'Touchstones' Farsi Exhibition Tour

Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, Touchstones, led in Farsi. Experience the incredible artwork & discover the stories behind it & the artists.
Free.
In 'Touchstone', artists Somayeh Fanaei, Alejandra Morales & Seoul Kim recontextualize traditional motifs, imagery & conventions from their respective cultures & countries of origin, to explore themes of identity & perception while creating connection their communities & wider world.
Somayeh Fanaei renders in pastel, beautiful portraits & still lifes using the colours & patterns of traditional Persian carpets as a recurring theme.
Alejandra Morales depicts colourful fruits & fabrics common in Mexico in vibrant & energetic acrylic & oil paintings.
Seoul Kim embraces the Koren folk art form of Minhwa, capturing florals in bright colours & elegant lines with ink & watercolour on rice paper.
Presented by West Vancouver Community Arts Council.
Supported by West Vancouver Community Foundation.