Mural Mosaic Launches at the Olympics ... before coming Home to Galiano
A collaborative 231 painting mural created by almost 200 west coast artists has been unveiled at the 2010 Winter Olympics - Spirit Square in West Vancouver on Saturday, February 13.
Displayed from February 13th - February 28, 2010 Hours for Viewing: 10AM - 5PM Monday - Thursday/Sunday; 10 AM - 9PM Friday & Saturday
For the last year and a half, over 200 of Canada's finest artists from along the west coast have collaborated to create a stunning 12 foot x 21 foot mural. The mural is comprised of 231, 12 inch x 12 inch ORIGINAL paintings that, together, bring a united image to life. There are no digital effects and the artists did not know each other or know what the united final image would be.
A mystery to be unveiled during the Olympics, before it is moved to its permanent home at The Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa on Galiano Island.
The Mural was initiated by the people of Galiano Island and designed and orchestrated by artists Lewis Lavoie, Phil Alain and Paul Lavoie of Mural Mosaic. “Kunamokst”- Coastal Inspirations Mural Mosaic combines artists as young as 16 years old to artists over 90 years old. There are artists from various regions along the coast, internationally renowned artists, French Canadian artists, Galiano artists like Kenna Fair, Keith Holmes, Larry Foden and more; First Nations artists like critically acclaimed Roy Henry Vickers and April White, and iconic Canadian artist Robert Bateman.
Many of the 200 artists have been featured on the world stage as well. Special guest artists include California world renowned whale muralist Wyland and California muralist Judy Baca. The title KUNAMOKST- is Chinook Jargon meaning “together”.
For more information about Mural Mosaic visit www.muralmosaic.com or call (780)718-7635, or contact Conny Nordin at the Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa www.galianoinn.com 1-877-530-3939.
Galiano Island Literary Festival February 19 - 21
Galiano Island Books and the Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa present the Galiano Island Literary Festival, with writers:
John Barton, George Bowering, Norma Charles, Sean Cranbury, Dede Crane, Anthony Dalton, William Deverell, Ann Eriksson,
Jenn Farrell, Pam Freir, Bill Gaston, Gary Geddes, Kim Goldberg,
Margaret Griffiths, Geoff Inverarity, Michael Kenyon,
Francis Mansbridge, Teresa McWhirter, Catherine Owen,
Jamie Reid, Linda L. Richards, Timothy Taylor, Audrey Thomas, Harry Thurston, Rhea Tregebov, Alan Twigg, Gudrun Will, Rhonda Ganz, Mike Christie and George Sipos.
$150 for the weekend (reception Friday evening and two days of festival) – $85 per day (includes lunch) - $40 for the morning session only - Dinner Saturday evening with the authors - $25 (excluding beverages)
Please Register at Galiano Island Books.
250 539 3340 or email lee@galianoislandbooks.com
Spring on Galiano
When it is winter in the rest of Canada and the eastern U.S., it looks very much like Spring on Galiano. Daffodils and hummingbirds, blue skies and mild weather. A quiet time in the Gulf Islands ..... and that is why it is the perfect place for a getaway for just the two of you.
Weekends The weekends are the "busiest" in our island life in February and March.
"eat@GalianoInn", the Galiano Inn's oceanfront romantic dining room, is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. On Friday and Saturday, you can enjoy the Chef's special menu (it changes frequently) with a prix fixe 3 course selection. On Sundays, it is Mel's Traditional Prime Rib
Islands Edge Art Gallery Works by Galiano Artists. Showing weekends 11-5.
Insight Art Gallery Works by Galiano Artists. Weekends 11-5
Shopping in the Village: Arts and Soul Crafts and Art Gallery, Twirly Tree
Daily: for special treats for you or for someone else
Galiano Island Books (the world's best little independent bookstore, right next door to the inn, open daily with special events (their Literary Festival is an exciting event!)
Twirly Tree Crafts Cooperative in the Village
Artist's studios are open year-round (some by appointment), including StoneWorld, Marcie DeVicque's Glassworks, Cedar Grove Pottery, Bill Boyd Pottery and more.
Eating: Stop for a morning latte and a scone at The Bakery in the Village- Have lunch at the Grand Central Grill in the Village- Every evening the Hummingbird Pub is open for snacks and full meals.
Activities:
Kayaking tours and rental
Bicycle rentals
Smart Car rentals to explore the island from the Inn
Hiking the many secluded beaches and deserted trails: you will often have the view to yourself!
Horseback riding and trail rides
How Smart is that???
How Smart is that??? The Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa now has a fleet of Smart Cars for our Owners to use and our Guests to rent. Ask about packages that include the car.
A collaborative 231 painting mural created by almost 200 west coast artists has been unveiled at the 2010 Winter Olympics - Spirit Square in West Vancouver on Saturday, February 13. 
The Mural was initiated by the people of Galiano Island and designed and orchestrated by artists Lewis Lavoie, Phil Alain and Paul Lavoie of Mural Mosaic. 
Galiano Island Books and the Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa present the Galiano Island Literary Festival, with writers:
How Smart is that??? The Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa now has a fleet of Smart Cars for our Owners to use and our Guests to rent. Ask about packages that include the car.
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