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First AFC Fundraising Gala only a few hours away - Nov 4. at Grouse Mountain

04 Nov 2011

While the AFC Festival doesn't get underway until Saturday morning, we're thrilled to get things moving on Friday evening with the first fundraising gala (in benefit of Artists For Conservation) we've ever held in the 14-year history of the organization.  Just like the Festival, the Gala will al

Read more: First AFC Fundraising Gala only a few hours away - Nov 4. at Grouse Mountain

Lectures, Art Demos, Youth Workshops - AFC Festival is a Family Affair

03 Nov 2011

A lot will be going on at the AFC Festival starting Nov 5. In addition to lectures and presentations by world class artists and conservationists, there are also several interactive youth workshops and live demos meant to inform young people on important conservation issues.

Read more: Lectures, Art Demos, Youth Workshops - AFC Festival is a Family Affair

AFC's 2011 Exhibit Companion Book and 2012 Calendar now available!

02 Nov 2011

If you find yourself captivated by this year's Art of Conservation Exhibit but aren't in the market for any full sized pieces,

Read more: AFC's 2011 Exhibit Companion Book and 2012 Calendar now available!

AFC Exhibit - a great opportunity to acquire Original Artwork... and Support Conservation

01 Nov 2011

With so much going on at the Artists for Conservation Festival at Grouse Mountain Nov. 5 to 13, it would be easy to overlook the fact that it is a rare opportunity to acquire some wonderful original artwork by some of the world's leading talent in nature and wildlife art.

Read more: AFC Exhibit - a great opportunity to acquire Original Artwork... and Support Conservation

1-week countdown: AFC Festival opens November 5!

30 Oct 2011

It's time to plan your next weekend! The Artists for Conservation Festival starts in just one week, and there are lots of exciting activities for nature enthusiasts, families and art connoisseurs alike.

Read more: 1-week countdown: AFC Festival opens November 5!

Youth Workshops: Adventures in Art & Environment

21 Oct 2011

The Artists for Conservation Festival represents a major expansion on the AFC's annual art exhibit and aims to take full advantage of an extraordinary congregation of international artistic talent, and environmental leadership and knowledge.

Read more: Youth Workshops: Adventures in Art & Environment

Proceeds from sale of new Bateman Original will support AFC

16 Oct 2011

AFC friends and Bateman fans are eagerly awaiting the new Bateman, a 24"x 48" oil on canvas original painting that depicts...wait for it...a Pacific Northwestern alpine winter scene with snow-laden trees and a pack of wolves in the background.

Read more: Proceeds from sale of new Bateman Original will support AFC

Robert Bateman Unveils Original Artwork at Artists For Conservation Festival on Grouse Mountain

08 Oct 2011

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Oct. 7, 2011) - Robert Bateman, world-renowned nature artist, will unveil one of his latest works to the public at the first annual Artists for Conservation Festival on Grouse Mountain, Saturday, November 5.

Read more: Robert Bateman Unveils Original Artwork at Artists For Conservation Festival on Grouse Mountain

Welcome from Grouse Mountain President, Stuart McLaughlin

02 Oct 2011

We’re excited and proud to host the first annual Artists for Conservation Festival atop Grouse Mountain.

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Visiting North Vancouver and Area

30 Sep 2011

North Vancouver, more specifically Grouse Mountain, will be home to the first annual Artists for Conservation Festival from November 5 to 13.

Read more: Visiting North Vancouver and Area

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Festival Highlights

VanDusen Botanical Garden is located at: 5151 Oak Street Vancouver BC V6M 4H1

Maplewood Conservancy is located at: 2649 Dollarton Hwy, North Vancouver

Admission to AFC Festival (indoor programs) is free of charge.  Admission is required for outdoor programs in the Botanical Garden. Admission is free for all programming at Maplewood Conservancy.

  • Art Exhibit 
  • Live Art Demos
  • Music and Performances
  • Films
  • Live Birds of Prey
  • Guided Nature Walks

  • Come to the Festival
  • Spread the Word
  • Purchase a Bird Mural
  • Buy Orginal Art
  • Make a Donation
  • Buy an AFC Book & Calendar
  • Volunteer
  • Sponsor the Event

 

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AFC Festival 2020
@ VanDusen Botanical Garden
1 Oct - 4 Oct, 2020
Vancouver, BC, Canada

AFC Festival 2020 (Preview)
@ Maplewood Conservancy
19 Sept - 20 Sept, 2020
North Vancouver, BC, Canada

 

About Us

Artists for Conservation is a Canada-based international non-profit, with a mission is to support wildlife and habitat conservation and environmental education through art that celebrates nature. 

Visit: artistsforconservation.org 

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