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Richmond Arts Coalition
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Your non-profit Arts Voice for Richmond, BC, Canada.
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Hello! We are the Richmond Arts Coalition, a volunteer-led, non-profit, non-partisan voice for artists and the arts in Richmond, BC, Canada. We aim to connect artists to opportunities, to connect audiences to artists, and to be an informed voice for the arts community.
Our Featured Member: Jamal Sabri!
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A RAC member born in Baghdad, Iraq, 1957. Click the link to see more!
Jamal Sabri - Richmond Arts Coalition
Acrylics and Ink
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February 11, 2026 at 12:27 AM
Our Featured Member: The Richmond Singers!

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The Richmond Singers are preparing for a family-friendly spring concert on May 24 at Fraserview Church in Richmond, featuring the Vancouver mens’ choir, The Squares...
The Richmond Singers - Richmond Arts Coalition
A 55 Voice Women’s Choir
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February 4, 2026 at 1:07 AM
Our Featured Member: Linda Barnes!
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Statement:
I am an Arts supporter – not an artist! RAC members and artists in general could not get along without people like me! – that’s my line but you can use it. To be Arts Supporter...
Linda Barnes - Richmond Arts Coalition
Supporter of the Arts, Former RAC Chairperson, RAC Founding Member
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January 21, 2026 at 1:28 AM
Our Featured Member: Cinevolution Media Arts!

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Cinevolution is a grassroots, women-led, migrant-driven film and media arts organization. With diverse programming ranging from site-specific installations to hands-on workshops to experimental screenings...
Cinevolution Media Arts Society - Richmond Arts Coalition
Film and New Media Networks
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January 14, 2026 at 3:07 AM
We are proud to announce the three ArtRich 2025 People's Choice Award recipients, as chosen by votes made by visitors to the gallery!

Paper Cat by Jean Huang
Meeting Online by Craig Kelpin
Tastes of Hong Kong: Afternoon Tea Special & Street Snacks by Maggie Lai K.W.

Congratulations!
January 9, 2026 at 12:40 AM
Our Featured Member: Adriele Au!

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Reinventing how one views common everyday objects and using traditional art mediums in unconventional ways are constant concerns in Au’s artistic practice...
Adriele Au - Richmond Arts Coalition
Reinventing Everyday Objects
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January 7, 2026 at 2:04 AM
The Richmond Seniors 55+ Art Exhibition

From now until early March, in the Richmond Cultural Centre Annex (7660 Minoru Gate). Check it out!

This exhibition features: Anne Primeau, ARGH!!, Bharti Jain, Duncan Bruce Allardyce, Jennifer Ng, Kirby Wang, Patti Tan, Sigi Stobie, and Yue Baoyu.
January 2, 2026 at 3:01 AM
Our featured member: Fanny Ip!

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Born in Hong Kong and immigrating to Canada in 1992, Fanny Ip has long been captivated by the beauty and harmony of Chinese watercolor painting. Her interest in the art form began during her childhood...
Fanny Ip - Richmond Arts Coalition
Chinese Watercolor Artist
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December 31, 2025 at 2:26 AM
A reminder: ArtRich 2025 is still on display at the Richmond Art Gallery, until January 4th! Incredible artwork by 49 local artists.

Richmond Art Gallery holiday hours:
Dec 24 & 31: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Dec 25,26,28, January 1: CLOSED
Dec 27, 29, 30, January 2-4: regular

photo credit: Julian Rozental
December 23, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Our Featured Member: Robin G White!

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Artist Statement:
Drawing and painting have been an exciting challenge for me for many years. Joseph Wong, my first drawing teacher, was instrumental in awakening what was a passion unknown to me at the time...
Robin G. White - Richmond Arts Coalition
Visual artist
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December 23, 2025 at 6:05 AM
Our Featured Member: Marcato Youth Community Band!

The Marcato Youth Community Band is completing its tenth year as a band for children and youth who love to pursue playing concert band music outside of their classes at school...

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Marcato Youth Community Band - Richmond Arts Coalition
A Band for Children and Youth
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December 16, 2025 at 3:42 AM
Tomorrow, Saturday, December 13th, 3:30pm-6:30pm: Songs in the Snow!

Free musical performances, free crafts, free hot cocoa, and have a merry time! Stop by any time!

Steveston Town Square Park (3811 Moncton Street)

PERFORMER AND ARTIST LINE-UP: richmondartscoalition.com/news/songs-i...
December 13, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Newly featured by our Media Channel: Sana Biden!

"My artistic journey reflects a lifelong exploration of light, color, and material..."

Check out the short Artist Showcase video here: youtu.be/Owr6Frk8Yn0
RAC Artist Showcase: Sana Biden
YouTube video by Richmond Arts Coalition
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December 5, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Songs in the Snow is this Saturday! (And the next one!)

RAC and the SHS are incredibly excited to welcome incredible performers, artists, and YOU to celebrate the spirit of the season with us!

Check out the full list of performers and artists here: richmondartscoalition.com/news/songs-i...
December 4, 2025 at 1:05 AM
A kind article on ArtRich 2025!

"Appreciative crowds attended the excellent, well managed opening night reception. This event featured brilliant works of art, live music performed by a talented young harpist, a beverage bar and tasty treats. "

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Out and About: Black Friday brings colourful exhibition to Richmond
ArtRich runs at the Richmond Art Gallery until Jan. 4, 2026
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December 1, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Our Featured Member: Steve Bridger!

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Steve Bridger grew up in Vancouver and moved to Richmond’s Slough District over forty years ago. He painted from childhood, exploring many aspects of two dimensional art, and also studied at Emily Carr...
Steve Bridger - Richmond Arts Coalition
Painter
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November 20, 2025 at 4:14 AM
Artist Call for Richmond Seniors (55+):
RAC Cornerspace Exhibitions

Form to apply:
richmondartscoalition.com/cornerspaceexhibition

Deadline: November 23

With kind support from the Richmond Community Foundation, we are excited to launch a new artist call for the Cornerspace Art Exhibition space.
RAC Cornerspace Exhibitions - Artist Call - Richmond Seniors 55+ - Richmond Arts Coalition
RAC Cornerspace Exhibitions – Artist Call – Richmond Seniors 55+ Deadline to apply: November 23, 2025 With kind and welcome...
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November 13, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Richmond Children’s Arts Festival Artist Call! Deadline to Apply: November 14th, 2025. Are you interested in facilitating a class or workshop, showcasing your work through performance, or giving a demonstration? We’d love to hear from you!
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Richmond Children's Arts Festival - Artist Call - Richmond Arts Coalition
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November 12, 2025 at 4:56 AM
Our Featured Member: Susan Skemp!

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Susan’s career has taken her worldwide. Susan was a guest entertainer for Princess Cruises, the female lead at the Diamond Horseshoe for Tokyo Disneyland, and starred in “Escandola,” a musical revue in Europe...
Susan Skemp - Richmond Arts Coalition
Singer and Performer
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November 11, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Richmond Children’s Arts Festival:
Call for Performers, Demonstrators, Workshop-Leaders, and Interactive Art Exhibitors!

Deadline to Apply: November 14th, 2025

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November 6, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Richmond Children’s Arts Festival:
Call for Performers, Demonstrators, Workshop-Leaders, and Interactive Art Exhibitors!

Deadline to Apply: November 14th, 2025

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Artists will receive compensation for services.
October 30, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Our Featured Member: Richmond Potters' Club!

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The Richmond Potters’ Club is a non-profit community organization which brings together a diverse group of potters whose goals are to develop their artisan skills and promote ceramic arts in Richmond.
Richmond Potters' Club - Richmond Arts Coalition
Promoting Ceramic Arts
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October 26, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Richmond Children’s Arts Festival – Artist Call!

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Call for Performers, Demonstrators, Workshop-Leaders, and Interactive Art Exhibitors!

Deadline to Apply: November 14th, 2025
Richmond Children's Arts Festival - Artist Call - Richmond Arts Coalition
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October 24, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Today is the final day for performer / arts activity submissions for Songs in the Snow!

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Artist Call - Songs in the Snow 2025 - Richmond Arts Coalition
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October 19, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Our Culture Days relief printing activity is around until Sunday, outside the Cornerspace in the Richmond Cultural Centre Annex (7660 Minoru Gate). Check it out!
October 10, 2025 at 11:29 PM