Vote Winners in Local Scene : Art, Artists & Artisans at CityHub Victoria
Looking for an insider's guide to Victoria's art scene? You are in the right place! From classical, to abstract, from painters to sculptors from the mainstream to the cutting edge, these are the artists, artisans and galleries that the locals love, visit and recommend. How do we know? 40,000 people cast over 370,000 votes in 2011 and these are the 50 most-loved artists, artisans and galleries as determined by the people who know: the residents and tourists who live in and love Victoria!
Known for her light, sensual, undulating forms, Birgit's unique sculptures, be they large-scale abstracts, wall pieces, or smaller objets d'art are individually handcrafted.
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is the Island's largest public art museum, housing over 18,000 works including Victoria's own Emily Carr
Photographer who specializes in fine art maternity, newborn & wedding photography. www.maryjanescamera.ca
We are an old school tattoo shop steeped in tradition and personality
The Coast Collective is a dynamic, exciting centre promoting local art and culture. destination, gallery, gift shop showcasing 200 Island artists and instructors.
Talented Artists! Wicked Tattoos! What more could you ask for!
Martin Machacek creates spirited paintings of local landmarks. His artwork can be seen at the Blue Fox, Vancity, Vic's Steakhouse, and the Inner Harbour.
We at WolfSheep aim to serve as the antidote to creative inaction. We are dedicated to art, people and our planet.
Newborn, children, maternity, family, & wedding photography. Bibb Photo specializes in on-location, natural light photography for all of your special moments. www.bibbphoto.com
Victoria's newest professional theatre company, providing early career opportunities for emerging artists to work alongside established professionals on great classic plays.
A local theatrical group which continues with classical stagings of their History Through Drama series after a successful debut performance of William Shakespeare's Henry V.
Specializing in Canadian art, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, glass, metal & wood. An exciting choice of jewellery & watches.
Vancouver Island's only resident professional theatre for young people, creating high quality, innovative, and imaginative work sine 1974.
Island Blue Art Store supplies quality art and craft materials as well as custom picture framing services.
One of Victoria's special destinations featuring some of the finest decorative one-of-a-kind pottery by Robin Hopper and Judi Dyelle.
Fun and dynamic pottery, made using techniques of traditional slipware and contemporary printmaking. Great for everyday as well as special occasions.
Victoria's Award Winning, Innovative, Site Specific Theatre Company based out of The Maritime Museum of B.C.
A custom tattoo and piercing studio, creating unique works of art in a clean and personal environment.
Luz Gallery, for the photographic arts is dedicated to the promotion of contemporary photography through exhibitions, workshops, and events
An exceptional selection of contemporary and historic original Canadian art
Our goal is to expose emerging artists and to create a new market for collectors by offering original Fine Art at accessible prices.
Victoria based professional photography service focussing in studio and location portraiture, product and wedding photography.
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Private fine art school for adults of all skill levels from beginner to advanced. Students can enroll in a Program or take individual courses.
A Custom Screen Printing Shop!
Victoria's first choice for expert custom picture framing!
Locally owned and operated since 1988
Atomic Vaudeville is an award-winning performance company based in Victoria, British Columbia.
A beautiful space in historic Chinatown that supports local artists with rotating exhibits. Fantastic venue rental. Custom framing on site.
Art Cards, art prints, pendants, earrings, magnets, buttons and more. We love to create custom items for you - email us with your ideas!
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Wontanara is a local performance troupe and school that specializes in sharing and teaching traditional dances and rhythms from Guinea in West Africa.
Jewelry Designer and Watercolor Artist
Contemporary Victoria artist, visit web site soltonovich.com. Commissions welcome
Good clean solid tattooing!
Artist. Dark imagery and rock musics larger than life characters come to life on canvas, breathing new life into known images and dark corners.
A traditional tattoo shop filled with amazing artists..
Professional Classical Ballet Company providing 4 productions annually at the McPherson Playhouse: 2011/2012: Orpheus & Eurydice, The Nutcracker, Harlequins Piano, Victoria, Empress of India.
Victoria's top alternative theatre company. Known for its sense of fun, SKAM creates theatre that is innovative, entertaining, and above all - never boring.
I'm a Creator. Prop-maker. Leather/metal worker. Steampunk gear is my specialty.
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I am a visual artist specializing in mixed media, printmaking and calligraphy. Stay in touch with me through http://www.letteringart.ca/blog/
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Bringing fantasies to life, Sparkle Shack transforms. Limited only by one's imagination.
Bonspiel is a one-woman cottage industry that creates screenprinted leather handbags and accessories.
Women's high end clothing, knitwear and accessories, all made in Victoria, BC
Contemporary / Traditional First Nations Artist
Tumbleweeds is an inclusive, youth focused theatre company designed to empower youth voices through the process of creating performance art, theatre and music
Geoff Grime Photography is committed to providing the picture that you need