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Sep 2, 2023 2 min read

SSNAP 2023/24 Finalist Websites and Social Media Accounts

If you are a SSNAP 2023/24 finalist and you would like to update your website or social media information, please contact us.…

Sep 7, 2023 2 min read

SSNAP 2023/24 Calendar of Events

SSNAP Exhibition Saturday Sept 23 – Monday Oct 23 inclusive 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Mahon Hall, 114 Rainbow Rd, Salt Spring…
Sep 3, 2023 1 min read

Preview interviews SSNAP 2023/24 juror Helga Pakasaar.

Read the interview titled “SSNAP: A Juror’s Point of View” on page 42 of Sept-Oct 2023 Preview Magazine.
Jul 19, 2023 2 min read

Announcing the Parallel Art Show 2023/24 Finalists

The PAS finalists’ works will be exhibited on Salt Spring Island September 23 to October 22. Prizes will be awarded at the…
Jul 18, 2023 2 min read

Announcing the SSNAP 2023/24 Finalists

The finalists’ works will be exhibited on Salt Spring Island September 23 to October 23. Prizes will be awarded at the SSNAP…
Jul 7, 2023 0 min read

SSNAP 2023/24’s Submissions
Jun 19, 2023 1 min read

Volunteer opportunity: SSNAP Billeting Coordinator

The Billeting Coordinator role is integral to the success of the exhibition. By ensuring that visiting artists have secure and comfortable accommodation,…
Jun 8, 2023 2 min read

Farewell to Loretta

Loretta and her partner Lewis moved to Salt Spring Island to pursue their interests in art. Loretta’s interests in the visual arts…
Jun 6, 2023 2 min read

PUSH exhibit and panel explore fine art and craft

Last weekend (19-20 May 2023) saw the fundraiser exhibition for the Salt Spring National Arts Prize with an exhibition devoted to Fine…
Apr 29, 2023 7 min read

How To Write a Great Artist Statement Part 2

In Part 1, we reviewed what makes an effective artist statement. Remember that an artist statement should: Cleary communicate important ideas about…
Feb 24, 2023 2 min read

SSNAP 2024 Artist Residency details announced

This residency enables the recipient to pursue their practice in a supportive, concentrated, community-based atmosphere on Salt Spring Island, BC. Salt Spring…
Feb 16, 2023 6 min read

How to write a great artist’s statement

Part 1 of 2 If you are submitting your artwork to an art contest — like the Salt Spring National Art Prize…
Feb 13, 2023 2 min read

Contract Opportunity: Show Manager for Parallel Art Show

Show Manager Duties The Show Manager is responsible for the smooth operations of the PAS gallery and the safety of all gallery…