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Calls For Artists


Find information on The West Vancouver Community Arts Council's calls to artists for our annual Exhibition Program at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, Kay Meek Arts Centre & other special exhibitions & projects.

    • Monday, June 30, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave.
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    All artists, established & emerging are invited to submit work for the return of our unjuried open invitation exhibition SPECTRUM.

    The first 100 works of art submitted will be featured in a 3 week group exhibition from July 3 - 20!

    Inspired by the Silk Purse's 100th anniversary, we're accepting up to 100 small works of art to grace the walls of this beloved & unique gallery to mark the occasion. 

    The goal of this exhibition is to showcase the talented artists in our community working in a broad spectrum of styles, media & subject matter; to create an inclusive & level playing field for artists at varying stages of their careers; & to present a diverse & engaging art experience.


    HOW TO PARTICIPATE

    The first 100 works of art submitted will be accepted for SPECTRUM 100. 
    Artists, bring your artwork to the gallery on the date & time outlined below for the opportunity to participate. 

    What to Submit: Original work of art in any media, style & subject. Artists are welcome to submit up to 2 works of art. Depending on the number of submissions, not all works will be accepted.

    Accepted artists will be asked to e-mail a 1 page artist bio/statement.

    Where: Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave.

    When: Monday, June 30 between 2:30 - 4:30 pm.


    SUBMISSION  REQUIREMENTS

    a) Wall mounted artwork only. No freestanding sculpture.

    b) Work must be gallery ready: have appropriate mounting/hanging hardware ie: hanging wire, d-rings etc. Frames with easel backs will not be accepted.

    c) Max Size: 10” wide x 12” high (this includes frame if work is framed).

    d) Current WVCAC Membership.

    e) $10 entry fee per artwork.


    EXHIBITION INFORMATION

    Installation & Uninstallation: Installation will be executed by the WVCAC. Artwork to be retrieved by artists on Sunday, July 20 at 4 pm.

    Sales: The WVCAC will process all sales & take a 30% commission.

    Promotion: The WVCAC will promote the exhibition in various online & print publications.

    First Thursdays Art Walk: July 3 from 6-8 pm The Silk Purse will be open to the public for the Art Walk, a celebration of local artists, art spaces, public art, creativity & community.

    Inquiries to Gallery Manager Steven Snider steven.wvcac@shaw.ca

North Shore Galleries Resource

The North Shore is home to a number of community & public art galleries & organizations, many of which post calls for artists. The following document contains introductory information on local galleries & organizations, including exhibition opportunities. Resources compiled by Impact North Shore & West Vancouver Art Museum.

Download North Shore Galleries Resource

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

Silk Purse Gallery & Art Box Shop Hours:

Wed. - Fri. from 12 - 4 pm, Sat. - Sun. from 12 - 4 pm


The West Vancouver Community Arts Council acknowledges that the lands on which we gather are the traditional ancestral and unceded territories of the the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nation. It is our privilege to celebrate arts and culture alongside them.