I love meandering through the amazing art galleries on Salt Spring...those in seaside Ganges…read moreVillage are close to each other, so easy to do this. In Grace Point Square, make sure you pop into Matt Steffich's superb gallery...paintings, sculpture, photography...his "stable" of artists are all stellar, & to wander through is to restore one's soul. An entire room is dedicated to the eclectic vision of Michael Hames.... The quote above the door is from Picasso: "art washes the dust from our souls", and this is true at Steffich Fine Art Gallery. Enjoying the wind sculptures throughout Grace Point Square? They are part of Steffich Gallery's artistic vision...check this out!

From the owner: Steffich Fine Art, Salt Spring Island was established in 1992 by owner Matt Steffich. Over the last…read moretwenty seven years, the gallery has become an island "must see" for artists and collectors. We have hosted shows for nationally noted artists Norval Morrisseau, Jack Shadbolt, Abraham Anghik Ruben and Robert Bateman. Featuring an incredibly talented and diverse group of artists from Salt Spring Island and across Canada, Steffich Fine Art has carefully curated a unique cross section of world class talent. From photography to sculpture, painting to ceramics, we have something for every artistic taste. Drop by for a laugh and a cup full of creative inspiration. We are open 7 days a week, rain or shine.

A significant collection of First Nations and Canadian works in the gallery.. a very helpful owner…read moreIan who takes the time to discuss and answer any queries. Reuben Tom Kee Ottawa, first time visitor to Salt Spring Island

On a Wednesday, the owner says we can bring in a painting to be appraised on Saturday. We travel…read morefrom Seattle to Salt Spring Island (not cheap when you ferry a car over from the US and get a hotel room) and show up only to find out he's suddenly left for parts unknown without bothering to tell us. Total waste of time and money. Even if these guys are the only oes who have dealt with the obscure painter whose picture we have, they are not getting our business.

The Duthie Gallery is slightly off the main drag in Ganges, but well-worth the effort of seeking…read moreout. The gallery itself is in a charming, cabin-like structure, and the surrounding grounds contain surprises at every turn, including oversized wood lampshades hanging from the trees, and spectral whitewashed figures congregated in a gazebo. Inside, the gallery is a showcase for contemporary wood furniture and sculpture. Prints of urban and industrial landscapes by Vancouver artist Richard Tetrault provide a gritty complement to the sleek lines of the wood.

Yes, this is the same Celia Duthie who was the entrepreneur behind Vancouver's famed Duthie Books…read more This shift into a gallery that showcases unique woodworking and other artistic objets is a journey that Celia and Nick can share with you. Located just beyond Hastings House, the Duthie-Hunt's have created the sculpture garden concept, which has been expanded at both Hastings House and Harbour House Hotel. Their discerning eye showcases the very best of the B.C. wood artists and artisans, with many of them calling Salt Spring home. Don't miss this one, when doing the Studio Tour.

The engine of Salt Spring's culture is definitely the arts, and this recently opened cooperative…read moreartists gallery is a worthy addition...in the Santa Fe colours of their character building, it's easy to find them...on McPhillips, just above the new library building (under construction) and close to ArtSpring and to the Japanese Memorial Garden. Very talented group of artists showcasing here...not to be missed and very worth ambling the Village in their direction!

I don't know how to start...this is purely beautiful and an art heaven to me. Amazing and exquisite…read moreworks by Mark Lauckner. His hobby for glass works started in 1978 and The Glass Foundry have been open for 22 years now. He is self taught and very talented. He have some different varieties of glass works. Different techniques and series. Mark Lauckner's favourite piece is the rainbow plate. His 9 year old daughter is very talented and made four small plates that have transparent background and colourful triangular patterns or colourful tree in the middle. The Glass Foundry have paper weights, small sculptures to stand or hang (slugs, snails, bear paws, starfish, seahorses, and more), plates, napkin holder (container), candle holder, vases, bowls, decorations, napkin rings, hair clips, earrings, and necklaces (that Mark Lauckner made some wolves with northern lights background for the Northern Lights Wolf Centre to sale and the money goes to donation for the wolves). Some of the plates are made out of 120 pieces on the ring and 800 pieces on the inside. Very nice and open artist, have a sense of humour too. Loved the place would definitely visit again the next time I get another chance to. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend to check this gallery/studio out, I promise you that you won't be disappointed and you might even regret it if you don't visit it. It is super worth it!!!!!

From the owner: A glass studio where art and functional wares are blown, cast and pressed with recycled scrap…read moreglass. Also included is a studio gallery, tours and classes.

Gallery 8, in Grace Point Square, is an amazing art gallery...showcasing excellence in artistic…read moreexpression by Salt Spring & Gulf Islands artists. We are so lucky here, that such talent has chosen to call Salt Spring "home"...these are accomplished artists, and to attend the various showcase opening receptions is a great way to meet the artists in person. Razali, the owner of Gallery 8 (formerly J. Mitchell Gallery) understands what it is that will resonate with his collector clients. Lower level and upper level display space...lucky Salt Spring that such an important and eclectic gallery is in our midst. Don't miss this one!

A waste of time. Jam packing the gallery with dumbed-down art aimed at tourists does not make for a…read morepleasant experience for the art enthusiast.