What: New Zealand-born and Vancouver-based artist Gabryel Harrison’s latest collection of oil and acrylic paintings are described by her as being “grounded in my earlier work with floral imagery yet informed by the experience of being in a new unknown.” See After Every Winter, Soft Wind at VisualSpace Gallery until May 15.
When: Now until May 15, 2021 (closed Sunday and Monday)
Time: 12 to 5 pm
Where: VisualSpace Gallery – 3352 Dunbar St., Vancouver
Cost: Free
Salto is the King. Photo submitted
What: The VIMFF’s online platform presents four unique films, including two North American premieres, that celebrate the spirit of adventure while raising questions about Inclusivity and Environmentalism. The Adventuring in a Changing World show will also include a live interactive virtual workshop with Canadian explorer, Kevin Vallelly, who will share captivating stories from his expeditions, and valuable tools to help you plan your next personal adventu
Hosted by volunteer-driven not-for-profit initiative Brands for Better Foundation, the event begins with the Let’s Go Zero Conference on April 28. Attendees of the virtual educational pre-conference and workshops will learn everything about the importance of zero waste from more than 40 subject matter experts.
“Local brands have stepped up to fight for the city where they live and work, and help Vancouver reach its goal of being a zero waste community by 2040,” said Karla Peckett, Creative Director at SOLE/ReCORK and founder of Brands for Better Foundation in a release.
“Brands understand our city, they know what people like and what they don’t, so this presents a big opportunity to utilize their knowledge and experience to help guide the necessary shifts in Vancouver.