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Gallery 881: A Lens-Based Art Hub in Strathcona, Vancouver

Nestled in the vibrant neighbourhood of Strathcona, Vancouver, Gallery 881 is a lens-based art hub that exclusively promotes the photographic arts. This unique space is more than just a gallery—it’s a hub for creativity, conversation, and community engagement, making it a standout in the city’s bustling art scene. The gallery

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What is Art?

Answering this question is no simple task. It’s not just a matter of personal opinion—it’s a question that has fueled centuries of debate, study, and even controversy.

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four people looking at a colourful mural on a west end laneway in Vancouver

Murals and Laneways of the West End: Stories of Vancouver Through Art

Vancouver’s West End is home to more than scenic views—it boasts a vibrant collection of murals that tell stories of resilience, history, and creativity. Born from a collaboration between the Vancouver Mural Festival and the West End Business Association, these artworks emerged alongside the naming of laneways like “Rosemary Brown Lane” and “Ted Northe Lane,” celebrating the figures who shaped the city. Featuring artists such as Matt Hanns Schroeter, Kirk Gower, and Jody Broomfield, the murals transform the neighborhood into a living gallery. Join one of our guided tours!

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Wil Aballe gallery – A New Chapter on Granville Island

We are thrilled to spotlight Wil Aballe, a cornerstone of Vancouver’s vibrant art scene, as it embarks on an exciting new chapter. This contemporary gallery has relocated to Granville Island, one of the city’s most iconic cultural destinations, promising even more dynamic contributions to our creative community.

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COMBINE: Vancouver’s first one-of-a-kind art fair

“The Vancouver art ecosystem is built on a delicate balance of interconnected elements: artists, collectors, galleries, and institutions. Each is equally important in the process of nurturing a rich, diverse art scene.” Lisa Baldissera Tania Willard Domestic Markets (from SnowBank & other Investments series), 2020 acrylic mounted photo paper, silk

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Sunday morning with an emerging collector

This fall, we’ve partnered with Hyppiä Homes to celebrate the homes of local emerging collectors, artists and creatives, in hopes to inspire your journey into collecting and living with art.  At Curated Tastes, we constantly experience firsthand the benefits and joys that come with acquiring artwork and engaging in conversations

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Catalogue:12 under 500 – Vancouver Art Selections

CT’s first edition of Vancouver Art Selections, showcasing 12 Vancouver-based artists that have original works available under $500. The selections range from geometric abstract compositions to contemplative narrative landscapes and figurative works with social commentary, in an effort to present a panoramic view as a testament of Vancouver’s cultural diversity. You will find a brief interview under each profile where we hope you will enjoy reading about the artist’s inspirations, interpretations and thoughts on why it is important to live with art.

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Gallery 881: A Lens-Based Art Hub in Strathcona, Vancouver

Nestled in the vibrant neighbourhood of Strathcona, Vancouver, Gallery 881 is a lens-based art hub that exclusively promotes the photographic arts. This unique space is more than just a gallery—it’s a hub for creativity, conversation, and community engagement, making it a standout in the city’s bustling art scene. The gallery

Read More

What is Art?

Answering this question is no simple task. It’s not just a matter of personal opinion—it’s a question that has fueled centuries of debate, study, and even controversy.

Read More
four people looking at a colourful mural on a west end laneway in Vancouver

Murals and Laneways of the West End: Stories of Vancouver Through Art

Vancouver’s West End is home to more than scenic views—it boasts a vibrant collection of murals that tell stories of resilience, history, and creativity. Born from a collaboration between the Vancouver Mural Festival and the West End Business Association, these artworks emerged alongside the naming of laneways like “Rosemary Brown Lane” and “Ted Northe Lane,” celebrating the figures who shaped the city. Featuring artists such as Matt Hanns Schroeter, Kirk Gower, and Jody Broomfield, the murals transform the neighborhood into a living gallery. Join one of our guided tours!

Read More

Wil Aballe gallery – A New Chapter on Granville Island

We are thrilled to spotlight Wil Aballe, a cornerstone of Vancouver’s vibrant art scene, as it embarks on an exciting new chapter. This contemporary gallery has relocated to Granville Island, one of the city’s most iconic cultural destinations, promising even more dynamic contributions to our creative community.

Read More

COMBINE: Vancouver’s first one-of-a-kind art fair

“The Vancouver art ecosystem is built on a delicate balance of interconnected elements: artists, collectors, galleries, and institutions. Each is equally important in the process of nurturing a rich, diverse art scene.” Lisa Baldissera Tania Willard Domestic Markets (from SnowBank & other Investments series), 2020 acrylic mounted photo paper, silk

Read More

Sunday morning with an emerging collector

This fall, we’ve partnered with Hyppiä Homes to celebrate the homes of local emerging collectors, artists and creatives, in hopes to inspire your journey into collecting and living with art.  At Curated Tastes, we constantly experience firsthand the benefits and joys that come with acquiring artwork and engaging in conversations

Read More

Catalogue:12 under 500 – Vancouver Art Selections

CT’s first edition of Vancouver Art Selections, showcasing 12 Vancouver-based artists that have original works available under $500. The selections range from geometric abstract compositions to contemplative narrative landscapes and figurative works with social commentary, in an effort to present a panoramic view as a testament of Vancouver’s cultural diversity. You will find a brief interview under each profile where we hope you will enjoy reading about the artist’s inspirations, interpretations and thoughts on why it is important to live with art.

Read More