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There's No Place Like Roam
Ever since Roam Gallery founder Jennifer Angers Daerendinger opened the doors to her community gallery 2 years ago, she hasn't looked back. What started as a pop up store, has quickly grown into it's home at City Square Mall on 12th ave. The little gallery has played host to a myriad of group shows, continuously serving up some of Vancouver's newest and brightest talent.
Jennifer is not just a patron of the arts, she is a huge supporter of them, she realized that the Vancouver arts community needs to be supportive of one another, and with that her main focus and motivation for establishing this gallery is, building a community. And judging by the turn out from last weeks opening, she is right on track.
She is fortunate to be surrounded by a team of people, who share in her vision and have helped with everything, from renovations to hanging the art. Jennifer has stated "You cant' do something like this on your own, you need help, you need a team."
Each month the rotation of artists changes, and Roam hosts an opening reception, where friends, family and collectors are invited to come and meet the artists and view the new work. The artists pay an nominal fee to have there art showcased and Daerendinger, takes only a fraction of what the average gallery would.
Some of Jennifer's future plans for the new gallery include, turning the extra rooms into studio space, where artists can come and create on site, making it an ideal setting for someone who is new to the art industry and is taking the plunge to set out to into the art scene in a supportive atmosphere.
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andy dixon
Local artist Andy Dixon is truly on a level of his own. A deeply rich, brightly lit, technicolor level. He is an overly talented, highly creative individual, who is fiercely dedicated to his craft.
Born in Vancouver and raised by two accountants, Dixon started exploring his creative side starting at an early age. He paints, makes music, designs and runs a record label. His very first solo art show in 2008, "How to Draw Everything" showed 16 original works and sold out, he is a full time artist, who has a treasure trove of private clients and exclusivity at, at least 3 galleries around the world.
I have to ask my self, what am I doing?
Carnevale di Venezia
45" X 34"
Acrylic & oil pastel on framed canvas.
2014
45" X 34"
Acrylic & oil pastel on framed canvas.
2014
I recently got to spend some time with him in his East Van studio, as he used his signature colour palette to add the final touches to his newest installment, titled "Canadiana." An art installment created to answer the question: Is Andy Dixon a Canadian artist?
The word impressive hardly does these works of art justice. Andy's artistic style is reminiscent of the greats. Weather the subject he paints is still life, erotic nudes or portrait, his work is like a technicolour Fauvist, or a Rembrandt on a good acid trip.
The word impressive hardly does these works of art justice. Andy's artistic style is reminiscent of the greats. Weather the subject he paints is still life, erotic nudes or portrait, his work is like a technicolour Fauvist, or a Rembrandt on a good acid trip.
Teal Bouquet
33" X 52"
Acrylic & oil pastel on framed canvas.
2014
33" X 52"
Acrylic & oil pastel on framed canvas.
2014
But his work and the story that each piece tells are more then that, much more, and perhaps we should leave him in a class all of his own. After finding much success in Texas and Europe, he will be leaving Vancouver for a 6 month painting spree in New York.
Leopard
40"x36"
Acrylic & oil pastel on framed canvas.
2014
40"x36"
Acrylic & oil pastel on framed canvas.
2014
When it comes to Mr.Dixon and his art, we are at the beginning of something truly great in the art world, something that only comes along every once and a while, the unfolding of an artistic genius.
Andy will be showing a collection of his most recent work titled "Canadiana" May 14th at the Inital gallery on Granville st.
Follow him and his various creative out put here ---> www.andydixon.net
Andy will be showing a collection of his most recent work titled "Canadiana" May 14th at the Inital gallery on Granville st.
Follow him and his various creative out put here ---> www.andydixon.net
Next Level Finger Painter
Paolo Troilo, was born in Italy, where he studied Architecture and Modern Literature at the Florence University, then in Rome at the European Institute of Design. After working as an advertising agent for several international advertising agencies, such as Saatchi & Saatchi and Arnold Worldwide, as Art Director first, then as Creative Director. The Ad Exec/Architect turned self taught artist has been making waves the last few years with his striking and emotional finger paintings.
“To think about my finger_figurative_painting as a kind of miracle is the proof that people often underestimate the potentials of our body”- Paolo Trolio
Paolo uses his fingers as a means to do away with and abandon the common tools, thus allowing him to really give himself over to his immensely passionate and powerful works of art.
Explaining his reason for lack of colour, Paolo describes colours as "....an illusion, misleading, traitors. White and black are open doors.”
“Old generations always says that the new generations don’t understand the worth of life because they don’t have something urgent to fight for. But old generations were new generations and new generation will became old generations. Our era is a sneaky bitch, a silent and poisoned escalation covered by the rumors of loud media-voices. We’re now fighting for ourselves, we are our flags.”
His work is deep and methodical, using anatomy as the groundwork for his story telling, mainly focusing on the the duality of the human condition.
Paolo's work has been exhibited around the globe in places such as, San Francisco, Miami, Istanbul, Paris, Madrid, Milan, Rome, Florence, Berlin, Basel, Singapore and Tel Aviv. He currently lives and works in Milan, Italy.
To learn more about his philosophy and see more of his work check out his site here -----> www.troilo54.com
Over the last few years there has been a steady trend picking up in the Canadian art scene, and that trend is, live competitive painting. It's exactly as it sounds. One of the first to hit the scene and spearhead the movement, is the now immensely popular Art Battle. Over the years, it has slowly been picking up momentum, popping up from city to city. Now, there is an Art Battle in every major Canadian city.
In it's infancy, the Vancouver Chapter's Creative Director, was none other then Bill Higgison, who took on the challenge of curating the monthly line ups, built a reliable team as well, he found a home for the show each month.
In it's infancy, the Vancouver Chapter's Creative Director, was none other then Bill Higgison, who took on the challenge of curating the monthly line ups, built a reliable team as well, he found a home for the show each month.
I remember when Art Battle first came to Vancouver, it was held in the back room of Raw Canvas a tiny little bistro style restaurant in Yaletown, at the time, there was perhaps maybe 50 of us, watching as 3 artists at a time would furiously paint what ever they could in the 20 minutes that they where given. When they put down their brushes it was us, the crowd who would vote who would move on and who wouldn't. The winners of the first two rounds would go head to head in the final round for all the glory.
The winners of each final round from every month would meet again at the end of the season for the semi - finals. And that winner would then go to Toronto to 'battle it out with the other champions from across Canada. The reigning champion for two years in a row, was from the Vancouver Chapter, Yared Nigussu.
Today, Art Battle, has exploded, it is now a huge platform for up and coming artists to get noticed and network, instead of three artists per round it is now six. Each monthly event consistently draws hundreds of spectators. Both the Victoria and Vancouver Art Battle's are run by artist and superstar Angela Hillier, who bounces back and forth form city to city bringing us line up after line up of amazing talent.
If you are interested in participating or would like to learn how to get involved with their upcoming events visit them here -----> artbattle.ca
The Lab Art Show series is as semi annual event and is Vancouver's fastest growing multi disciplinary art exhibition. The show is creators, Gloria and Etel Bernard's answer to an under valued and under appreciated Vancouver Art scene, featuring 100+ artists from around the globe. This year Lab found it's home at the Yaletown Roundhouse, a Vancouver community centre, located in the heart of Yaletown. The center is know for playing host to many different cultural events and showcases through out the year.
Each Lab Art show event is curated and produced by Glitz Entertainment, Gloria and Etel's Vancouver based events company. The show offers the audience a chance to connect with Vancouver artists. Every Lab Art Show is different from the last, offering us a different perspective into the vast and ever growing Vancouver art scene.
Artists, musicians and dancers come together for one fabulous night of creativity. Typical theme's featured at a Lab Art Show range from short film, music, audiovisuals, painting, sculpture, acting, contemporary dance, animation, fashion show and more. All in one place, a place where the audience can network and showcase their talent.
For information on their upcoming events visit:
www.glitz-entertainment.com
The power of the vision board
What is a vision board? A vision board is a tool that most successful entreprenuers use to create and maintain their goals throughout the year. Earlier this year, I attended the 2nd annual Vision Board Party, hosted by local Vancouver blogger Genicca Whitney and friends.
Over a hundred local business owners, bloggers and entreprenuers gathered around tables, listening to sage advice from guest speakers such as creator and founder of the ever growing YVR Bloggers group and his the immensely popular "Daddy Blogger" - Ricky Shetty, Alana Ferro sharing her inspiring story of turning tragedy into triumph and fitness superstar Steely Springham with her very encouraging "It's never to late" tale of her rise to the top in the fitness model circuit. All while we clipped inspiring images, words and phrases from stacks of magazines and then pasted them to our giant poster boards.
Over a hundred local business owners, bloggers and entreprenuers gathered around tables, listening to sage advice from guest speakers such as creator and founder of the ever growing YVR Bloggers group and his the immensely popular "Daddy Blogger" - Ricky Shetty, Alana Ferro sharing her inspiring story of turning tragedy into triumph and fitness superstar Steely Springham with her very encouraging "It's never to late" tale of her rise to the top in the fitness model circuit. All while we clipped inspiring images, words and phrases from stacks of magazines and then pasted them to our giant poster boards.
what does it mean to create a vision board?
and why is it so important?
In today's fast paced culture, which is further perpetuated by social media, it's hard to set goals, stay focused and keep them. By creating a vision board and placing it in an area that you will see it, you are subconsciously imbedding these ideas into your mind. Most successful people will tell you that they use this tool, and yes, most have manifested that which they have posted on the board.
This tool is important for many reasons, but one of the most important is visualizing the life that you would like, being real and honest with yourself. What do you want to achieve? Where do you see yourself heading? These are the types of questions you need to ask yourself before you begin.
This tool is important for many reasons, but one of the most important is visualizing the life that you would like, being real and honest with yourself. What do you want to achieve? Where do you see yourself heading? These are the types of questions you need to ask yourself before you begin.
What you will need:
- Scissors
- Glue
- Magazines
- A general idea of what you are going for, or just cut and paste intuitively
- Poster board
Vision boards are great markers for your career path, you can always look back at them and see if it is still in alignment with you, or is it time to make a new one.
Happy Creating!
This year we have partnered with Coast Mental Health, for us it was a no brainer, it just made sense. This year we will feature one of their artists from The Coast Art Room and not only will that artist receive 50% of their sold art, we will donate 50% of our tickets sales to Coast Mental Health's Art Program.
The Coast Art Room Program, is the foundation of Coast Mental Health, each year their art room plays host to hundreds of members battling with mental illness, the program is run by the hundreds of generous volunteers who are either Emily Carr University graduates, art teachers or established artists and to celebrate their creative endeavors, every September they put on their own art show and auction.
The Coast Art Room Program, is the foundation of Coast Mental Health, each year their art room plays host to hundreds of members battling with mental illness, the program is run by the hundreds of generous volunteers who are either Emily Carr University graduates, art teachers or established artists and to celebrate their creative endeavors, every September they put on their own art show and auction.
False Creek
by John Duncan A Coast Art Room Member
by John Duncan A Coast Art Room Member
Coast Mental Health is a community leader and is a registered charity that advances recovery and social inclusion for people with mental illness in the Lower Mainland. Believing everyone has the right to physical and mental health, and that these begin with a home, a meal, a job and a friend, Coast has provided innovative support programs for more than 40 years including supportive housing, personal development, employment, and social programs. CMH is now the largest provider of supported housing and community services in British Columbia to people with mental illness. Last year they served more than 4,200 clients, housing more than 1,100 people in supported residences.
To learn more about how amazing Coast Mental Health is visit them on their website-------> www.coastmentalhealth.com
To learn more about how amazing Coast Mental Health is visit them on their website-------> www.coastmentalhealth.com
The courage to come back
The Courage To Come Back Awards is a province-wide annual campaign that pays tribute to BC residents who have demonstrated extraordinary courage in their recovery from illness or adversity. The awards are presented to one individual in each of the following categories: Addiction, Medical, Mental Health, Physical Rehabilitation, Social Adversity and Youth.
The Courage Awards gala is an uplifting evening celebrating the best in our province. The Chair of the Courage To Come Back Awards is Lorne Segal, President of Kingswood Capital.
The Courage Awards gala is an uplifting evening celebrating the best in our province. The Chair of the Courage To Come Back Awards is Lorne Segal, President of Kingswood Capital.
"Everyone should attend The Courage To Come Back Awards as a requirement of being human." - Anonymous
Curator and event organizer extraordinaire, Chris Bentzen, has carved out a nice little niche market in the Vancouver arts community. For over a decade he has been bringing artists and the community together with a myriad of long standing shows such as, Hot One Inch Action, Carded! (An annual trading card show featuring the works of 100+ artists), workshops, comedy shows and more!
Voted second best gallery in Vancouver for Westender Best of The City 2015, Hot Art Wet City began as a pop up gallery in 2012, featuring fun, weird and accessible art. Later on they would play host of various openings and featuring artist interviews. They opened permanently at 2206 Main Street in Vancouver in April 2013.
For more information visit: www.HotArtWetCity.com
Twelve years ago, Hot One Inch Action was born, created by Jim Hoehnle and Chris Bentzen, it is the original, one-night only show of button art collecting, trading and social interaction. The art of fifty different artists is reproduced onto one inch buttons. The limited edition buttons are displayed on the gallery wall and the audience is offered the opportunity to buy randomly selected buttons in mixed bags of five for $5
In addition to their annual Vancouver show, they have hosted the show in Seattle, Portland, Calgary, Reno and NYC. Hot One Inch Action has received artist submissions from Canada, USA, France, Spain, UK, Hong Kong and Turkey.
For more information visit: www.hotoneinchaction.com
In addition to their annual Vancouver show, they have hosted the show in Seattle, Portland, Calgary, Reno and NYC. Hot One Inch Action has received artist submissions from Canada, USA, France, Spain, UK, Hong Kong and Turkey.
For more information visit: www.hotoneinchaction.com
Beheld is a online gallery and artist platform which holds an impressive roster of artistic talent, just waiting to be discovered.
It is the brain child of local entreprenuer Colin Brown and seasoned artist Bill Higginson, the two embarked on their mission a few years back, with their sole goal, to make art more more accessible to public and to help artists find buyers. By creating an online platform, it is now easy for art collectors to discover emerging artists and support them in a variety of ways.
Beheld is Bill and Colin’s response to the many problems artists face. For artists, it serves as a comprehensive business tool with which to transact and build a following. For art collectors, it provides access to a growing community of talented, emerging artists and the opportunity to foster their future success by sharing their art, following their updates, and collecting their pieces.
Beheld’s main focus is on emerging artists and helping them experience the success they deserve.
It is the brain child of local entreprenuer Colin Brown and seasoned artist Bill Higginson, the two embarked on their mission a few years back, with their sole goal, to make art more more accessible to public and to help artists find buyers. By creating an online platform, it is now easy for art collectors to discover emerging artists and support them in a variety of ways.
Beheld is Bill and Colin’s response to the many problems artists face. For artists, it serves as a comprehensive business tool with which to transact and build a following. For art collectors, it provides access to a growing community of talented, emerging artists and the opportunity to foster their future success by sharing their art, following their updates, and collecting their pieces.
Beheld’s main focus is on emerging artists and helping them experience the success they deserve.
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