Opening Reception: Thursday, July 4, 6–8 p.m.
Meet the Artists: Sunday, July 7, 2–3 p.m.
Mandarin Tour: Sunday, July 21, 3 p.m.

"Terrain: West Coast Views”, features the work of 12 artists honouring the natural beauty of the West Coast. Each artist draws inspiration from their natural surroundings, whether it be the way light plays on the surface of water, the grounding presence of trees and mountains, or the ephemeral seasons as they pass. Their works strive to capture an essence or feeling, moving beyond mere representation. By harnessing a variety of unique styles and painting techniques, these artists convey the emotional and atmospheric qualities of the landscapes they depict.

Artists: Colette Chilcott, Maureen Coles, Brian Eby, Geoffrey Caofei Feng, Danyne Johnston, Isabel Lange, Crystal Rassi, Katie Rodgers, Brian Romer, Alissa Kim Tjen, Margaret Thoma, Marleen Vermeulen.

Where: Municipal Hall, 750 17th Street, West Vancouver

Artist statement:

Inspiration struck when I stumbled across an old boat tucked away in an unused boat shed. Sunlight streamed through cracks in its siding, highlighting the dust in the air while casting streams of light and shadows over the worn wood and peeling paint of this sleeping beauty. Who built it, and why was it built? How has necessity defined its shape and function? 

As a boatbuilder, I have chosen to preserve old wooden boats as my career. I am fascinated by their historic value, an intrigue that draws me into a careful study of their build and design. Many of the boat images I create come from the inspiration of working on the vessels themselves or from the historic roles they played in the past.