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    Robert Amos Studio & Gallery
    Since 1985 Amos has been painting Victoria, depicting the fascinating urban landscapes of the area in hundreds of whimsical watercolours and vibrant acrylic paintings. Located near the Cook Street Village, next to Beacon Hill Park, the Amos Gallery welcomes visitors. See the paintings as well as the working studio. Commissioned work is a specialty. Open by chance or by appointment.
    Address: 1129 McKenzie Street Victoria  BC  V8V 2W1
    Send an Email Send an Email (6) Telephone 1 250 389-0303 
     

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    Kavut Art Gallery
    Local art is showcased at this artist operated gallery. Work displayed includes sculptures, paintings and other crafts.
    Address: . Sointula  BC
    Telephone 1 250 973-2029 
     

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    HaresEnd Art Studio
    Born in Toronto, Bunny Ramsdin-Firth now resides on Vancouver Island, continuing a lifelong devotion to art. Ramsdin-Firth's studio houses several fine pieces of sculpture as well as paintings related to the state of humans. Please contact in regards to viewing times.
    Address: 3266 Dogwood Road Chemainus  BC
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    Pearl Ellis Gallery of Fine Arts Society
    The Pearl Ellis Gallery features works of artists from local and surrounding areas. It is run and operated solely by volunteers since 1977. Open 1 - 4 daily. Located under the Comox library.
    Address: 1729 Comox Ave. Comox  British Columbia  Canada  V9M 7Z8
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 339-2822 
     

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    Cloudbreak Gallery
    Featuring the work of sculptor Thomas Lee Schmidt and painter Judy Schmidt, the Cloudbreak Gallery is located on the way to Brady's Beach, in Bamfield West.
    Address: . Bamfield  BC
    Telephone 1 250 728-3220 
     

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    Mud Room Clayworks
    Mud Room Clayworks is a pottery studio and art gallery that features local artists. Pottery lessons are offered.
    Address: 1725 Cowichan Bay Rd Cowichan Bay  BC  CAN  V0R 1A0
    Telephone 1 250 701-1901 
     

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    Brian Simons Gallery Online
    Landscape, marine, floral and still life paintings by artist Brian Simons
    Address: 1483 millstream road Victoria  BC  V9B 6G1
    Send an Email Send an Email (1) Telephone 1 250 598-2892 
     

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    Crawford Studios Designs on Glass
    Crawford Studios features glass art handcrafted by artist Paul Crawford. Along with functional pieces such as doors and interior partitions, some pieces are artistic representations of wildlife and scenery.
    Address: 3 - 2924 Cliffe Ave. Courtenay  BC  CAN  V9N 2L7
    Telephone 1 250 338-0221 
     

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    Rob Elphinstone Fine Art
    Fine Art Gallery of Canadian artist Rob Elphinstone -Original landscape oil paintings of the B.C.'s West Coast.The textured brushstrokes which are evident in all of his paintings brings a special liveliness to his work. This allows his vision of the colour and form of the Canadian west coast to be realized.
    Address: 5165 Colony Park Place Nanaimo  BC  V9V 1H2
    Telephone 1 250 758-6344 
     

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    Just Ships Stained Glass
    Just Ships is a Vancouver Island based Stained Glass Studio specialising in re-cycled materials and producing three dimensional commercial fishing boats and lighthouses.
    Address: 1414 Anderton Road Comox  BC  Canada  V9M 2Z6
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 339-6492 
     

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    Timms Fine Art Gallery
    This extensive gallery features artwork by Marilyn Timms, as well as numerous other Vancouver Island artists. Expert custom framing is also available at the gallery. Open Monday through Saturday from 9:30am to 5pm.
    Address: 267 5th Street Courtenay  BC  Canada  V9N 1J5
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 334-8877 
     

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    Aivars Logins Woodturner and Artist
    Wood takes on new shapes and loveliness when put in the hands of this artist. Bowls, sculptures and more are available.
    Address: 8520 West Coast Road Sooke  BC  V0S 1N0
    Send an Email Send an Email (3) Telephone 1 250 642-4603 
     

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    Marie Stevens Gallery
    Stevens' paintings are held in a number of public and private collections. Purchased by the Government of British Columbia for their permanent collection held in the Victoria Conference Centre. The Canadian Bank of Commerce has added Steven's work to their collection of fine Canadian art, purchased through the Broadmead Gallery in Victoria, B.C. "Protect the Children" was selected for People's Choice award before leaving for the UNITED NATIONS WOMEN IN ART AND CULTURE, held in Beijing, China in September of 1995. Steven's works have been in many juried Shows, selected many times over the years for the Sooke Fine Arts juried exhibitions, and selected for Jurors awards. Marie Stevens has been invited to attend the Moss Street Paint held each year in Victoria B.C. and put on by the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. Send an Email Send an Email (4) 
     

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    Auld Kirk Gallery
    Auld Kirk Gallery, located in the centre of Shawnigan Lake village, showcases the paintings, sculptures and carvings of local West Coast artists, including the works of many local First Nations artists. Artwork changes monthly and the gallery also hosts two yearly showings, one in summer, the other in winter. Open from 12-5pm daily in summer, weekends only in winter.
    Address: Cnr. of Wilmot and Walbank Shawnigan Lake  BC  Canada
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 743-4811 
     

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    Victoria Arts Connection
    Non profit society supporting multi discipline arts. Gallery features contemporary visual arts in all media. Local, national, international.
    Address: #110-2750 Quadra Street Victoria  BC  Canada  V8T 4E8
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 477-9089 
     

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    Braemar Pottery
    Appreciate some local talent and take home a piece of original Vancouver Island pottery.
    Address: 3-3125 Van Horne Rd. Qualicum Beach  BC  CAN  V9K 2R3
    Telephone 1 250 752-4245 
     

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    Coastline Art by Mark Hobsons
    Featuring paintings by local artist Mark Hobsons.
    Address: 345 B Main Street Tofino  BC  V0R 2Z0
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 725-3120 
     

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    West Coast Community Craft Shop
    Showcasing the many expressive artisans of the Canadian West Coast. This visually captivating 'gallery' displays the talents of local artists and artisans who are as young as nine-years-old
    Address: 7135 Market Street Port Hardy  BC  Canada  V0N 2P0
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 949-2650 
     
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    Michaela Davidson Art and Gift Gallery
    Micahela Davidson presents a bounty of unique art works at her Lake Cowichan gallery. Even the grounds display Davidson's creativity, brimming with ponds, stained glass pieces and statues. Pottery, blown glass and assorted works by other local artists may be purchased.
    Address: 63 West Satlam Ave Lake Cowichan  BC
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 749-6375 
     

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    Ministry of Casual Living

    Established in 2001, The Ministry of Casual Living has independently supported and showcased the work of artists in a unique context that allows for the creation of truly experimental art.
    Address: 1442 Haultain St. Victoria  BC  Canada  V8R 2J9
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    Artography by Belhouse
    Through extensive and creative computer enhancement, Bob Belhouses's original photographs appear to be Impressionistic paintings. He is able to apply his techniques to favourite photo and can also edit or restore photos from negatives, slides or prints.
    Address: 13536 Barney Rd. Ladysmith  British Columbia  Canada  V9G 1E9
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 245-5383 
     

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    Painted Burl Art Gallery
    The burled wood found here are of various species and are native to Vancouver Island. The natural wood grain is incorporated into each oil painting to make you wonder what is natures work or that of the artist. Every painting is one of a kind and original.
    Address: RR1 Island hwy. Sayward  BC  V0P 1R0
    Send an Email Send an Email (2) Telephone 1 250 282-3785 
     

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    Cedar Moon Glass Studio & Gallery
    Cedar Moon Glass Studio and Gallery is located just a short, five-minute, drive off the Old Island Highway (19A) and 15 minutes from downtown Qualicum Beach. Here, visitors will find an ever-changing selection of functional and decorative sand-carved and kiln-formed glass, original handcrafted gemstone and art glass jewelry, custom awards and corporate gifts.
    Address: 1125 Corcan Rd. Qualicum Beach  British Columbia  Canada  V9K 2R6
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 752-0667 
     

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    Earthlight Pottery
    Functional and decorative stoneware. Open daily.
    Address: 1429 West Road Heriot Bay  BC
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 285-3931 
     

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    The Fifty Fifty Arts Collective

    The Fifty Fifty Arts Collective seeks to promote unique exhibits, events and aesthetic practices undefined by the mainstream. Shows generally run for 10 days over 2 weekends. Check online for current shows. Open only during exhibits Wed to Sun 1 pm - 5 pm or by appointment.
    Address: 2516 Douglas St Victoria  BC  V8T 4M1
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    Artzi Stuff Textile Arts Studio
    A working studio near the sea wall in Nanaimo. Watch textile artist Tanya Streeter Wilson at work, view the ever changing selection of hand dyed and printed silk scarves, T-shirts, cushions and hand made paper wall pieces and cards. By chance or call for hours.
    Address: 270 Stewart Avenue Nanaimo  BC  V9S 4C3
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 250 716-3500 
     

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    Shards Glass Studio
    Explore the polychromatic beauty of glass works at Shards. Fused, hot, and sculpted glass is used to create striking glassware and stained glass items.
    Address: 3809 Otter Point Road Sooke  BC  V0S 1N0
    Telephone 1 250 642-7424 
     

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