DEAR EDITOR:
Catching Stars Gallery celebrated its third anniversary on June 26 and celebrate we did! It was thrilling to see everyone who braved the heat and came out to raise a glass of Blue Mermaid cocktail and sample some delights with us including themed cupcakes by Shura Good Cake!
Our intention with starting Catching Stars Gallery was to support local artists by creating a beautiful gallery space where they could show and sell their artworks and be part of a cooperative. Bowen Island is a very creative place and nature is inspiring and draws many artists here. Being able to share their stories of what inspires them in their artworks creates that personal connection when art lovers visit the gallery.
We now have almost 50 artists represented at Catching Stars Gallery and we recently welcomed three new artists into the fold. We are delighted to introduce Mokajade’s Roshaan Ganief, Anyuta Gusakova, and John Givins to you. Find out more on our website and social media and stop in the gallery to see what’s new for home and garden. Lots of great gift ideas too!
Through COVID-19, we have stayed open as much as possible in order to keep our artists’ work available as well as have a space for locals and visitors alike to enjoy the creativity of our many local artists. Many people have commented on how important art and inspiration have been throughout COVID-19 and have really been appreciating having a space to go to and have some semblance of social connection.
One person in particular came in and said that his wife was in a long-term care home and he couldn’t visit her, and he decided to come to Bowen Island for a retreat. He commented on how healing it was to be in the gallery, to be surrounded by beautiful art, and to have an interesting conversation with the artists. That is why we started our business and it’s situations like that that keep us connected and creative.
We are very grateful for the continued support of our patrons and our local community and we are looking forward to many more anniversaries with all of you!
Emilie, Thiago and Kathleen on behalf of everyone at Catching Stars Gallery!
