Olympics 10th Anniversary Celebration with Corrine Hunt
blogCTV Video Interview with Corrine Hunt: Click here to view
On February 15th, 2020, Olympics medals designer Corrine Hunt is our guest artist for a special meet & greet celebration of the
Celebrating Bill Reid’s 100th Birthday
blogOn January 12th, we celebrate the 100th birthday of Bill Reid - one of Canada's preeminent and most distinguished First Nations artists. We gratefully acknowledge Vancouver's Museum of Anthropology
Henry Green – Curator’s Choice Winter 2020
Curator's ChoiceAs a recent recipient of the Fulmer Award in First Nations art from the BC Achievement Foundation, Henry Green has achieved a lifetime of recognition for his contribution to
Symbols Speak Opening: David Neel Book Launch + Exhibition
blogOn November 16th, specially invited guests gathered to celebrate the launch of David Neel's new memoir 'The Way Home' alongside his newest exhibition collection of fine jewelry, graphics and
Heiltsuk Opens Historic Big House
blogToday is the official opening with blessing ceremony of the Gvákva’áus Haíɫzaqv (Heiltsuk big house) named by Chief Marilyn Slett in Bella Bella (Waglisla), British Columbia.
This five day event
Robert Davidson RCA – Curator’s Choice Fall 2019
Curator's ChoiceMultiple award-winning artist Robert Davidson, now starring in the film doc 'Haida Modern' at the VIFF (Vancouver International Film Festival) as of October 1st, is one of Canada's most
Doc Film on Robert Davidson Premieres at VIFF
blogOn October 1st, the VIFF (Vancouver International Film Festival) premiers a Robert Davidson documentary - Haida Modern.
In the new documentary Haida Modern, Davidson recalls wandering the Museum of Anthropology
Maynard Johnny Jr. – Curator’s Choice Summer 2019
Curator's ChoiceMaynard Johnny Jr. began drawing at the early age of 6, and it was in his mid-teens that he began to work seriously at developing his natural artistic talents.
Crafted in the City: Trace Yeomans
blogJoin us for an engaging conversation with Haida/Ukrainian artist Trace Yeomans.
Trace will discuss how she works in fabric applique and other materials in her art, her inspiration and technique
Meet the Artist! Maynard Johnny Jr.
blogUp close and personal...
Join us for an entertaining afternoon to engage with artist Maynard Johnny Jr. (Kwakwaka'wakw/Coast Salish) while he creates one of his latest new works on April
Crafted Vancouver: Made to be Discovered
blogIn association with Crafted Vancouver, our Gallery is participating in events "designed to celebrate the vitality of our hand-crafted world".
For 25 days in May, a festival of exceptional contemporary
Christian White – Curator’s Choice Spring 2019
Curator's ChoiceAward-winning and internationally-renowned, Christian White is considered the leading Argillite carver on the westcoast. Highly influential to other artists, he is respected for his efforts in establishing an apprenticeship
Resilience: through laughter Exhibition Opening
blogThis past Saturday, Coastal Peoples Gallery and invited guests were witness to the launch of Corrine Hunt's latest collection of innovative and progressive designs in jewelry and mixed media.
Corrine's
International Women’s Day – March 8th
blogToday, on March 8th, International Women’s Day is being celebrated and we’re honouring Kwakwaka’wakw / Tlingit artist Corrine Hunt. Her solo exhibition Resilience: through laughter opens on Saturday, March
Caring About Community – Christmas 2018
blogWhile guests enjoyed our Holiday Celebration event on December 1st, their charitable donations went to one of our favourite organizations - the DEWC (Downtown Eastside Women's Centre) - and
Lyle Wilson – Curator’s Choice Winter 2019
Curator's ChoiceLyle Wilson recently gave an artist talk at the gallery and he discussed how he has been incorporating all that he's learned over the years into his collection -
Kevin Cranmer – Curator’s Choice Fall 2018
Curator's Choice"My first experience seeing Kwakwaka'wakw art...was with my dad. As a five year old...I recognized the power that these masks and sculptures possessed. This initial experience was first
Caring About Community: Update
NewsIn an ongoing effort to provide community support, Coastal Peoples recently presented Celine Chuang at the DEWC (Downtown Eastside Women's Centre) with a cheque representing a portion of sales
Don Yeomans – Curator’s Choice Summer 2018
Curator's Choice"Culture has to expand...Culture is inclusive; it is not trapped in one period of history that was your glory days."
Born in Prince Rupert, Don has dual ancestry with a
Ben Davidson – Curator’s Choice Spring 2018
Curator's ChoiceAs an award-winning artist and son of famed Haida master Robert Davidson, Ben has carved out a significant career of his own.
While a featured artist in our most recent
Corrine Hunt – Curator’s Choice Winter 2018
Curator's ChoiceCorrine Hunt's dual background as Kwakwaka'wakw and Tlingit creates a dynamic intertwine between her profoundly personal design ethic and a deep connection to her family's lineage.
With a rich family
Dorothy Grant Pop-Up Shop
EventOn Saturday, December 16, 2017, a special guest appearance by Haida fashion guru Dorothy Grant will take place at her 'Pop-Up' shop hosted by Coastal Peoples Gallery in Gastown.
Be
Haida Masterworks III Exhibition Opening
blogLast Saturday afternoon, Coastal Peoples Gallery celebrated the opening of another successful Haida Masterworks series exhibition!
The Haida Masterworks III collection enraptured guests while Christian White entertained with his ceremonial
Caring about Community
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For the last few years, Coastal Peoples Gallery has supported the Downtown Eastside Women's Centre with donations. We care about our local community and ask you to join us this