Kelowna Commercial Galleries

Established in 1984, Tutt Street Gallery is a recognized dealer of original fine art -- representing regional, national and international artists whose works can be found in private, corporate, and government collections, in Canada and abroad. The gallery extends a warm welcome to art enthusiasts and experienced collectors. Tues to Fri 10 am - 5 pm, Sat 10 am - 4 pm or by appt.

Established in l986, this friendly, informal gallery has a reputation for exemplary standards and offers original artwork by local and nationally-known artists. Preservation framing and a wide selection of giclée on canvas. Worldwide shipping. Browsers welcome. Coffee is always on. Tues to Fri 10 am - 5 pm, Sat 10 am - 4 pm or by appt.

Okanagan's major contemporary art gallery, Sopa Fine Arts prides itself on providing an ever-changing selection of contemporary art from leading international artists, with new exhibitions opening the first Thursday each month. Sopa features high calibre, original and innovative artworks; in the media of painting, sculpture, and assemblage. Tues to Sat 11 am - 5 pm, Sun noon - 4 pm or by appointment.

The gallery shows original paintings in oil and acrylic, giclées, soapstone, and glass sculptures, by well-established artists from the Okanagan, Britsh Columbia and across Canada. Their work is a visual cornucopia of colour, style, medium and technique. Specializing in preservation quality framing using only conservation and museum-standard products. Mon to Fri 10 am - 5 pm, Sat 10 am - 4 pm.

Established in 1964, the Hambleton has provided a showcase for leading Canadian artists whose works grace many national and international private and corporate collections. At their new location, owners Stewart and Tracy Turcotte offer investment art opportunities to their clientele and have added ceramics, and bronze sculpture to complement the paintings. Tues to Sat 10 am - 5:30 pm.

The gallery has a stunning selection of Northwest Coast wood carvings including ceremonial masks, totem poles, talking sticks, plaques and bentwood-style boxes. Also stone carvings, hand-carved gold and silver jewellery, original paintings and limited edition prints both contemporary and traditional. Mon to Sat 10 am - 5:30 pm (Summer only: also Sun 11 am - 4 pm).

One of the finest collections of bronze sculptures in Canada also features paintings, wall sculptures, medals, installations and sculptures in a wide variety of materials by internationally-acclaimed artist Geert Maas. His work is admired in public, corporate and private art collections worldwide. Admission by donation. Daily informal hours, usually 10 am - 5 pm, or by apppointment.

To an emerging artist a good gallery is the door to realization, evolution and the community. To an art lover, it is the beginning of a beautiful relationship. Jody LaFontaine, owner of the Barn Gallery, nurtures both artist and collector in a relaxed country setting featuring Okanagan original art. Open Victoria Day (May) to Thanksgiving (October), Fri to Sun 10 am - 5 pm or by appt.

Offers an eclectic mix of national and internationally acclaimed artists. Enjoy the works of several talented artists in a relaxed and informed environment. Other highlights include stone carvings, Raku pottery, and beautiful glassworks. In the Rotary Centre for the Arts, opposite Prospera Place. Tues to Fri noon - 5 pm, Sat 11 am - 4 pm, or by appt.

Ritchcraft exhibits local art and offers over 25 years of experience in framing pictures.

The Bronze Rooster contains a variety of works from mostly Canadian artists. Paintings, bronze and stone sculptures, native carving and pottery are just a few of the artisic mediums on display here.

Sopa Fine Arts is a contemporary fine art gallery located in Kelowna, BC. Specializing in original work with a special interest in abstraction, Sopa Fine Arts is located in 2600 square feet of gallery space in the vibrant South Pandosy shopping village.

Marc Houde's has been a full time artist in the Okanagan area since 1988. His specialty is wildlife and western drawings.

Featuring Local art, limited edition prints, posters and more. Custom framing, plaque mounting and dry mounting are also offered. Stop by Viewcreast and peruse the wide range of gifts available.

The Grand Gallery has a large collection of oil paintings, watercolours, pottery, glass and other works from regional artists. The gallery is located in the Grand Hotel and Convention Centre. Exhibits are updated regularily and some artists offer custom orders.

Weber Gallery is located at 231 Bernard Avenue in downtown Kelowna - "Across from the Sails". It features the work of approximately 20, mostly local, artists, including the paintings of owner/artist Dennis Weber. Specializing in original art, hours of operation are 10-5 Tues to Fri, 10-4 Saturday.

An eclectic gift studio featuring local art, clothing and linens by April Cornell, jewellery and cards. In the cozy restaurant, feast on Singapore noodles or a spinach and feta quiche; entrées $7-$12. Voted best independent women's clothing and best place to eat and listen to live music by readers of Okanagan Life (1999). Live music every Friday night until 10 p.m. Open Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Next to Bellevue Creek, across from St. Andrew's Church.