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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. The Whistler Farmers Market is also a big part of the local art scene. Check out a broad selection of works by local artists, artisans and photographers every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine.

What

: VISEYE Photo Gallery

Where

: BBK’s Pub

Photo gallery on the walls of the cozy Blackcomb Benchlands pub next to Chef Bernard’s Cafe. Current exhibition: Double Take – images by Mike Barry and Bruce Rowles — held over. www.viseyephotogallery.com.

What

: The Gallery at MY (Millennium) Place

Where:

Upstairs Foyer

Running through the end of September: works by local photographer Blake Jorgenson. Jorgenson is presenting a new slide show at the MY Place theatre on Sept. 25. www.whistlermillenniumpl.com.

What:

Expressions Art Studio & Gallery

Where:

Tyndall Stone Lodge, Whistler Village Stroll

Studio/gallery/paint-your-own-ceramics shop showcasing funky glass, wood, fibre arts and ceramics. Regular in-house artist demonstrations, workshops and classes. Ph: 604-932-2822.

What

: West Coast Gallery

Where

: Pan Pacific Lodge

New works by long-time exhibitor Maya Eventov. Ph: 604-935-0087. www.westcoastartgallery.com.

What:

Freestyle Framing & Art Gallery

Where

: Tapley’s Farm

Owner/operator Terry Vincent has closed her Whistler Village space and is now showcasing the gallery’s First Nations artworks and wildlife prints from a mobile showroom based in Tapley’s Farm. Viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-932-4077. www.freestyleframingandartgallery.ca.

What

: The Adele Campbell Fine Art Gallery

Where

: Whistler Visitor’s Centre, Village Stroll

Elegant Whistler gallery featuring renowned local and Canadian artists. Ph: 604-938-0887. www.adele-campbell.com.

What

: Whistler Village Art Gallery

Where

: Westin Resort

An extensive collection of paintings and Inuit sculpture. New works in encaustic (wax and oil paint blend) by Jan Mason Steeves. Ph: 604-938-3001. www.whistlerart.com.

What

: The Gallery at Chateau Whistler

Where:

Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort, Blackcomb Village

Contemporary Canadian paintings, ceramics, glass, bronze and stone sculpture and other authentic handcrafted items. www.thegallerychateauwhistler.com.

What

: Black Tusk Gallery

Where

: Main Floor, Whistler Village Resort

Bold works by aboriginal and Northwest Coast artists. New temporary location during renovations to the Whistler Village Resort. www.blacktusk.ca.

What

: Art Junction@Function Gallery & Framing Studio

Where

: Millar Creek Road, Function Junction

A classy gallery showcasing contemporary B.C. artists. New works on display by Ellen Mahon and Vicki English. Ph: 604-938-9000. www.artjunction.ca.

What

: The Plaza Galleries

Where

: Town Plaza, Village North

Paintings and sculptures from more than 50 renowned Canadian and international artists, plus stone carvings, glassworks, masks and jewelry.

What:

Snow City Glassworks

Where:

Alpha Lake Road, Function Junction

Glass blowing, fusing and etching by resident artist Duane Perrett. Open studio every Thursday, 2-6 p.m. Ph: 604-932-4748. www.snowcityglassworks.com.

What

: Mountain Moments Photography

Where

: Clocktower, Skiers Square

Photography by longtime local Greg Griffith outputted in archival inks and papers.

www.mountainmoments.com

What

: Cori Ross Originals and Prints

Where

: Cross Designs Studio, Whistler Cay

Funky Whistler snow and summer scenes by resident painter Cori Ross. Studio viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-932-3473.

What

: Vincent Massey Pottery Gallery

Where

: Alpine Meadows

Massey is renowned for his decorative stoneware, his wife Cheryl for her cedar bark, bull kelp and tule baskets. Ph: 604-932-6455.

What:

Clayfunkionals

Where:

Whistler Creekside

Ornamental ceramics by Borgi Rayen. Studio viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-932-2468.

What:

Mountain Craft Gallery

Where:

Whistler Creekside

Canadian paintings and blown glass, ceramic and mixed media artworks. Studio viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-932-5001.

Out of Whistler

Our neighbours to the south in Squamish and Brackendale are hosting their 3 rd Annual ArtWalk Studio and Gallery tour this weekend. Twenty-five local artists and artisans will open their studios to the public and galleries will host special exhibitions and live demonstrations. The ArtWalk runs Sept. 18 — 19, 11 a.m. — 5 p.m. Go to www.squamishartwalk.com to download a map and guide.

What:

Newport Gallery

Where:

38055 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish

First Nations art, resident in-house works, and regular special guest presentations. Showing until Sept. 23: Western Spirit – equine-themed watercolours by painter/horsebreeder Wendy Robson. Robson hosts an in-house seminar on watercolour painting on Saturday, Sept. 25. Ph: 604-892-1080. www.newportgallery.net. Part of the Squamish Valley ArtWalk Studio and Gallery Tour.

What

: Foyer Gallery

Where

: Squamish Public Library, 37907 Second Ave.

Current exhibit: photography by Sheila Blake and wood carved items by Dave Cunningham. Currently exhibiting oil pastel drawings by Lori McKay, Paper Mache art by Ann McCutcheon and jewelry by Susan Remnant. Ph: 604-892-3110. Part of the Squamish Valley ArtWalk Studio and Gallery Tour.

What

: Nothing Finer

Where

: Cleveland Ave., Squamish

One-of-a-kind works by local and regional artisans. Stoneware, pottery, and sea grass baskets for home and garden. Part of the Squamish Valley ArtWalk Studio and Gallery Tour.

What

: Brackendale Art Gallery

Where

: 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. Part of the Squamish Valley ArtWalk Studio and Gallery Tour.

What:

Toya’s Gallery

Where: #

2008, Hwy 99, Mount Currie

Contemporary 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.

What

: Our Glass Works

Where

: 9143 Pemberton Portage Rd., Birken

Custom design stained glass by Judy and Hugh Bourhis, celebrating 25 years in the local arts community. Studio showroom viewing daily by appointment. Ph: 604-452-3273.

What:

Gallup Pottery

Where:

7396 Laurel St., Pemberton

Functional stoneware by long-time local Meg Gallup. Studio viewing by appointment. Ph: 604-894-5035.

What:

Karen Love Art

Where:

1422 Collins Rd., Pemberton

Paintings, prints and silver jewelry by resident artist Karen Love. Studio viewing daily by appointment. Ph: 604-894-5558.