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….

The ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park is the
#1 Gallery
on the Saanich Peninsula!

Thanks to everyone that voted for the ArtSea Gallery
as your favourite local gallery!
And thanks to the staff and volunteers that take care of this space and make it available to share local arts and culture with the community!

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ArtSea Studio Tour
October 14 & 15, 2023

Come to the Saanich Peninsula to experience one of the longest-running self-guided tours on the Island. Visit open studios, view recent works, enjoy artist demonstrations, chat with the artists, and more.

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ArtSea Gallery Rentals
2024 Season is Open

The ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park offers rental space that is suitable for exhibitions, classes, workshops.
The 2024 Gallery Rental Calendar
is now open.

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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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ArtSea Gallery and Event Calendar

The ArtSea Gallery is situated along the beautiful waterfront walkway in Sidney, BC. 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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Today

Thanks to everyone that joined us at
the 10th annual
Salish Sea Lantern Festival!

It was a wonderful celebration of
art, culture, community and light.
View photos of the event, and submit your photos
to share with the community.

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Sidney Seaside Sculpture Walk

A magnificent collection of sculptures along the beautiful waterfront walkway in Sidney, BC.

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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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Grants & Bursaries

Individual ArtSea Members and Groups
can apply for grant and bursary funding through
the SPACG Program
(Saanich Peninsula Arts and Culture Grants)

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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 Memberships

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

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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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Donate

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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Join the ArtSea Board of Directors

ArtSea is in need of passionate individuals who are willing to contribute their time and expertise to help effectively steer and manage the organization. By joining the Board of Directors, you will play a vital role in ensuring the continued success of ArtSea and make a lasting impact on arts and culture in our community.
The future of ArtSea and the programs that we present are currently at risk due to a shortage of board capacity.

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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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