B.C. author Camille Nagasaki discusses her debut novel, Riches and Rags
The old cliche goes something like, “money doesn’t buy happiness.” You can spend an eternity debating and philosophizing about the truth of this statement, yet scarcely come to an absolute conclusion....
View ArticleHandmade for the holidays: Shiny Fuzzy Muddy
In my home, gifting handcrafted items for Christmas is not a trend it is tradition. For those who also love to seek unique and quality gifts for their loved ones, the talented textile designer...
View ArticleDecember: Must-see art events in Vancouver
The Holidays are going to be busy, but Women | Art | Wine will definitely make time to check out these four events! Wishing everyone a creative, joyous and loving season. xo w|a|wJessie McNeil at...
View ArticleTime for the holidays: 5 cheap or free gift ideas
So I just finished up at holiday market Shiny Fuzzy Muddy and it was such a wonderful event. The people who participate in this particular show have honed their craft over many years and it really...
View ArticleBritish artist Haroon Mirza brings first solo exhibition to Vancouver this...
British artist Haroon Mirza brings Entheogens , his first solo exhibition in Canada, to the Contemporary Art Gallery January 13, 2017. The exhibit runs until March 19. Haroon is world renowned for his...
View ArticleThings to do Dec. 29-Jan. 5: Polar Bear Swim, Michael Blake, Mary Poppins
Seven things you should do this week include the annual Polar Bear Swim, Michael Blake, Mary Poppins and VSO’s Salute to Vienna concert. Polar Bear SwimJan. 1, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | English...
View ArticleToronto artist ErdemTasdelen brings double exhibition to Vancouver
Erdem Tasdelen will launch a double-exhibition in Vancouver at the Contemporary Art Gallery (CAG) this month. The Quantified Self Poems and Wild Child run from January 13th to March 19th. Erdem is a...
View ArticleJanuary Must See Art Events
January “Must-see events” (tours offered each week)*Strong Female Character at Hot Art Wet City– Exhibition TourFeaturing Sherri Rogers, Bronwyn Schuster & Mandy Tsung. “In this group exhibition,...
View ArticleThings to do this week, Jan. 19 to 26: As I Lay Dying, Dine Out, Hank Bull,...
Seven things you should do this week include As I Lay Dying, Hank Bull, The Wild! and more. As I Lay DyingJan. 19–Feb. 12, Fri.-Sun. 2 and 8 p.m., also Tues.-Thurs. 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. | BMO Theatre...
View ArticleThings to do this week, Feb. 23 to March 2, VIFF Oscar Party, Sarah...
Seven things you should do this week include VIFF Oscar Party, Sarah Silverman, Temples and more. The VIFF Oscar PartyFeb. 26, 4 p.m . | Vancity TheatreTickets and info: $15, viff.org Dress to the...
View ArticleDigital days ahead for B.C. film business
Heart, humour and spectacle. That’s the trinity that production designer Tyler Harron says is key to success in the locally shot DC comics universe shows The Flash, Supergirl, Arrow and Legends of...
View ArticleBook Review: Free Women, Free Men – Sex, Gender, Feminism
Free Women, Free Men – Sex, Gender, Feminism by Camille Paglia Pantheon $35.95 Free Women, Free Men: Sex, Gender, Feminism is cultural critic and renegade feminist Camille Paglia’s third essay...
View ArticleVancouver Fashion Week’s Fall Winter 2017 launches this week
On March 20th, all eyes will be on Vancouver Fashion Week (VFW), the show that highlights the best of haute-couture trends and fashion from around the world. VFW is an event held annually since 2001...
View ArticleVancouver Fashion Week Streetstyle: Day 1 Opening Gala
By @Gopublikk – Kleyra Gonzalez Last night amidst the cobblestone entrance to Vancouver’s Chinese Cultural Centre, Vancouver Fashion Week’s opening gala was taken over by incredible and creative street...
View ArticleVancouver Fashion Week kicks off with an outstanding, diverse set of...
Last night Vancouver Fashion Week’s Opening Gala began with a showcase of both established and emerging designers. LA SALLE Vancouver took the first steps on the runway, taking away the breath of...
View ArticleVancouver Fashion Week Day 2
By @Gopublikk – Kleyra Gonzalez The Vancouver Chinese Cultural Centre was a whirl on Day 2 – the designers filled the runway with unique garments utilizing colours and materials that represent...
View ArticleWayne Moriarty: 'Big, splashy, over-the-top burlesque Christmas' with a...
I am having a coffee on a weekday afternoon with Cherry OnTop. Cherry is my guest and not a garnish for my drink. She is a burlesque performer. When we meet, I call her “Cherry.” I am assuming, of...
View ArticleHong Kong ‘dream machine’ explores a culture’s tension, uncertain future
Room 2048 (by Hong Kong Exile)Tues.-Sat., April 11 – 15 | Firehall Arts Centre, 280 E. Cordova St.Tickets : firehallartscentre.caor 604 689-0926 Hong Kong is much more than one of the world’s most...
View Article'Heart of a lion': Driver Cynthia Gauthier revs up Monster Jam series
Monster Jam Triple Threat SeriesApril 7-9 | Pacific Coliseum Tickets:$15 and up | monsterjam.com According to a professor at Monster Truck University (MJU) – yes, you read that right — driver Cynthia...
View ArticleKatherine Soucie showcases her art exhibition Cast ON, Cast OFF
Katherine Soucie is an award-winning textile designer who specializes in zero-waste eco-fashion. She’s also a visionary, artist and creative force. Soucie’s art exhibition, Cast ON, Cast OFF was...
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