A Visual Treat in Vancouver
Art is always something that we have to celebrate. It’s not always that easy to understand, but we can easily see the effort that went into its creation. And of course, once we see that, we can see the real beauty that goes into each piece.
These were the words playing in my mind as I entered Vancouver Art Gallery. I was immediately greeted by a massive exhibition — the gallery’s biggest ever. It’s called “MashUp: The Birth of Modern Culture”. With almost 400 works by more than a hundred artists, the exhibit took up four floors. It was amazing, sending the viewer into a tour all the way up to the early 1900s. In my opinion, the exhibit pushed the word “mash up” to its limits — but it was a real treat!
The works started with 21st century art in the ground floor. This area showcases various digital and media technologies. There is even a section that combines different dance styles with fashion. The visuals were backed up by old music, making the exhibit very immersive. True to the entire exhibition’s “mash up” theme, there are also pieces that splice different artworks together, essentially making a visual remix.
The exhibit goes backwards in time up to Picasso on the gallery. The gallery also has pieces from different museums all around the world. They said it took 30 curators to create the entire exhibition.
Perhaps the young ones of today can relate most with the giant black-and-white mural of emojis and text. It is between the second and first floors, and is interestingly called “Untitled”. It is said to be a critic of how much the current generation accepts and uses these cultures.
Another interesting exhibit can be seen in the museum from June to October. None other than the famous cubist Pablo Picasso takes the center stage. And the exhibition is not just all about Picasso’s works — it also explores the painter and his interesting love life. Aptly entitled “The Artist and his Muses”, the works shows viewers stories of the six women who have been called his “muses” (lovers or wives).
The exhibition emphasizes how much Picasso drew inspiration from women, even on top of other sources. It is interesting to see how these women played a role in Picasso’s growth. Each of the paintings exhibited in the gallery fetch millions of dollars in price. There was also a screen in the middle of the exhibit where viewers can watch how Picasso painted.
The Vancouver Art Gallery is a whirlwind of visual treats, and it doesn’t really take an art critic to see how exciting the experience is. I really enjoyed taking a peek at the different representations of art throughout the years. It is also interesting how the entire experience is far from how the public sees it. It is not all about looking into frames and trying to puzzle out what the works mean. Vancouver Art Gallery changes that by including technology and highly relatable pieces for everyone to enjoy.
How stinking neat is that?! I would LOVE to visit there! It looks like it would be hours of fun!
Beautiful. Just beautiful! I absolutely love spending time in art galleries. I’ve never had the chance to see the Vancouver gallery, but it’s on my list.
That looks like such an amazing gallery! If I ever go to Canada I will have to check it out!
what a truly visual feats for the eyes- I think my kids would actually enjoy this exhibit because it has a real modern flavor and is art that they can relate to- as for me- I would go GAGA for all of it.
Wow, those are some gorgeous pictures! I have never been to Vancouver but I do hope to make it there one day.
The art work is breath taking. I can imagine walking into one of those rooms and feeling like I’ve walked into another world.
This gallery sounds so cool. I’d love to visit and learn more about Picasso’s paintings and his technique.
Wow looks amazing!! I would love to see this one day!
I enjoy visiting galleries! These artworks are brilliants! Love the virtual remix!
Now that is one really neat place to visit! I’ve been wanting to visit more museums (I don’t visit nearly enough) and this will definitely be going on my must see list!
Whoa! These photos are amazing so I can imagine the Vancouver Art Gallery is even more awesome in person. I havent been to Vancouver yet but this post makes me want to go and see it for myself!
It would be so cool seeing some of the pieces on display. It seems like they hold some really interesting exhibitions at this gallery.
Really amazing paints
I love to go here! Looks fun and interesting.
Wow! Beautiful photos and text! Thank you for sharing
So pretty, breathtaking and the art is something beautiful. Hope to one day be able to come and see for myself
This place looks amazing. I have not been to as many art galleries as I would like to go to but this one would make my list.
That’s such a beautiful gallery! The staircase is to die for!
This is soooo cool! I really wish I either lived closer or had the time to make a trip there. You are really lucky to have visited!
Great photos! I haven’t been to Vancouver yet but when I go I’ll definitely be checkin out this Gallery!
An exhibition this big is something you simply cannot miss. It’s amazing how big some of the paintings are! It’s going to be quite an experience!
This exhibit is stunning. Seeing a retrospective an artist’s work, especially in an artist like Picasso, is a rare treat and something to be enjoyed.
Vancouver is one of my fave places. I’d love to see this exhibition.
I loved visiting art galleries when I was in college. Looking at the masterpieces of great artists fill me with an overwhelming sense of awe. I wish I could do more of this activity, however, there are so many things that keep me preoccupied these days. I really have to make time to go visit art galleries again.
Woahh, this is amazing! I love art. I should put more galleries on my bucket list…
This gallery is breathtaking! I wanna go there one day to see these awesome art!
Art is complex, yet sophisticated, and it always incorporate many perspectives (different individuals, different perspectives). Also, it is hard to define. By the way, this gallery is amazing!! I always love to visit art galleries.
Oh my gosh! How beautiful! Next time I am on the West coast I will be checking out this art gallery.
When I was a child, Picasso is one of the artists that I am looking up to. What an awesome gallery.