Works of HeART Show

The Works of HeART Project is encouraging EVERYONE EVERYWHERE to make a difference by utilizing their creative and artistic talents to spread kindness, promote inclusion, and take a stand against bigotry and bullying. This Vancouver Island-based group has joined forces with the Nanaimo Arts Council to host an impactful, multimedia art exhibition called the 'Works of HeART Show'. This is no ordinary exhibit. It comes with a powerful reminder that racism and intolerance are still prevalent today and must be continually challenged. The premise of this dynamic exhibit is based on Chief Dan George's quote; "The heart never knows the colour of the skin." A tribute to 'Universal Human Rights Month', it celebrates equality, diversity and multiculturalism, through an eclectic blend of art, music and video. In the spirit of inclusiveness, the public is invited to be part of the exhibit by painting a heART on the gallery wall! You may also vote for your three favourite art pieces and, thereby, help the artists win prizes for their work. The exhibition runs from December 4 to January 6, Monday to Friday, 9 to 5, at the 78 Wharf Street Gallery in Nanaimo. It will be a 'Christmas gift' to the public, so admission will be free - from their heart to yours. If you are interested in discovering more about the show and this creative, humanitarian project, while meeting the artists, enjoying theatrical performance and multicultural music, you are invited to an Opening Reception on Friday, December 7, from 6 to 8 pm at the gallery. (Corner of Commercial and Wharf Street underneath Mon Petit Choux Bakery.) The 'HeART Wall' will be up by then for anyone wanting to contribute their own design! Food and refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP to worksofheartproject@outlook.com by December 3rd. Find out more about this 'kindness movement' at worksofheartproject.com or facebook.com/worksofheartproject.