By John Manson, Gallery Shop Coordinator
If you’ve ever browsed the Gallery Shop, you’ll know that the space is packed full with all sorts of treasures – many of which are from talented local artists, artisans, and small businesses. While the items speak for themselves, we’d like to share a little more about the creators with you, starting with Queen Bee Farms!
Inspired by Howie Tsui’s immersive storytelling video installation, Retainers of Anarchy, that was on exhibition at the AGGV last year, this edition of Art Terms For the Beginner delves into terminology specific to digital art.
Check out some of the digital offerings that have been produced by the Family Sunday team!
By Audrey Wang, AGGV Volunteer
NFTs are disrupting the art market and the way we see art. Crypto art and its trading platform of blockchains as Non-Fungible Tokens are together creating an art movement at this very moment, whether we’re on board with it or not.
By Audrey Wang, AGGV Volunteer
Colour theory is a set of fundamental principles for painting that demonstrates the relationship between colours and the physiological impacts of colour combinations. At its most basic, it teaches artists how to combine colours to create other colours. For example, yellow and blue make green.
Jaimie Isaac joined the AGGV as the new Chief Curator in September 2021, and we’re excited to get to know her more in this interview!
By John Manson, Gallery Shop Coordinator
Get Cozy and Stay Cozy is the theme of the Gallery Shop Reading list this quarter. A great way to relax and get comfortable amid unpredictable winter weather is to curl up with a good book. These titles are all available in the Gallery Shop and are compelling reads for art lovers to enjoy this winter.