Stuart McCall & Neil Wedman
Fantasy Gardens

January 27 – April 1, 2012
Opening Reception: Thursday January 26, 7–9 pm

This exhibition by Stuart McCall and Neil Wedman is comprised of two separate bodies of work—drawings and photographs. The artworks were made years apart but are linked by an indelible local history in the subject of Bill Vander Zalm’s Fantasy Garden World. Wedman attended the proceedings of the Vander Zalm trial in 1991 and made numerous pencil portraits of the witnesses as they testified. Years later, McCall documented the neglected gardens just prior to demolition by its new land developer owners. The photographs reflect the demise prior to redevelopment of a once upon a time tourist attraction tainted by political controversy and changing economics.

Stuart McCall and Neil Wedman have been exhibiting for over 25 years each and have collaborated on various projects for over a decade, each working in their own specialty.


RELATED PROGRAMMING

Thursday February 2, 12 –1pm
Art for Lunch*
Great food, great art and great conversation! Join us for a curator tour followed by lunch in the gallery. $10/person includes tour and lunch.
Ask for Course #236652.

Saturday February 4, 1–2pm
Artists' Tour & Talk
Stuart McCall and Neil Wedman will be in the gallery to talk about their work.

Saturday March 3, 1–4pm
Panel Discussion: Richmond Develops
Guest speakers discuss the process of urban developments, planning, and the history of Richmond's Fantasy Gardens.
Check back for details.

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Starred events require pre-registration through the City of Richmond Call Centre at 604.276.4300 or online at www.richmond.ca/guide


BROCHURE


Fantasy Gardens
Stuart McCall & Neil Wedman
Exhibition brochure with text by Nan Capogna
Download brochure pdf