A special art exhibition that is showcased at the Vancouver Art Gallery called “SPOTLIGHT” is a collaboration between the Gallery and a non-profit program created and operated by the Gallery called Arts Rentals & Sales program. The purpose of the program was to help support up-and -coming artists based in British Columbia. The collaboration between the Gallery and program is incredible because the Gallery invites an artist from the program to showcase the skill and creativity by creating a mural on a feature wall that can be found at the Gallery’s lobby. The purpose of the project is to provide budding artists with the opportunity to express and introduce themselves to people entering the lobby of the Gallery.
SPOTLIGHT features the work of an artist named KC Hall, whose style is a modern touch on indigenous art. Hall’s style is formed by his experience in handwriting, lettering and graffiti skills that he has developed over the years. KC Hall is from Bella Bella, in Heiltsuk Nation territory on the Central Coast of BC. He is a descendant of the well-known Heiltsuk artist, Chief Robert Bell. The inspiration of his indigenous heritage can be seen in his work.
KC is recognized for his exceptional skills as an artist as he was awarded the Crabtree McLennan Emerging Artist Award by the BC Achievement Foundation. His unique ability to combine traditional Northwest Coast design elements with his own style brings a refreshing modern feel to his art. The mural that Hall has designed showcases the distinctness in his art and proves his potential to create intriguing art. The exhibition is sure to gain a lot of attention because the Gallery is displaying it for nearly a year. The last opportunity to experience the emerging artists’ work is on October 15th. Art by KC Hall is a free form of expression that can inspire people from different walks of life.