Get Your 50/50 Tickets – Win Cash!
Because, who doesn't like to win big pots of cash?? We are excited to open the gates on our first ever big prize 50/50 draw! With ONLY 3000 tickets available, at $10 each, the winner could take as much as $15,000.00! There are lots of things that we, Comox Valley Arts, like to do, that... Read More
Mama G’s Storytime Roadshow
elevate presents... A FUN FILLED ONE (WO)MAN SHOW FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Direct from the UK, Mama G is bringing her brand new show exclusively to Cumberland! Mama G's Story Time Roadshow combines pantomime, drag and the traditional art of storytelling to spread the message of being who you are and loving who you want. Mama... Read More
NIC hosts documentary on consent and coercion
Join NIC’s Human Services staff and students in Flirting with Danger – a film screening to raise awareness of sexual consent and violence. The screening takes place Tuesday, Oct. 2 at NIC’s Stan Hagen Theatre at the Comox Valley campus. Admission is free. Everyone is invited; however, the film’s subject matter is intended for older... Read More
Elevate Winter Bazaar open for applications
The 7th annual edition of the always anticipated Elevate Winter Bazaar will be December 7 & 8 this year. The Elevate team is excited to move back to the Courtenay Legion this year, and continue the Friday evening "Nightclub Before Christmas" with cocktails and dance-shopping. If you are a creator, maker or purveyor of weird, wonderful,... Read More
NIC’s Artist Talk Series launches with Landon Mackenzie
The five-part NIC lecture series begins this month, connecting locals with acclaimed artists Join NIC in welcoming Landon Mackenzie, one of Canada’s most influential painters, to the Comox Valley for the launch of the fall 2018 Artist Talk Series. Mackenzie, a faculty member at Emily Carr University of Art + Design, will kick off the... Read More
Fundraising Through Painting
After successfully piloting last year, Lupine Art Studio has launched its fundraising program for non-profits. A portion of proceeds from registrations will be donated to the organization or cause. “Paint nights are not our focus in our programming, but when it comes to helping out non-profits, the format we deliver works well. We take care... Read More
Annual Square Foot Show now accepting submissions
THE SQUARE FOOT SHOW SUBMISSION IS GOING DIGITAL! This year we are asking artists to submit photos of their paintings online. Submissions will open September 3, 2018 and close at midnight October 31, 2018 SUBMISSION FEE: One time fee of $25 for as many works as you would like to submit. Art Alchemy Studio will notify artists... Read More
Coco Love Alcorn Live at the Sid Williams Theatre – Oct 29th
Coco Love Alcorn is the queen of the collaboration, the gel of the jam. Her shows are an invitation to connect, an invitation to sing, and an invitation to be swept away by great melody, catchy lyrics and winning performances. Her career has spanned over 20 years, 10 albums, cross-Canada tours and award nominations. “Coco... Read More
New Mural needs Community Support!
Local muralist, Josh Klassen, is working to brighten up his neighbourhood. Can you lend a hand? Josh says, "I am fundraising to paint and install a mural at the community garden here in downtown Courtenay, British Columbia run by Lush Valley Food Action Society. Please follow the link below for the full story and to donate. PLEASE SHARE... Read More
Children’s book illustrator featured at the Pearl Ellis Gallery
The Pearl Ellis Art Gallery is pleased to feature a solo exhibition by Comox artist Svea Swanson from September 18 to October 6. Svea began painting after a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis in 2000. She found the flow of oil paint onto canvas matched her own rhythm and helped to ease the constant pain she... Read More
2-Day Watercolour Workshop
Join Peggy Burkosky AFCA for 2 Day Watercolour Workshop at Milner Gardens & Woodland Sept 29, 30 - 10 am to 4 pm 2179 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach REGISTER: www.peggyburkosky.com - go to Milner Gardens 2 Day Watercolour Workshop This Indoor/ Outdoor Paintout will make use of the picturesque grounds of Milner Gardens & Woodland in Qualicum... Read More