Sunshine Coast Arts Council
5714 Medusa St., P.O. Box 1565 V0N 3A0 Sechelt, BC, Canada

This is the last weekend to see the works of Veronica Trujillo and Lucas Kratochwil. Don't miss the chance to experience these exhibitions in person. We are open 12-4. Veronica and Lucas will be at the Arts Centre on Sunday from 2-4pm.

Our Fall Programs are now available for registration on our website. From online readings, to soundwalks, exciting exhibitions and new workshops, we are going to be busy! Lots more information at: www.sunshinecoastartscouncil.com

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Opening Tomorrow! Don't miss the chance to see these two artists who paint nature in such different ways, but who are driven by similar intents and purposes. Unbelievable work! July 17 August 16, 2020... Zoom Talk with the Artists: July 19, 2020 at 2pm LARGE GALLERY LUCAS KRATOCHWIL, IMMERSION IN NATURE Skills for Solitude Workshop with Lucas Kratochwil: Saturday August 1st at 11am Immersion in Nature is an exhibition of work by Roberts Creek based artist Lucas Kratochwil. Lucas grew up surrounded by the Andes mountains, Patagonian lakes and ancient native forests. Using large-scale, hyper-realistic techniques, Lucas’ paintings are a simulacra of the original landscapes. SMALL GALLERY VERONICA TRUJILLO, FOREST SKIN Skills for Solitude Workshop with Veronica Trujillo: Saturday August 8th at 11am Forest Skin is an exhibition of work by Squamish based artist Veronica Trujillo. Veronica Trujillo was born in Mexico City, and during her childhood, she and her family lived in five different cities across Mexico. Her nomadic life has influenced and shaped her perception, interests, and relationships with the world, from the delicate and intricate transformations of her own experience to the sacred learning of nature.

TWO NEW EXHIBITIONS OPEN TOMORROW! July 17 August 16, 2020 Zoom Talk with the Artists: July 19, 2020 at 2pm https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/artist-talk-veronica-trujillo-a... LARGE GALLERY Lucas Kratochwil, Immersion in Nature Skills for Solitude Workshop with Lucas Kratochwil: Saturday August 1st at 11am Immersion in Nature is an exhibition of work by Roberts Creek based artist Lucas Kratochwil. Lucas grew up surrounded by the Andes mountains, Patagonian lakes and ancient native forests. Using large-scale, hyper-realistic techniques, Lucas’ paintings are a simulacra of the original landscapes. They aim to have viewers feel immersed in nature, struck, non-existing, in complete awe, and at peace. His contemporary approach to colour and composition, combined with decades of painting experience, entices the viewer in through a connection with nature. SMALL GALLERY Veronica Trujillo, Forest Skin Skills for Solitude Workshop with Veronica Trujillo: Saturday August 8th at 11am Forest Skin is an exhibition of work by Squamish based artist Veronica Trujillo. Veronica Trujillo was born in Mexico City, and during her childhood, she and her family lived in five different cities across Mexico. Her nomadic life has influenced and shaped her perception, interests, and relationships with the world, from the delicate and intricate transformations of her own experience to the sacred learning of nature. These experiences enable her to reflect on the interweaving of social and natural factors that shape her surroundings and deepen her search and observations for a sense of belonging.

Haan is a performance art piece where Romi Kim performs in their drag character Skim. Haan is often described in Korean as a word with no direct translation in English. It is the emotion of resentment, anger or grief that was born from the separation of Korean families in the Korean war. Skim speaks and integrates prerecorded audio piece into the performance questioning what Haan is. In the audio piece Kim references the book Rage Becomes Her: The Power of Women's Anger by So...raya Chemaly. Kim uses both knowledge in Western culture and Korean culture to understand anger and Haan. Flux is a performance art piece where Romi Kim performs in their drag character Skim. The work speaks to their gender fluidity and emotions. They try to connect with the audience in drag and once more out of drag. The work uses taking off one's makeup an often intimate experience to a drag artist to share with a live audience.

We are hiring! ASSISTANT ARTS ADMINISTRATOR The Sunshine Coast Arts Council invites applications for a part-time, permanent role of Assistant Arts Administrator. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has a passion for the role of art and culture in our society, and who is excited to work in a busy and collaborative environment.... Deadline: August 3, 2020 For more information or to apply: https://sunshinecoastartscouncil.com/scac-employment/

Sunday July 12 Performing Flux Exhibition Closing Meet the Artists, 2pm 4pm An opportunity to meet and speak with Craig Cochrane, Jan Legault and Romi Kim and learn more about their work in the exhibition Performing Flux.... Closing Performances, 2pm Romi Kim Max 8 people in the gallery, livestreamed on SCAC’s Facebook Page Join exhibiting artist Romi Kim for 2 closing performances in conjunction with their current exhibition Performing Flux which is on view at the Art Centre. Haan is a performance art piece where Romi Kim performs in their drag character Skim. Haan is often described in Korean as a word with no direct translation in English. It is the emotion of resentment, anger or grief that was born from the separation of Korean families in the Korean war. Skim speaks and integrates prerecorded audio piece into the performance questioning what Haan is. In the audio piece Kim references the book Rage Becomes Her: The Power of Women's Anger by Soraya Chemaly. Kim uses both knowledge in Western culture and Korean culture to understand anger and Haan. Flux is a performance art piece where Romi Kim performs in their drag character Skim. The work speaks to their gender fluidity and emotions. They try to connect with the audience in drag and once more out of drag. The work uses taking off one's makeup an often intimate experience to a drag artist to share with a live audience.

Our next online workshop! Skills for Solitude Watercolour Workshop with Roberta Mauel... Free! Register to get the materials and access information; 20 participants maximum Saturday July 4, 11:00 12:30pm Join Roberta Mauel for a brief introduction to watercolour painting. You will learn to apply watercolour paint to paper in a painterly and creative manner and gain an understanding of warm, cool and complementary colour combinations, brush techniques, wet-in-wet and wet-on-dry techniques. For this workshop you will need to have access to watercolour paints as well as good paper. More details will be provided after you register. This online workshop is a preview to a 3-week plein air Watercolour course led by Roberta that will take place in the Art Centre Garden on July 11th, 18th and 25th. More information please visit sunshinecoastartscouncil.com. To register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/skills-for-solitude-watercolour

Exhibition: Performing Flux: Romi Kim, Marilyn Marshall, Jan Legault and Craig Cochrane now OPEN! at the Doris Crowston Gallery in Sechelt June 12 - July 12, 2020 (new dates!)... Gallery Hours: Wed-Sun, 12-4pm Events: Saturdays with Jan Legault Closing Performances: Sunday July 12th, 2-4pm We are delighted to bring together a exhibition in celebration of Sunshine Coast Pride 2020. Working with Curator Anna Nobile, this is our 5th year showcasing the work of LGBTQ2+ artists. The works assembled are provocative and timely and include photography, video, painting and installations that consider the fluidities of gender, identity, and sexuality. As we move through the world we are constantly reacting and adapting to the persistent stream of information and stimuli flowing around us. Times change, perceptions shift. Things are in motion, creating uncertainty but also infinite possibilities, transformations and re-inventions. In a society where the definitions of male and female are fluctuating, how does that affect how we interact with the world and the diversity of people in it? Is who we were yesterday, individually and collectively, still hold true for who we are today? And how do representations of bodies (ours and others) become a medium for expressing this. (Anna Nobile) sunshinecoastartscouncil.com

Some things this weekend at the Arts Council! This is the last weekend to catch Mehran's exhibition "Thread". We are open on Saturday and Sunday from 12-4pm. On Sunday June 7th at 2pm we have a free zoom Artist Talk in conjunction Sunshine Coast Pride 2020, and as part of our next exhibition "Performing Flux" which opens on June 12.. Only a few tickets remain: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/artist-talk-performing-flux-tic

June 3, 2020 Hackett Park 2020 Cancellation It is with deep sadness that the Sunshine Coast Arts Council announces the cancellation of the 33rd Annual Hackett Park Arts and Craft Fair for August 15 and 16, 2020. With the uncertainty of the progression of COVID-19, and the fact that our wonderful event draws so many people to it, this difficult decision was made with the health and safety of our community in mind, as this is our top priority. ... We sincerely appreciate the patience that has been shown to us while we have been gathering information and considering the consequences before arriving at this difficult decision. We are grateful to the long-term support of our vendors, audiences, volunteers, public sector funders, sponsors and donors that have made the event an extraordinary success over the last 33 years. In particular we want to thank the Sunshine Coast community for their ongoing support for artists and artisans in our midst. We are looking to the future and hope to be able to invite our community back to the 2021 edition. We will be in touch in the Fall with an update. In the meantime, we hope our community remains safe and healthy and connected during these challenging times. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] or for more information at www.sunshinecoastartscouncil.com/hackett-park-2020 Contact: Sadira Rodrigues, Director/Curator [email protected]

Call for Exhibition Proposals for 2020/21 Due: June 30, 2020 More information visit: https://sunshinecoastartscouncil.com/call-for-submissions/

Artists in Our Midst Submission Call Interested in a local Residency? We are looking for Sunshine Coast artists/collectives/groups to apply to our unique residency Artists in Our Midst. This residency offers a 3-month studio space in downtown Sechelt, a $500 honorarium and support from the SCAC staff in exchange for creating works that engages and connects the public.... For more information sunshinecoastartscouncil.com/air The deadline for applications is June 19th, 2020 by 4pm.

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Sunshine Coast Arts Council to reopen Art Centre on May 20, 2020! Following recommendations and guidelines of BC’s Restart Plan, the SC Arts Centre will reopen to the public on May 20, 2020. While we are delighted to reopen our doors and share our exciting current and upcoming exhibitions, the SCAC will adhere to strict cleaning and distancing guidelines. Here are some key things to keep in mind: No more than 6 people will be allowed into the Art Centre at anytime; We have de...veloped a series of robust protocols to keep staff and visitors safe including closing washrooms and the kitchen to the public; Masks will be available for purchase at the Art Centre and we encourage you to consider wearing them when visiting for everyone’s comfort and safety; Hand santizer and disinfectant will be available throughout the building for use. These and other guidelines are posted throughout our space. If you would like to receive these in advance of visiting, please email [email protected]. Moving forward, the SCAC will continue to adhere to Provincial Health recommendations. We will continue to monitor the situation and make adjustments where and when necessary. Hours beginning May 20: Wed - Sun; 12-4pm For more information: www.sunshinecoastartscouncil.com

Sunshine Coast Arts Council to reopen Art Centre on May 20, 2020 Following recommendations and guidelines of BC’s Restart Plan, the SC Arts Centre will reopen to the public on May 20, 2020. While we are delighted to reopen our doors and share our exciting current and upcoming exhibitions, the SCAC will adhere to strict cleaning and distancing guidelines. Here are some key things to keep in mind: No more than 6 people will be allowed into the Art Centre at anytime... We have developed a series of robust protocols to keep staff and visitors safe including closing washrooms and the kitchen to the public. Masks will be available for purchase at the Art Centre and we encourage you to consider wearing them when visiting for everyone’s comfort and safety. Hand santizer and disinfectant will be available throughout the building for use. We encourage all membership renewals to take place through our online form. These and other guidelines are posted throughout our space. If you would like to receive these in advance of visiting, please email [email protected]. Moving forward, the SCAC will continue to adhere to Provincial Health recommendations. We will continue to monitor the situation and make adjustments where and when necessary. Hours beginning May 20: Wed - Sun; 12-4pm For more information: www.sunshinecoastartscouncil.com

Skills for Solitude is a series of free online workshops combining ideas, hands-on experimenting and a chance to share what you made. These workshops are open to any skill level and are meant to be a fun and creative way to keep connected during Covid-19. Drawing Workshops With Mehran Modarres Sadeghi... Saturdays in May, 11am 12:30 pm Spend 4-weeks with Mehran Modarres Sadeghi, the SCAC’s current exhibiting artist. Through intimate, hand-on workshops delivered online, learn techniques and approaches she has taken in her currently quarantined exhibition at the Sechelt Art Centre. The workshops will follow her distinct approaches to drawing and are a chance for you to experiment with expansive ways to consider the practice of drawing. May 9: Abstract Drawing May 16: Artists Books May 23: Botanical Drawing May 30: Wrappings www.sunshinecoastartscouncil.com for more information.