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    ellen brandson art: The Expressive power of line

    A Solo Exhibition by Ellen Brandson september 18th – 27th, 2026 The Ladysmith Gallery is pleased to present Lines of Inquiry, a new solo exhibition by Ladysmith-based abstract expressionist painter Ellen Brandson, opening Friday, September 18, 2026. In this latest body of work, Ellen turns her attention to the expressive power of line. Each painting begins with the spontaneous act of making marks, then evolves through an intuitive dialogue between artist and surface. The exhibition explores both the physical act of creating…

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    Ladysmith Gallery: Self Taught Artist Thomas hutchings

    Artist captures the Pacific Northwest Wilderness through paint and clay August 21st – 30th, 2026 Spiritbrush Artist, Escaped comes to the Ladysmith GalleryAn exhibition of paintings, prints, and ceramic works A self-taught artist whose work captures the raw beauty and tranquil essence of the Pacific Northwest wilderness and East Coast of Canada through bold brushstrokes and harmonious color palettes. Returning once again to the landscapes of Vancouver Island, Spiritbrush continues an ongoing dialogue with the natural world through expressive paintings and prints…

  • Colour Me A Melody Offical Playlist

    What does your favourite song look like? The Ladysmith Gallery hosts ‘Colour Me a Melody’ from July 1 – 23, 2026. This exhibition explores the beautiful connection between music and visual art, showcasing original works by over 35 talented local artists inspired by rhythm, lyrics, memories, emotions, and the melodies that move them. The participating artists included a song or songs that inspired the artworks in this exhibition or that inspire them to be creative in their everyday lives. Compiled into a…

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    Voices from the vanishing – Art Exhibition by Debra Garside

    Award winning artist and one of Canada’s most accredited horse trainers, Debra Garside brings Voices From The Vanishing to the Ladysmith Gallery.  Open until June 28, visitors will get to view stunning photographs and bronze sculpture work. Debra is internationally recognized for her extraordinary wildlife imagery, particularly her intimate and powerful portraits of wild horses. Debra captures moments few others can—revealing the personality, relationships, and resilience of animals living free on the landscape.  Debra is the only professional photographer to be granted overnight…

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    Sunset Ecstacy – New Art Exhibition by Sheree Stewart

    Opening May 22 at the Ladysmith Gallery, Sunset Ecstasy invites viewers into a vivid, emotional world where color, movement, and nature converge. Featuring new work by Ladysmith-based artist Sheree Stewart, the show celebrates the beauty of sunsets and sunrises—those moments that evoke awe, peace, and joy. Deeply inspired by the ocean, waterfalls, and the ever-changing skies of the West Coast, Stewart’s paintings are immersive expressions of energy and feeling. Her process is intuitive and dynamic: layering saturated and unsaturated pigments, blending textures, and…

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    Ladysmith Gallery: King Richard Brodeur

    King Richard Brodeur: From Crease to Canvas April 24th – May 3rd, 2026 The Ladysmith Gallery is proud to welcome Richard Brodeur, affectionately known as King Richard, for a special Guest Artist Show that bridges the worlds of elite sport, creativity, and personal resilience. This exhibition warmly invites hockey enthusiasts, sports fans, and collectors, as well as anyone curious about life after high-intensity careers—athletes, first responders, veterans, executives, and creatives alike. Whether you come for the love of the game, the art,…

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    Keystone: At Ladysmith Gallery

    A collaboration of two artists: Ashley Gabouri and Melissa McLean March 20th – 29th, 2026 A keystone is the wedged stone at the crown of an arch, the piece that holds everything else in place. From March 20-29, 2026 at the Ladysmith Gallery, artists Ashley Gaboury & Larissa McLean invite visitors to look to the living keystones of our ecosystems: the species, places, and quiet details that sustain entire environments. From the coastal wolves of Nootka Sound to the Rockies, the old…

  • Ladysmith’s Creative Future: The Arts & Heritage Hub

    The Arts Council of Ladysmith is moving forward with plans to return to the historic building formerly known as the Machine Shop, reimagined as the Arts & Heritage Hub. The building will serve as a Art Interpretive Centre that celebrates the arts . From performing and photographic arts, storytelling, digital and sculptural, the space will boost economy, attracts tourism, and highlight collaboration with Stz’uminus First Nation and other community groups. The MOU [ Memorandum of Understanding] with the Town of Ladysmith, has…

  • Welcome to 2026

    Chinese New Year is celebrated as the “Year of the Horse”, more specifically the Fire Horse. This sign is associated with energy, passion, and forward movement. These qualities are a fitting description for the year ahead for the Arts Council of Ladysmith. Embracing Change and Opportunity 2026 promises to be a year of significant transformation, offering new opportunities and requiring dedicated effort. We are committed to creating exceptional spaces including a classroom, a printmakers’ studio, and an interpretive centre designed for large…

  • President’s Year End Report 2025

    Arts Council of Ladysmith: Reflections and Achievements of 2025 I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all our Members, Board, Volunteers, Artists, Instructors, and Staff for embracing a year filled with change and demonstrating such a positive, can-do spirit. Your dedication and contributions have been crucial to our success, and this year’s achievements would not have been possible without each one of you. Organizational Change and Review The year began on a challenging note, with several staffing changes leading to…

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