Events

The Ferry Building Gallery creates and offers art lectures, tours, workshops, and programs which reflect the cultural diversity of the North Shore community and provide a range of enriching experiences.

Art History Artemisia Gentileschi: Woman Painter of the Italian Baroque May 16 Women Artists: A Lecture Series in the gallery featuring professors from Capilano University Cost: $15 Register at 604-925-7270 (course #161776) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Art History Rooted in the Land: Beadwork as an Expression of Sovereignty May 23 Women Artists: A Lecture Series in the gallery featuring professors from Capilano University Cost: $15 Register at 604-925-7270 (course #161777) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Art History Shirin Neshat: An Iranian Artist in Exile May 30 Women Artists: A Lecture Series in the gallery featuring professors from Capilano University Cost: $15 Register at 604-925-7270 (course #161817) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Workshops Fabric Arts: Loving Your Denim with Sashiko & Embroidery June 11 Sashiko, a traditional running stitch used for quilting and mending in Japan, has seen a resurgence in popularity. Its origins lie in the practical art of country folk mending their indigo-dyed hemp garments. Cost: $45 Register at 604-925-7270 (course #164596) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Workshops Creative Collage Exploration: Unveiling the 7 Elements of Design June 18 Join exhibiting artist Marlene Lowden on a creative journey as she explores abstract art through the lens of shape and size. This workshop welcomes participants of all levels, from beginners to seasoned creators. Cost: $30 (includes all materials) Register at 604-925-7270 (course #161725) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Art Tours Westminster Abbey & Fort Langley June 20 Join Ferry Building Gallery staff for a day of art-filled adventure! We will start with a guided tour of the beautiful Westminster Abbey in Mission and visit artists' studios in the Fort Langley area in the afternoon. Enjoy free time to explore historic Fort Langley. Cost: $70 Register at 604-925-7270 (course #162128) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Workshops Mark Making, the Language of Abstraction June 22 - June 23 Join exhibiting artist Marlene Lowden for a two-day course that takes you on a journey into the expressive world of abstraction. No prior experience is required, just your willingness to explore the unknown. Cost: $200 (materials listed will be supplied upon registration) Register at 604-925-7270 (course #162130) or REGISTER ONLINE.