Artist run galleries and associations can be found on the artists in Canada Directory, which offer contemporary fine art created by local artists. Many disciplines are represented including watercolours, acrylic and oil paintings, photography, prints, mixed media, pottery, sculpture, textiles, wearable art and jewelry. If you are part of a co-operative make sure you are listed, it's free.
An artist run centre in the arts-inclined town of Nelson BC that offers educational programming for the community as well as exhibitions, residencies, art sales, and other cultural events.
Variety of paintings, glasswork, original hand pulled prints, fabric art, jewellry, photography, open 7 days a week
Studio 730 is a place for creative people to gather, work, and discuss ideas. It has been the site for book launches, art openings, lectures, cocktail parties, performances, and film screenings. Photographic services and studio space rentals avail... (more)
Located in The Old School House Arts Centre in Qualicum Beach, BC. Ten women artists, all members of the Federation of Canadian Artists. An eclectic mix, from realistic to abstract, in acrylic, oil, watercolour, prints and fabric art. Open dail... (more)
The Wood Co-Op Gallery on Granville Island, offers fine wood working with a focus on contemporary design.