Left to Right:
Out of the Shadows by Vance Theoret Indian Soapstone 7.5 x 3 x 5.5 $500
Wise Up by Vance Theoret Brazilian Soapstone 6.75 x 4 x 3.5 $350
The Proverbial Wise Guy by Vance Theoret Brazilian Soapstone 7 x 3.25 x 3 $400
As we welcome the New Year, we are delighted to share that The Avenue Gallery has been named Best Art Gallery in the Times Colonist Readers’ Choice Awards for the fifth consecutive year! We truly appreciate your continued support.
A special thank you to all who gave and received during our All That Glitters jewellery fundraiser exhibition in support of Victoria Hospice.
As the grey days linger, a touch of artistic beauty can lighten the spirit! Feast your eyes on these enchanting new arrivals…
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Included in this newsletter:
Vance Theoret
Jan Lovewell
Guy Hollington
Val Nunns
Cathryn Jenkins
Derek Kasper
Denna Erickson
Digital Superimposing & ‘On Approval’
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VANCE THEORET
Likes the Night
Brazilian Soapstone 6.5 x 3.5 x 4
$350
Vance approaches his sculpting with a distinct perspective, allowing the stone itself to guide the creative process. By embracing this symbiotic relationship, his sculptures come to life, infused with vibrant colours and unexpected patterns, reflecting a playful spirit that defines his artistic ethos.
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JAN LOVEWELL
Naked Raku Large Lidded Jar
Naked Raku 5.75 x 3.75
$225
An enticing new collection of Jan’s raku vessels has arrived in the gallery! Each piece speaks to Jan’s mastery, featuring intricate designs, an organically-inspired palette, and a unique firing process that captivates the senses…
Naked Raku Shaker
Naked Raku 3.5 x 2.75
$125
Jan has been making pottery in Lund, BC for over 30 years, and her work is exhibited and collected internationally.
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GUY HOLLINGTON
‘Blue and Fire’ Vase
Glass 14 x 7.5 x 4
$395
This piece is a frozen whirlwind of confetti caught in mid-celebration; a joyful explosion suspended forever in glass. – Guy Hollington
‘White with Mixed Blues’ Vase
Glass 10.5 x 6.5 x 4
$275
Blue swirls create playful patterns against the pristine white background. – Guy Hollington
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VAL NUNNS
Baroque Pearl & Blue Sapphire Earrings
Baroque Pearls, Blue Sapphires (1.19 ct), Sterling Silver & Plated Yellow Gold, 1.5″ drop
$600
For those who love Val Nunns’ dazzling designs, there is more to discover… Hot on the heels of her recent delivery, another beautiful selection of new pieces has just arrived in the gallery!
Green Amethyst & Tanzanite Earrings
Green Amethyst (37.55 ct), Tanzanite (0.2ct), Sterling Silver 1.5″ drop
$625
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CATHRYN JENKINS
Something in the Wind
Bronze (edition 29 of 50), 4.5 x 4 x 6
$525
Cathryn’s charming cubs mix tactile surfaces with bold, graceful lines, resulting in work that feels both contemporary and timeless.
Cloud Gazing
Bronze (edition 29 of 50) 4 x 4.5 x 6
$525
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DEREK KASPER
Cosmic Chrysanthemums
Stoneware 3.5 x 17
$525
Derek’s Cosmic Chrysanthemums transforms repeated shapes into a stunning stoneware bloom. Its textured surface and shifting shadows invite viewers to explore evolving patterns of light and form.
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DENNA ERICKSON
Whispers That Disappear
Oil on panel 30 x 24
$2500
Denna’s latest paintings feature organic shapes built up in luminous, layered glazes. Through these transparent layers of paint, shapes and forms are transformed, creating a sense of depth and ethereal movement.
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Digital Superimposing & ‘On Approval’
Above: Whispers That Disappear by Denna Erickson (superimposed)
Explore a virtual preview! Email a head-on photo of your wall and its dimensions and we will digitally place any painting in your space.
Prefer a hands-on experience? Take artwork home for up to 48 hours ‘on approval’. If the piece is not a perfect fit, it may be returned.
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Happy New Year,
Kathleen, Catherine, Kathi, India & Jessie
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