- Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
- Side Street Studio
- Calypso Studio
- Gabriola Artworks
- Slice Of Life: Art Collectibles
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
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1040 Moss Street
Contact: Jennie Biltek, Event Coordinator: 250-384-4171 or General Information: 250-384-4101
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is dedicated to the celebration of art and offers exhibitions and educational programming for adults, children, and families. The historic Spencer Mansion can be rented for receptions, weddings or special events.
Type: GLBT-friendly business
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Side Street Studio
204-2250 Oak Bay Avenue
Victoria, BC V8R 1G5
Contact: Sue Hayes (Owner): (250) 592-1262
Located at the heart of Oak Bay Village on the sunny side of the 2200 block. Home to over 175 B.C. artists, Side Street Studio has been known as a great place for affordable, original art gifts for over 20 years. The artwork is representative of the enormous amount of talent in the region and across the province. Exceptionally fine pottery, paintings, wood turnings, jewllery, glassworks, and prints await you, as well as a huge selection of original art cards.
Type: GLBT-friendly business
Primary Clientele: Everybody
Hours open or meeting times: 10 a. m. to 5.30 p.m. Monday - Saturday. Seasonally, Sundays 11a. m. to 4 p.m.
Accepted: Cash, Interac, MasterCard, Visa, American Express
Calypso Studio
9914 Spalding Road
South Pender Island, BC V0N 2M3
Contact: Corre Alice, Artist: 629-9940
Established artist captures the magic of your garden with an acrylic on canvas painting created from photos or on location.
Type: GLBT-friendly business
Primary Clientele: Everybody
Gabriola Artworks
9 - 575 North Road
Gabriola Island, BC VOR 1X0
Contact: Kathy Ramsey, proprietor: (250) 247-7412
gabriolaartworks.com
artworks@gabriolaartworks.com
A vibrant medley of Gulf Island art showcasing the works of over 150 islanders in a colourful two-storey setting. Solo and group shows opening every Thursday night all summer long! Grab a cappuccino from the in-house coffee bar and let your soul soak up the creative ambience ... concerts, performances and other special events held throughout the year.
Type: GLBT- friendly business
Primary Clientele: Everybody
Handicapped Access: accessible premises and lavatory
Hours: open 7 days a week
Cards: MasterCard, Visa, Interac
Facilities: Sidewalk cafe, entertainment, cabaret, showbar, mixed ages
Slice Of Life: Art Collectibles
10 - 3415 South Road, (upstairs at the Silva Bay Inn)
Gabriola Island, BC V0R 1X7
Contact: Mark Whalen/Maarten Perera, Owners: (250) 247-7994
www.freewebs.com/sliceoflife
www.maartenperera.com
Mark Whalen & Maarten Perera offer you funky art and gift ideas. Teasing you with mixed media from Perera and other collaborations with local and international artists. Our aim is to show you a 'slice of life' you have never experienced before!
Type: Wholly GLBT-owned
Primary Clientele: Everybody
Hours open or meeting times: Tuesday - Sunday 11:00am - 4:00pm
Rates or price range: From $1.11 - $3,000 (something for everyone!)
Accepted: Cash, Cheque, Interac, MasterCard, Visa