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workshop

Oct 29, 2026, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM

Teen Hangout

A tabletop scene featuring several hands engaged in an art project. There are multiple sheets of illustrated paper, scissors, a smartphone, and snack wrappers scattered across the table. A wooden stand holds three cups, and various colored papers, scissors, and markers are also visible. The background is softly lit, creating a casual and creative atmosphere.

workshop

Oct 25, 2026, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

Drawing for Many Hands

Sunday Workshop

Two hands are using charcoal to create abstract, swirling lines on a large piece of brown paper. The hands are positioned close together, one holding a piece of charcoal near the paper's surface. The background shows a blurred array of colorful objects, suggesting a creative environment.

performance

Oct 21, 2026, 7:00 PM

Madeleine Elkins Trio

Three individuals pose for a photo against a tiled wall. On the left is a man with curly hair wearing glasses and a blue patterned shirt. In the center is a woman with wavy hair, wearing a black polka dot top and a green skirt, smiling at the camera. On the right is a man with a beard, wearing dark sunglasses and a green shirt, with his arms crossed.

Music on the Mountain

performance

Oct 18, 2026, 2:00 PM

Ooga Mooga: Songs from Martin

Matt Rogalsky Performs Martin Bartlett

A silhouetted figure, wearing a cap and glasses, is engaged in adjusting a sound synthesizer with visible wires and blinking lights. In the background, there are empty chairs and a microphone stand in a softly lit room with hanging speakers and equipment.

event

Oct 3, 2026, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM

Fall Exhibitions

Opening Reception

The image is split into two sections. On the left, there is a close-up of an array of vintage electronic audio equipment featuring numerous black knobs, yellow and red jacks, and labels for functionality. On the right, there is a colorful fabric featuring repeated text that reads "WILD DOUBLER" in blue and yellow with dollar signs, set against a brown background.

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.

call

Jul 29, 2026–Sep 30, 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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