ArtSea Community Arts Council maintains a partnership with Coast Capital Savings to display large-scale artwork produced by ArtSea Members, at two locations.
Location 1: Sidney by the Sea
Location 2: Shelbourne, Victoria
ArtSea provides a valuable opportunity for artists to showcase their work within the community. It also enriches the community’s cultural landscape, providing residents and visitors with access to a diverse range of original, local artwork. Through this partnership, the community benefits from an enhanced artistic environment that fosters creativity, appreciation, and engagement with the arts.
Currently on display from October, 2024 – January 2025
Location 1: Coast Capital Savings, Sidney: 2297 Beacon Ave
Jennifer Anderson
Contact: jennifer@jensellsvic.ca | 250-686-8841
As a full-time Realtor, Jennifer assists fellow islanders in navigating the real estate market on beautiful Vancouver Island. In her free time, she finds joy in exploring forests and beaches, capturing moments with wildlife. Jennifer also serves as the official photographer for the Sooke School District Dance Academy and she enjoys capturing the fun at local events across the island.
Having previously documented numerous love stories as a wedding photographer, she now focuses on capturing the untamed beauty of wildlife and nature’s captivating narratives.
Inspired by unexplored territories, Jennifer seeks solace in the ocean breeze and forest trails, her camera always in hand. Her photography has been recognized with awards from Nature Canada and as the “Best photo in show” at the prestigious, juried Sooke Fine Arts Show. Through her lens, Jennifer invites you to marvel at the breathtaking panoramas and abundant wildlife of the British Columbia coast and beyond. Prepare to Embark on an enchanting journey into a realm of untamed beauty and captivating storytelling through her unique artistic vision.
Location 2 : Coast Capital Savings, 3750 Shelbourne Street, Victoria, BC
Anna Mar
Contact: studio@annamar-art.com
Website: www.annamar-art.com
Instagram – @annamarart
“As an artist I immerse myself in beauty and the force of nature. My paintings explore the presence and influence of nature in our lives and help to unfold a path of self exploration.
Through my art, I invite everyone on an individual journey to reflect on emotions and values. I hope that my paintings will connect with the viewer, inspire, and bring inner peace.”
Anna Mar is an abstract artist who lives in Sooke. Anna’s creative journey started in 2013. She graduated from the University of the Arts London (UK) and began a career as a graphic designer and video editor. She has long worked with various media, combining her passion for design with the power of storytelling. She has an intense attention to detail and appreciation of aesthetics.
After years of thinking about painting, Anna picked up a brush. She quickly discovered abstract art—a pure form of expression and a journey of self discovery.
Anna believes that art reflects what is happening in our lives. It allows for an open statement and a conversation without words. Abstract art is an individual, unique form of expression. Through her art, Anna finds a connection with herself and communication with the outer world.
Anna’s art is strongly influenced by nature. She spends a lot of time outdoors, immersing herself in her surroundings and experiencing creation in its purest form. She looks at nature through the prism of our existence and our (co)existence with nature is an integral element of her art.
Her work is very organic. It shares the essence and beauty of the natural form and focuses our attention on the unnoticed to create artwork that emanates peace and tranquility. It is an expression of gratitude and fulfilment. Anna’s paintings are a form of visual storytelling. Each individual artwork tells a story, shares emotions, and reveals a journey.
Interested in Displaying your work at a Coast Capital Location?
Are you an ArtSea Member that produces large-scale paintings, and would like learn more about the work that is selected for display at Coast Capital Savings? Please review the information below and submit your expression of interest.
Program Details and Guidelines for interested Artists
ARTIST OBLIGATIONS:
- All artwork must be identified on the back of the artwork with: Artists’ Name – Title – Artists’ Contact information – Size – Medium – Price
- Artwork must be ready to hang, with appropriate framing & proper hanging equipment securely in place; in good physical condition; undamaged and clean. Artsea reserves the right to refuse artwork not meeting these standards.
- Only 2D artwork can be accepted due to the commercial nature of the venue and includes paintings, photography, drawings and by prior agreement 2D fibre art. Only original artwork, not giclees, prints or copies thereof can be accepted.
- Artwork must be not smaller in total size than 18″ x 24″. This is due to the large commercial wall space available to member artists creating larger format 2D artwork.
- Artwork must not contain subject matter that may be inappropriate or offensive to the public and employees of this venue.
- Member artist will handle sales directly with the purchaser.
- No artwork is to be removed without the prior knowledge and consent of the Artsea Display Committee. Artwork can only be removed by the Artsea Committee & the site technician.
- Member artist will supply Artsea with a current bio for publicity/placement at display venue.
- Member artist will supply an inventory list of artwork before the artwork is displayed.
- Member artist agrees to have artwork photographed for the Artsea website promotional use.
ArtSea OBLIGATIONS:
- Artsea will provide sales labels for artwork, publicity and member artist biography at the venue.
- Artsea Community Display Committee will select the artwork based on level of skill, size, weight and overall professional finish.
- Artsea committee will display artwork in this venue for the period stated.
- At this time, there is no program registration fee or commission fee.
Expression of Interest – Submission Form
If you are a current ArtSea Member (or would like to become a member) and have read the above guidelines, please submit your expression of interest to display your work at one of two Coast Capital Savings locations.
Coast Capital Expression of Interest
ArtSea would like to extend a big THANK YOU!
ArtSea is grateful to Keith and Geri Levang for leading the Volunteer Coast Capital Art Display Committee , which also includes John Moloney and Bill Watt. Your time and effort make it possible for artists to display their work in the community, and it also enriches our local cultural landscape.
We would also like to thank Melinda Neal and Cathy Schulhauser for volunteering their time to run this partnership program from 2019 through 2022. They provided a wonderful opportunity for many ArtSea Members to display their work at two Coast Capital locations.
