Stepping Into Fall with Art Rental & Sales
The Art Rental & Sales team at the AGGV has seen a busy summer filled with amazing community creativity.
Say What? Art Terms For Beginners, Part 18
Buying at auction is one of the ways to acquire artworks. Find out more about this business model by familiarizing yourself with the terminology specific to this part of the art market.
The AGGV Gallery Shop Reading List
By John Manson, Gallery Shop Coordinator
The theme for this quarter’s reading list is The Passage of Time. Summer passed by rapidly, and now we find ourselves in September, which always marks a time of change.
The AGGV Celebrates Art
By Julia Pauselius, Event Production and Curatorial Projects Supervisor
The AGGV’s 2021 Celebration of Art wrapped successfully this July, thanks to the enthusiasm of the artists and the support from many members of our wonderful community here on Vancouver Island.
Notes from the AGGV Studio
By Oona McClure, AGGV Studio Coordinator
This summer, the AGGV Studio developed an exciting program called ‘Invitation to Create’. The idea centered on connecting the Studio with families near and far, by offering some simple and engaging creative prompt or art-making activity.
10 Things to Know About Botanical Art
Botanical art illustration brings together art and science, with artists aiming to accurately depict the visual characteristics of plant and flower species, while producing an image that is pleasing.