Audain Art Museum

One gallery that caters to the thrill-seekers among collectors of modern work is Whistler Contemporary. As beautiful a backdrop as it is for adrenaline-fueled outdoor endeavors, Whistler boasts an enviably fresh art landscape, one that mirrors the burgeoning visions and results-driven nature of modern makers. Whistler-based contemporary gallery with a selection of works that might include painting, sculpture, and mixed media. These galleries, among others, show off the talents of up-and-coming stars from near and far and offer visitors a smorgasbord of perspectives as well as very personal ways of speaking. One of the most helpful points about visiting a contemporary gallery is that it often enables you to experience art in modern ways. The works that are presented often negotiate notions of contemporary and urgency, defined by an invitation for spectators to engage with the work in ways that are much deeper and more personal. Beyond the exhibitions themselves, these galleries deliver...

Whistler is better known for alpine pursuits and magnificent mountain vistas, but more and more it’s a must-visit town when you’re seeking out art and culture. If you’re looking to travel beyond virgin patches of snow and discover the local color, a visit to one of Whistler’s contemporary galleries provides hands-on access to Canada’s thriving art scene. The best example of a modern gallery in Whistler is the Audain Art Museum. Located in the heart of the resort village, old British Columbia history and contemporary art are on display at this museum. That means painting, sculpture, mixed media pieces, photography and more by a mix of established artists and emerging talents from across the nation, presenting a new point of view on an important part of our history for anyone who walks into the galleries. But what makes the contemporary gallery in Whistler unique is its relationship to the nature and Indigenous culture that surround it. An audacious leap for architecture, the art of the...