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Arts & Culture
Wednesday, June 8th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com
With over 40 studios and galleries in Summerland, art is everywhere you are – whether it’s sculptures, murals, street banners or mother nature’s clay bluffs, everywhere you go there’s something to view. Art studios pop up unexpectedly as you wander through town.
Every July to August the Summerland Art Gallery hosts a Artwalk for locals and visitors to view and shop at galleries, learn about the featured artist or just enjoy the artsy ambiance.
Events
Arts and Culture Week, Art Gallery April 19 – April 25th
Art Walk – Art Gallery July 25 – Aug. 29th
Mainly Art – Art Gallery Nov. 27 – Dec. 19th
Angela Hooks Wire Workshops Ph: (250) 494-0410
Stacy Studios Art Classes Ph:(250) 494-9280
Preferred Edge Carving Classes Ph (250) 404-0288
ARTS CENTRE & GALLERY
9533 Main Street 250-494-4494
View monthly exhibitions in the Art Gallery which features works by Okanagan and other artists. As well, check out the Gift Gallery and ask about ongoing workshops and other programs offered at the Arts Centre.
Art Walk
Pick up a pamphlet at the Arts Centre and tour downtown businesses showcasing the works of local artists and crafters from late July to the end of August. Street Festival highlights the Saturday opening.
Mainly Art
An annual Christmas show and sale of local arts and crafts at the Arts Centre & Gallery, Mainly Art opens late November on Light Up night and runs to mid-December.
Banner Walk
Banners, designed and painted in March by members of the community, hang from old-fashioned lampposts throughout the downtown from May 24 until Thanksgiving. Pick up a Banner Walk guide at the Arts Centre and place a bid on your favorite banner.
Sculptures in Summerland
On your downtown tour, stop at Summerland’s Voice of Mother Earth Sculpture beside the Museum on Wharton & Rosedale. Stewart Steinhauer created the sculpture, as part of the Thompson-Okanagan International Sculpture Symposium in 2002. Another sculpture Fruit of the Earth by Summerland sculptor Wally Frankoski awaits your perusal beside Municipal Hall on Henry Avenue. The Standing Man sculpture by Michael Hermesh can be found at the Summerland Ornamental Gardens.
Murals
Walk through downtown Summerland where you can see murals on buildings that grace the premises of several public buildings. Murals can be found along Jubilee Road, Rosedale Ave and Victoria Road. Summerland’s rich agricultural history can be seen through the vibrant mural on the Packing House wall found at 8911 Jubilee Road. This mural is larger than life at over two stories tall!
Theatre & Music
Summerland’s thriving local arts community rivals that of many larger centres, offering live theatre, art and music. The Memorial Park band shell on Wharton Street hosts many musical ensembles and concerts throughout the summer.
Summerland’s theatre and entertainment offerings are widely known. Each year the town welcomes hundreds of people who come to view and participate in the “Good Will Shakespeare Festival” hosted by the secondary school. The Summerland Singers & Players is one of the oldest community theatre groups in BC and presents two productions each year.
ART GALLERIES & STUDIOS IN SUMMERLAND
Bruce Crawford Studio
3620 Latimer Ave – (250) 494-8903
The Crawford’s funky art studio showcases scenic paintings capturing views of Lake Okanagan and gardens. Painting classes offered. Tours and classes are by appointment.
Delong Studio
4420 Williams Ave – (250) 494-5155 www.delongstudio.com. Featuring an extensive collection of one of a kind sterling silver jewelery and natural gemstones. Open daily April thru Dec. 10 – 5 pm.
Framecraft Gallery
13223 N. Victoria – (250) 494-4442
George Ryga Centre
5109 Caldwell – (250) 494-1666
The George Ryga Centre is a vibrant member of the theatre, arts and music community. Once home to Canada’s famous playwright, the Ryga Society maintains this lovely historical building and hosts artists’ retreats, workshops and performances throughout the year.
Let the Wire Inspire
13380 McClure Pl. – (250) 494-0410
Enjoy the magic of the original wire sculptures created with a single continuous strand of wire. Original works by wire artist Angela Hook make memorable gifts and awards. Visit the artist studio by appointment. Workshops available.
Pottery by Phia
(250) 404-0338 www.redwillowforge.com
Preferred Edge Wood Carving Studio
14414 Victoria Rd. North www.preferrededge.ca
(250) 404.0288 TF 1-888-811-5551
Our studio features woodcarving at its finest as well as carving knives and supplies. Learn to carve a mask or pole with a West Coast master carver offered throughout the year.
Red Willow Forge
15803 Industrial Ave. (250) 494-5267
Ted Howell’s wrought iron art ranges from custom made handrails to lights, beds, chairs, tables, gates, entrance latches and more. Art smithing at its finest.
Stacy’s Studio
14417 Biagioni Ave. (250) 494-9280 www.stacystudios.com. The Art Gallery showcases two very prolific artists. Ron’s Oil and Acrylic unique paintings speak with a narrative quality loaded with drama and mystery. Marcia’s work celebrates the joy and gift of appreciating each moment showcasing images of women dancing, silver jewellery, fine art dolls and many other amazing pieces. Art classes offered.
Sage Fine Art Gallery
2306 Thornber St. (250) 494-3023
Showcases Janice Blackie-Goodine’s orginal artwork created on leather and canvas.