Spotlight on: Pencil Fingerz
With the internet and technology advancing at breakneck speeds every day, more and more art is being created using digital tools and software while the use of traditional mediums like pastels and pencils continue to decline over time. Davis Graham however, uses elements of hip hop culture to add a contemporary edge to his pencil […]
5 Studios to Visit During ROVE Art Walk
Attending open studio events like ROVE is one of the best ways to discover local artists that you may not have been able to find otherwise. It’s also a great feeling when purchasing a new piece directly from the artist, that all of the money you just spent will go directly towards supporting them. Free […]
Interview with SCRIBE by Mega
Ask anyone about Meghann McGrath, commonly known as Mega, and they’ll all probably tell you the same thing. She’s a very driven and talented designer who’s also one of biggest hip hop heads around. Fueled creatively by rap music, Mega started her first wheatpaste public art project in 2013 and called it, ‘STREET SCRIPT.’ Starting […]
Eastside Culture Crawl
An institution of the East Van art scene is the Eastside Culture Crawl. Now in its 19th year, the culture crawl is an annual 4-day visual arts festival in November that involves artists on Vancouver’s Eastside opening their studio to the public. The event is focused on the area bounded by Main St., 1st Ave., […]
TEDxVancouver Recap
This years TEDxVancouver conference at Rogers Arena was their biggest production to date. It’s impossible to walk away from that event uninspired. Esther Honig shared her experience from when her Before and After project went viral and started a commentary around the perception of beauty by not asking, “What is beauty?” But by asking, “What […]
Interview with Local Illustrator Jordan Cooper
Jordan Cooper, like many other creatives living in Vancouver, is a man of many talents. In addition to his odd jobs here and there, he can also be founds working on his creative projects, at the Juice Truck and at Cycle Media doing post production work. This time, we sat down with Jordan to talk […]
Vancouver Art Book Show Recap
Print is not dead. On the contrary, it’s still very popular with many small independent companies producing small run art books, magazines and prints to support the industry and it’s artists. Around the world, many small and large art book fairs create an opportunity for these small companies and artists to connect with their audiences […]
Luke Ramsey Mural on the Union Street Bike Route
Slow your roll the next time you take the popular Union Street bike route by the Savoury Chef building close to Venables and Clark. You wouldn’t want to miss the massive new mural outside by local artist Luke Ramsey. Ramsey, who prefers island living over the city, exhibits internationally and works as a freelance illustrator […]
BOOTLEG BART ART SHOW
The Simpsons is so much more than just a TV show. They have their own cult fans, official merch, iPhone app and their own amusement park ride! Among the many memorable characters from the show, Bart Simpson stands out as the mischievous punk older brother in the family. Bart’s massive popularity in the 90s sparked […]
GET TO KNOW: Endeavour Neon
Have you seen those amazing quotes all over Vancouver in strikingly-crafted neon? Chances are they were created by local designer Andrew Hibbs, owner of Endeavour Neon. From the new “Time Is Precious” one strategically placed in Gastown or those neon hearts scattered around the city, the increase of neon fixtures courtesy of Endeavour are becoming more popular in […]
#CONTACT2014 AFTERPARTY – DAY 1 – CELEBRITIES
Friday December 26
Have you seen those amazing quotes all over Vancouver in strikingly-crafted neon? Chances are they were created by local designer Andrew Hibbs, owner of Endeavour Neon. From the new “Time Is Precious” one strategically placed in Gastown or those neon hearts scattered around the city, the increase of neon fixtures courtesy of Endeavour are becoming more popular in […]
STREET SCRIPT
Monday June 23
Have you seen those amazing quotes all over Vancouver in strikingly-crafted neon? Chances are they were created by local designer Andrew Hibbs, owner of Endeavour Neon. From the new “Time Is Precious” one strategically placed in Gastown or those neon hearts scattered around the city, the increase of neon fixtures courtesy of Endeavour are becoming more popular in […]
