In Whistler
The Whistler Art Walking Tour is a great way to experience local galleries and public art pieces. Self-guided brochures are available at MY (Millennium) Place or online at www.whistlerartscouncil.com. Also, many local cafés and restaurants, and retail outlets offer up their walls as display spaces for local painters and photographers. In Whistler, you never know where you might spy that perfect piece!
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Black Ohm Tattoo GalleryWhere
: Millar Creek Rd., Function JunctionTattoo studio showcases multi-media works by in-house artists Dave Pepe Petko, Robin Dutcher and Justin Ormiston and other contributors from the Whistler underground. Ph: 604-938-8878. www.blackohmtattoogallery.com.
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Expressions Art Studio & GalleryWhere:
Tyndall Stone LodgeStudio/gallery/paint-your-own-ceramics shop showcasing funky glass, wood, fibre arts and ceramics. Regular in-house artist demonstrations, workshops and classes. Oct. 23: Fused glass workshop with Jeremy Morris. Watercolour painting with Lyle MacDonald every Tuesday evening. Clay workshops for kids with Barb Hirano on Saturdays. Call 604-932-2822 for rates/times.
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: The Adele Campbell Fine Art GalleryWhere
: Whistler Visitors Centre, Village StrollElegant gallery featuring renowned local and Canadian artists. Currently showcasing new black bear paintings by Ken Campbell. Ph: 604-938-0887. www.adele-campbell.com.
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: The Gallery at MY (Millennium) PlaceWhere:
Upstairs FoyerRunning throughout the month of October: an exhibition of travel photography from India and Mexico by locals Jolyn Starling and Robin ONeill www.whistlermillenniumpl.com.
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: VISEYE Photo GalleryWhere
: BBKs PubPhoto gallery on the walls of the cozy Blackcomb Benchlands pub next to Chef Bernards Cafe. Current exhibition: Double Take a combination of photography and photo-based computer generated images by Mike Barry and Bruce Rowles held over. www.viseyephotogallery.com.
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: West Coast GalleryWhere
: Pan Pacific LodgeClassic gallery currently showcasing new works by long-time exhibitor Maya Eventov. Ph: 604-935-0087. www.westcoastartgallery.com.
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Freestyle Framing & Art GalleryWhere
: Tapleys FarmFirst Nations artworks and wildlife prints from a mobile showroom based in Tapleys Farm. Viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-932-4077. www.freestyleframingandartgallery.ca.
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: Whistler Village Art GalleryWhere
: Westin ResortAn extensive collection of rich oil paintings and Inuit sculpture. Ph: 604-938-3001. www.whistlerart.com.
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: The Gallery at Chateau WhistlerWhere:
Fairmont Chateau Whistler ResortContemporary Canadian paintings, ceramics, glass, bronze and stone sculpture and other authentic handcrafted items. www.thegallerychateauwhistler.com.
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: Black Tusk GalleryWhere
: Whistler Village ResortBold works by aboriginal and Northwest Coast artists. New temporary location during renovations to the Whistler Village Resort. www.blacktusk.ca.
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: Art Junction@FunctionWhere
: Millar Creek Rd., Function JunctionA classy gallery and in-house framing studio showcasing contemporary B.C. artists. Ph: 604-938-9000. www.artjunction.ca.
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: The Plaza GalleriesWhere
: Town Plaza, Village NorthPaintings and sculptures from more than 50 renowned Canadian and international artists, plus stone carvings, glassworks, masks and jewelry.
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Snow City GlassworksWhere:
Alpha Lake Road, Function JunctionGlass blowing, fusing and etching by resident artist Duane Perrett. Open studio every Thursday, 2-6 p.m. Ph: 604-932-4748. www.snowcityglassworks.com.
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: Mountain Moments PhotographyWhere
: Clocktower, Skiers SquarePhotography by long-time local Greg Griffith outputted in archival inks and papers. www.mountainmoments.com
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: Cori Ross Originals and PrintsWhere
: Cross Designs Studio, Whistler CayFunky Whistler snow and summer scenes by resident painter Cori Ross. Studio viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-932-3473.
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: Vincent Massey Pottery GalleryWhere
: Alpine MeadowsMassey is renowned for his decorative stoneware, his wife Cheryl for her cedar bark, bull kelp and tule baskets. Ph: 604-932-6455.
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ClayfunkionalsWhere:
Whistler CreeksideOrnamental ceramics by Borgi Rayen. Studio viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-932-2468.
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Mountain Craft GalleryWhere:
Whistler CreeksideCanadian paintings and blown glass, ceramic and mixed media artworks. Studio viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-932-5001.
Out of Whistler
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Toyas GalleryWhere: #
2008, Hwy 99, Mount CurrieContemporary aboriginal artwork by Toya Harris, soapstone sculpture by Mike Tyler, organic furniture pieces by Martin Sam and appliqué garments by Karl Harris. Ph: 604-894-9460.
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: Our Glass WorksWhere
: 9143 Pemberton Portage Rd., BirkenCustom design stained glass by Judy and Hugh Bourhis, celebrating 25 years in the local arts community. Studio showroom open daily by appointment. Ph: 604-452-3273.
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Gallup PotteryWhere:
7396 Laurel St., PembertonFunctional stoneware by long-time local Meg Gallup. Studio viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-894-5035.
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Karen Love ArtWhere:
1422 Collins Rd., PembertonPaintings, prints and silver jewelry by resident artist Karen Love. Studio viewing daily by appointment. Ph: 604-894-5558.
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: Brackendale Art GalleryWhere
: Six miles north of Squamish, on Government Rd., (take Depot Rd. off Hwy 99).A true original in the heart of Brackendale featuring a gallery, theatre, café and chapel. Current exhibition: Indian Summer Pacific West Coast Native silkscreen prints and carvings. In the upstairs gallery: Art of the Natural World . Open weekends & statutory holidays. Ph: 604-898-3333. www.brackendaleartgallery.com.
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Newport GalleryWhere:
38055 Cleveland Avenue, SquamishFirst Nations art, resident in-house works, musical performances and regular special guest presentations. Current Exhibit: Whistler Weeds oil and watercolour paintings by Whistler artist Sharon Jensen. www.newportgallery.net.
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: Foyer GalleryWhere
: Squamish Public Library, 37907 Second Ave.Currently exhibiting photography by Jozsef Tompai and slump/fused glassworks by Debbie Hungle and Michelle Mason. Ph: 604-892-3110.
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: Nothing FinerWhere
: Cleveland Ave., SquamishOne-of-a-kind works by local and regional artisans. Stoneware, pottery, and sea grass baskets for home and garden.