BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Vernon Public Art Gallery - ECPv6.15.16.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Vernon Public Art Gallery X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vernon Public Art Gallery REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240524T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240524T160000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20250311T204855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T011030Z UID:10000151-1716548400-1716566400@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Gathered DESCRIPTION:SD 22 Indigenous School StudentsGathered \n\n\n\nExhibition on view from May 22 – June 13 \n\n\n\nGathered celebrates the creativity\, cultural knowledge\, and artistic expression of Indigenous students from across School District No. 22. Showcasing work by students from elementary through high school\, this exhibition highlights a wide range of media. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition reflects both traditional knowledge and contemporary influences\, with many students drawing from their cultural heritage while engaging with present-day themes and personal experiences. The result is a vibrant and diverse collection that speaks to identity\, community\, and the evolving nature of Indigenous art. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nImage Description: Juliet L\, gr. 5\, Baeirsto URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/art-and-soul LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, British Columbia\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Gathered-Image-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240523T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240422T183638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T223038Z UID:10000111-1716487200-1716494400@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Opening Reception: May 23 DESCRIPTION:The opening reception for the four new exhibitions will be on May 23rd\, from 6-8 PM at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening on May 23rd are the following: \n\n\n\nAccidentals by Robert Fee \n\n\n\nEmergence by UBCO BFA Students \n\n\n\nThrough Our Eyes by Members of the Teen Junction \n\n\n\nAn Eclectic Collection by Members of the VPAG Crit Club \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe community is warmly invited to join in the celebration\, meet the artists\, and enjoy a short talk by some of the exhibiting artists about their exhibitions. Light bites and drinks will be served\, and entry is by donation. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/opening-reception-may-23 LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, British Columbia\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/TV-SLIDES-13.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240717T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240422T181713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T233858Z UID:10000110-1716458400-1721235600@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Accidentals DESCRIPTION:Robert Fee\n\n\n\nCaroline Galbraith GalleryMay 23 – July 17\, 2024 \n\n\n\nArtist statement: \n\n\n\nThe title of the show “Accidentals” refers to the musical term indicating a temporary shift in a musical composition. Once the key of a song is established\, an instrumentalist reading the music will encounter a note has been made sharp or flat for that bar and they must adjust. Then the music will default back to the original key for the subsequent bars\, until the composer creates another shift somewhere else. At first this temporary change may be a mystery to the individual player\, but to the composer there is underlying meaning; a change in the harmony\, or a different scale with a particular sound. What might have seemed a random change always has a purposeful intention. The accidental always adds more tension\, drama\, and interest to the piece. \n\n\n\nWith these paintings\, I gather structures randomly\, as you would with a collage\, and I start creating parameters and set a course for the work. At first\, the paintings seem to be about something unintended; mostly from imagery I gravitate towards but not knowing where it will fit into the work. Some of the strangest references that I choose do seem like random accidentals; not knowing how they will relate to the whole. Often\, I’ll find a phrase or image that materializes out of simple curiosity. \n\n\n\nI engage with the visual challenge\, integrating and editing the accidental imagery into the painting. A quiet interaction takes place between the images\, their potential subtext and my brushwork and colour palette. The compositions involve a process that channels energy around and throughout. The process of additions and revisions repeats until ultimately the composition appears resolved. I like discovering beauty or humour that may reveal itself in this process. The paintings involve some free association\, which probably also involves my own psychology\, but I hope these connections have some universal resonance. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/accidentals-robert-fee LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, British Columbia\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Im-not-antisocial-Im-just-busy-reading-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240717T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240422T180920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T234056Z UID:10000109-1716458400-1721235600@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:An Eclectic Collection DESCRIPTION:Crit Club\n\n\n\nUp-Front GalleryMay 23 – July 17\, 2024 \n\n\n\nMembers of the VPAG Crit Club are excited to present An Eclectic Collection\, which will be on view in the Up-Front Gallery space. Crit Club is a workshop and critique program dedicated to supporting high school school students in their artistic pursuits and development. Every month\, the students gather to share their artwork for a group critique session\, and partake in a workshop and presentation by an established guest artist. \n\n\n\nThis collection will feature art pieces that have been workshopped through these sessions\, now on display for the public to enjoy. \n\n\n\nMakayla Callender\, “Home” URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/an-eclectic-collection LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Makayla-Callender-Home.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240717T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240422T175448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T001604Z UID:10000107-1716458400-1721235600@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Emergence DESCRIPTION:Audrey Allan\, Sarena Aresenault\, Carman Bouvier\, Taylor Carpenter\, Katja Ewart\, Amy Marui\, Karina Nardi\, Ari Pielecki\, Nick Tai\, & Aliana Voshell\n\n\n\nTopham Brown Memorial GalleryMay 23 – July 17\, 2024 \n\n\n\nThe exhibition Emergence features works of artists who have completed their studies at UBC Okanagan’s BFA program in 2024. This exhibition exemplifies various approaches to research and studio practice and asserts an active hands-on attitude while creating their work. \n\n\n\nPlease join us at the VPAG on May 23\, from 6-8 pm for the opening reception of Emergence. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/emergence LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Carmen-Bouvier.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240422T180034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T234059Z UID:10000108-1716458400-1718989200@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Through Our Eyes DESCRIPTION:Teen Junction\n\n\n\nCommunity GalleryMay 23 – June 21\, 2024 \n\n\n\nThrough Our Eyes is a unique community-based project by the youth at the Teen Junction Youth Centre in partnership with the Vernon Public Art Gallery. The Vernon Public Art Gallery strives to connect art and the community and supports emerging artists working outside of mainstream of artistic production. The focus of the exhibition is to give voice to youth and make statements about their lives and experiences in Vernon. We all have a unique voice and presence in our community and Through Our Eyes is an affirmation of the importance of recognition\, representation\, collaboration\, and the arts. Teen Junction Youth Centre is an after-school drop-in center that offers a safe space for youth to relax\, connect\, and learn. The Centre works with community organizations to connect youth with support and resources when they need it. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/through-our-eyes LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, British Columbia\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/B.O-4-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240427T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240427T153000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240306T230116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T001052Z UID:10000021-1714222800-1714231800@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Family Saturday: Gelli Printing DESCRIPTION:Gelli Printing – This Session is Full!\n\n\n\nApril 27th from 1:00 – 3:30 pm: \n\n\n\nThis session will begin with a tour of the exhibition There Must be Life by the Germany based artist\, Ulrich J. Wolff. This exhibition predominately uses photography and etching to comment on the deterioration of modernism. Inspired by the materiality of the artwork\, we will be gelli printing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on the last Saturday of each month\, Family Saturdays take place with an art project suitable for both little kids and big kids. Parents/guardians are also encouraged to participate and create their own works of art. The workshop begins promptly at 1 p.m.\, and families are welcome to stay for the whole session\, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.\, or to depart sooner. All materials required for the workshops are provided. To ensure a space\, please pre-register online.\n\n\n\n\n• $5/members • $9/non-members. \nSierra\, our Learning and Community Engagement Curator\, will begin the workshop by touring the current exhibition that is on display. Afterward\, she will lead you through a hands-on art activity inspired by the artwork. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/family-saturday-gelli-printing LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/culture-days-8265-scaled-e1699400739689.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240426T110000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240306T231827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T001045Z UID:10000022-1714125600-1714129200@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Mini Artists: Painting and Collaging DESCRIPTION:April 26th from 10 -11 am: Painting and Collaging\n\n\n\nThis session will begin with a tour of the exhibition There Must be Life by the Germany based artist\, Ulrich J. Wolff. This exhibition predominately uses photography and etching to comment on the deterioration of modernism. Inspired by the materiality of the artwork\, we will be printmaking onto photographs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Register \n\n\n\nJoin us on the last Friday of every month for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/mini-artists-painting-and-collaging LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/april-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240514T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240229T215659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T010701Z UID:10000017-1713427200-1715706000@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Art & Soul DESCRIPTION:SD 22 High School Students\n\n\n\nCaroline Galbraith Gallery\, Community Gallery\, & Up-Front GalleryApril 18 – May 23\, 2024 \n\n\nArt and Soul is made up of artwork created from School District No.22 displaying a maturity of handling various mediums and more importantly\, demonstrating a strong conceptual approach. \nThe Opening Day for Art & Soul will be on April 18 at the Vernon Public Art Gallery from 10:00 – 5:00 pm  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMakayla Callender\, Grade 12 VSS \n\n\n\nDangerous Beauty\, 2024\, Acrylic paint on paper mache sculpture URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/art-soul CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/pasted-image-0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240330T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240330T153000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240306T222158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T170347Z UID:10000020-1711803600-1711812600@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Family Saturday: Pysanky Eggs DESCRIPTION:Pysanky Eggs – FULL\n\n\n\nThis session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Art from the Heart\, featuring artwork from elementary school students. After viewing the exhibition\, we will be making Pysanky eggs to celebrate the beginning of springtime! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Register \n\n\n\nJoin us on the last Saturday of each month\, Family Saturdays take place with an art project suitable for both little kids and big kids. Parents/guardians are also encouraged to participate and create their own works of art. The workshop begins promptly at 1 p.m.\, and families are welcome to stay for the whole session\, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.\, or to depart sooner. All materials required for the workshops are provided. To ensure a space\, please pre-register online.\n\n\n\n\n\n • $5/members • $9/non-members. \nSierra\, our Learning and Community Engagement Curator\, will begin the workshop by touring the current exhibition that is on display. Afterward\, she will lead you through a hands-on art activity inspired by the artwork. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/family-saturday-pysanky-eggs LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/march-.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240329T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240329T110000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240223T002621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T211452Z UID:10000015-1711706400-1711710000@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Mini Artists: Egg Decorating Cancelled DESCRIPTION:Egg Decorating inspired by Art from the Heart \n\n\n\nWe apologize for any inconvenience but Mini Artists has been cancelled. \n\n\n\nThis session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Art from the Heart\, featuring artwork from elementary school students. After viewing the exhibition\, we will be decorating eggs to celebrate the beginning of springtime! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Register \n\n\nJoin us on the last Friday of every month for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/miniartists LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mini-march-Spring-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240316T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240316T160000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240312T185111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T181355Z UID:10000024-1710586800-1710604800@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Opening Day: Art from the Heart DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Opening Day of the new exhibition: Art from the Heart\, by the elementary students within SD 22. Art from the Heart is the annual exhibition by elementary students from School District No.22. Their artwork delights viewers with their creativeness under the guidance of their art teacher. The exhibition will be on view from March 16th – April 10\, 2024. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/opening-day-art-from-the-heart LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Spencers-Ted-Harrison-Landscape.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240316T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240410T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240227T182849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T010705Z UID:10000013-1710583200-1712768400@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Art from the Heart DESCRIPTION:SD 22 Elementary Students\n\n\n\nCaroline Galbraith Gallery\, Community Gallery\, & Up-Front GalleryMarch 16 – April 10\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArt from the Heart is the annual exhibition by elementary students from School District No.22. Their artwork delights viewers with their creativeness under the guidance of their art teacher. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturday\, March 16th\, for the opening day of the exhibition. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/art-from-the-heart LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Spencers-Ted-Harrison-Landscape.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240314T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240314T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240301T225342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T181659Z UID:10000019-1710439200-1710446400@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Opening Reception: There Must Be Life DESCRIPTION:Ulrich J. Wolff: There Must Be Life \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVernon Public Art Gallery Welcomes Award-Winning International Artist Ulrich J. Wolff for Exclusive Exhibition \n\n\n\nThe Vernon Public Art Gallery is thrilled to announce the visit of renowned international artist\, Ulrich J. Wolff\, for the opening reception of his highly anticipated exhibition titled There Must Be Life. The exhibition will be on display at the Vernon Public Art Gallery from March 14th to May 15th\, 2024. \n\n\n\nUlrich J. Wolff\, winner of the 2021 Okanagan Print Triennial (OPT)\, an esteemed tri-annual exhibition alternating between the Vernon Public Art Gallery and the Kelowna Art Gallery\, will be in attendance at the opening reception. The OPT\, initiated in 2009 as a national open-juried print exhibition\, has evolved into an international competition\, attracting top printmakers from over 22 countries worldwide. Dauna Kennedy\, Executive Director of the Vernon Public Art Gallery\, expressed excitement about hosting Wolff’s solo exhibition this year\, with the OPT concurrently taking place at the Kelowna Art Gallery. \n\n\n\n“Wolff’s selection as the winner of the 2021 competition brings an international perspective to our community. His artistic skill and unique vision make this exhibition a must-see event\,” said Dauna Kennedy. \n\n\n\nUlrich J. Wolff\, from Germany\, is not only an accomplished artist but also a respected teacher of etching and screen printing at the Kunstakademie Karlsruhe. With a background in painting and graphics from the State Academy of the Fine Arts Karlsruhe\, Wolff has participated in over 240 national and international print media exhibitions in various countries. \n\n\n\nThere Must Be Life promises to captivate audiences with its diverse range of imagery\, showcasing natural and urban landscapes\, architecture\, bodies of water\, fields\, forests\, and vegetation. While dedicated to photographically constructed imagery and environments devoid of human presence\, Wolff also includes haunting portraits which reflect the mysteries of the human condition. \n\n\n\nThe opening reception for Ulrich J. Wolff’s exhibition will take place on Thursday\, March 14th\, from 6-8 PM at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. The community is warmly invited to join in the celebration\, meet the artist\, and enjoy a short talk by Wolff about his exhibition. Light bites and drinks will be served\, and entry is by donation. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with the internationally acclaimed artist Ulrich J. Wolff and experience the compelling world of There Must Be Life at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. Entry is by donation. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/opening-reception-there-must-be-life LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ulrich-J.-Wolff-close-up.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240515T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240223T003324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T002704Z UID:10000016-1710410400-1715792400@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:There Must Be Life DESCRIPTION:Ulrich J. Wolff\n\n\n\nTopham Brown GalleryMarch 14 – May 15\, 2024 \n\n\nThe Vernon Public Art Gallery is pleased to introduce the exhibition titled There Must Be Life produced by Ulrich J. Wolff. Based in Karlsruhe\, Germany\, the artist and educator is known for his vast range of images including natural and urban landscapes\, architecture\, bodies of water\, fields\, forests\, and vegetation. While dedicated to photographically constructed imagery and environments devoid of human presence\, Wolff’s also includes haunting portraits which reflect the mysteries of the human condition. \nWinner of the 2021 Okanagan Print Triennial (OPT)\, a tri-annual exhibition rotating between the Vernon Public Art Gallery and the Kelowna Art Gallery\, Ulrich J. Wolff\, is set to attend the opening reception on March 14th at the VPAG.  URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/there-must-be-life LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MG_1914-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240126T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240126T110000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240109T205018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T182147Z UID:10000012-1706263200-1706266800@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Mini Artists: Fairy Wands DESCRIPTION:Fairy Wands inspired by Beautiful Parasites \n\n\n\nJoin us on the last Friday of every month for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation. \n\n\n\nThis session will begin with a tour of Tammy Salzl’s exhibition\, Beautiful Parasites. Salzl’s work is inspired by surrealism\, mythology\, and folklore. After viewing the exhibition\, we will make fairy wands! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/miniartists-egg-decorating LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Mini-jan-r-Spring-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240111T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240111T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20231212T222942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T162630Z UID:10000005-1704996000-1705003200@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Opening Reception: January DESCRIPTION:< Back \n\n\n\nJanuary Opening Reception\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us at the Vernon Public Art Gallery for the opening reception of the new exhibitions: Beautiful Parasites by Tammy Salzl\, Through the Gardens by Laurence Belzile\, Voices of Vernon by Immigrant & Community Services Society in partnership with SD 22\, and finally\, a painting exhibition by MFA candidates at UBCO\, Jessi Emilie Schmode and Troy Teichrib. Admission is by donation\, and light bites and drinks will be served. \n\n\n\nSome of the exhibiting artists will be present and will speak about their work briefly. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n Thank you to our sponsors URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/opening-reception5 LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Mask-group-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240111T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240103T210325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T002345Z UID:10000027-1704970800-1709658000@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Through the Gardens DESCRIPTION:Laurence Belzile\n\n\n\nCaroline Galbraith GalleryJanuary 11 – March 5\, 2024 \n\n\nLaurence Belzile’s exhibition titled Through the Gardens features colorful abstract paintings with both softness and forcefulness. Born in Gaspésie\, QC in 1994\, Laurence Belzile now lives and works in Vancouver\, BC. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Concordia University with a major in painting and drawing\, and a Master of Fine Arts from Laval University. \nOpening Reception on January 11 at the Vernon Public Art Gallery from 6:00 – 8:00 pm  URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/laurence-belzile LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1.Ceslieuxautres2_300dpi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240320T194600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T002538Z UID:10000092-1704967200-1709658000@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Reconnection DESCRIPTION:Jessie Emilie Schmode & Troy Teichrib\n\n\n\nCommunity GalleryJanuary 18 – March 5\, 2024 \n\n\n\nCurrent MFA Candidates and artists duo\, Jessie Emilie Schmode and Troy Teichrib showcasing thier recent paintings in an exhibition titled: Reconnection. The paintings focus on figuration and urban graphic abstraction. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/jessie-emilie-x-eye-factory-reconnection LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Emily-MFA-show-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20240318T200541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T002723Z UID:10000028-1704967200-1709658000@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Voices of Vernon DESCRIPTION:SD 22 Students\n\n\n\nUp-Front GalleryJanuary 11 – March 5\, 2025 \n\n\n\nWith a goal of encouraging intercultural understanding and to build community connections. Voices of Vernon\, supported by the B.C. Anti-Racism and Multiculturalism grant\, will see local organizations work with School District 22 to hold these conversations and allow students and educators to identify and take action against discrimination and racism. A collaborative storyboard done in response to the stories told through the program will be on display in the Up-Front Gallery at the VPAG. This project was a partnership between the Vernon & District Immigrant & Community Services Society\, SD #22\, The Family Resource Center\, The Vernon Library ORL Branch\, and the VPAG. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/voices-of-vernon LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/VoicesofVernon-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240111T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240306T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20231213T181814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T002905Z UID:10000026-1704960000-1709744400@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Beautiful Parasites DESCRIPTION:Tammy Salzl\n\n\n\nTopham Brown Memorial GalleryJanuary 11 – March 6\, 2024 \n\n\nTammy Salzl’s exhibition titled Beautiful Parasites is a multi-media installation consisting of paintings\, sculptural objects\, video\, and sound composed by Canadian composer Greg Mulyk. Generally\, there are several dominant themes in Salzl’s artwork. The artwork is a commentary on the human condition often associated with societal norms and status. Some of the works examine consequences of human stewardship within the frame of ecological damage caused by development of heavy industry. The portrayal of human protagonists and animals is almost grotesque with dark undertones inevitably resulting in the feeling of fear and anxiety. Salzl’s work is influenced by surrealist art resulting in dreamlike scenes populated by real and imagined creatures. \nOpening Reception on January 11 at the Vernon Public ARt Gallery from 6:00 – 8:00 pm  URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/tammysalzl CATEGORIES:2024,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/04_GingerTheHappyCentaur_TammySalzl-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T153000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20231110T221020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T185713Z UID:10000090-1702731600-1702740600@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Family Saturday: Gingerbread Houses DESCRIPTION:Gingerbread Houses\n\n\n\nWe will begin our session with a tour of the exhibition by our most recent artist-in-residence at Mackie Lake House. After our tour\, we will making our very own Mackie Lake House gingerbread houses! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/drawing-with-scissors-2 CATEGORIES:Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Mask-group-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T153000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20230725T022809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T201822Z UID:10000009-1702731600-1702740600@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Family Saturday: Collage Journals DESCRIPTION:Collage Journals\n\n\n\nThis session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language\, by the Edmonton-based artist Dick Averns. This exhibition draws on multiple bodies of text-based art spanning over three decades of the artist’s career. in response to the themes of the exhibition\, we will be making a collage journal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/familysaturdaydecember LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Mask-group-6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vernon Public Art Gallery":MAILTO:marketing@vernonpublicartgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231215T230000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20231110T212149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T185917Z UID:10000091-1702634400-1702681200@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Mini Artists: Mackie Lake House Decorating DESCRIPTION:Mackie Lake House Decorating\n\n\n\nWe will begin our session with a tour of the exhibition by our most recent artist-in-residence at Mackie Lake House. After our tour\, we will decorate houses! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/mackielakehousedecorating CATEGORIES:Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Mask-group-2-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231124T230000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20230725T022950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T190000Z UID:10000011-1700820000-1700866800@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Mini Artists: Collage & Printmaking DESCRIPTION:Collage and Printmaking\n\n\n\nThis session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language\, by Edmonton-based artist Dick Averns. This exhibition draws on multiple bodies of text-based art spanning over three decades of the artist’s career. in response to the themes of the exhibition\, we will be making collages and printmaking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/painting-with-oil-pastels LOCATION:Vernon Public Art Gallery\, 3228 31st Ave\, Vernon\, V1T2H3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Mask-group-2-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231102T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231220T235959 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20231213T181634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T012321Z UID:10000001-1698883200-1703116799@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Exposed! DESCRIPTION:Members’ Exhibition \n\n\n\nCaroline Galbraith Gallery & Upfront GalleryNovember 2 – December 20\, 2023 URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/tmixw-t-naqswe-are-all-one CATEGORIES:2023,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/MG_1028-scaled-e1699656963284.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231005T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231220T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20230711T194535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T012508Z UID:10000002-1696492800-1703091600@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:A Visual Journey DESCRIPTION:Doris Charest\n\n\n\nCommunity GalleryOctober 5 – December 20\, 2023 \n\n\n\nA Visual Journey: Rediscovering Artistic Exploration at Mackie House \n\n\n\n“During my time at Mackie House\, I rediscovered my love for painting.  Life had been so busy that I hadn’t spent much time in my art studio this year.  However\, my main goal during this residency was to paint the beautiful local scenery.  \n\n\n\nNormally\, I like to try out new and different painting techniques. But at first\, I found myself going back to a more traditional way of painting.  However\, as I got back into the swing of paintings\, I started to explore new ideas.  I began by painting the amazing sunsets in the Okanagan region.  The first night I arrived\, there was a breathtaking sunset and I painted it in several steps to capture its beauty.  I also included paintings of the skies and paths I saw while taking walks\, as walking and hiking are part of my daily routine.  The third part of art show is all about flowers. I found a wildflower garden at the bird sanctuary\, and even though it was the end of the season\, I still found some inspiring flowers to paint. \n\n\n\nThis whole painting experience at the residency was a surprise for me.  I had to start with the basics again and slowly reintroduce experimentation in my art practice.  Happily\, trying out experimental techniques became second nature again.  It felt like a smooth transition back into my art and I’m excited to share my artistic journey at Mackie House with you.” – Doris Charest URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/a-visual-journey-doris-charest CATEGORIES:2023,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/383816807_18357484489074192_5196330043891345997_n-e1699655567184.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231005T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231220T235959 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20231213T181616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T012555Z UID:10000003-1696464000-1703116799@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Illuminating Language DESCRIPTION:Dick Averns\n\n\n\nTopham Brown Memorial GalleryOctober 5 – December 20\, 2023 \n\n\nIlluminating Language by internationally exhibited and award-winning artist\, Dick Averns\, is a survey exhibition\, spanning thirty years of text-based art addressing a range of topics including social justice\, conflict\, natural resources and mental wellness. Averns’ art has been acquired for multiple collections\, including by the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery\, Department of National Defense\, Province of Alberta\, City of Calgary\, and multiple private collections. The critical value of his work was recognized in 2020 when Dick received the City of Calgary Mayor’s Cultural Leaders Legacy Award for Healing Through the Arts\, following a multi-year project addressing community mental wellness. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ambivalence Blvd… Trump Road Show\, 2016. Digital print from DSLR. Dimensions vary. Performance art outside “Trump Make America Great Again!” rally for NY Presidential Primary Election. Syracuse\, NY. April 16\, 2016. Camera: Lewis Liski.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Liberty Ave\, 2009. Archival Digital Print with laminate on 1/8” Aircraft Grade Aluminum with cleats\, 24 x 36 inches\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recognition… Validation… Reassurance…\, (detail)\, 2017. Neon sculpture with custom flasher. 33 x 60 x 8 inches\n \n \n \n \n \n Recognition… Validation… Reassurance…\, 2018\, Giles: Wish I Was… Billboard. Social practice public art project\, community participant collage. Documentation photograph in collection of Alberta Foundation for the Arts. Digital print from DSLR on Epson Archival Paper Edition 1/5. 47 x 68 inches.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Illuminating Language\, 2022\, installation view – Herringer Kiss Gallery. Neon\, chromed steel\, wood\, closed cell liner\, transformers; Wall module 8 x 60 x 8 inches\, floor module 18 x 72 x 12 inches. URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/dickaverns CATEGORIES:2023,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/DA-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230712T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230802T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20231213T182621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T230321Z UID:10000004-1689147000-1690995600@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Drag Story Time with Freida Whales DESCRIPTION:Join us on February 10th at 10:00 am for Drag Storytime\, a fun all ages event featuring stories\, songs\, rhymes and an art activity\, with award-winning drag artist\, Freida Whales! Register for a chance to win a family membership to the Vernon Public Art Gallery! \n\n\n\n\n \n Register URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/drag-story-time CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/VernonStorytime_Feb10_FBEventCover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230525T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230712T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T133313 CREATED:20251127T013239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T013417Z UID:10000214-1685008800-1689181200@vernonpublicartgallery.com SUMMARY:Emergence DESCRIPTION:Bella Jiang\, Jordan MacDonald\, Emily-Jayne May Myatt\, Julia Person & Angela Wood\n\n\n\nTopham Brown GalleryMay 25 – July 12\, 2023 \n\n\n\nEmergence is a group exhibition featuring the works of five recent graduates from UBCO’s BFA program. The exhibition showcases a range of art forms\, including painting\, sculpture\, and mixed media printmaking installation. The various artworks explore themes related to art history\, the human condition\, mental health and gender identity. \n\n\n\nThe artists in the exhibition draw on a variety of influences\, including art history and traditional modes of artistic production\, but include contemporary art forms as well as street graffiti and sculptural installation. Many of the works are based on research\, and some are also informed by personal experiences and exploration. \n\n\n\nOverall\, the exhibition Emergence offers a diverse and thought-provoking collection of works that highlight the talent and creativity of these emerging artists\, as well as their engagement with important social and cultural issues. \n\n\n\n\n \n Exhibition Publication URL:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/event/emergence-2 CATEGORIES:2023,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vernonpublicartgallery.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/rhythm-and-flow-full.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR