A free (small) art gallery right by LaFarge Lake thats open to everyone. It was a nice surprise to…read morebe able to go while on a walk. We were there on a weekday afternoon and so there were no other patrons. The room is quite spacious and quiet. Even before entering the actual gallery, we were greeted by art and poetry. The staff are super nice and told us to feel free to ask any questions.

I'm always so impressed by this Art Gallery - they offer several professional + curated exhibitions…read moreevery year, and all of them are thought-provoking and tie into things happening in the community. The gallery has free admission and is open on weekends, so it's perfect for a Saturday stroll around Lafarge Lake (literally next to the gallery) and an art break for all ages!

This review is for the PoMo Arts Center, right in the heart of Port Moody (NOT for the entire city…read moreof Port Moody, as the earlier reviewer was somehow under the impression). And the POMOarts Center and organization in general is pretty darn fabulous. I was only recently introduced to PomoArts by an awesome friend of mine who is an artist and recently exhibited some of her artwork here (check out the PoMo "Art4Life" website for info about this awesome exhibition showcasing over 20 artists. The show is on for a month, admission is free, and it's super cool, with a diverse variety of local artists' works in many different mediums). This art organization is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year! The PoMo building here is beautiful, in an old "heritage building", reminiscent of some of the traditional, historic buildings in Fort Langley and elsewhere in the province. And I really liked the whole philosophy behind this arts-focused organization, how they aim to make art available to everyone. In that vein, admission to their art shows are open to the public, and they encourage all to come, to be involved, to participate. They offer a gazillion programs for everyone from toddlers to teenagers to adults of all ages, like a real community center with programs for all. I really like that. If I lived closer, I'd definitely enroll in some of these programs. This building not only has rooms for gallery art shows and classes, but they also have a super gift shop where you can purchase artsy items made by local artists and artisans (see my review for the Blackberry Gift Shop). Port Moody, you are so lucky to have such a fabulous art organization!

HAHAHA you can review the entire city of Port Moody now?!?…read more I grew up in this city for most of my formative years, and of the suburbs in the lower mainland I would say it's the most scenic. The entire city is based around the inlet, which stops at a beautiful and massive park in the center of the city. Most of the services and neighborhoods of this city are also based around this area, and it's the primary outdoor recreational spot here. There's been some huge developments in the central neighborhoods of Port Moody, with new condos springing up constantly. To the north of this neighborhood are the very rich, to the west the very poor. St Johns and the street behind are made up of mom and pop businesses that make up in authenticity what they lack in profit. Except for the pubs, which have always made a killing on college-aged locals. A lot of people I grew up with never left Port moody, instead opting to move several blocks away and keep in touch with their families. I personally thought it was a terrible place to grow up (bored suburban teenager) but would move back in a decade no problem. They really need a renewed focus on "the arts" The fact that I can review this city on Yelp is hilarious! Thanks Bridget S!

I have been a fibre artist for many years and my artwork requires special framing so the fabric…read morewon't fade over the years. Its also challenging to frame because of the many many little pieces of fabric that cover the canvas and continue over the edges of the canvas. I found Urban Art early in this process and I'm SO glad I did! I have stuck with them over the years and the many different locations and will continue to do so. The quality of work is outstanding and the service is above and beyond. Choosing just the right frame often takes awhile but they are always helpful with good advice and lots of patience. I will absolutely be sticking with Urban Art for all my framing needs in the future.

So thrilled with the framing and matting job done on my prints I bought in Europe this summer…read more Lisa and Marni did a fantastic job. Their new location is huge and they offer so much more! Thank you! My pictures and posters you did gets ago are happily hanging in our home!