ArtSea Community Arts Council

Art, Culture, Community

ArtSea Community Arts Council is a charitable organization that works to ignite interest and appreciation for all forms of the arts and cultural activities on the Saanich Peninsula.

Happening in your community….

Thanks to Everyone that came out to Enjoy
the 2024 Salish Sea Lantern Festival
August 24th, 2024

View images from the event.
Thanks to Artistic Director, Jennifer Witvliet, volunteers, and all of our sponsors and supporters!

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Apply Now for Grants or Bursaries

ArtSea Members, including individuals and local groups, collectives, or organizations can apply for arts & culture grant and bursary funding through the SPACG Program.
Applications accepted
throughout the year!

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2024 ArtSea Studio Tour

The ArtSea Studio Tour is one of the longest-running self-guided tours on the Island.
We’re already looking forward to seeing the beautiful treasurers and talents available on Saanich Peninsula!
October 5th & 6th, 2024
Celebrating 30 years!

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2025 ArtSea Gallery Rentals Applications are Being Accepted NOW!

Reserve your rental week at the ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park to host your exhibition, class, or workshop.
Please review the updated ArtSea Gallery Rental Package.

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ArtSea Gallery and Event Calendar

The ArtSea Gallery is situated along the beautiful waterfront walkway in Sidney, BC. From March through December, the ArtSea Gallery is open to visitors 7 days a week, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (hours vary slightly with each exhibition).

Scroll through the gallery calendar to learn more about upcoming shows. There is a new artist-directed exhibition almost every week!

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ArtSea Memberships

ArtSea Memberships are valid for one full year from the date of purchase. Returning Members will receive an annual email reminder to renew with a link to pay online.
New Members can apply for membership through the website.

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The ArtSea Scholarship

The Dianne Cross Award for the Arts is awarded each year to a graduating student or students from SD63 that will be pursuing the Arts.

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Sign up for the ArtSea
E-Newsletter

Stay up-to-date with ArtSea programs and events, learn about new and returning registered programs, and find out what’s happening in your community.

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Get involved! …

Support arts and culture in your community.

ArtSea is a charitable organization and can issue a tax receipt in any amount!

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Join the ArtSea President’s Circle Supporters!

The President’s Circle is a group of philanthropic individuals and organizations that generously contribute to further the ArtSea mission of supporting and promoting arts and culture in our community.

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Volunteer with ArtSea

Come and join our amazing team of volunteers. ArtSea has a volunteer Board of Directors and many individuals that contribute to ArtSea programs through out the year. Learn more about volunteering.

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Sidney Seaside Sculpture Walk

A magnificent collection of sculptures along the beautiful waterfront walkway between Beacon Park and the ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park in Sidney, BC.
Stay tuned for some exciting news!

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Are you on the Map? Join the Interactive Arts Directory

Local arts and culture practitioners, groups, and organizations are invited to share information to this free online directory.

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Coast Capital Art Display

The work of ArtSea Member artists is on display at two Coast Capital Savings locations. Stop by the Sidney or Shelbourne branch today!
Members: submit your expression of interest to participate.

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First Nations Artwork on Display
at the ArtSea Gallery

While visiting the ArtSea Gallery, be sure to check out the ArtSea Area (East end of the Gallery) to learn more about ArtSea programs and the organization. Also enjoy the artwork of local First Nations artists and read the personal experience and history shared by Kathleen Rose Sears and “Raven and the Eyes of Stolen Children” (image).

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ArtSea is fortunate to operate within the unceded territory of the Coast Salish People – within the traditional territory of the W̱SÁNEĆ Nation – Pauquachin, Tsartlip, Tsawout and Tseycum peoples.

ArtSea is grateful for support from our Provincial and Municipal partners.

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