min read


Geoffrey Feng and his love for landscapes
Geoffrey Feng is an oil painter and graphic artist residing in North Vancouver. His medium of expertise consists of oil paintings which...
May 23, 20222 min read


Art Vancouver 2022: a recap
Thousands of people descended onto the Vancouver Convention Centre for Art Vancouver’s sixth exhibition, held for four days between May 5...
May 21, 20222 min read


Green Apple Art Centre at Art Vancouver
Green Apple Art Centre's Exhibition Team presented AR implemented "Revive Tomorrow," an adaptation to the context of despair during COVID...
May 6, 20222 min read
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