The Oak Bay Artist’s Exhibition showcases local artists.
Artwork Exhibitions showcase a collection of local artists work at the Neighbourhood Learning Centre & Henderson Recreation Centre. Admission is free for everyone to enjoy!
Neighbourhood Learning Centre
Currently on Display: Julie Emerson
Artist and writer Julie Emerson creates series of paintings in watercolour and in oil paints. The Edible Alphabet is 26 watercolours inspired by the food in her garden and her neighborhood of Oak Bay. Some of her other artwork in book form includes Artful Rooms, unique oil paintings of imaginary comfy rooms with nine essential elements. Ukraine Spring – Standing Strong in 2022 has 44 watercolour paintings and texts about the people and culture of Ukraine after the invasion – all proceeds are donated. Her large paintings include the series Sex and Death and Landscape as well as Women and Wings. She has exhibited with the Victoria Arts Council, Bowker Creek Brush-Up, and in multiple shows in Vancouver and on Mayne Island.
Julie Emerson’s books available on her website include Arboretum, poetry about neighborhood trees, illustrated by local photographer David Beaver. Her book Tarot Haiku has the original Tarot illustrations by Pamela Colman Smith. Garry Oak Trees, on her website, features fascinating essays and photos about our unique trees. Her website is: www.julieemerson.com.
Display Hours: Neighbourhood Learning Centre
| Activity Rooms | Monday-Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
| Saturday-Sunday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (program dependant) |
Henderson Recreaton Centre
Coming soon: A retrospective 2016-2026 Arts Alive in Oak Bay.
Arts Alive grew from former Arts Laureate Barbara Adams’ vision for art as a beacon to draw people together, encouraging stories, conversation, and connection. Countless volunteers, business sponsors, supporters, and residents have shaped the exhibition into a program recognized far beyond Vancouver Island.
See images of the over 100 sculptures that have been showcased over the last 10 years. Learn a little bit more about the public art collection in Oak Bay.
Display Hours: Henderson Recreation Centre
Building Hours | Registration Hours | |
Monday to Thursday | 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. | 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
Friday | 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. | 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. |
Saturday & Sunday | 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. | 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. |
Statutory Holidays | 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. | 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. |
Interested in Exhibiting?
Oak Bay Arts & Culture provides free exhibition space at the Neighbourhood Learning Centre and Henderson Recreation Centre to promote local artists and arts. Oak Bay Artist’s Exhibitions are approximately 2 months in duration. Our facilities are welcoming, public spaces. Artwork should be appropriate for all ages and respectful of diverse cultures and beliefs.
Applications are accepted year-round. A waitlist is maintained.
To apply, please contact the Arts & Culture Programmer.
250-370-7908
apass@oakbay.ca