Oak Bay is thrilled to announce the lineup for its 2025 Arts Alive Annual Sculpture Exhibition. Now in its ninth year, this beloved event transforms the community into a vibrant outdoor gallery bursting with creativity.
This year’s exhibition features sculptures by some of British Columbia’s finest artists. From the abstract to the kinetic, the works offer something for every art lover’s taste. Starting in May, these 3-dimensional works will pop up across Oak Bay, transforming public spaces into treasure troves of artistic delight.
Meet the Makers
The stellar ensemble of sculptors includes Doug Taylor, Claire Anderson, David Hunwick, Andrew Hellmund, Ron Simmer, Geemon Meng, Peter Vogelaar, Erick James, and Angellos Glaros.
Save the Date
Mark July 17, 2025, on your calendar for the Arts Alive launch! Take a guided musical tour of the sculptures and speak with the artists and community sponsors who have made this exhibition possible. Ever wondered what inspired these creations? Or what materials bring them to life? This is your chance to find out and have a great time doing it!
Thanks to Our Community
Thank you to this year’s sponsors – Marc Owen-Flood, Mike & Rebecca Miller, Oak Bay Marine Group, Pharmasave, Vis-à-vis, The Penny Farthing Pub, Oak Bay Tourism, REMAX, The Zieglers, Prestige Picture Framing Etcetera, and Barclay’s Fine Jewellers. We also extend our gratitude to the dedicated volunteers who reviewed and recommended these artworks from submissions by artists across western Canada.