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Cherry Blossoms: A Textile Translation 2021

  • Thursday, April 08, 2021
  • Sunday, May 02, 2021
  • 4:00 PM
  • Silk Purse Arts Centre





Spring is here with the return of our popular exhibition, Cherry Blossoms: A Textile Translation. This is the 12th annual exhibition of textile art inspired by the cherry blossom. Marvel at the beautiful & intricate works of art in a variety of mediums including quilting, embroidery, felting, fashion, sculpture, doll making & more. These works by 24 artists explore diverse interpretations & mediations on the cherry blossom's meaning & beauty.

Featuring artwork by: Terry AskeMonica Brammer, Margot Calvert, Marilyn Cleven, Julie Garcia, Alecia Greenfield, Gaye Hansen, Elizabeth Harris, Anni Hunt, Margaret Inkster, Jo-Ann Jenkins, Patti Kirch, Roberta McLaren, Katharine McColeman, Helen McCrindle, Doreen Marlor, Thelma NewburyGail Newell, Catherine NichollsJill TaylorJudy VillettJoanne Waters, Janet Wheeler, Beth Wolchock-Brown & Deborah Zibrik

Co-produced by The Vancouver Guild of Fibre Arts & FibreEssence.

Check out the virtual opening reception, which includes a tour of the exhibition & a lively & insightful discussion amongst some of the artists & organizers of the exhibition.

Watch a demo & Q&A with exhibiting artist Judy Villet as she shares her process & inspirations in creating textile landscapes.

Plan Your Visit to learn how we are ensuring your experience is safe, comfortable & enjoyable through our COVID-19 Health & Safety Protocols, & what you need to know before visiting the gallery.


West Vancouver Community Arts Council
Located at
The Silk Purse Arts Centre
1570 Argyle Avenue
West Vancouver, BC  V7V 1A1

Phone: 604-925-7292

E-mail: westvanartscouncil@shaw.ca

Gallery/Art Box Gift Shop Hours:

Winter Hours: Wednesday  Friday 12 – 5 pm, Saturday  Sunday 12 – 4 pm

 

The West Vancouver Community Arts Council acknowledges that the lands on which we gather for cultural activities are part of the traditional ancestral territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish),
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) & səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.