Ladysmith Arts is partnering with CVRD Arts & Culture, South Cowichan Arts Guild, Arts at Cowichan Lake, Cowichan Valley Arts Council & Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society for an exhibition to be held in the lobby of the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre (CPAC)  Jan. 8 –  Feb. 28, 2026. 

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Recognition and Recollection aims to amplify the impact of art on mental health. Artists know how important creating and experiencing creativity is for well-being. This initiative magnifies the significance art and culture have on our mental heath and the human experience. 

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Artist are invited to submit work that explore the following themes:

• Mental Health Challenge

• Memory, Consciousness & the Self

• Alzheimer’s & Cognitive Decline

• Art as Health Advocacy

• Mental Health & Complex Social Issues

• States of Being

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Submission Fee: $25 per submission

Commission: 20%

Drop Off: To be Confirmed

Pick Up: March 1, 2026 – 8:30 am – 12 noon (artwork must be picked up on this date and during this time, no exceptions. No early or late pick ups)

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Juried Exhibition Notice:
Due to limited gallery space, not all submissions may be accepted. Entries will be reviewed and selected based on space availability.

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Submitting the registration form and paying the fee does not guarantee inclusion in the exhibition. Our goal is to accommodate as many artists as possible within the available space.

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3D Artists:
Space for free-standing 3D works is extremely limited. Please contact us  — do not use the online form below.

Notification of Acceptance:
You will receive an email confirmation by December 8 informing you whether your work has been accepted into the exhibition.

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