Weekly Family Programs

Art Agents + The Making Place

Every Sunday from 12 to 4 PM, the Gallery offers unique activities geared toward visitors aged 5- to 12-years-old and their families. Join our team of Art Agents as they bring the exhibitions to life. Then move on to The Making Place to experiment with themes, processes and materials that you see in the artworks on display in a number of engaging art-making activities. Drop in any time between 12 and 4 PM to take part.

All activities are free for children aged 12 and under, when accompanied by an adult. Adult participation is free for Members with Gallery admission.

The Making Place Activity

JAN 19: Mixed Media Collage Techniques

The body of water known today as the Pacific Ocean has had many names throughout the ages. For many communities of Oceanic indigenous origin, the chosen term when identifying this body of water is ‘The Great Ocean,’ a space of connection that fosters all 21 artists taking part in Transits and Returns.

Living here in Vancouver, we are also part of this pattern of movement, and the shoreline is always present in our lives. This week, we will make our own maritime scenes inspired by The Great Ocean, using mixed media collage techniques to explore the creative possibilities of different papers and fabrics.