Art student explores gender dysphoria through Barbie’s form

The annual student art exhibition at North Island College in Comox Valley has wrapped up, and CHLY and CVOX met at the studio with one student to hear their experience of exhibiting their own work, a series titled “They”.

Change through metamorphosis reflected in Nanaimo street banners

With Spring around the corner, change is in the air and new banners will brighten up the streets of Nanaimo

Lauryn MackenzieMarch 20, 2025City of Nanaimo, Nanaimo, Art, street art

Local Nanaimo arts and culture group shares concerns about provincial funding

Following concerns about the lack of funding renewal to the B.C. Fairs, Festivals, and Events Fund, the B.C. government has announced a new event fund that a local Nanaimo arts organization says is not good enough.

Lauryn MackenzieMarch 17, 2025B.C. Fairs, Art, Arts, Arts and Culture, crime, Crimson Coast Dance

VIU student showcases the voices of the foster care system through art

A Vancouver Island University student is sharing the stories of people who were once in the foster care system and are now starting their post-secondary education journeys.

Lauryn MackenzieFebruary 14, 2025Foster care, Vancouver Island University, Art, Provincial Tuition Waiver

Local artist hosts community mural project to connect and reflect

As an ambassador for BC Culture Days, a local artist is hosting a community mural event in the hope of bringing community members from all walks of life together.

Lauryn MackenzieSeptember 19, 2024Nanaimo, Art, Bc Culture Days