We’re already halfway through October, and as I write this on Thanksgiving Monday, I can’t help but reflect on how much we have to be grateful for at the Pearl Ellis Gallery. At the top of the list are our amazing volunteers. Many of you have given your time and energy to help make our gallery a vibrant and welcoming place, whether by hosting or working behind the scenes on important tasks like website support and putting up posters.…
September is in full swing, and our community is bustling with new initiatives, creative endeavours, and the harvest from our beautiful region's gardens and orchards. As we enjoy the season’s bounty, it’s a perfect time to start thinking about fresh ideas and projects to carry us through the quieter winter months.…
As the lazy days of summer draw to a close and school schedules loom on the horizon, we still have plenty of time to enjoy the outdoors here in the Comox Valley. Cooler temperatures can be invigorating and rejuvenating for the creative process.…
As we begin the second half of 2024, we are happy to announce that things have been progressing steadily at the Pearl, and there are many interesting opportunities on the horizon.
As always, our card sales are very healthy, and many new members are availing themselves of this membership perk. There always seems to be something new on our card rack!…
Warm weather is finally here, and at the Pearl, we are excited to spend time outdoors, whether gardening, hiking, or painting "en plein air". For the rest of the summer, we are excited to invite you to participate in a special opportunity to paint live in front of the Pearl Ellis Gallery. This public display will draw visitors to the gallery and allow you to interact and share your creative process with them. You may also sell the work you produce on-site through our Gallery Square system, though a 20% commission will be deducted. We have easels available in the gallery, including a French easel with a storage box, or you can bring your own. We also have an umbrella to shade you during these lovely sunny days. For more information and to get on the schedule, please reach out to Elaine Smith at elaine@pearlellisgallery.ca.…
Join Pearl Ellis Gallery at Comox Summer Fest on Saturday, June 22, from 10 am to 5 pm. We will have numerous mini-paintings available for purchase by donation, and our talented member artists will be creating custom mini-paintings live at our booth. Request any subject—be it a tree, flower, night sky, or baseball mitt—and watch your personalized mini masterpiece come to life. While the event is free, donations are encouraged to support the gallery’s programs and initiatives.…
Having moved to the Comox Valley less than two years ago from a different province, I continue to be amazed at the lushness of our surroundings and the abundance and variety of flowering plants and trees. Spring is a spectacular time to drive into Comox and be surrounded by blooms, smiling faces, and sunshine on the water, with snow-capped mountains in the distance. This really is a special place.…
Get ready to mark your calendar for our upcoming AGM and other important dates!
Spring is here, the daffodils are blooming, and we are all emerging from our winter cocoons. We hope your hibernation has been a creative one, because at the Pearl Ellis Gallery there are lots of opportunities to show your work.…
Membership Renewal: As February winds down, many of you have already renewed your memberships for 2024. If you haven’t already, did you know you can now conveniently register and make your payment online? Explore the updated list of membership benefits.…
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Annual Member Survey. The survey offers valuable perspectives to shape future strategies and address community needs. We had 51 respondents, accounting for 21% of December 2023's membership. Key findings are as follows:…