How the AGGV Began – Part 3
In this ongoing article series, Anu Henderson continues sharing the history of the Gallery. In this edition Colin Graham arrives in Victoria from San Francisco and moves into the Spencer Mansion.
PAINT-IN VOLUNTEERS – AT THE HEART OF IT ALL
Since 1987, the AGGV has had the pleasure of hosting the Art Gallery Paint-In, bringing together local artists, community organizations, and the local community for what has grown to become Vancouver Island’s largest free arts festival, and year after year, it’s our amazing volunteers who are at the heart of it all.
PAINT-IN MEMORIES
By Eliana Parker, AGGV Events Engagement Assistant
Growing up on Moss Street, the Paint-In was the most wonderful time of the year. On one very special
day each year, my front yard magically transformed from a garden into a colourful, artistic wonderland.
A Big Thank You to Our Paint-In Volunteers
The length of Moss Street, from the waterfront to the Art Gallery, thronged with happy people out for the art, the food, and the festive atmosphere.
House Tour Exceeds Expectations
By Pat Preston, Gallery Associate
More than 170 volunteers worked as a team to make certain the tour runs efficiently. They selected homes, greeted guests, monitored houses during the tour, prepared marketing materials, sold tickets and sponsorships, selected artists and floral arrangers, handled traffic control and security and planned a post-tour reception to thank homeowners for another successful tour.
Volunteer Appreciation with Elvan Ozdes
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria strives to build a better community through visual arts. A large part of our […]