Vancouver Island Sculpting Studio
The VIS Studio operates on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nations,
and we are grateful to operate on Snuneymuxw territory.
Between Barnacle and Horizon / Group Exhibition
Exhibition: April 24–26, 11:00–17:00
Opening reception: April 24, 18:00–21:00
Vancouver Island Sculpting Studio, 294 Harewood Rd, Nanaimo
Beyond the beauty of our shoreline, the coast is alive—from invisible microbes to larger coastal forms and the ecosystems that sustain them. This exhibition invites you to explore the shore at two scales: the surreal micro‑geometries of shoreline microbes and the broad, weathered shapes of coastal life. Artists transform these layers into sculptural works that evoke tidal rhythms—barnacle textures, filamentous curves, jellyfish, octopus, and kelp. Together, the pieces celebrate the intertwined beauty and resilience of our seascape, encouraging visitors to reflect on the fragile balance between microscopic worlds and expansive coastal panoramas. Curator: Joel A. Prevost. Join us to experience sculpture that combines micro‑geometry with coastal beauty.
Angellos Glaros / Sculpture
Darcy Johnson / Drawing
Dee Fontans / Jewelry
Denny Provost / Painting
Diane Briton / Glass work
Gerda Hofman / Painting
Joel Prevost / Ceramics, Mobiles
Private viewings are available from Monday to Thursday, April 20–23, prior to our opening reception on Friday, April 24. To book a visit, contact Joel at 250‑797‑8432.
6th Annual
2026 VIS Studio Garden Art Show
Opening Reception: Friday, June 26, 2026, from 5 pm to 9 pm
Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 11 am to 5 pm
Welcome to the 6th Annual Garden Art Show at VIS Studio!
Featured Visual Artists: To Be Announced
Experience the magic of art and support local talent
As you participate in this extraordinary cultural celebration at
Vancouver Island Sculpting Studio, 294 Harewood Rd.
Mark your calendars for a weekend brimming with creativity and inspiration:
Event Schedule:
Opening Reception: Friday, June 19, 2026, from 5 PM to 9 PM
Show Dates: Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28, from 11 AM to 5 PM
We look forward to welcoming you to this remarkable event and sharing in the celebration of artistry!