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workshop

Oct 29, 2026, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM

Teen Hangout

exhibition

Oct 3, 2026–Feb 14, 2027

Here to Play

Variation for Sixteen Hands

A triptych image featuring three musicians seated in a performance space. On the left, a young woman in a purple dress plays a stringed instrument, focused on her sheet music. In the center, an older man with long hair plays a woodwind instrument, also concentrating on his sheet music. On the right, a man plays a lute-like instrument while seated. The background includes wooden paneling and decorative elements, contributing to a warm, acoustic ambiance.

exhibition

Oct 3, 2026–Feb 14, 2027

Martin Bartlett

Begin Anywhere

A detailed black-and-white image featuring a complex network of black circles connected by thin lines. The circles vary in size and density, creating a scattered pattern across the page. On the left side, there are musical notations and symbols. The overall composition has a grid-like structure with some vertical and horizontal markers, which provides a sense of organization amidst the complexity of connections.

event

Oct 3, 2026, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM

Fall Exhibition

Opening Reception

talk

Sep 13, 2026, 2:00 PM

Sean Griffin on the Pacific Tribune

A black and white photograph depicting a group of people, including men, women, and children, participating in a protest. They are holding signs with various messages related to Indigenous rights and grievances. The setting is outdoors, with some construction activities in the background. One child is seated in a folding chair holding a sign, while others stand closely together. The clothing styles reflect the era of the photograph.

talk

Sep 10, 2026, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM

RESCHEDULED: Roxanne Panchasi

"Would they do it in Paris?": Protesting France's Last Nuclear Detonations in the Pacific, 1995–1996

In the foreground, a woman with a brown ponytail stands with her back to the camera wearing a white t-shirt that says "Do it in Paris". In front of her, a women writes on a t-shirt that another woman is holding. They are outside, with scaffolding and vehicles in the background.

talk

Aug 27, 2026, 7:00 PM

Printmaking Histories in Vancouver

Experimentation & Community

A black-and-white linocut print depicts a reclining nude figure with curly hair lying on a patterned surface featuring floral designs. The figure's body is outlined sharply, with expressive details on the face and limbs. The background has textured lines suggesting waves or movement.

workshop

Aug 23, 2026, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

Printed Paper Puppets

Sunday Workshop

An overhead view of a workspace where two people are engaged in art projects. One person is applying paint to a large white sheet featuring blue and black leaf-like designs, while holding a purple transparent sheet layered on top. Various paintbrushes and a plate with blue and black paint are visible on the table, along with sketches and colorful markings on the surface.

workshop

Aug 10, 2026–Oct 1, 2026

Open Studio Saturdays

A flat lay of a crafting workspace featuring two collages: one depicts colored pencils in a container and the other shows cut-out cloud shapes on a blue background. Surrounding the collages are containers filled with colorful paper scraps, a bottle of school glue, a pair of scissors, and a pencil, all set on a brown paper surface.

call

Jul 29, 2026–Sep 20, 2026

Digressions: Call for Proposals

Test Kitchen

A diverse group of individuals sit at a long wooden table in a brightly lit gallery. They are facing a large screen displaying content related to a presentation. Behind them is a colorful mural featuring various floral and abstract designs against a light blue wall. The participants appear engaged in discussion, with some taking notes. The setting has a modern, open feel with large windows allowing natural light to enter.

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