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An exclusive evening inside Parker Street Studios with one of Vancouver’s most beloved contemporary painters.

Each November, Vancouver’s Eastside Culture Crawl transforms the city’s East End into a vibrant maze of open studios, creative workshops, artist talks, and behind-the-scenes explorations. This year marks the 29th annual Crawl, a celebration of visual arts that draws tens of thousands of art lovers to the iconic neighbourhoods surrounding Strathcona, Clark Drive, and the Waterfront.

But before the crowds arrive, before the weekend buzz fills the four floors of Parker Street Studios, Canadian artist David Wilson is offering something exceptionally rare:

A quiet, private collector preview of his newest body of work.

And we’re inviting you inside.

Art collectors and enthusiasts, take heed! This article delves into the critical concern of safeguarding your valuable artwork from the potential dangers of fireplace heat and soot. Discover essential tips and precautions to ensure your art investment remains pristine, preserving both its monetary and sentimental worth.

LeRoy Jensen (1927-2005) moved to Salt Spring Island with his family in 1982. A figurative painter who excelled at capturing the essence of the spirit of the human female form, he was a member of the important Limners Group (active 1971-2008) of Victoria, British Colombia.