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CARFAC BC is the voice of visual artists in beautiful British Columbia. We are here to be the advocate and spokesperson for visual arts rights and concerns in British Columbia. https://carfacbc.ca/
To help find rates that apply to specific situations, the Minimum Fee Schedule has four sections!
Learn more in our Toolkit for Professional Visual Artists:
www.carfacbc.ca/s/Working-Th...
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Post a tree you photographed
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sleeping bag on a camp cot containing an embroidered forest fire
I am excited to get new photos by Ted Clarke of my 4 sleeping bags "Dormir à la Belle Étoile" I've put them up on my website. With the lack of snow in the mountains this winter, I dread fires season even more.... bettinamatzkuhn.ca/gear
09.02.2026 17:48 — 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0Community Connect is member-driven, and you decide what we discuss. These events are to build a sense of community among members. We’re here for you! 2/2
#CARFAC #CARFACBC #bcartist #canadianartist #artistsupport #emergingartist #studentartist #professionalartist #bcarts #artsadvocacy #artsorg
This Friday! We’ve got your back, and we’re looking forward to connecting with you. Please RSVP for this free event: forms.gle/bFZSAEnH1cBg... through the link in our profile. If you’ve RSVPd to a previous Community Connect, you don’t need to RSVP again. 1/2
#artistrun #memberbenefits
Threads-weaving narratives
Metchosin art pod presents an exhibition delving into fibre and thread as both material and metaphor. Featuring CARFAC BC member Melanie Thompson!
metchosinartpod.ca
Find Black artists:
blackartistsunited.ca/about/
culturebrew.art
www.partial.gallery/directory?s=...
Visit the Black Arts Centre in Surrey:
theblackartscentre.ca/about/
Visit the Black Vancouver Library:
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Learn about Black history in BC:
bcblackhistory.ca
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Black Canadians are a vital part of our communities, and may not be newcomers by settler timelines. February is a great month to plan how you will support and celebrate Black artists year-round. If you don’t know where to start, we’ve got you! Peruse the resources below to learn more. 1/2
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#Kamloops - Details released as Kamloops prepares to organize 12th annual Family Day Festival cfjctoday.com/2026/02/08/d...
09.02.2026 17:44 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
embroidered landscape with fireweed and cottonwoods
Where's the Lake? Kluane Lake YT is receding due to many factors caused by climate warming. Pretty, but not normal. Many knock on effects to fish and wildlife....and people #embroidery #handembroidery #yukon #climatechange
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As a member-driven organisation, CARFAC BC is dedicated to serving visual artists. We provide professional guidance, host live events, and advocate on behalf of BC artists. Your community is here for you! Join today: carfacbc.ca/join/
Thank you for being part of this community, Lawrie! 2/2
“I joined CARFAC BC because of their representation and advocacy for artists!”
-Lawrie Dignan 1/2
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Thank you geandy.bsky.social for pointing me to @deannaraybourn.bsky.social's delightful series, a wonderful escape these days.
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Thank you so much, Bob! If you have any suggestions or things you'd like to see in the Rural Artist Toolkit, please get in touch: bc@carfac.ca
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Our toolkits are a popular resource, helping experienced artists, emerging artists, galleries and exhibiting orgs, and local governments navigate the world of professional arts. Check them out here: www.carfacbc.ca/artist-toolk... 3/3
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Both of these toolkits are being developed with member input, so if you’d like to participate or if you have suggestions, please get in touch! 2/3
#emergingartist #studentartist #artistfee #exhibitfee #artexhibits #professionalartist #bcarts #artsadvocacy #artsorg #artistrun #memberbenefits
In 2025, we began the Rural Artist Toolkit in collaboration with CARFAC SK. We’re looking forward to continued work on this toolkit.
We also got approval for a Disabled Artist Toolkit. 1/3
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A Siege of Herons
30.01.2026 21:31 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0Rising rent costs and federal red tape have made it difficult for some of the smaller creators to remain.
Find more in our Toolkit for Local Governments: www.carfacbc.ca/s/Working-Th... 3/3
#artistfees #canadianartist #artistsupport #artistfee #exhibitfee #artexhibits #bcarts #artsadvocacy
Different cities have followed various models with varying degrees of success. Vancouver’s Granville Island was originally meant to transform an industrial area into a mix of retail shops and studios where artists and artisans could produce and sell their work. 2/3
#municipal #city #citycouncil
High housing prices, rental rates, and studio rents make it difficult for artists to live and work in many of B.C.’s cities and towns. Local governments will want to include ways to assist artists with housing and studios when developing comprehensive arts policies. 1/3
#CARFAC #CARFACBC #bcartist
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Thank you Bob! We're so glad to have you in this community!
29.01.2026 20:11 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Hiii I've been meaning to join Skylight for ages! So cool to see so many people on here. I'm a queer illustrator and artist based in Canada. 🇨🇦 🏳️🌈 🥰
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People often tell me “I’m not an artist”, “I can’t draw”, or “I’m just not a creative person”. And it honestly breaks my heart every time I hear it.
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