In a recent and inspiring exchange, we had the pleasure of corresponding with the renowned Canadian artist, Meryl McMaster, delving into the intricate layers of her artistic practice and exploring the depth and creativity behind the exhibition, “Meryl McMaster: Bloodline”, currently on view at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria.
Among the many highlights in the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria’s Asian art collection, one small bronze object currently on view in the Roger Lee Gallery of Asian Art in the exhibition, “A View From Here”, tells an evocative story about daily life more than two thousand years ago. In this article, Dr. Heng Wu, AGGV Asian Art Curator, gives us an in depth analysis of this historical piece.
In the fall of 2024, Jeri Engen, Educator, School and Family Programs, and artist, Kemi Craig, sat down to brainstorm a new teen program. From that initial meeting, the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Colour) Teen Art Residency emerged, a free six-month program embodying the transformative power of mentorship, offering meaningful guidance and support to emerging high school artists as they explore their artistic voices.
FALL into love with local art! Home is where the heart is, especially as the seasons change and the weather cools. Andria Winters, AGGV Gallery Shop Coordinator, highlights some charming items by talented local artisans in the Gallery Shop that will add warmth to your life this fall.
Boasting a lineup of 165 artists showcasing their diverse talents, food vendors offering a variety of culinary delights, community booths providing engaging information and resources, and interactive Imagination Stations designed to inspire creativity, it’s no surprise that more than 50,000 visitors flocked to Moss Street once again for the 36th annual Art Gallery Paint-In, transforming the event into a vibrant hub of artistic expression and community celebration.
In this concluding installment of the series, Anu Henderson delves deeper into the origins of the AGGV, highlighting Colin Graham’s dedication to enhancing the Gallery as a welcoming space for all by actively involving local stakeholders, promoting art education for the community, and advocating for a diverse range of artworks to be showcased.
For more than seventy years, the Gallery Associates have been a key support for the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, organizing creative fundraising events, and engaging the community, highlight the importance of cultural activities, ensuring the arts continue to thrive and inspire future generations. In this article, Lynda Phillipson, Gallery Associates Second Vice President, shares some recent successes, and elaborates on the benefits of joining their team of dedicated volunteers.