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Colours of Nelson update!
The Colours of Nelson: a Mural Project is inspired by the love of public art and the desire to see more murals of diverse styles in the city of Nelson, through a process that invites the community to collaborate and taps into it's rich creative voice and collective imagination. As the idea for this project grows, community organizations and artists Read full article »
CALL FOR ENTRY: Artists / Cultural Venues
Nelsonʼs premier arts festival is back for its 24th year. ArtWalk is calling for applications from emerging and professional artists to display original work in downtown venues in an eight-week extravaganza beginning July 6th. The artist application can be printed off from our website at www.ndac.ca - Artists can now read the guidelines on the Website and start to get their portfolios ready. The deadline for applications is May 30, 2012.
Rebuilding the Arts Council in Nelson, BC
Are you interested in expanding your skills with working in a Team? Want an amazing opportunity to learn, grow and serve your local Arts community? Want to participate in teambuilding and development workshops for Free? Thanks to an upcoming 6-month CKCA project grant to rebuild our Nelson & District Arts Council, we are now embarking on a journey to create a Read full article »
ArtWalk 2012 Call for Volunteers
ArtWalk 2012 is a go. Local businesses become galleries and you will have the opportunity to buy local art. NDAC anticipates at least 30 artists and 20 venues this year. The call for Artists will go out soon but in the meantime, Artists can address their questions to artwalk@ndac.ca right now. This event has become a tradition in our town Read full article »
Great community turnout!
Thanks to Everyone who came to the Roundtable Discussion on Friday, March 9th at the Nelson District Youth Centre for the Colors of Nelson: a mural project. There were over 35 attendees and everyone had a chance to express ideas about public art in Nelson and the upcoming mural at the abutment of the 'Big Orange Bridge' facing Lakeside Park. Read full article »