Those hungry for art still have time to check out The Vernon Community Potters’ Dishes for Dishes exhibition at the Vernon Community Arts Centre in Polson Park.
With funding from the Assembly of B.C. Arts Councils and support from The Arts Council of the North Okanagan, the unique show highlights 22 local artists paired with local food and/or chefs.
Patrons who attended the opening reception Feb. 16 saw works produced in clay, glass and fibre and also paintings, drawings and photographs all celebrating the wealth of local food.
“Some artists matched with local chefs to create masterpiece foods to suit that particular dish,” said Patricia Doyle of Bella Vista Glass, who is participating in the event. “That dish was then photographed and returned to the show.”
Other artists contacted local food producers in order to design their pieces.
“It is hoped this is the first of many events highlighting the wealth and benefits of locally produced art and food, and how they add a richness to our sense of community,” said Doyle.
Chefs and businesses who eagerly embraced the project include Ross Derrick and David Colombe from Sparkling Hill Resort, Barbara Harder-Lutz, Lindsay Sutcliffe, Kim Powell from The Okanagan College Culinary Arts Program, Chickies Cupcakes, Gumtree Catering, A Fine Kettle Of Fish, Okanagan Spirits, Tea Desire, Davison Orchard, The Bean Scene and Cotton’s Chocolates.
The event runs at the VCAC until Thursday, March 10.
