Gabriola Arts Council, Kathy McIntyre, Program Coordinator

Personalize an Art Tour any time by appointment, Fridays in July and August from 1 to 4, and Thanksgiving Weekend, which is special...it's a free, self-guided tour of 41 studios featuring more than 50 artists. In its 14th year, the Tour clearly demonstrates why Gabriola deserves its unique reputation as the “Isle of the Arts.” Meet the artisans and see how they transform their creative energy into works of art for everyone. Our full-colour brochure with map, available on-line or in print, is a showcase of fine literary and visual art, oil, acrylic and watercolour paintings, Giclées, mixed media, photography, one-of a kind fashions, leatherwork, semi-precious silver and beaded jewellery, pottery, stonework, wood carvings, sculpture, glasswork, and unique items for home and garden, including folk art, textile art and tapestries. Beat the Christmas rush and enjoy a special weekend on a spectacular Gulf Island!

Start at tour central, Gabriola Artworks, in Folklife Village. Work by Melinda Wilde.