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- First Nations (8)
- Vancouver Island has a rich first peoples history.
- Galleries (23)
- Art galleries on Vancouver Island, independent and avant-garde art of all kinds.
- Music (19)
- Musicians, bands, venues and festivals on Vancouver Island.
- Painters (5)
- Painters are inspired by the raw and natural beauty of Vancouver Island, no wonder there are so many to discover here.
- Photographers (7)
- Photographers on Vancouver Island
- Potters and Pottery (5)
- Vancouver Island is well-known as an impressive source of potters and pottery, raku, porcelain, traditional and artistic, form and function.
- Theatre (7)
- High-brow or low, Vancouver Island offers some remarkable theatre troupes, groups and companies.
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Stark Raving Tattoo
http://www.starkravingtattoo.com
(1 vote)
Since 1991, Master Tattooist Mike Dick has delivered unique custom tattoo work to the people of Victoria, tribal tattoo, west-coast tattoo artist
Super Craft Star
Super Craft Star, Shirra Wall's new Whimsical Fabric Arts Craft Enterprise, Vintage Fabrics, Hand made products, OOAK, One of A Kind Handmade Home Decor items, funky pillows, whimsical shopping bags, silkscreened patches, recycled fabric, hand made purses, designer purses
The Big Time Out
(1 vote)
Cumberland Village Works delivered another stellar music inspired event with The Big Time Out -2008. Village Park in downtown Cumberland hosted some of the hottest independent acts currently touring the planet, including: Indie rockers Metric, hip-hop daddies De La Soul, K’naan, Matisyahu, Delhi2Dublin, Moshav, Shane Philip, Wil, That 1 Guy, Adham Shaikh, The CR Avery Band and You Say Party! We Say Die!
The Big Time Out had all the elements audiences have come to expect from a major Cumberland Village Works event, including audiovisual installations, commissioned art, dance and circus pieces, thematic chill zones and many other surprises.
Bringing successful International talent to this quaint little village is just the beginning. The Big Time Out is all about creating a festive vibe and funky setting. Inside the gates of The Big Time Out is a unique community event with a vibrant scene enveloping the exceptional music. Commissioned art installations, contemporary visuals, circus performers and colorful dancers provided a backdrop to thematic chill spaces like the extremely popular Union Saloon and our new family-oriented chai tent.
Website Designer, Cowichan Valley, Vancouver Island
http://www.jacksononthemoon.com
Website Design, graphic design, creative design, flash design, internet marketing, duncan, Cowichan Valley, Nanaimo, Victoria, BC
Strathcona Press
http://www.strathconapress.com
Strathcona Press is a Letterpress Studio & Art Gallery run by 2 Emily Carr Institute (Vancouver) alumni, in Yellowpoint (between Nanaimo & Ladysmith.) The Studio features artist's books, letterpress printed on antique presses, and there are regular shows by Canadian & International artists in the Gallery.
Open May-October Sat&Sun 12-4pm
250-245-2256
Island Rest B & B
http://islemuse.com/islandrest.html
Cortes Island adventures can begin at Island Rest, our self contained, separate suite with full kitchen, bedroom and living room, own entrance, fenced yard, organic breakfast fixings. Well behaved dogs welcome!
Ablaze Metal Art and Design
http://www.AblazeMetalArt.com/
Shop Online for metal art wall hangings and free-standing metal art work sculptures - perfect images for the home decor, office or garden, or Contact Us to customize these pieces or your own unique ideas. Native artisans and owners of Ablaze MetalArt, Walter and Sandra Moses design and create the highest quality metal artwork decor with artistry and imagination. info@AblazeMetalArt.com
Filberg Festival, Comox BC popular
http://www.filbergfestival.com/
(2 votes)
An annual summer event on the enchanting grounds of the Filberg Lodge and Park in Comox, Vancouver Island, BC Canada, features superb arts and crafts, delightful music and fun entertainment
Vancouver Island Online Advertising with HarbourLiving.ca popular
(1 vote)
Looking to reach over 20,000 Vancouver Island residents with your product or service. HarbourLiving.ca will help you do this. Visit the following link for more info.
http://www.harbourliving.ca/advertise.php
Victoria Erotica Festival of Film and Arts
http://www.victoriaeroticafestival.com/
(1 vote)
The Victoria Erotica Festival of Film and Arts - A traditional springtime celebration welcoming la dolce vita back into our lives
Victoria Event Centre
http://www.1415broad.ca/portal/
The Victoria Multicultural Society operates the Victoria Event Centre at 1415 Broad Street - across from the A-Channel
Victoria Dragon Boat Festival
http://www.victoriadragonboat.com/
August 15-17 at the Victoria Inner Harbour. One of Victoria's most popular summer events, the Victoria Dragon Boat Festival is a remarkable combination of culture and sport. Showcasing our world-renowned inner harbour, it is the only dragon boat festival in North America to take place in a working harbour.
The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue
http://www.cheesecakeburlesque.com/
Formed in Victoria, BC in 2006, The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue's mission is to celebrate classic burlesque with a modern twist! A fun, cheeky, sassy and bubbly mix of girl guerillas ready to take the stage by stillettoed storm
Stained Glass Lighting and Glass Artwork
LorisDawn Designs creates stained glass lighting for commercial and residential applications. This very unique style of illuminated art features exquisite details; the ornate filigree simulating timeless wrought-iron and the colourful glass gems together create outstanding reflections producing an inspiring atmosphere that will bedazzle your guests every time they visit. Her artwork will be cherished for generations.
Sooke Fine Arts Show
Aug 4 - 12 Sooke is steeped in artistic talent and natural beauty making it the perfect host for Vancouver Island’s premier art show and sale for the past 20 years
Shining Sun Gardenworks
http://www.shiningsungardenworks.com
Handcrafted metal home and garden art by metal artisan. 100% steel home design and beauty, metal garden stakes, whimsical metal art animal figures, recycled propane tank firepits, handcrafted metal welcome signs, custom iron art work.
Shi Studio - Victoria
Shi Studio is a fashion accessory design house that celebrates individual style and expression, in ourselves and in you.
Handmade in Canada, our pendants, earrings, belt buckles, wrist cuffs, chokers, hairpins and cufflinks frame the beautiful details of luminous Chinese silks and other tantalizing textiles under glass.
Pender Creatives
http://www.pendercreatives.com/
The Pender Creatives web site features the artists and artisans of Pender Island, BC, Canada, including painting, animation, graphic design, photography, fabric arts, the performing arts and literary arts.
Pacific Opera Victoria
cific Opera Victoria presents a distinctive blend of repertoire and creates original productions featuring Canada’s finest directors, designers, and singers.
Out of Hand Artisan Christmas Fair
Now celebrating its 20th year, Out of Hand is an annual Christmas fair of fine crafts, artisan food and the decorative arts, November 20th-23rd, 2008, at the Conference Centre in Victoria, BC, Canada.
Noella LeDrew - Artist, Designer
Noella LeDrew is a freelance graphic designer and multi-media artist living and working in East Sooke, near Victoria on Vancouver Island, British Columbia,
Melissa Caron Jewellers - Saltspring Island
Melissa Caron Jewellers: Custom made jewellery Saltspring Island, BC, Canada
In Focus Magazine
http://www.infocusmagazine.ca/
Providing an in-depth look at the Comox Valley since 1993.
Global Film Festival Nanaimo
http://www.nanaimofilmfest.org/
6th Annual Global Film Festival Nanaimo February 19-20, 2010
GBS Glass Blowing
Wine glasses, oil lamps, specialty lamp, scientific glass, located in Shawnigan Lake BC, come visit our studio. With over 30 years practical experience in the manufacture of Specialist Glassware and Fine Giftware, G.B.S. has supplied companies in fields ranging from, Fine Gift Stores to Science based Industries.
Firesign Art And Design Studio and B&B
http://www.firesignartanddesign.com/
A bright and comfortable bed and breakfast retreat on wooded acreage on beautiful Quadra Island, British Columbia, Canada, near beaches, hiking and kayaking.
Doodle Bug Cards
Handmade greeting cards from Victoria, B.C. crafted by Jenn Hobson
Denman Island Arts Centre
Art workshops, concerts, gallery shows and more. The Denman Island Arts Centre offers 2 to 3 day art workshops on one of BC's fabulous Gulf Islands. Near the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island
Cumberland Village Works
http://www.cumberlandvillageworks.com/
Welcome to the Cumberland Village Works… a vision, a beginning and a vehicle for the burgeoning and bursting cultural community of the Village of Cumberland.
Comox Valley Community Arts Council
http://www.comoxvalleyarts.org
The Comox Valley Community Arts Council, which also operates the Muir Gallery, is a non-profit organization that promotes and supports arts, culture and education in and around the Comox Valley. We co-ordinate and co-sponsor art shows and workshops, literary projects, performing arts events and children's programs including Art in the Park and Kids Fest. We also take every opportunity to promote our member groups.
CKGI - Co-Op Radio Gabriola Island
Gabriola Radio Co-operative operates as a volunteer organization with a growing membership consisting of Gabriola residents and visitors. We hold regular public meetings (Thursday at 2pm Artworks upstairs) and invite you to share your ideas for Gabriola’s own FM radio station.
Cedar and Yellow Point Artisans Association
Welcome to the Cedar and Yellow Point Artisans' Association website. We invite you to visit our studios, shops, galleries and farms!
There is plenty to discover nestled among the evergreen forests and picturesque waterfront and we hope you come to appreciate the natural beauty of Cedar and Yellow Point as you tour the area. For a quick link to the tour map please click here
Capital City Tattoo Convention
http://www.capitalcitytattoo.ca/
Victoria BC Tattoo Convention, March 13 and March 14 2010
Bad Boys Mosaics
http://www.badboysmosaics.com/
Bad Boys Mosaics is the creative spirit of Klaus Joehle. His mosaic creations blend the rich colours and longevity of ceramic and marble with the awe-inspiring nature of illustration and imagination.
Art on Vancouver Island - Ruby Eileen Simrose
Porcelain Flower Arrangements, Art Gallery in Sidney, BC, Canada. Art Gallery of Porcelain Flowers by Ruby Eileen Simrose. Hand-formed porcelain flower arrangements are a beautiful decorative accent for your home or office.
Alberni Valley Heritage Network
http://www.alberniheritage.com/
The beautiful Alberni Valley is home for some of Vancouver Island's premier heritage and adventure tourism attractions. Maritime heritage, First Nations culture and art, steam trains and steam sawmill
The Victoria Film Festival popular
http://www.victoriafilmfestival.com
10 days and over 160 films, parties and events each an every year. VFF is Victoria and Vancouver Island's oldest and largest film and video festival.
The Cumberlander
http://www.thecumberlander.ca/cgi-bin/show_home.cgi
Filled with a wide-ranging variety of grassroots news and views, The Cumberlander is also a direct-edit interface open to the whole community.Freely post your own articles, photos, events, classifieds, letters to the editor, etc. from your own computer.
CFUV - 101.9 Campus Community Radio
Campus and Community Radio station from the UVIC campus in Victoria.
