VA2007 - Vancouver Gallery Guide

Blanket Gallery
6-758 Alexander St., Vancouver, BC V6A 1E3
Blanket Gallery specializes in internationally acclaimed emerging contemporary Canadian painting. A range abstract and figurative work reflect current developments in the West Coast art scene. Founded in 2005, Blanket Contemporary Art occupies a 2,000 square foot space in Rail Town, and offers an exciting journey in the young avant-garde. Thu.- Sat. noon to 5pm.

Eagle Spirit Gallery
1803 Maritime Mews, Granville Island, 604-801-5205
Specializing in Northwest Coast Native art, Eagle Spirit Gallery features hand-carved masks, panels, bentwood boxes, totem poles, argillite, button blankets, sculpture and Inuit soapstone. View works by prominent artists including Robert Davidson, Susan Point, Moy Sutherland, Klatle-Bhi and Ray Natrall.

Hill’s Native Art
165 Water St., Gastown, 604-685-4249 or 1-866-685-5422
Since 1946, the Hill’s Gallery is where traditional and contemporary First Nations and Inuit art continues to be celebrated and preserved. Discover a captivating atmosphere that inspires with its warm space adorned with spectacular totem poles, dramatic masks and fine collectibles. A vast and impressive collection has been gathered to truly represent the flavour of Canada’s Pacific Northwest. Open daily from 9am to 9pm.

Oh My God...ard!
972 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC, 604-662-4477
These are usually the first words out of peoples’ mouths when they view Michael Godard’s artwork. Godard, known as the “Rock Star of the Art World” is currently the #1 best selling artist in North America. Paintings depicting drunken grapes, gangster olives, dancing strawberries, and flaming dice have taken the art world by storm. Other artists showcased at the gallery include the #1 wave painter in North America, Ashton Howard; internationally renowned photo illustrator Douglas Mesney and 10 other amazing and unique artists.

The South Granville Gallery Association
The South Granville Gallery Association represents Vancouver’s leading fine art galleries located between 5th and 15th Avenue on Granville Street. Founded in 1990, this 15 member association seeks to promote the finest quality in fine art. On South Granville you can explore art styles ranging from the seventeenth to the twenty-first centuries. Exhibitions by South Granville Gallery Association members allow collectors and art enthusiasts to view works by new and established artists along with historical masterpieces. Visit the galleries on South Granville Rise.
5th to 15th Avenue on Granville Street, Vancouver.

StoneAge Art Company
1551 Johnston St., Granville Island, Vancouver, 604-801-5108
StoneAge is proud to present a unique collection of hand-carved Shona sculptures from over 250 artists living in Zimbabwe. In our large collection, we have sculptures to suit every taste and budget. From Realistic to Abstract, 8 inches high to 8 feet tall, we guarantee that you will find our artwork astounding. We are a family-run business and are proud to be Zimbabweans helping Zimbabweans. Behind the Creekhouse, below the Sandbar Restaurant.

Uno Langmann Limited
2117 Granville Street, Granville, Vancouver, BC, 604-736-8825
This internationally recognized gallery is Canada’s foremost specialist in the finest quality European and North American paintings from the 18th, 19th, and early 20th century. The gallery also showcases a careful selection of antiques. Both museums and private collectors have come to rely on the gallery for a full range of services relating to acquisitions, consignment, sales, appraisals, conservation, and framing. This year we are happy to celebrate Uno Langmann’s 40th year in business! The first building on the south end of the Granville Street Bridge (Wheelchair accessible).