The Equinox Gallery at Commercial Street in Vancouver is still showcasing two great exhibitions by some very talented artists! One of the exhibitions that has been on display from September 10th and is coming to an end on October 15th,2022 is called, “A Painter’s Legacy.” It showcases the work of the late Canadian artist, Gordon Smith.
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His work was recognized internationally and the evolution of his art is on display for everyone to appreciate. Smith’s paintings can be described as an incredibly complex, layered and dense. Many people believe his work to be inspired by the beautiful Pacific Coast. This exhibit is a must-see for nature and art lovers! Visiting the Equinox before this exhibition comes to an end should be on everyone’s agenda.
Another reason to visit the Equinox before October 15th, is the exhibition of Angela Teng’s, “New Works.” As the title suggests, the work on display is some of Angela’s recent projects. Angela is a graduate from Emily Carr University of Art + Design. Angela’s unique approach in her artistic expression has to be witnessed in-person. Her exhibition is inspired by the history of craft and textiles. Needlepoint used to be a devalued form of art because it was associated with “women’s work.” Angela is bringing back one of the oldest forms of canvas work and she’s doing it with her own twist.
A project like this has many inspirational elements that Angela weaves together. This project began with a thrifting process. Angela had searched for unwanted needlepoint patterns and designs in clothes at different thrift stores to start the project. Needlepoint is one of the oldest forms of canvas work where colored yarn is stitched through a pre-planned design on an open weave canvas. Angela finds that the open texture allows her to create her own work based on the existing designs of the thrift store finds.