I support the arts, and I love exploring museums and galleries, wherever I go. So I was thrilled to…read morepass this contemporary art gallery many times in my travels in Yaletown (my new neighborhood, as we moved here six months ago). I finally got the chance the other day to go in and check it out. I know this gallery has various "off-site" locations (such as at the Yaletown-Roundhouse station), but I am only reviewing this site on Nelson Street. It's very small. There are two exhibition rooms, with a small ante-room by the front door with published materials (books and flyers) and a few eclectic knick-knacks. The actual exhibition rooms contain artwork installations that rotate regularly, so every 3-5 months or so, the exhibits will change. When I visited, there was a screen projector in one room, projecting scenes of waterfalls and/or clouds and sunrises and sunsets on the walls. (I forget the artist's name). The other room contained an installation by Andrew Dadson highlighting plant forms and light. I really enjoyed the Dadson exhibit, and I read up on the exhibit and the artist off the complementary flyers provided. My kid and I liked how admission to the gallery was free, and we enjoyed checking out the two artists' works on display. But the site and exhibits are so small, it took us ten minutes to see it all. I think most people would spend between 5-15 minutes here, I say this so people reading this don't make this gallery an end destination and drive here specifically to check it out. Better to add it to your list with other things to do in Yaletown.

Came here with a group of friends to check out the Deanna Bowen's "A Harlem Nocturne" exhibit with…read moresome friends. It's a definitely a more intimate gallery, and while the architecture may not be anything to phone home about, I thought it was really nice. Very clean, well lit, and yes, you guessed it -- contemporary. While the Deanna Bowen exhibit was great, another really stand-out feature for me was the little "Resources" nook. I spent about 30 minutes there, waiting for my punctually-challenged friends, so I really got into things. Great selection of books, prints, and artwork, most available for purchase, about or relating to the various exhibits. The little TV playing the loop of five or six videos, again, relating to the various exhibits, was a great for either an introductory or deeper look into the displayed artists or their exhibits. It's a chic, little gallery. A great place to check out if you've got an hour to kill downtown. I'd absolutely go again!

Great gallery with modern art love the textured art my favorite kind two stories to enjoy casual…read moreatmosphere

Either I will call Bau-Xi Gallery a pleasant surprise during a Shopping Walk on Granville Street or…read moremore accurately I call it and Explosion of Twisting perceptions in a quiet Westside Neighbourhood. Bau-Xi Gallery is hosting Mr. Anthony Redpath a Man that takes Landscapes, Objects and People and poses each item to confuse the viewers mind and cause your Perception of that very image you think you know to change in front of your eyes. Also Bau-Xi Gallery is a constant on a block of changing retailers and gentrification, just steps from the gallery VPD used Deadly force to subdue a Mentally Ill man that case (Paul Boyd) is still under review just as the images on Galleries walls for the public to see. Redpaths work will only be on display till Aug 25, images start @ $2500 and if your a collector this work is a steal in my opinion

I was lured into Elissa Cristall Gallery by a one line description of the current show in the…read moreweekly paper - Derby Girlz. While the current exhibition wasn't all that I had imagined (I had envisioned big, bright, and saturated, the reality fell a bit flat), the space seems promising & perfect for solo exhibitions. On entering the small long rectangular space I was greeted silently by a dog followed by a brief hello from the gallery owner. While the small gallery space is set up as if it were a museum (one artist, no pressure), I spied racks of other artwork in the back behind the office so I imagine the gallery represents other artists as well. Worth a look if you are walking by or checking out the other galleries on that stretch of Granville.

This gallery presents some of the most interesting work I've seen on the West Coast. The work is…read morealways hung well, with the the best pieces drawing you in from the door and taking you to the far end of the space. Full of surprises, there is edgy modern work and delightful painterly canvases. Work here sells quickly and shows have great opening receptions.

Lovely gallery with a very interesting selection of beautiful art. Definitely worth a visit!read more

Always enjoy strolling thru this gallery…read more The artwork is always distinctive and intriguing!

Located on Granville Street, Atelier Gallery was first established in 1974. While the focus is on…read moreemerging Canadian artists, they also exhibit a diverse range of talent. They consistently show work done in a broad spectrum of media and subject matter. From the playful and whimsical to the more urban and abstract, two-dimensional work is generally given priority. Like all galleries, season after season, the nature of the gallery changes depending on what is available in the current artscape. In addition to showcasing the artwork of emerging artists, Atelier has a wide range of services to the budding collector. They offer a payment plan for those who love art but can't afford to pay $7000 in one go. In addition, private consultations are available to individuals or corporations who may wish to develop their art collection or need assistance with appraisals for tax purposes. For emerging artists, they have an ongoing submission process for those eager to find representation.

This was an absolutely lovely museum. Thank you for hosting us last week at Indigenomics IMPACT…read more The best part of the experience was that all the panels were held in a planetarium and this is the first planetarium I've ever seen with a stage. It made the conference that much more awesome. HIGHLY recommend the museum as an event space! And wish I had more time to view the exhibits, but of what I did see, the retro/back-in-time exhibit was my favorite. It even had a working juke box!

Tired and uninspired displays. This place needs to…read morere-imagined. Super boring. The first display was all about long covid. Great fun.

Everyone raves about Paper-Ya, which is a very nice paper store, but there's another paper art…read morestudio worth checking out on Granville Island. The Textile Context Studio carries beautiful handmade paper, albums, and cards, and features exhibits of paper arts and crafts by local artists. When I stopped in, the exhibit was of 3-D collages/cutouts called "Tunnel Books." Most were about the size of a 8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper or two, and were intricately cut out, folded, or glued into a standalone object. For each one, the idea, or joke, behind the piece was immediately obvious. They were very, very good. It's a small shop/studio, but the artist(s) work up front as they mind the place, and the woman who was there was very friendly. They don't have a website, but I think some of the exhibiting artists offer workshops and talks in conjunction with their shows. Sometimes they also sell papercrafting kits, so if you love paper, visit or call them up.

My husband chose to visit this location and I'm glad he did! He is a Southwest Native American art…read moreconnoisseur, so it was great to watch him experience the exquisite northwest Native American art at this fine gallery. We were especially intrigued with the masks. This is quality art with the appropriate $$$$$ prices. Sales personnel very knowledgeable about NW art and artists. They also have totem poles, jewelry, etc. This is the place to go for great NW aboriginal artwork.

This is such a fun place to browse through. I suppose it is a tourist spot, but I enjoy looking at…read morethe items. Growing up quite a bit south, totem poles were just items in old history books. So I find their presence here meaningful and incredibly artistic. The staff here is friendly, but also allows you browse in peace. Prices are high, as one expects in a gallery, and further in a gallery aimed at tourists.