OCTOBER 3, 2020 UNTIL OCTOBER 15, 2020
Artist Peter Shostak returns to the West End Gallery in Victoria for a major solo exhibition of twenty-five new oil paintings. Mr. Shostak takes the viewer back to simpler times in an environment unspoiled by television, smartphones and social media.
Born in rural Bonnyville, Alberta, to parents who had emigrated from Ukraine, Peter fondly remembers working on the farm and playing pond hockey with his brothers. It is fitting that the title of this latest exhibition at the West End Gallery is, "This Was Our Childhood."
SEPTEMBER 19 UNTIL OCTOBER 1, 2020
Irving’s painting style is borne of a deep affection for the Canadian landscape. From her childhood in rural BC surrounded by pine trees and lakes to her current home in Vancouver, where no one can ignore nature, the natural world has left an indelible mark on her sense of aesthetics and place. Irving turns her artistic expression toward the spacious forests of ancient trees, the looming mountains, the rolling ocean, the emerald green rivers and the moody weather around it all.
SEPTEMBER 12 UNTIL SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Elaine Brewer-White is well known for her provocative personifications of real people, including well known Canadian celebrities. This exhibition is in partnership with Mary Ann Laing.
SEPTEMBER 12 UNTIL SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Mary Ann Laing is a Victoria-based artist who has been painting for over 30 years. Inspired by the landscapes around Vancouver Island, her colourful and playful renditions of beloved places bring joy to the viewer. Her colour palette is a rich combination of complementary blues and oranges with the ever-present lush greens associated with the West Coast landscape. With each painting, she tells a story, and Mary Ann can bring the viewer on a visual journey where you can bring your own experience and layer it with hers.
A signature member of the Federation of Canadian Artists, Mary Ann’s work has been included in many exhibitions over the past 25 years.
JUNE 6 UNTIL JUNE 18, 2020
Greta Guzek is celebrating 20 years and her 11th solo exhibition Between the Lines June 6 – 18, 2020, with West End Gallery! Greta’s joyous and whimsical West Coast paintings are familiar both in their stunning beauty and their intimate charm. Utilizing the intricate design and vivid colours, her paintings capture the idyllic qualities that are intrinsic to the serenity of coastal life and nature. This latest collection of paintings also draws inspiration from the poems of Robert Perry, whose anthology “The Arbutus Islands”; provide insight into life on the West Coast. By having a different poem displayed with each painting Greta hopes that it will enhance the viewer’s appreciation and understanding of each painting and offer a deeper glimpse into her artistic vision.
AUGUST 22, 2020 UNTIL SEPTEMBER 3, 2020
Salt Spring Island artist Jeannette Sirois presents her second solo exhibition with West End Gallery. Jeannette’s painstakingly detailed botanical drawings are a sight to behold. Spending thousands of hours in the studio, her coloured pencil pieces on paper are a testament to her dedication, patience and passion. Using nature as her guide, Jeannette expertly renders the intricate blooms plucked from her garden, including tulips, irises and poppies.
JULY 4, 2020 UNTIL JULY 16, 2020
The West End Gallery is pleased to present Fraser Brinsmead's premiere exhibition in Victoria opening July 4, 2020! "Big Cities, Private Moments" is a collection of original paintings based on cities from Fraser's travels including: New York, San Francisco, Vancouver and Victoria. Drawn to the diversity of the urban landscape, Fraser is consistently enthralled by the bounty of personal connections found within the larger environment.
MAY 16, 2020 UNTIL MAY 22, 2020
The West End Gallery is pleased to present a solo exhibition of new works by Brent Laycock opening on Saturday, May 16, 2020. Much of his landscape painting expresses his love of the panoramic expanse of earth and sky which he develops into lyrical compositions. He works using a fluid, spontaneous style where the paint is applied in bold direct strokes rather than conforming to a preliminary drawing. In his painting, communicating an emotional response is more important than detailed representation.
MAY 2 UNTIL MAY 14, 2020
Paul Paquette’s premiere exhibition with West End Gallery has been a long awaited and eagerly anticipated event. Having studied as a graphic designer before turning to professional painting in 2003, Paul has since dedicated himself to mastering the art of composition and design. Based in Squamish, Paul’s collection of new artworks are a painterly ode to the natural landscapes that can be found around southern British Columbia.
