SPRING INTO CREATIVITY IN THE SOUTHERN GULF ISLANDS
Awaken your inner artist
Spring is the season of renewal, and there’s no better place to reawaken your creative spirit than the Southern Gulf Islands. Here, the beauty of nature and the rhythm of island life inspire fresh perspectives and new beginnings. Picture mornings spent wandering art-filled galleries and studios, afternoons exploring coastal trails, and evenings reflecting by the water as the sun dips below the horizon.
This spring, let the Southern Gulf Islands spark your imagination. Whether you’re sketching by the shoreline, diving into hands-on workshops, or simply soaking in the creative energy of the islands, it’s your time to awaken, explore, and create.
Your guide to a Southern Gulf Island studio tour
Any visit here comes packed with opportunities to see artist studios, roadside galleries, farm stands, and community spaces that capture all the special creative energy flowing through this region. Here's your guide to the studios, tours, and other art-filled adventures waiting across the Southern Gulf Islands.
Heritage, history, and museums of the Southern Gulf Islands
Whether you are visiting the Southern Gulf Islands just for a moment or have lived here for a lifetime, don't sleep on the little community museums and pop-up events that aim to share the stories that formed our diverse historical landscape.
Find your inspiration
Allanography Fine Art Photography and Prints
Explore the exquisite world of fine art photography and prints by Dave Allan at Allanography. View stunning collections capturing the essence of nature and wildlife.
Artcraft Gallery + Shop
Fine art and handmade crafts from the Southern Gulf Islands.
Bullock Lake Farm
Experience the beauty of Salt Spring Island at Bullock Lake Farm. From farm-fresh flowers to all-inclusive weddings, seasonal workshops, and more.
Cedar Grove Studio & Gallery
A beautiful open-air gallery nestled within majestic cedar trees, Sandra Dolph's Japanese inspired pottery is artfully displayed.
Gabriel Crystalline Pottery
Crystal glazed wheel thrown porcelain
Hogies Live Edge Woodcrafts
Live-edge woodworking creations. Tables, charcuterie boards, cutting boards and more made from windfalls on the artist's Salt Spring Island property.
Janis Woode - Fine Sculpture
Art gallery showing figurative metal sculpture.
Jeanne Erickson Art
Jeanne Erickson is a west coast artist painting romanticized realism of the forest and shorelines of Galiano Island, British Columbia, Canada. Painting brings her a sense of joy and wonder. Her brush strokes give her...
Jill Louise Campbell Art Gallery
Artist Jill Louise Campbell’s Gallery is bursting with the energy and colour of Jill’s artwork. Gallery art features and displays change regularly, as the gallery celebrates new collections and community events throughout the year....
Local Livelihoods Institute
Local Livelihoods is a community economic development organization promoting sustainable local livelihoods and advocating for place-based skill-building.
Marcia DeVicque Glassworks
Kiln-fired glass inspired by the seasons and the West Coast landscape, Marcia DeVicque blends light, colour, and natural materials in a rainforest studio on Galiano Island.
Nancy Angermeyer Photography
Professional photographer specializing in fine art, commercial, portrait, event, and wedding photography in British Columbia.
Quail Run Pottery and Fused Glass
Carol & John work out of their home studio on Salt Spring Island, producing fused glass jewelry, plates, window hangings, and garden ornaments as well as hand thrown bowls, mugs, and clay garden works.
Salt Spring Arts
Supporting and promoting the arts through education, events, partnership and advocacy, find your creative inspiration or indulge in an artistic pursuit at one of Salt Spring Arts’ many impressive venues and events.
Salt Spring Island Printmakers Society
Salt Spring Island Printmakers Society promotes printmaking on the island and offers opportunities for all levels. Membership includes studio access, workshops, and community events.
Salt Spring Studio Tour
Experience Salt Spring’s renowned mix of creativity, hand-made art, and world-class craftsmanship on this self-guided studio tour where you can watch artists while they work.
Salty Pear Studio
Visit the studio of Annika Hagen Siemsen and Jorge Siemsen.
Saturna Heritage Centre
Featuring exhibits on Saturna’s natural and human history, including exploration, lighthouses and whales. The Heritage Centre at East Point is a must-stop.
Seth Berkowitz Photography
Award-winning photographer on Salt Spring Island, BC, specializing in fine art and commercial photography with a focus on the social landscape.
The Glass Foundry
Glassblowing studio & gallery offering recycled glass giftware, unique glass art, classes, workshops, and online tutorials on Salt Spring Island, BC.
Yellowhouse Art Centre
Yellowhouse Art Centre is a vibrant community space offering art classes, workshops, and events for all ages on Galiano Island.
