Are you a self-confessed art lover? Whistler is such a great place for art lovers because the beautiful scenery can spark inspiration for new art. But in addition to that, they also have a nice art scene that you would want to explore more. Here are the things that you can do in Whistler if you are into art:
1. Check out the art and cultural museums
First stop: the art museums. In Whistler Village, you can find Audain Art Museum. This has an impressive collection of art that focuses mostly on indigenous culture and historical pieces. There are also some contemporary pieces made by Canadian artists so it should provide you with a lot of interesting pieces to look at.
Check out Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre as well. This cultural center houses an Art gallery in Whistler that also centers on indigenous culture.
2. Check out the public art installations
Once you are done visiting a Whistler art gallery, you can check out the interesting art installations on the streets. There are a lot of sculptures and murals that you can check out. These murals are also made by locals. One good example is the Intraterrestrial sculpture made by James Stewart.
3. Visit the artisan markets
The artisan markets also showcase the creativity of local artists. There are works of upcoming artists there that you might like. You can also find hidden gems in the Whistler Farmer’s Market.
It’s good to know that the art scene in Whistler is very much alive. Both local and international artists strive to create a vibrant art scene.
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