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Current Exhibition

The Second Act is a group exhibition that reflects a pivotal moment in the evolving story of Art Works Gallery. Following a retrospective look at the gallery’s earliest beginnings, this exhibition turns its attention forward—honouring the artists who shaped its momentum, sharpened its voice, and helped define its identity beyond inception.

Every gallery has an origin story, but growth is marked by the moment when instinct becomes intention. The Second Act represents that shift: a period of clarity, confidence, and deeper creative alignment. It is a celebration of the artists who stepped into the space as collaborators rather than newcomers—artists whose work and commitment helped the gallery move from possibility to purpose.

THE SECOND ACT Featured Collection | KEN WEST

Past Exhibitions

  • Past Exhibition : Dec 2025 - Jan 2026

    Masterclass : Sharon Quirke, Ken Prescott, Deryk Houston, Markian Olynyk, Vern Simpson, and Joyce Kamikura.

    Masterclass honours six artists who have been with the gallery for almost four decades since the gallery opened its doors in 1986. Masterclass reflects both reverence and recognition — a celebration of mastery earned through decades of dedication to art. Each artist featured in the exhibition represents a different “class” in the truest sense: a generation of creators who have taught through their example, influenced others through their craft, and embodied perseverance in a changing art world.

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  • Past Exhibition : June 12th - June 28th.

    Happiness Is... : Carole Arnston, Kimberly Blackstock, & Todd Clark

    What is happiness? Is it a fleeting feeling or a lifelong pursuit? Is it found in the rhythm of the everyday, the colors of memory, or the quiet moments of reflection? Through the distinct yet complementary visions of Kimberly Blackstock, Todd Clark, and Carole Arnston, the exhibition becomes a conversation between abstraction, nature, and narrative.
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  • Past Exhibition : March 12th - May 30th.

    True North | A rotating exhibition of Canadian artwork.

    Since 1986, we've been dedicated to promoting local and national talent, celebrating the creativity and resilience that define our country.True North is more than just our location...it’s our mindset. A tribute to loyalty, teamwork, and determination, this collection brings together artists whose work embodies the spirit of Canada. Whether you're a seasoned collector or discovering new favorites, find the art that works for you.
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  • Past Exhibition : October 19th - November 2nd.

    Milestone Collection : Enda Bardell

    Art Works Gallery is thrilled to announce a special event celebrating the life and work of renowned artist Enda Bardell on the occasion of her milestone birthday. Join us on Opening Day Saturday, October 19th, 2024. An exhibition and a day dedicated to honouring her incredible artistic journey and her two distinct styles of artwork.
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  • Past Exhibition : September 26th - October 17th

    The Inherent Icon : Richard Wlodarczak

    Grappling with the timeless human condition, elusively invoking religious imagery, symbolism and portraiture with modern abstraction and surrealism. By interpreting ancient symbols through a progressive lens, this series captures our eternal fears, desires, struggles, triumphs, and inherent spirituality. Theses iconographic characters and archetypes named themselves through the creative process.
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  • Past Exhibition : January 30th - February 15th.

    New Artwork By : Debra Van Tuinen

    Join us at Art Works Gallery as we unveil an exciting collection of new artwork by the renowned artist Debra Van Tuinen. Embrace the spirit of the New Year and discover something fresh and inspiring on the horizon. Experience her stunning work and celebrate the start of a creative new year with us!
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  • SHARON QUIRKE

    Sharon Quirke’s work is recognized as unique and vibrant. Canvases are swept with fresh air, and present images, colours and emotions that are layered and fluid. Warm golden light and bold brushstrokes make the work inviting and dramatic.

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  • JOYCE KAMIKURA

    “It is not so much in the final product, but in the process and struggle to bring all elements together to function in harmonious presentation in a painting that I derive so much satisfaction and pleasure as an artist.”

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  • KEN PRESCOTT

    For over 40 Ken has created his collage work for exhibitions throughout Canada. In 1975, he moved to Vancouver and soon after was elected to senior member status and a chairman of The Federation of Canadian Artists.

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  • DERYK HOUSTON

    Attentive to the subtle changes in light, color, and how they effect visuality, one discovers a similar sense of illumination when light passes through stained glass. In his paintings Houston evokes this sense of wonder and amazement, documenting the landscape in traditional yet contemporary ways.

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  • VERN SIMPSON

    Vern Simpson's abstracted expressionist style redefines the landscape genre in a modern, contemporary fashion. Intense in colour, edgy, with strong movement, texture, Vern builds compositions that appear as architectural arrangements of light, color and shadow.

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  • MARKIAN OLYNYK

    His most famous projects remain his large-scale glass sculptures and installations, yet his paintings, too, are a delight that reflect his experimentation in the second dimension. Completely self-taught, Markian remains curious in his approach to art-making.

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