It’s neither a surprise nor an exaggeration when UVic describes Ideafest as being about “ideas that can change everything.” This eighth-annual, week-long festival of research, art and innovation runs March 4-9, both on-and off-campus, and offers more...
There was certainly no shortage of Fine Arts news in 2018, given that we tracked nearly 300 local, national and international media stories about the creative activities of our faculty, alumni,students and staff . . . and those are just the stories we know...
Nothing says the holidays quite like a quiz—whether it’s focused on movies, carols or the roots of traditions, a holiday quiz has become a staple for mostpeople. With that in mind, the annual Art History & Visual Studies Christmas Quiz is back to challenge...
When Art History & Visual Studies professor Carolyn Butler-Palmer received an email from the Bank of Canada back in 2017, she didn’t put much stock in it. “To be honest, I thought it was a scam email,” she laughs, “but in factthey wanted to speak to...
The creative practice of Department of Visual Arts students and alumni are in the spotlight in a series of street-level artistic initiatives around Victoria right now —a number of which are sponsored by the City of Victoria itself. Hop on your bike or plan...
Visit us today to immerse yourself in one of the most dynamic and beloved eras in the history of art. "French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950" is now on view through May 20. Don't miss the opportunity to discover masterpieces by some of the most celebrated artists of our time right here in Vancouver! Get...
Great evening featuring UVic Writing alumni Ali Blythe & Kayla Czaga reading from their new work, hosted by fellow alum & current City of Victoria Poet Laureate John Barton — and they're also launching new books! Hosted by those great supporters of the local literary community, Munro's Books. UVic...
