Connecting People Through the Arts in Anmore, Belcarra, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody
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ArtsConnect’s ArtsCalendar is a work in progress. Presently, we are working with a small group of arts organizations from across the Tri-Cities to develop the ArtsCalendar before we open up submissions from all arts organizations and we are not accepting direct submissions at this time. If your organization is interested in joining the ArtsCalendar in the future, please email your name, address, and a brief description of your organization to: [email protected]
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Coquitlam’s Visual Arts Exhibition is back! Following a successful 2024 launch, the City is once again inviting local artists to showcase their work in community spaces. Applications are now open for the 2025 Visual Arts Exhibition program, with selected works to be displayed at Town Centre Park Community Centre from September 2025 to March 2026. […]
Join us for an Artist Talk this Saturday, July 5 from 1:30-3pm in the Michael Wright Art Gallery with Patricia Sandberg, Monica Gewurz, and Diane Roy, the artists of GAIA Through New Eyes. This is a thought-provoking group exhibition inspired by the beauty and fragility of nature. During their artist talk, the artists will discuss […]
Are you a 12-19 year old artist living in the Tri-Cities? Do you self-identity as part of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community? Show your creations at the True Colours queer youth art exhibition at PoMoArts! We’re doing a takeover of their big Appleyard Parlour on July 18, and we’d love to see your work on our walls […]
Come learn painting with us! Just bring your curiosity and paint shirt! When painting landscapes, seasons each have their own palette. Learn how to mix unique palette’s to create the mood and season that you have planned for your landscape. In this class you will learn the difference between high key, low key, modern, and […]
MULTITUDES CURATOR’S TOUR Friday, July 11 | 12:30pm Join interim curator Adrienne Fast for a drop-in lunchtime tour of Multitudes. ABOUT THE EXHIBITION How do stories transform the present and project the future? How do we relate to ourselves and the world around us? Looking to the stars and tracing the constellations offers a reminder […]
Tirgan is a vibrant and culturally rich festival celebrating the heritage of the Iranian community. Rooted in ancient traditions, Tirgan features a lively blend of music, dance, art, and cuisine, showcasing the diverse cultural tapestry of Iran. This annual event brings together people of all backgrounds to enjoy and appreciate the beauty and depth of […]
This summer, artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to enjoy a new creative space at Como Lake Park (700 Gatensbury Street). From early June to mid-September, a temporary artist pavilion will be available near the south parking lot of the park, offering a scenic and inspiring location to paint, sketch or simply take in […]
Everyone is welcome to bring their art supplies and create art alongside Art Focus Members. As well, musicians are welcome to play their music. Come out and meet the artists! This is a free event and open to the public.
Get ready to unleash your creativity in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Grab your sketchbook and pencils, and come draw with us! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to practice your art skills and meet other local […]
Join us for the Opening Reception for three new solo exhibitions! 🌿 Featuring works by Ceramic Artist in Residence, Azadeh Mehryar, and the 2025 Kwi Am Choi Scholarship recipients, Kacey Hughes and Iva Staykova, each exhibition presents layered reflections on existence and belonging, either in place, culture, or epoch. Working across ceramics, painting, and site-specific […]
The Blackberry Artists Society, a member of the Port Moody Community for close to30 years, is a vibrant artists’ run co-operative made up of a diverse group of local artists. Our artisans work in a wide range of mediums, including painting, pottery, glass, fibre, wood, jewelry, and more. Members showcase their work in the Blackberry […]
PoMoArts is now accepting exhibition proposals for the 2026 season! We are seeking compelling solo or group exhibitions across all disciplines, including painting, sculpture, textiles, photography, digital and performance art, ceramics, and more! Proposals with an immersive or participatory element are encouraged. This is an opportunity to showcase your work within a vibrant, community-connected arts […]
Damian George began studying the work of traditional artists at a very young age, with a particular interest in the Haida and Tlingit styles. He apprenticed under Walter Joseph and Jerry Baker. As the grandson of Chief Dan George, Damian, has been strongly influenced by Northwest Coast teachings and traditions. For his strong commitment to […]
Balanced Forces is a one-of-a-kind international AR exhibition woven into Port Moody’s Shoreline Trail as part of Art Out Side. This curated digital art experience invited global artists to explore the dynamic push and pull between opposing forces—light and shadow, chaos and order, nature and machine. These virtual works live in harmony (or tension) with […]
Moody by Nature” is a mural concept that captures the unique dual identity of Port Moody — a city that’s as dynamic and stylish as it is rooted in natural beauty. The phrase itself becomes the central visual element of the mural, with “Moody” and “by Nature” each representing a contrasting yet harmonious aspect of […]
Join us for a relaxed and inspiring afternoon of life-drawing and cocktails at Bevees in Coquitlam—home to Greater Vancouver’s largest selection of non-alcoholic beverages. Whether you’re a seasoned sketcher or just curious to try something new, this 3-hour session offers a welcoming space to explore your creativity in good company. You’ll be guided through a […]
As my 50th year Celebration Open Studio Art exhibit, I will present 87 new 8″x 10″ colour photographs on metal. This will be my first major Photography Exhibit, a media I am very familiar with in my artistic process, but have not shown as finished artworks. “There are worlds of wonder within worlds. Images of […]
This summer, artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to enjoy a new creative space at Como Lake Park (700 Gatensbury Street). From early June to mid-September, a temporary artist pavilion will be available near the south parking lot of the park, offering a scenic and inspiring location to paint, sketch or simply take in […]
ARTIST: Pierre Leichner “Although we live in a period of great wealth, there continues to exist poverty and hunger; although we are increasingly aware of our environment, we continue to damage it incredibly; and although we have made great strides in understanding human diseases, we struggle to provide person centered care and promote health. There […]
Damian George began studying the work of traditional artists at a very young age, with a particular interest in the Haida and Tlingit styles. He apprenticed under Walter Joseph and Jerry Baker. As the grandson of Chief Dan George, Damian, has been strongly influenced by Northwest Coast teachings and traditions. For his strong commitment to […]
Join us for the unveiling of a new virtual reality (VR) public art installation at the Ioco Townsite, a City-funded legacy project, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the site and blending history and technology through interactive public art. Artist Jay Lyons will be on site to speak about the work and demonstrate how to access […]
Mara Cortez is a Filipino-Canadian artist who believes in the power of art to heal, bring people together and tell stories that matter. Based in Vancouver, BC, Mar is a muralist, cultural worker, and community leader who creates vibrant, meaningful public art that reflects the heart of the communities she works with. Since starting her […]
The Blackberry Artists Society, a member of the Port Moody Community for close to30 years, is a vibrant artists’ run co-operative made up of a diverse group of local artists. Our artisans work in a wide range of mediums, including painting, pottery, glass, fibre, wood, jewelry, and more. Members showcase their work in the Blackberry […]
Zlata Lopresti is a visual artist based in Port Moody, working primarily with acrylics and paint pens. Her work blends the organic flow of nature with the dreamlike elements of fantasy, creating vibrant, otherworldly scenes that invite the viewer into a space of wonder and reflection. Self-taught with additional studies at Emily Carr University of Art […]
Mara Cortez is a Filipino-Canadian artist who believes in the power of art to heal, bring people together and tell stories that matter. Based in Vancouver, BC, Mar is a muralist, cultural worker, and community leader who creates vibrant, meaningful public art that reflects the heart of the communities she works with. Since starting her […]
An indoor pop-up installation/ family friendly pARTy. This activation will include the Pattern Nation Blobs: Interactive textile sculptures hung in a 10x 10 pop up tent, a DJ Booth with DJ Costa Besta playing South African music, and participatory mural art creation table. Pattern Nation is a slow fashion sustainable clothing design brand, artist collective […]
Damian George began studying the work of traditional artists at a very young age, with a particular interest in the Haida and Tlingit styles. He apprenticed under Walter Joseph and Jerry Baker. As the grandson of Chief Dan George, Damian, has been strongly influenced by Northwest Coast teachings and traditions. For his strong commitment to […]
TIME 2:00PM – 7:00PM (Shannon Thiesen, Alex Allen) 4:00PM – 7:00PM (Bev Bakka) Draw Me In the spirit of forest fun, stop by and Bev will sketch you. In less than five minutes she will create a little line drawing that may capture your essence. Then you can dab a bit of water colour […]
Joshua Ralph (they/he) is a community-engaged media and environmental artist. Born on Treaty 2 Territory, they are a settler of Scottish, English, French, and Metis ancestry. Joshua is the founder of the Invasive Art Initiative, a traveling community workshop project aimed at upcycling invasive plants into usable supplies, where he teaches and facilitates dialogues on the […]