Past Shows & Events

I am thrilled to be back at Laurel Point Inn again this November. The hotel has had extension renovations and the lobby area is a stunning place to showcase art.

I will be displaying my weaving and chatting about the process of creating a woven wearable art piece from the raw material, the spinning process and finally the weaving. My garden is at 3735 Ascot Drive, north end of the Cedar Hill Golf Course. Plenty of parking at King's Pond. The tour runs 11 - 4 both Saturday and Sunday, the 28th and 29th.

I will be showing my paintings in the lobby and restaurant again this August. So excited to be back again at the "Coast"

I have been invited to do a solo show at the Grand Pacific Hotel in their rather grand lobby for the month of July. It will be wonderful to be back there again this summer.

Our first Art in the Garden event this year. Judi will be showing her exotic jewelry, Bob will be showing his collectible knives, Richard, his paintings are art cards and I will be showing my woven fashions and a few paintings. Social distancing will be in place. Lots of parking at King's Pond a few yards down the road.

I am excited to be one of six wonderful local artists displaying and selling their work at the Chapel Gallery from March 5 to March 21. Open Fridays 12 - 4, Saturdays 12 - 4 and Sundays 12 - 3.

Eight artisans will be showing their hand crafted items: jewellry, art cards, pottery, weaving, painting, knives, etc. Plenty of parking in parking lot on Cedar Hill X road. Masks and social distancing mandatory. Lots of wonderful gift ideas.

I will have my loom and warping board out in the garden and will be demonstrating how a project is begun and the possibilities with all different types of yarn, locks, silk strips etc.

Due to the current situation, I will not be keeping regular painting hours at the hotel but can be reached at www.annebowen.ca or 250 380-3955.

I am thrilled to be back painting in the Hotel Grand Pacific for the month of July. My paintings will be displayed throughout the lobby for the month and I hope to be painting 3 or 4 days a week on site.

“Two Artists, Two Ways of Building Success” – Art Talk & Workshop
Anne Bowen & Richard Wong Presentation

Sat, June 27, 9:30am – 3:30pm
$95 + gst

PERFECT for EMERGING ARTISTS, and ANYONE who wants to learn how these two artists built a thriving art business in Victoria, BC! This is one event you won’t want to miss.

Anne Bowen and Richard Wong are two well known Victoria artists who took two different routes from each other to build their successful art business.

Join us to find out how Anne’s top three selling methods work to help her sell locally and internationally. She will share her method of finding venues for displaying art with the help of brandy laced hot chocolate, as well as where and how to market your work. Hear how Richard uses his market knowledge to build a thriving, diversified business that allows one to find out who customers are and what they’ll buy, in advance!

Bring pen and paper for notes (no recording devices please), hear their stories, and have a few laughs. Both Anne Bowen and Richard Wong promises to entertain, share and tell all; the good, the bad, and the ugly!

The Day:
Part 1: Art talk, presentations, success stories, best selling practices and more.
Part 2: Workshop, details, questions answered.



Registration: Call (250) 391-5522, In-Person, or click https://www.coastcollective.ca/courses/classes-calendar/

Scattered Artists are once again inviting the public to come out and see what they do and how they do it. Centered around the Cedar Hill Golf Course,the homes and gardens are open May 23 and 24 from 11 - 4pm. I will be showing my paintings in my half acre garden along with a very talented potter, jewelry maker, weaver and collectible knife maker. Would love to have you visit. My garden is at 3735 Ascot Drive, north end of the Cedar Hill Golf Course. Lots of parking at King's pond.

I will again be participating in this popular event. Over 100 paintings will be displayed in the temporary classrooms at Glenlyon School by the Victoria Sketch Club from March 17 - 22. Opening reception is from 7 - 9 pm on March 17.

After a very successful residency this July, I have been invited to display some of my work in the coffee shop for the month of March at the Hotel Grand Pacific. Coffee is great and treats are exceptional!!!!

Please join Cathy, Judi and I for a pre-Christmas show and sale on November 16 and 17 (10:30 - 4:00) at 3741 Ascot Drive. We are offering unique and creative gifts that will inspire and delight; handmade jewelry, silk textiles, functional pottery and original paintings and art cards. We would love to see you!! Adults only please. Parking at King's Pond

Once again, I will be setting up my easel and painting in the lobby for the month of August. Paintings will be displayed throughout the restaurant and lobby area.

I am very excited to be chosen as the artist in residence at the Hotel Grand Pacific. I will be painting in the lobby Wed., Thurs., Friday and Saturday from 11:30 - 4:30.

Scattered Artists are a group of artists living and painting in the Cedar Hill Golf Course area. Once again we are opening our studios and gardens and invite you to come and see where we work and observe the creative process. I will be displaying my work in my half acre garden along with three wonderful artists hand crafting beautiful collector knives, wearable fibre art and pottery. Open 11 - 4 on Saturday and Sunday May 18 and 19.

I discovered this wonderful coffee shop recently. A great place to come for a cup of your favorite brew while surrounded by paintings from local artists.

This much anticipated annual event will be better than ever this year, with over 150 paintings. Our opening reception is from 7 - 9 on March 19 and the show runs until the 24th.

Great coffee at Fisherman's Wharf

I will be setting up my easel in the main lobby and displaying my work throughout the lobby, restaurant and bar area for the month of September. Come and have a fabulous meal, enjoy the art and the view.

A lovely setting and fabulous food. Oh, did I mention great art.

I will be doing a solo show at Moka House Coffee, Fisherman's Wharf, Shoal Point. This is a lovely scenic spot near the busy marina, boutique shops and houseboats.

Over 30 artists will be showing and sharing their work in this much anticipated annual event.

I have been invited to demonstrate the use of transparent paint, creating luminous color and subtle transitions. Demo is free but registration is required. Please visit opusartsupplies.com for details

I will be showing 19 pieces at the Central Gallery, first floor of the Bay Centre, downtown Victoria.

New works shown in the Main Art Gallery at the Cedar Hill Rec. Centre

I am delighted to have two of my pieces selected for the Sidney Fine Art Show. I feel honored to be part of this prestigious event.

Once again I will be painting in the lobby of the Coast Harborside Hotel for the month of October. Paintings will be displayed throughout the lobby and dining area.

Several of my new "Westcoast Impressions" will be displayed in this wonderful venue. Come and have a gourmet coffee and treat and enjoy the paintings.

Peter and I will be showing our artwork in the beautiful historic Goward House, set in lovely native gardens.

I will be painting and displaying new works Wednesday to Friday at the south end of the conservatory. Looking forward to spending time in this gorgeous seaside hotel on Beach Drive

Again, this year I have been invited to show my work at this great restaurant.

Over one hundred artists will be displaying their work along Moss Street on July 15 starting at 10:00 am. I have been juried into this event again this year and look forward to enjoying the day.

Come out and have a great cup of coffee and see what I have been painting over the summer.

I will be participating in the Scattered Artists Open Studio tour, May 20 and 21 from 11:00 to 4:30. Come and wander the half acre garden and enjoy over 60 paintings.

Open to the public April 29 from 10:00 am to 8:30 pm and Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Show opens on March 14 (7:00 pm) and runs until March 19. Hours are 10:00 - 7:00 Wednesday - Saturday and closes 4:00 pm on Sunday.

Myself and six other artists will be displaying a diverse collection of paintings throughout the lobby and dining area of the Coast Harborside Hotel, home of the famous Blue Crab Restaurant.

Artwork will be displayed throughout the lobby, dining and bar areas. I will be painting on site 4 days a week and would welcome visitors to come and view the paintings and watch the process of creating new works.

I am thrilled to be juried into the Moss Street Paint-In again this year. This event is a lot of fun and a great way to see some of Victoria's wonderful artists and their work.

Paintings will be displayed for the month of July.
Come and have a coffee and view the art.

Paintings will be on display for the month of July at the restaurant and coffee shop.

I am honored to be juried into the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Small Works Show held in the Massey Gallery.

Showing many new works with 3 other wonderful artists in a spacious gallery downtown at the Bay Centre on Fort Street for the months of June and July. We will be painting on site as well as exhibiting our work.

My art will be displayed in the garden at 3735 Ascot Drive
(north end of the Cedar Hill Golf Course).
Saturday and Sunday, May 21 and 22, 10:30 - 4:00pm.
A percentage of sales will be donated to the Ruhija Orphanage in Uganda.

Huge art and crafts show, something for everyone

Opening March 15, 7:00 - 9:00pm.
Wed. - Sat., 10:00 am - 7:00 pm.
Sun. 10:00 - 4:00 pm.

A whole new collection of my paintings are at the Coast Victoria Harbourside Hotel along with 6 other wonderful artists. The art work is displayed throughout the lobby, dining room and bar area.