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The Gordon Smith Gallery and Artists for Kids present The Art of Conversation

November 01, 2023
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September 27, 2023 The Gordon Smith Gallery and Artists for Kids (AFK) opened their fall exhibition, The Art of Conversation , on Saturday, September 23, 2023. The exhibition features artwork by over 20 Canadian artists who explore the role of art as a platform for communication. The Art of...

Friends of Gordon Collection

June 02, 2023
Brilliance Gala June 15th, 2023 Together with Brilliance co-chairs Yoshi Karasawa, Ian Wallace and Patti Glass, our community will gather to celebrate the enduring legacy of Gordon Smith while supporting the cause closest to his heart: exceptional art education for all . Three years have gone by...

Artists for Kids invites the community to the opening of the exhibition Endless Summer

April 13, 2023

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April 13, 2023
Artists for Kids invites the community
to the opening of the exhibition Endless Summer
Artists for Kids (AFK) invites the community to the opening of the exhibition, Endless Summer , on Saturday, April 15, 2 to 4 p.m. Endless Summer is...

After School Art Exhibition of Student Artwork

November 23, 2022
​We invite you to join us in celebrating the artwork created by the students of the Fall 2022 After School Art Program! Thursday, December 8, 2022 from 6:00 - 6:30 pm at the Gordon Smith Gallery. Artwork by Barrett, Masterful Mixed Media

Senior Photography Artist-in-Residence Exhibition

November 23, 2022
​We invite you to join us in celebrating the artwork created by the students of the Senior Photography Artist-in-Residence Workshop with artist Karen Zalamea! Thursday, December 1, 2022 from 6:00 - 6:30 pm at the Gordon Smith Gallery Photo by Kaya H.

Print for Sale

September 27, 2022
​Our newest print by Charlene Vickers is now for sale in the Artists for Kids office. Call or come by to take a look!

Limited Edition Print Launch!

September 09, 2022
We are thrilled to work with Charlene Vickers to bring to you, our next multiple. Through her generosity, “Fish in Astral Projection under Moons”, presents an exquisite translation of Vickers’ textiles that is truly unique as a print form and artwork. Vickers generosity of time within her work, is personal and...

New Exhibition

May 19, 2022

We Can Only Hint at This With Words
April 23 to June 25, 2022
Opening reception and Zine Launch: April 23, 2-4pm Virtual Artist and Contributor Panel Discussion: June 8, 12-1pm. Join here. Featuring artists Russna Kaur, M.E. Sparks, and Andrea Taylor Curated by Kate Henderson View the Zine There...

Explore & Create Art Program

May 19, 2022

Explore & Create Saturday Art Program Children aged 5 – 12 are invited to join us in the Gallery on Saturdays from 1 – 3pm for drop-in art activities inspired by works in our current We can only hint at this with words exhibition. Please note that parental or guardian supervision is...

Music at the Smith

May 19, 2022
 
​​Music at the Smith is back! Join us through the Spring and Fall for a Tuesday evening series of intimate performances, accompanied by an informal exhibition tour and wine service at the Gordon Smith Gallery.

Winter Print Sale!

November 25, 2021
​From November 26 until December 16, 2021, save 25% on selected AFK Limited Edition Prints!* For more information on the selected prints, click here. To browse all AFK Limited Edition Prints, click here.



AFK Collector's Program

June 03, 2021
We are excited to announce that we are relaunching the AFK Collector's Program where customers have the ability to receive significant discounts on our unique collection of Canadian fine art prints. For more information on the AFK Collector's Program, click here. To view our available AFK Limited Edition Prints, click here.
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The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art​ is situated within the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) nations.

April 28, 2021
​ The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art​ is situated within the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) nations.​

Superintendent's K-12 Mask Update

April 01, 2021

March 31, 2021 Dear Students, Parents/Guardians and Staff, Earlier this week Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry amended the existing provincial public health orders . The strengthened orders and guidelines are in effect through April 19, 2021 at 11:59 p.m., and details are included in this news...

AFK Studio Art Academy Application Deadline: February 21, 2021

February 12, 2021
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Young Artist Spotlight

January 27, 2021
​Artists for Kids and the North Shore News continue to partner in providing a wonderful opportunity to showcase outstanding young artists in our community. The deadline for our first intake of submissions is January 29th! More information on how to nominate a student can be found here.

New AFK ArtReach Video - Mapping Our Own Perspectives

January 18, 2021
​ Map your own perspectives of a place! In this video Amelia Epp shares ideas for creating map tiles by drawing and painting with watercolours. Students can join their own map tiles with those of their classmates to create a large collaborative map representing unique points of view. Click HERE to...

Winter Holiday Print Sale is on Now!

December 01, 2020
​This December, on Giving Tuesday, we are pleased to announce our upcoming Winter Holiday Sale of our acclaimed limited-edition prints. From December 1st to December 18th, we will be offering a 10% discount on ALL AFK Limited Edition Prints. Additionally, we are offering a 15% discount on curated print sets. These...

AFK ArtReach Video Series

September 30, 2020
Our AFK ArtReach video series is underway! This series will guide classrooms and individuals at home through art activities focused on principles of creative inquiry and play. AFK ArtReach videos will be posted to our website every two weeks throughout the school year HERE.  Enjoy!

Virtual Curator's Tour

September 25, 2020
​In honour of BC Culture Days, AFK is pleased to offer a virtual tour of the Gordon Smith Gallery! Click HERE to view!

New Winter 2021 Virtual After School Art Classes

September 21, 2020
We are excited to be offering five Winter 2021 virtual after school art classes for ages 8-14 over Microsoft Teams!​ Click HERE for more information!
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