What is a Potlatch?

What is a Potlatch?

Enforcer of Potlatch Systems Mask by Charlie Johnson What is a potlatch? For those who are not familiar, a potlatch is a centuries-old ceremonial practice that is integral to the...
Double Your Donation and Win! Food Bank Drive Extended to December 31st

Double Your Donation and Win! Food Bank Drive Extended to December 31st

DOUBLE YOUR DONATION and WIN! Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery pledges to match donations to the Comox Valley Food Bank up to a total value of $5,000.00. One lucky donor will win a Gift Bag valued at over $250.00.
Graphic of Haida artist Darrell White carving argillite, a Gold Bear bracelet, and a yew wood pendant

Miniatures of the Northwest Coast

Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery Presents the Exhibition Miniatures of the Northwest Coast September 1st – December 31st, 2021   Artists: Darrell White (Haida), Ron Russ (Haida), Kevin...
Calvin Hunt | Artist Studio Tour | June 2021

Calvin Hunt | Artist Studio Tour | June 2021

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day by joining us for an inspiring behind-the-scenes tour of Calvin Hunt's studio and carving shed in Tsax̱is (Fort Rupert), Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Calvin offers us...
Road to Recovery: Island art gallery carves out success amid pandemic

Road to Recovery: Island art gallery carves out success amid pandemic

Thanks to CHEK News and Douglas Magazine for featuring the gallery on their 'Road to Recovery' Series. In this edition of Road to Recovery with Douglas Magazine, CHEK's Kori Sidaway...
Help us promote Northwest Coast Indigenous Art and Vote!

Help us promote Northwest Coast Indigenous Art and Vote!

We at Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery are thrilled to announce that we’ve been nominated for the ‘Best Innovation’ Small Business BC award. Vote and help us to...
Spirits of the West Coast wins the Innovative Business Award 2020!

Spirits of the West Coast wins the Innovative Business Award 2020!

We are thrilled to announce that our gallery has won the ‘Innovative Business Award’ at the Comox Valley’s 2020 Chamber Awards Gala !  Thank you all for your support and...
New! "Try Before You Buy" Technology - View Art in Your Space with ArtPlacer.

New! "Try Before You Buy" Technology - View Art in Your Space with ArtPlacer.

We are continuing to introduce new and innovative ways to help you visualize Northwest Coast Art in your own space. You can now "Try Before You Buy" a range of our limited...
Support our Comox Valley Home for the Holidays Food Bank Drive and Fundraiser and Win a Prize valued at over $500!

Support our Comox Valley Home for the Holidays Food Bank Drive and Fundraiser and Win a Prize valued at over $500!

This year has been one of the most challenging and difficult years for families and food banks across Canada. During these unprecedented times this pandemic has meant limited travel, reduced...
Spirits of the West Coast Adapts to COVID-19 Pandemic with New Virtual Technologies

Spirits of the West Coast Adapts to COVID-19 Pandemic with New Virtual Technologies

 In a first for Vancouver Island, a Comox Valley gallery featuring First Nations Northwest Coast Art and Jewellery is delivering their newest exhibition I’TUSTO—Rising Again: Calvin Hunt and Karver Everson...
I'TUSTO: Rising Again - Calvin Hunt and Karver Everson - Exhibition and Sale

I'TUSTO: Rising Again - Calvin Hunt and Karver Everson - Exhibition and Sale

Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery is honoured to present I’TUSTO Rising Again, featuring a wide selection of Northwest Coast Art by internationally renowned artist Calvin Hunt. Offering works...
We are excited to fully open our gallery again! Our COVID-19 Protocol is below.

We are excited to fully open our gallery again! Our COVID-19 Protocol is below.

We are pleased to confirm that the gallery is open to the public for regular business hours (Mon – Sat from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm).  As of August 25th 2021 masks are mandatory...