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Culture Days will return September 20 – October 13, 2024.

  • Calligraphy by Renée Alexander, Hawthorne quote

In Every Stroke: Calligraphic Explorations | Exhibition

In-person

Design Drawing Painting Visual arts
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Date and time

This activity runs the duration of Culture Days.

Location

Silk Purse Arts Centre

1570 Argyle Ave,

West Vancouver, BC

Access

Free.

Offered in English.

About

Calligraphy is the art of designing & producing decorative lettering by hand. Throughout history cultures all over the world have developed various styles & techniques. This exhibition celebrates artists who combine traditional & contemporary approaches. Renée Alexander adds illustrative elements to her elegant & crisp English language calligraphic expressions of famous quotes. Lucy Yeou is a professional Chinese calligrapher who creates graceful pieces in traditional compositions & forms while adding a hint of personal style to make each one unique.

Image credit: Calligraphy by Neda Shojei

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Organizer

West Vancouver Community Arts Council

The West Vancouver Community Arts Council is a not-for-profit organization established in 1968, with a mission to increase and broaden the opportunities for West Vancouver and all North Shore citizens to enjoy and participate in cultural activities.

This event is part of a hub:

West Van Arts & Culture Hub

West Vancouver Community Arts Council West Vancouver, BC

Join us in West Vancouver for a wide variety of free Arts and Culture activities. Culture Days programming includes in person and virtual events for all ages ranging from exhibitions, performances, demonstrations, and a treasure hunt.