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Arts & Culture
From First Nations culture to the latest in contemporary art, music and more, Whistler’s arts and culture scene runs deep.
In these posts we aim to give you a snap shot of what it’s like to attend some of these events, exhibits and cultural institutions, as well as insight into the creatives that call Whistler home.
The People’s History of Whistler Part 3: Legends are Born, Snowboarding Booms
In the third in our People's History series, Feet Banks goes back to when snowboarders were forbidden on Whistler and local ski racing legend Rob Boyd took a monumental win (inspiring generations of kids).
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People, Places & Paths: Exploring the Cultural Connector in Whistler
Time to slow down and appreciate the little things - explore Whistler's Cultural Connector with Dee Raffo.
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12 Ways to Fall For Arts in Whistler
On now through December, Fall for Arts is a kaleidoscope of creativity, a chance to celebrate the arts, learn new skills and meet like-minded people.
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The Peoples’ History of Whistler 2: Ski Bums, Marmots & Dual Mountain
In the second of three posts, Feet Banks goes back in time to when skiing on Whistler and Blackcomb mountains was just a twinkle in a skier’s eye.
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The Peoples’ History of Whistler 1: Beginnings
As Canada celebrates it’s 150th anniversary this summer, The Insider takes a look at Whistler’s local history in a three part series.
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Whistler Celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21
When the summer solstice comes around, it’s time to honour the original locals of the Whistler area with a day of traditional celebrations led by the Squamish and Lil’wat First Nations.
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Arts Whistler Backdrop Sessions: Helen Wojcik
There's something in the water... or the mountains that make Whistler artists a whole other breed, check out the latest Arts Whistler spotlight on painter, Helen Wojcik.
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The Power of Art: Discovering Chili Thom’s Trees
How the brushstrokes of beloved Whistler artist Chili Thom continue to inspire, influence and connect us with nature.
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Arts Whistler Backdrop Sessions: Isobel MacLaurin
She's 85 years old with a sparkle in her eye - Isobel MacLaurin is an artist through and through. Take a moment to let this legendary Whistler local warm your heart.
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Hands-on Culture: Learning from the Squamish and Lil’wat People
Weaving and drum-making workshops are more than creative exercises – they are a way to connect with First Nations culture in an intimate setting, with plenty of time for questions.
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Artist Kate Zessel: Slopes to Studio
Artist and illustrator Kate Zessel has followed her dream to live and work in the mountains - her motto ‘Work Hard, Dream Big, Stay Humble’ says it all.
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Arts Whistler Backdrop Sessions: Andrea Mueller
Lions, tigers and bears – just another day creating for artist Andrea Mueller. Made of hot pinks, vibrant blues and electric yellows, these aren’t your Grandma’s wildlife paintings.
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Mountains as Muse: Artist Jessa Gilbert and her Splitboard Studio
The wilderness of Whistler’s backcountry is both inspiration and studio for artist Jessa Gilbert, who draws, paints and plans her works right on the skin track.
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