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Introducing Local Painter Richard Motchman

Introducing Local Painter Richard Motchman

We are delighted to welcome Richard Motchman as a new addition to the fine painters showing at The Avenue Gallery! Living and painting locally, Richard Motchman’s paintings are deeply reflective of the detailed ecology of Vancouver Island’s forests. Landscape been a central focus of Richard Motchman’s art. After moving from Mombasa, Kenya to Penticton, BC at the age of three, the surrounding landscapes inspired his early interest in drawing and art. However, it wasn’t until his teenage years, upon learning about Vincent van Gogh, that he felt a deep calling to pursue art seriously....
Celebrating 22 Years & Welcoming Bob Leatherbarrow

Celebrating 22 Years & Welcoming Bob Leatherbarrow

The Avenue Gallery proudly marked 22 years in business on November 1st! We deeply appreciate your ongoing support and patronage. We’re thrilled to welcome Bob Leatherbarrow whose vibrant kilnformed glass vessels transform everyday observations into stunning art. Linda Wilder’s much-anticipated solo exhibition, Frondescence, opens on November 7th! Scroll to the end of this newsletter for your next sneak peeks, or view on our website. _____________________________ Included in this Newsletter: Mary-Jean Butler Bob Leatherbarrow Bayot Heer Geoff Searle Brenda Roy Linda Wilder – Solo...
October’s objets d’art & Linda Wilder Exhibition Preview

October’s objets d’art & Linda Wilder Exhibition Preview

Captivating paintings, jewellery and ceramics to share with you… as always, a rich assortment awaits! October 10th marked the final day of Bi Yuan Cheng’s solo exhibition, Coastal Visions. A heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to its success! Anticipation is building for Linda Wilder’s upcoming solo exhibition, Frondescence, opening next month! Don’t miss your exclusive sneak preview at the end of this newsletter… _____________________________ Included in this Newsletter: Sheila Davis Andrea Russell Catherine Moffat Derek Kasper Lorna Dockstader Linda Wilder – Solo...
July Greetings

July Greetings

Sharing exciting new arrivals and current favourites… a visual feast awaits! Included in this Newsletter: Lorna Dockstader, Jan Lovewell, Stephanie Taylor, Val Nunns, Shinah Lee, Naoko Takenouchi.   _____________________________ LORNA DOCKSTADER Tranquil Dusk Acrylic on canvas 24 x 48 $3200 With a keen eye for detail and a mastery of colour and contrast, Lorna’s new landscapes evoke a sense of introspection and calm. Each brushstroke tells a story of untamed wilderness and the enduring power of nature’s elegance. Westcoast Whispers Acrylic on canvas 48 x 24 $3200 Lorna has been...
Times Colonist Readers’ Choice Award Winner – Best Art Gallery

Times Colonist Readers’ Choice Award Winner – Best Art Gallery

We are honoured to announce that The Avenue Gallery won Best Art Gallery in the Times Colonist Readers’ Choice Awards, for a second consecutive year! We look forward to sharing more wonderful artwork with you for many years to come! Click here to view the e-edition of the Readers’ Choice Awards.
All That Glitters X – Jewellery Exhibition for Victoria Hospice

All That Glitters X – Jewellery Exhibition for Victoria Hospice

Our highly anticipated 10th annual jewellery exhibition and fundraiser for Victoria Hospice, All That Glitters X, showcases stunning, wearable art created by the finest boutique jewellers in Canada. A percentage from the sale of each item of jewellery sold during the exhibition, December 1 to 24, will be donated to Victoria Hospice, offering each of us the opportunity to acquire a little gem while supporting this extraordinary community treasure. Looking fabulous has never had such a worthy payoff! The Avenue Gallery 2184 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, BC December 1 – 24,...