SHOP LOCAL THIS SEASON!

*From the Vernon Community Arts Press Release*

The Vernon Community Arts Centre invites you to their 15th Annual Artisan Sale, Artsolutely. Each Winter, the VCAC’s regular classes and programs are put on hold to expand their range of local art and bring you the best of what Okanagan artists have to offer.

Open 7 days a week, with extended shopping hours, there is plenty of time and space to browse and find that special something. This year you can feel assured that all protocols have been put into place to bring you a safe and socially distanced shopping experience.

As you walk through the front doors, the aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg will delight the nose, music with calm the senses and you’ll quickly settle into a relaxed vibe so your eyes can feast upon an array of one-of-a-kind art. Every piece is carefully handcrafted and locally made, and each artisan is selected through a jurying process to ensure the highest quality throughout.

We have works from 35 feature artisans with pottery, paintings, glass art, metalwork, woodwork, photography, fibre arts, jewellery, natural products and more!

From the front gallery space you will be guided through three large studios of artwork, with something even more inspiring awaiting you around every turn. In each studio, an artist will be available too answer questions and help ensure a safe flow of traffic. Staff will greet you at the end to carefully package up your goodies. Our centralized payment station helps make things easy and we encourage you to use credit or debit when possible.

Shopping at Artsolutely is an opportunity to show your community spirit. You can feel good knowing that your purchases support local artists, small business, your local economy and your Vernon Community Arts Centre.

“The Arts Centre is one of Vernon’s gems. It’s more than a place to shop, and it is more than an arts education facility. It’s a community space that offers a place for people of all ages and abilities to create, play, laugh, gain skills, release stress, heal and develop friendships.”

- Sheri Kunsli, Marketing and Events Coordinator for the Arts Council of the North Okanagan

For more info, check out the link HERE.