Contributor: Kristin Lim

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Born in Vancouver, Kristin Lim has worked in the art world for over 17 years across three countries. She is passionate about contemporary art and telling people about it. She can often be found exploring the city by bicycle, seeking out an obscure gallery, pop-up show, or new exhibition. One day, she plans to officially launch her art tours of Vancouver and abroad, which combine her love of food, beer, hiking and cycling, and of course, art.

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How to Make the Most of Capture Photography Festival’s Final Weeks, April 17-30

While many exhibitions and public art projects will remain on view beyond the 2023 festival's final day (April 30th), there’s still so much to see and too little time! Here’s a guide to navigating your way through the second half of Capture, including not-to-miss special events, artist talks, and exhibitions closing soon.

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Vancouverites

Fruit, Meat, Flowers & Lace: Deconstructing the Still Life with Local Artist, Svava Tergesen

In her latest exhibition, Ornamental Cookery (opening at the Audain Art Museum on April 1st) the interdisciplinary artist - who finds inspiration at her local supermarket - continues to explore the domestic sphere and gender roles therein.

Vancouverites

On the Power of Art and the Urgency to Think Deeply About Representation, with Emmy Lee Wall

In anticipation of the official launch of this year's Capture Photography Festival (April 1-30, 2023), we connected with Capture's Executive Director to learn a bit more about the festival and its impact a decade in...
Heads Up / Downtown

Head Downtown for ‘Here and Now’, Opening at Pendulum Gallery Today

The 10th anniversary of Capture is kicking off with the opening of a new exhibition of lens-based works, showcasing ten new works by ten local artists, on view from Monday, March 27th through Saturday, April 29th.
Heads Up / California

What We Saw at Frieze Week Los Angeles 2023

Another Frieze descended upon Los Angeles last week (February 16th to 19th), creating a citywide art frenzy with multiple concurrent art fairs, gallery openings, museum exhibitions, and special events.

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Heads Up / California

Fourth Annual ‘Frieze LA’ Features Exhibitions, Satellite Fairs & Art Events Citywide, Feb. 16-19

Across the city, there will be a full program of exhibitions and events at galleries, museums and other artist-driven spaces, showcasing the many communities which make up LA’s rich art landscape. Here’s a preview of what to expect...

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Vancouverites / West Side

Celebrating One Year in Mackenzie Heights: Nine Questions with Gallerist, Mónica Reyes

We took the opportunity to find out more about the gallery and its second West Side neighbourhood setting...

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Heads Up / Abbotsford

New “Three-Dimensional Photography” Exhibition Opens in Abbotsford This Friday

Make a day of your visit to The Reach Gallery Museum by exploring Abbotsford’s good eats and drink, nature walks and thrift stores.

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Heads Up / North Vancouver

Combine Art Fair Returns to Griffin Art Projects for Its Second Year, Dec. 8-11

A new art show at North Van’s Griffin Art Projects brings together gallerists representing emerging and established artists for a fresh perspective on contemporary art and collecting.

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Vancouverites / Chinatown

Take a Break with Courtney Chew, Founder of OCIN Eco-Swimwear & Lifestyle Brand

Step into calm, breezy, beachy vibes this weekend (November 26-27) at 'The Break Room' - a unique pop-up organized by Chew, celebrating community and our oceans, taking place at La Bomba Floristry in Chinatown.
Vancouverites / Main Street

Meet Mariana Rivera, Founder of The Art Shop

During the week, Mariana Rivera is an art and curatorial coordinator for a leading art advisory firm. But on the weekend, she seeks out local emerging artists and organizes pop-up exhibitions alongside an online gallery, known as The Art Shop.

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Nine New and Unexpected Places to See Art In and Around Vancouver

Consider this your guide to a bunch of unusual and/or lesser-known local venues for checking out art (plus one in Ucluelet).

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Four Fun Ways to Participate in This Year’s ‘World Collage Day’ Celebrations

Did you know it’s World Collage Day on May 14th? Celebrate with Atelier 8.18 in Mount Pleasant this weekend with the opening of their World Collage Day Exhibition (which remains on view until June 18th) and a BYOC (Bring Your Own Collage) event on May 15th.

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Five Not-To-Miss Shows at the 9th Annual Capture Photography Festival

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Heads Up / California

REVIEW // What We Saw at ‘Frieze Week’ Los Angeles, Feb 17-20th

Kristin Lim recaps a recent long weekend immersed in art, visiting art fairs and galleries for Frieze Week.

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WHAT’S ON NOW // Five Art Shows to Check Out Right Now

Kristin Lim shares her selection of not-to-miss exhibitions and local art installations currently on view in and around Vancouver (plus one online).

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Heads Up / California

‘Frieze Los Angeles’ Art Fair Takes Place February 17-20

We’re headed to the City of Angels to soak in all things art at Frieze Los Angeles, taking place February 17-20.

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Heads Up / Downtown

Check Out Alex Morrison’s New Exhibition, Opening at the CAG This Friday

Mushrooms, furniture, and patterns proliferate in Nooks and Corners, on display Jan. 28th to May 1st, 2022.
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WHAT’S ON NOW // Six Art Exhibitions and Public Installations to See Right Now

Kristin Lim shares her selection of not-to-miss exhibitions and local art installations currently on view in and around Vancouver.

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Heads Up / Mt. Pleasant

Who is ‘Studio Note?’: Catching Up With Founders and Creators, Elina Takahashi and Mandy Chang

Six questions with the brand ahead of the official launch of their candle and wax dipper collection, at Western Front's Toque Craft Fair, Dec. 1-5th.
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Get Outside and Explore the Capture Photography Festival’s Many Public Art Projects

The city is currently bursting with exhibitions, public art, virtual artist talks, documentaries and more. Here's how to check it all out.
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WHAT’S ON NOW // Eight Art Shows to See Right Now

Kristin Lim maps out local art exhibitions that engage, educate, question, push boundaries and provide solace.

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Toque Craft Fair Returns as Vibrant Online Marketplace for Art, Craft, Design

While there’s no gathering together this year, shopping at Toque is still a great way to support local artists and the Western Front.
Seen In Vancouver

Where All the New Art Galleries Are…

Kristin Lim maps out the changes as established art galleries move and exciting new ones spring up.

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Cool Things We Want / Downtown East Side

We Want One of Local Artist Christina Kenton’s Fanciful Bic Lighter Sculptures

These cases are hand-sewn, built up and painted over with intricate patterns to create elaborate dioramas of animals and objects.
Vancouverites / Main Street

Six Questions With Concert Pianist and Creative Collaborator, Annie Yim

For her March 10th concert at the Fox Cabaret, Annie is set to perform The Poet Speaks: From Debussy to Pärt.
Field Trip / California

An Art-Filled Field Trip to Los Angeles

Frieze Week LA had us art fair-hopping and gallery-going for several days, providing an overview of contemporary art right now.

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Drinker / The Islands

Meet Allan Cukier, Head Brewer of Vancouver Island’s Imminent Ucluelet Brewing Co.

Opening day for the highly anticipated brewery is set for Friday, February 14th with a special evening launch from 5-10pm.