Outstanding news photography show comes to the Cowichan Valley The Cowichan Valley Arts Council (CVAC) is hosting a national photo exhibit, Best Pictures of the Year May 10 – June 6, representing the award winners and finalists picked by the News Photographers Association of Canada (https://npac.ca ). The 42 pieces represent the best images from professional photographers from Canadian Press, major newspapers and freelancers. Topics range from stock car racing to illegal immigrants crossing the border.
=0D=0A=“This will be the only chance for Island professionals and photography enthusiasts to see these images in a gallery setting,” said CVAC President Susan Down. “Those who enjoy photography will be inspired by the great storytelling power of these photos.”
=0D=0A=The show will be in a new 1,400-square-foot gallery in a central location in the community – the main floor Arbutus Gallery in the Island Savings Centre.
=0D=0A=About Us
=0D=0A=CVAC is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1971 to support arts and culture in the Cowichan Valley. It operates two art galleries in the Island Savings Centre: PORTALS and the new Arbutus Gallery. CVAC also organizes workshops, events and a youth outreach program.
=0D=0A=Contact: Susan Down, CVAC Board President at 250-634-3696 CVAC
=0D=0A=Location: 2687 James Street, Duncan, B.C. https://cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca/
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