Whether you are an emerging or seasoned artist, here’s
your opportunity to find out more about the Originals Only Art Show
program that has become one of the Comox Valley’s premiere art events.
“ While Originals Only is going into its 9th
year of operation,” said Joe Smith, a member of the organizing
committee, “ we felt that because of the influx of new artists to the
Island, this would be an ideal time to put on a ‘show and tell’ event
that explains the program and provides an overview of how artists can
get involved.”
Originals Only was created as an opportunity for
visual artists working at all levels to learn from each other and
provide them with a venue so that they can showcase their work, It was
also designed to provide the general public with an opportunity to learn
more about the creative process, styles of art and meet face to face
with the artists.
Operated under the auspices of Comox Recreation, the
program has been very successful and now attracts participants from
across Vancouver Island, the outer islands and Powell River. On average
there are now 60 to 70 artists who take part in a summer art show that
is held the second weekend in August at Marina Park in Comox, which has
become a major attraction for both tourists and local art lovers. In
addition a winter show is held at the community centre in Comox where up
to 50 artists can participate
With funding cuts to many arts programs, Originals
Only is self-supporting and does not rely on government grants to
sustain itself. “ I think that is the key to our success,” said Smith. “
Whatever we do as part of the program, we rely on the participants to
take on a task and when it comes to holding an event, there is a nominal
fee which covers expenses. With this current round of cuts to the arts,
it is essential that artists work together within the community to
ensure programs do not die.”
Show & General Information:
Marg Selkirk
margselkirk@shaw.ca
Registration:
Bill Kerr
billkerrart@shaw.ca
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Registration Forms to be mailed to:
Bill Kerr
785
Williams Rd
Courtenay BC V9N
6E8
250 338-5358 for more
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