TAS: The Art of People

Aug 13,2020 - Aug 18, 2020

348 Water Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1E5 Canada

Showcasing the work of local emerging artists, TAS: Art to the People is the first of a series of Pop Ups around Vancouver by The Art Shop. This first Pop Up by TAS presents our roster of Artists. Located in the historic and prominent area of Gastown, the work of local artists is brought front and centre to the people of Vancouver. Facilitating the acknowledgement and relationship with the talent and creatives of the City, TAS: Art to the People supports our mission to contribute to the artistic culture of Vancouver as an identity recognized for representing artists in a novel way and for providing diverse opportunities for people to relate to art and artists.

Participating Artists:
Natalie Reynolds
Katherine Duclos
Erin Harrison
Lydia Cecilia
Ben Evely
Aaron Moran
Kalvin Valko
Cole Maier
Kira Dhillon
River Miller
Amelia Earhart
Matt Hanns
Justine Crawford
Jennifer Klukas


WHAT ARE TAS POP UPS?

TAS Pop ups are temporary exhibitions of local emerging artists that take place in different locations and areas of Vancouver, with the aim of bringing art to the people to experience in an accessible and inviting way. Each pop up showcases the work of different artists, some are TAS Artists, and others are honorary guests. TAS selects the artists for each pop up depending on the curatorial theme of the show, presenting the idea to the artists who then create new work or show previous artworks that align with the curation. The curatorial underpinning hopes to be an accessible entry point for those interested in art but who find its presentation to be too pretentious or intimidating, presenting themes that are relatable and allowing the voice of the artist to be the front and center of the exhibition.