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.

Painters' Landing April 1 - October 31 Permitted artists will paint, draw, exhibit, and sell their works on the grounds surrounding the Ferry Building Gallery, and parts of Millennium Park and Ambleside Parks.
Exploring Art & Artisans on Granville Island May 29 Join gallery staff for a cultural and artistic adventure! Visit a carefully curated selection of artists' studios and artisanal businesses on Granville Island and enjoy lunch at the Public Market (not included in the cost of the tour). Location Cost: $55 Register at 604-925-7270 (course #189078) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Chigiri-e Japanese Paper Art June 7 Use pieces of hand-dyed washi paper to create a beautiful, detailed artwork that resembles a watercolour painting with delicate textures in this 1000-year-old art form of Chigiri-e! Practice handcrafting skills and learn step-by-step Chigiri-e paper techniques. Cost: $75 Register at 604-925-7270 (course #188677) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Sketching, Photography and the Power of Story June 14 Join local artist Ian Cunliffe of Sketchy West Vancouver for a lively illustrated lecture as he shares stories of his travels, sketching process, and photographic encounters with the natural world. Cost: $15 Drop-ins also welcome (space permitting). Register at 604-925-7270 (course #189366) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Sun-Yat Sen Garden & Chinese Canadian Museum June 18 Enjoy a guided tour of the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden, the first classical Chinese or "scholars" garden built outside of China. An oasis of tranquility and reflection amid the bustle of urban life, the Sun Yat-Sen Garden is one of Vancouver's often overlooked treasures. Cost: $70 Register at 604-925-7270 (course #187252) or REGISTER ONLINE.
Plein Air Primer July 12 Boost your confidence level in plein air painting in this exploratory workshop. Artist and master teacher Sheree Jones will guide you through simple steps to making a good plein air study, from choosing your subject to creating a solid composition. Cost: $75 Register at 604-925-7270 (course #189871) or REGISTER ONLINE.
16th Annual Grand Prix Plein Air Challenge August 9 Location: Along the Ambleside waterfront between 13th and 18th Streets In this time-honoured traditional painting competition, participants must compose, paint, complete and frame (or finish) a piece of art that has been created outdoors in under four hours. Register at 604-925-7270 (course #190627) or REGISTER ONLINE.