The Burnaby Art Gallery is showcasing the work of local students in its next exhibition.
The gallery is teaming up with the Burnaby school district to present its annual Arts Alive show from April 8 to May 8.
The 2016 edition of the show features more than 50 works by high school students from eight schools in the Burnaby district. The works were chosen by a jury that included gallery staff and volunteers, as well as students.
This marks the 34th year for the Arts Alive program, and this year’s edition will include a new People’s Choice Award that will be voted on by the visiting public during the run of the show.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with local schools, both behind the scenes and with our public exhibition,” said fine arts programmer Christina Froschauer. “It is great to see the enthusiasm and talent shown by these young artists and an exciting opportunity to see work by a new generation of voices.”
Students have also been involved in organizing the exhibition – many aspects of the show have been coordinated by high school students participating in the gallery’s career placement program.
The exhibition will also include an online component on the gallery website, which will showcase art from all the students who submitted to arts alive.
Everyone is invited to attend an opening reception on Thursday, April 7 from 7 to 9 p.m.
The gallery is at 6344 Deer Lake Ave. It’s open Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Admission is by donation (suggested donation $5). See www.burnabyartgallery.ca for more details.
FAST FACTS
Want to check out Arts Alive? The Burnaby Art Gallery is holding a number of special events in conjunction with the exhibition.
Among them:
Opening reception: Thursday, April 7, 7 to 9 p.m., free
Gallery tour: Saturday, April 23, 2 to 4 p.m., free.
In the BAG: This free family Sunday drop-in runs from 1 to 4 p.m. People of all ages can turn out to check out the show and make their own art in the studio on theme of Big and Messy.
