The City of Port Coquitlam invites the public to explore new artistic visions at a series of art exhibitions, opening today September 15. Showcasing the diverse talents of local and regional artists, the new exhibits will be on display at Leigh Square and the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (PCCC) until January 8, 2026.
The public is invited to celebrate the new exhibitions and enjoy live music and refreshments at a free opening reception on Thursday, September 25, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Michael Wright Art Gallery, located in the Gathering Place (#200-2253 Leigh Square).
Live music will be performed by the Tristan Paxton Duo, with Tristan Paxton on guitar and Daniel Howard on bass.
Featured Exhibitions
- Weightless, I'm Still Here by KyungAh Hwang at the Michael Wright Art Gallery. This ethereal exhibit explores life and loss through luminous, transitional representations of wilted flowers, celebrating the fragility of existence and the quiet beauty of impermanence.
- The Skin of Trees by Janna Kumi at the Outlet Gallery. Highlighting the intricate, textured beauty of tree bark, this exhibit invites viewers to appreciate the marks of time, growth, and survival etched into nature's surfaces, much like human skin tells its own story.
- Inspiring Local Champions: The Enduring Legacy of Terry Fox at the City Hall Gallery. This powerful display honours Port Coquitlam's hometown hero, featuring images and stories from his Marathon of Hope, previously displayed at the Terry Fox Library and Port Coquitlam Community Centre. The exhibit celebrates his lasting influence on cancer research and community resilience.
- Drawing without an Eraser by John Larsen at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre Gallery. Larsen explores the natural world through a focused drawing practice, using simple materials to capture the interplay of light and shadow and reveal the form, texture, and character of wild animals.
Exhibition Highlights
To learn more about the inspiration behind each exhibition visit their personal websites below.
- KyungAh Hwang: kyungahhwang.com
- Janna Kumi: jannakumi.com
- John Larsen: johnlarsenart.com
Upcoming Events
- Cultural Roundtable: Artist Talk with John Larsen
- Thursday Sept 18 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Michael Wright Art Gallery
- Free, all welcome
- Join exhibiting artist John Larsen for a talk about his exhibition.
- RSVP: [email protected]
- Art Exhibitions: Opening Reception
- Thursday September 25 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Michael Wright, Outlet, City Hall Galleries
- Free, all welcome
- Meet the artists and enjoy live music by the Tristan Paxton Duo
- Cultural Roundtable: Artist Talk with Janna Kumi
- Thursday October 16 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Michael Wright Art Gallery
- Free, all welcome
- Join exhibiting artist Janna Kumi for a talk about her drawing and collage series.
- RSVP: [email protected]
Visit Our Galleries
The City Hall, Michael Wright, Outlet, and Port Coquitlam Community Centre Galleries feature a rotating program of exhibitions by talented local and regional artists. All galleries are free to the public.
For more information, including interviews with the artists and images of their artwork, visit portcoquitlam.ca/exhibitions.
For general inquiries about arts, culture, and heritage programs visit portcoquitlam.ca/arts or call 604-927-8440.
