VISUAL ARTS

COMPREHENSIVE LISTINGS FOR VISUAL ARTS | November 2025:

VISUAL ARTS:  Call for Entry

 Chilliwack Museum & Archives:  is seeking a Ukrainian artist to create and display a singular or collection of art pieces that respond to Canada, Here We Are! — an exhibition celebrating Ukrainian Canadians. The art will be on display from Feb 1 - May 16, 2026| Apply: chilliwackmuseum.ca | Deadline Nov 23, 2025

City of Surrey Archives: Collection Call! Help Tell Surrey’s Story. We’re looking for your help to keep Surrey’s history alive through historical donations. If you have items to donate, please contact the Archivist |604-502-6458 | archives@surrey.ca

Kwi Am Choi Exhibition Scholarship:  PoMoArts is excited to announce applications are now open for the 2026 Kwi Am Choi Exhibition Scholarship for emerging artists!  Established in 2007, this annual scholarship awards $2,000 to two emerging BC artists (ages 18–32) to support the creation and presentation of a solo exhibition at PoMoArts from Jul–Aug 2026 | Apply: pomoarts.ca/get-involved/kwi-am-choi-scholarship | Deadline Nov 16, 2025

Mind and Matter Gallery: Call for Artists – Artists are invited to submit their creations to be a part of the rotating monthly displays. To apply provide a biography as well as a few photos of the art to be displayed. | 604-536-6460 | mary@mindandmatterart.com

PoMoArts:  Artist Call - TILT/.  TILT/ is an annual open call group exhibition emphasizing the power of art. We invite artists to contribute diverse perspectives and create immersive experiences across all mediums. | Apply: pomoarts.ca/artist-calls | Exhibition Dates: Jan 22 – Mar 8, 2026 |Deadline Nov. 30, 2025

Surrey Art Gallery: Welcomes proposals from artists and guest curators. Your package will be acknowledged when received. Check the gallery website for limited hours of operation | surrey.ca/artgallery

Surrey Libraries: Call for Artists – Free display space for local artists | Apply now to display your art at one of our branches: surreylibraries.ca/display_space

VISUAL ARTS: Workshops & Classes

Drawing Lessons with Wendy Mould, AFCA, CDM.  Whether you draw or paint, good drawing skills will improve your work.  Beginners to Experienced welcome.  Private Lessons Adults: 3 sessions (2.5 hr) $250. Youth: $40 hr. Mediums: graphite, ink, watercolour, watercolour pencils & coloured pencils. wendy@artbywendy.com. More Info: www.artbywendy.com

EJS School of Fine Arts: provides students of all ages with the opportunity to explore the visual arts by a hands-on approach to painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media and more! For further info: 604-596-4883 or check out our website: ejsfinearts.com | ejsfinearts@hotmail.com

Fraser Valley Quilters Guild: brings the joy of quilting to the public by way of shows, displays, and demonstrations, as well as bringing ideas and learning experiences to the members through workshops, guest speakers, and demonstrations. For upcoming events check out our website: fvqg.org

Langley Camera Club: Virtual Zoom meetings with 40 to 50 fellow photography enthusiasts. See their calendar on their website for scheduled meetings | langleycameraclub.ca

South Surrey White Rock Art Society: The SSWR Art Society offers workshops in a variety of mediums for all levels. Information about the society and what they have to offer can be found at www.artsociety.ca

Studio Seventy Three: We offer Studio and Mobile classes - we can come to your home or business.  Sign up with your friends, family or join in with others. Mobile Classes: min 10. Please contact us for more details. | 778 - 565 - 5095 | studioseventythree.ca

Surrey Art Gallery: Explore your creative side by taking an art course, camp, or workshop! We offer studio instruction in a variety of media from introductory to advanced levels and for all age ranges: preschoolers, children, youth, and adults. Our instructors are experienced art educators and many are also practicing artists. | Call 604-501-5566 for further info visit the learning section of our website at surrey.ca/artgallery

Surrey’s Artswest Art Group Regular Meetings:  New Members/Visitors Welcome.  Nov Meeting: Nov 17, 6:45pm Newton Cultural Centre. Demo Artist Gabrielle Strauss – Fun Creating with Mixed Media.  Artswest meets 3rd Monday of the month at 6:45pm. Sept-Nov, Jan-May.   Membership $35. Visitors $10 (may be applied to membership any time).  Contact Wendy wendy@artbywendy.com

Surrey Photography Club: Check our website for competitions, demonstrations, meetings and ongoing events. |president.surreyphoto@gmail.com | surreyphotographyclub.com

Westcoast Calligraphy Society: is an enthusiastic group of people with a common bond–a love of all things calligraphic.  For more info about us and our monthly programs, classes and seminars, please visit: westcoastcalligraphy.com

VISUAL ARTS: Events & Exhibits

Arts Council of Surrey:  ACS Gallery features Sudhir Sharma’s exhibit, “RETURNING HOME IN COLOUR ‘THE ART OF SUDHIR SHARMA’” | Nov 3 - 28 | Opening Reception: Nov 15, from 12 - 3pm | Open with restrictions | 604-594-2700 | artscouncilofsurrey.ca

The Black Arts Centre (BLAC):  is a Black youth owned & operated gallery located at Surrey Central Station. |theblackartscentre.ca

Burnaby Arts Council: Embrace the warmth of the holiday season and support the arts in Burnaby at the Deer Lake Winter Craft Festival, an annual celebration of creativity, community and craftsmanship. | Nov 14 - 16| burnabyartscouncil.org | 6584 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby

Jeeva Thomas Pop-up Exhibition: in collaboration with Elena Goriainov and Keith Carlson. Join three artists for their one-day-only pop-up exhibit. | Nov 22, 11am - 3pm | jeevathomas.com | Newton Cultural Centre

Langley Arts Council:  is hosting the Timms Holiday Artisan Market again this year! | Dec 6, 10am - 5pm | Dec 7, 10am - 4pm | langleyarts.ca | The Timms Community Centre | 20399 Douglas Crescent, Langley

South Delta Artists Guild: presents Connections.  Explore the way art connects people, ideas, emotions, fosteringdialogue and inspiration |Until Nov 23 | southdeltaartistsguild.com |Gallery 1710

White Rock Museum & Archives:  Check out our website for more info on upcoming exhibits and events | whiterockmuseum.ca|14970 Marine Dr., White Rock BC