The Vancouver Visual Art Foundation (VVAF) is a non-profit organization that produces events and programs in British Columbia (BC), strengthening the cultural sector and connecting visual art to the community. VVAF celebrates and supports visual artists and art initiatives with a focus on providing access to the arts through community-based events, festivals, exhibitions, and classes.
Our vision is to create premiere events and a signature destination that brings global awareness to the visual arts. By hosting local and international attendees, we will cultivate a positive and supportive environment that encourages artists and the public to express themselves unconditionally.
570 Granville St #900, Vancouver, BC V6C 3P1
6046827301
Tell us about your organization:
What kinds of installation setup does your space have to offer?
N/A
Are there artists from specific regions that you are interested in showcasing?
Local Artists
Regional Artists
National
International
Is there a specific medium/genre of art making that your organization focuses on?
Contemporary Art
Indigenous Art
Media Art
Public Art
Sculptural
Socially Engaged (that takes place outside of the traditional white-walled gallery)
Are you a member of CARFAC?
No
Does your organization have a membership(s) that artists can join?
Yes
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
Do you have an active relationship with the local First Nations and Indigenous communities?
We have invited First Nations and Indigenous artists to participate in events, programs, and to exhibit at the gallery.
Do you have a diversity strategy, anti-racism or decolonization statement in place and can it be found on your website?
Yes
What are your current actions and future commitments to build or maintain your relationship with the First Nations and Indigenous artists and community?
We celebrate and acknowledge Indigenous artists during National Indigenous History Month and on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We provide media coverage and career support through out the year.
Are you aware of Indigenous Protocols for the visual arts in your community?
Yes
Do you offer land acknowledgements?
Yes, during events and programs
Yes, on our website
Email signatures
Are there specific power dynamics that your organization has identified? And what are your current actions to address them?
N/A
Is your organization accessible via any of the following?
Elevators
Image and/or video descriptions for in person content
Map of space with room/hallway dimensions
Wheelchair accessibility
What opportunities do you offer for emerging artists?
Exhibitions
Mentorships
Workshops
Exhibitions with partners, further career opportunities, grant aid
Submission Process
How does your exhibition selection process work?
Submissions to a Programming Committee/Jury
Requests for Proposals/Calls for Submissions/ Expression of Interest
Do you offer other methods or opportunities for artists to showcase their works?
Artist Talks
Art Markets/Fairs
Auctions
Community/Programming (ex: member shows)
Workshops
What supports do you provide for exhibiting artists?
Listings and newsletters
Social Media, Press Releases, Printed Marketing Material (ex. Catalogue, Transit Shelter ad)
CARFAC Fees
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for exhibitions?
Performance
Exhibition in other public places
Work in public
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for digital programming?
N/A
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for non-commercial reproductions?
N/A
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for commercial reproductions?
N/A
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for artist professional services?
Presentation and consultation fees
Preparation fees
Installation fees
Other Offered Support for Artists
What accessibility supports do you have for artists?
Ramps
Grant Writing Support
Alternative Submission Methods (ex: video submissions vs written, etc)
Consultations
What ways do you compensate artists?
Artwork Sales and Commissions
CARFAC Fees (https://carfac-raav.ca)
Gallery Shop Sales
Honourariums