UNDER $500
Unfortunately, due to taxation issues, we are unable to put the under $500 for sale in the online store this year. We apologize for any inconvience. Please come to the Penticton Art Gallery in person to view and make purchases. 199 Marina Way!
Thank you to all the talented artists who contributed to the annual Under $500 Exhibition and Sale in 2023! We would like to congratulate the following members of the "Red Dot Club" on their sales:
Alexandra Bain - Maria 5.2
Amanda Dagg - Splendor
Antonio Cangiano - Hazy Penticton
Barb Ferguson - Summer Bliss
Barb Ferguson - Wistful
Barb Hanington - Nanton Alberta
Carla Driscoll - Dancing Love
Carla Driscoll - Summer Bliss
Carol Munro - Birth
Cat Armstrong - Cassidy Kid
Cat Armstrong - Cricket
Cecilia Keilty - Changing the Course
Danielle Harshenin - Okanagan Vineyard 5
Dave Peterson - Led Zeppelin
Dave Peterson - Rock n'Roll Legends
Debbie Tougas - Honey I'm home
Diana Palmer - Dancing on the Moon Triptych
Dona Smithson - Rudolph II doodle doo
Emily Fitzowich - I Ate Too Many Starbursts and Now My Tummy Hurts
Heena Nagar - Free Spirited
Heena Nagar - Hummingbird finds her nectar
Jade Wheeler - Generations of Artist Inspiration
Jade Wheeler - Hearts Abyss
Jennifer Turnbull - Go With The Flow
Jesse Deuschle - Imperfect rose
Judy Hamilton - In Golden Wood
Judy Hamilton - Wood Song
Julie Brooks - Blue Breeze
June Byard - Sleepy Little Village
Kasey Moran - Let's Get Out of Here, Baby
Kathy Smith - Okanagan Landmarks
Kim K Gilmour - Baby It's Cold Outside
Kim K Gilmour - What?
Kirsten Robertson - Golden Hour
Kirsten Robertson - In the Apple Bin
Kristos Raftopoulos - Summer Skies
Kristine Lee - Fires of the Mountain
Laura Sylvester - Strawberry
Lauren Hamilton - Distant Farm
Liz Marshall - I Was Here #2
Margaret Dawson - Gems from the Vine
Marlene Aikins - The Cardinal's Lunch
Megan Traicheff - Waiting It Out
Nancy Archer - My Colourful World
Rebecca Stocker - Bride of Frankenstein's Bouquet
Robin Robertson - Yellow Bird
Shawna Pechanec - Stretching Forest
Stella Deuschle - Fresh Flowers
Stella Deuschle - Sparkle Car
Summer Blossom - Kyra Garfield
Suzanne Gwilliam - Yukon Grizzly
Talulah Deuschle - Sunset Moon
Tere Meyer - She Dreams of Wisdom
Tere Meyer - Woman and her Spirit
Tree Austman - British Columbia's Gate Beasts
Tree Austman - Cat at Dusk
Under $500 2023:
For 18 years running, the Penticton Art Gallery has been a steadfast patron of artistic ingenuity, inviting creatives from all walks of life, regardless of age or medium, to partake in a unique annual showcase and sale: the Under $500 Exhibition. This cherished event has not only grown in stature year after year but has also managed to capture the attention of artisans, crafters, and visual artists spanning the entire spectrum of British Columbia and even beyond. What makes this exhibition truly exceptional is the astounding breadth and diversity of the submitted artworks, encompassing everything from the creations of well-established artists to the first-time public exhibitions of emerging talents.
The Under $500 Exhibition promises something for everyone, regardless of their budget. Whether you're on the hunt for a heartfelt gift, a token of appreciation for a loved one, or that elusive perfect piece to add to your personal collection, this exhibition has you covered. The artwork on display is not only an aesthetic treat but also an investment in the art community's future.
This year's exhibition provides a unique opportunity to uncover a multitude of promising and dynamic artists whose work promises to not only adorn the spaces of those who acquire it, but also enrich their lives with each passing day. Whether you're an art collector or a creator yourself, the art you choose becomes a part of your personal history, a piece of your soul woven into your surroundings.
Collecting artwork from emerging artists also carries the power to transform lives. Your patronage enables these artists to continue painting, contributing to their growth and development. It's a symbiotic relationship, where both the artist and the collector benefit, and art takes center stage as the connector.
Excitement is building as the submission period unfolds, and artists from all over prepare to share their creative expressions with the world. This year's Under $500 Exhibition promises to be a remarkable journey through the diverse tapestry of artistic talent. Join us at the Penticton Art Gallery from November 18, 2023, to January 20, 2024, and explore the beauty of art on a budget. ◆
This is the perfect exhibition for you to score some fabulous local art for your collection.
Consider the many other benefits you can gain from collecting and living with original works of art:
Art Makes You Happy
One of the greatest benefits of living with art is that it provides you with positive feelings of happiness, lifting the moods of your family, friends, colleagues and other people who come in contact with it. A work of art has the power to evoke such a range of emotions and feelings that it can easily transform the mood of a room.
Art Makes You Sociable
A great work of art creates a unique opportunity for social interaction between you and everyone who comes into contact with it. A great work of art will also stimulate engaging conversation, build social connections, reduce isolation and make your home or office a far more stimulating place to live and work. A great work of art will also prompt and stimulate interesting conversations which can serve as an important ice breaker at parties and functions.
Visual Arts Reduce Stress
A work of art can increase one’s relaxation, inner calm, and enjoyment of life by reducing stress and helping one express their feelings, thoughts, and emotions which may have otherwise been impossible to communicate.