Therese Joseph

'Feather of Many Chords'

Lynn Li

'Twin Sparrows Among Banana Leaves'

Zimu Li

'Red Lotus Run'

Each of us is on a journey to find harmony - within ourselves, with the world around us, within our work, with nature.

Therese Joseph is a North Vancouver based artist, enamoured with the hidden beauty of the ordinary. She has always been captivated by feathers - their appearance, function & structure. This passion inspired her current series of acrylic & mixed media paintings in which she designed feathers in a striking spectrum of colours, shapes & patterns. On this journey, Joseph began to see feathers as a metaphor for humanity. Each feather is uniquely crafted & beautifully distinct, much like people, with its own role & purpose. When feathers work together in harmony, they can glide effortlessly across the sky. Joseph shows us that if feathers can achieve such unity & grace, perhaps we should try harder find our own harmony in ourselves & communities to reach our fullest potential.

Lynn Li is an artist from North Vancouver who aims to capture the essence & beauty of the natural world. She has a particular interest in intricate details, nuances & personalities of birds & small animals. Trained in traditional Chinese brush painting, her work is characterized by a harmonious use of colour, delicate brushstrokes & sparse layouts. Li's thoughtful compositions offer us an unfettered view of her subjects, inviting connection & a sense of unity with nature & the human spirit. Whether it's the chirping of sparrows perched on branches or the graceful dance of butterflies, her paintings serve as a testament to the awe-inspiring beauty of the world around us.

Zimu Li is a Richmond based Chinese-Canadian artist whose work blends the traditional techniques of Chinese painting with contemporary visual art practices. Her work often explores the symbolism of animals, with the deer as a recurring motif, who in Chinese culture symbolizes purity, grace & longevity. Li's current series seeks to find balance amongst intersecting elements: nature & the celestial, where mythological symbols & natural forms converge; tradition & contemporary practices, the use of xuan paper & natural pigments with abstract forms & contemporary colour palettes; her own journey navigating the cultural landscapes of China & Canada. Through these paintings, she aims to create a space where viewers can pause to reflect on their own connections to nature, spirituality & the world around us.

Artists Talk Livestream

Watch an engaging conversation with the artists as they share insights into their inspirations & processes.

Terry Aske

'Blossoms Squared'

Linda Coe

'Under the Cherry Moon'

Doreen Marlor, Robin Reid,
Maureen Tenpest

'Selfies to Celebrate!'

Janet Harper

'Spring Breeze'

Spring is here with the return of Cherry Blossoms: A Textile Translation, the 16th annual exhibition of textile art inspired by the cherry blossom.

Marvel at the over 30 beautiful & intricate works of art in a variety of mediums & techniques including quilting, embroidery, dying, felting, sculpture, appliqué, weaving & more.

The talented artists on display explore diverse interpretations & mediations on the cherry blossom's meaning & beauty through contemporary & traditional approaches & styles.

Exhibiting artists: Sharon Allman, Terry Aske, Leslie Barnes, Margot Calvert, Marilyn Cleven, Linda Coe, Judy Cruikshank, R. Leslie Forbes, Janet Harper, Margaret Hill, Anni Hunt, Margaret Inkster, Elizabeth Janzen, Isabelle Jenkins, Kathy Kinsella, Patti Kirch, Edwina Mackinnon, Doreen Marlor, Valerie Marus, Karen Munro, Catherine Nicholls, Jean Prescott, Robin Reid, Linda Spence, Martha Tatman, Jill Taylor, Maureen Tempest, Judy Villett, Anne Warden, Joanne Waters, Deborah Zibrik.

Opening Reception

Thur. Apr. 10, 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Join us in celebrating the opening of this incredible exhibition! Meet these talented artists & learn about their inspirations & processes.

Textile Art Demos

Weekends, 1 - 3 pm

Exhibiting artists demonstrate a variety of textile art forms & techniques in the gallery. Check out the incredible work they're doing while learning about their process. These artists are happy to share tips & information. More info.

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

Sponsored by

Hoonaz Afaghi

Derry Lubell

Jeidin Winkler

Artists Hoonaz Afaghi, Derry Lubell & Jeidin Winkler use the human form to tell stories & explore ideas around identity, connection & communication.

Meet the Artists Reception

Sun. May 11, 2 - 3:30 pm

Join us in celebrating the opening of this incredible exhibition! Meet these talented artists & learn about their inspirations & processes.