BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ian Tan Art Gallery - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://iantangallery.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ian Tan Art Gallery REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Shanghai BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240928 DTSTAMP:20240906T211955Z CREATED:20240624T193452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T211955Z UID:20955-1725667200-1727481599@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:DOMINIQUE WALKER DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/dominique-walker/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ANSELMO-SWAN-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241005 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTSTAMP:20241027T175159Z CREATED:20240624T194250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T175159Z UID:20964-1728086400-1729900799@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:TIFFANY BLAISE DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/tiffany-blaise/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ANSELMO-SWAN-4-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241123 DTSTAMP:20241123T001841Z CREATED:20241004T215257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T001841Z UID:21391-1730505600-1732319999@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:JEANETTE JARVILLE DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/jeanette-jarville/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/ANSELMO-SWAN-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201 DTSTAMP:20241123T002140Z CREATED:20241017T231422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T002140Z UID:21509-1732320000-1738367999@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:WINTER GROUP SHOW DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/winter-group-show-2/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250214 DTSTAMP:20250207T225833Z CREATED:20250107T223253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T225833Z UID:21887-1738368000-1739491199@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: CHRISTOPHER FRIESEN DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/artist-spotlight-christopher-friesen/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/DayDreamer-40-x-60-1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250228 DTSTAMP:20250208T005129Z CREATED:20250108T204343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T005129Z UID:21892-1739577600-1740700799@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: DAVID PIRRIE DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/artist-spotlight-david-pirrie/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-Ramparts-Tonquin-Valley-thumbnail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250314 DTSTAMP:20250218T200457Z CREATED:20250207T222258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T200457Z UID:21962-1740787200-1741910399@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: KRISTOFIR DEAN DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/artist-spotlight-kristofir-dean/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Refracted-Temperature-Rising-thumbnail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250328 DTSTAMP:20250306T235151Z CREATED:20250207T223126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T235151Z UID:21968-1741996800-1743119999@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/artist-spotlight-anselmo-swan/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/thumbnail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502 DTSTAMP:20250813T201857Z CREATED:20250207T230425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T201857Z UID:21995-1743811200-1746143999@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:MEGHAN HILDEBRAND DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/meghan-hildebrand/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ANSELMO-SWAN-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250524 DTSTAMP:20250813T201831Z CREATED:20250218T195002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T201831Z UID:22062-1746230400-1748044799@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:MANDY BOURSICOT DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/mandy-bousicot/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ANSELMO-SWAN-7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628 DTSTAMP:20250728T085252Z CREATED:20250319T225122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T085252Z UID:22253-1749254400-1751068799@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:KRISTA JOHNSON DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/krista-johnson-2/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250726 DTSTAMP:20250918T180522Z CREATED:20250319T225640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T180522Z UID:22259-1751673600-1753487999@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:GRETA GUZEK DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/greta-guzek/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ANSELMO-SWAN-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901 DTSTAMP:20250813T201404Z CREATED:20250319T230223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T201404Z UID:22265-1754092800-1756684799@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:SUMMER GROUP SHOW DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/summer-group-show-2/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ANSELMO-SWAN-10.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929 DTSTAMP:20250905T205645Z CREATED:20250811T021857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T205645Z UID:22900-1757116800-1759103999@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:TIM FRASER DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/tim-fraser/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ANSELMO-SWAN-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620 DTSTAMP:20260619T222748Z CREATED:20250930T184254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T222748Z UID:23229-1772323200-1781913599@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:Spring Group Exhibition DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/fall-group-exhibition/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/A-Perfect-Breeze-30x40-1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260920T214338Z CREATED:20260612T175212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T214338Z UID:24205-1781913600-1789862399@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:Summer in the City DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/summer-in-the-city/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/BikerBoy-48x36-1920.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261223 DTSTAMP:20260927T234500Z CREATED:20260917T234109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T234500Z UID:24740-1790035200-1797983999@iantangallery.com SUMMARY:Fall Perspectives DESCRIPTION:ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ANSELMO SWAN March 15 –  27\, 2025   Discover the inspirations\, techniques\, and stories behind Anselmo Swan’s extraordinary Home series. Through a collection of oil paintings\, Anselmo explores the concept of home as a symbol of belonging and security. Inspired by evening walks through Vancouver neighborhoods\, he captures houses at twilight—where the glow of interior lights contrasts with the deepening hues of the sky and trees. The encircling trees\, representing life\, stand as quiet guardians\, while the warmth emanating from within evokes a sense of refuge and peace. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Here are some questions and answers that provide a deeper insight into Anselmo Swan’s Home paintings. 1) What inspired your paintings\, and what story are you trying to tell through it?My Home paintings are inspired by the deep desire for a place of true belonging and acceptance. This feeling often stems from early life experiences\, particularly the sense of returning home from school or after being away for an extended period. It also resonates with those who have felt alienated or isolated. 2) How do you decide on the colors and textures in your paintings?The colors in these works are influenced by twilight and evening lighting effects that transform houses into dark shades of blue and grey under dusk skies. These dark hues contrast with the bright and warm colors found in interiors and entrances\, which symbolize security and happiness. Over time\, my works have become more textured\, reflecting a freer approach to painting rather than meticulous rendering. 3) Do you have a favorite piece\, and why does it stand out to you?My favorite piece is Home #12\, which features a combination of geometric shapes alongside free-form clouds. I also appreciate the range of cool and warm blue tones throughout this piece. 4) What’s your creative process like—do you plan every detail\, or do things evolve as you paint?I plan every painting carefully\, using reference materials and sketches\, but I always leave room for changes as I feel they are necessary. These adjustments can be minor or significant\, depending on my intuition about the painting. 5) If someone is new to your work\, what’s one thing you’d like them to know or feel when they see your art?One of the best compliments I received for my Home series was that the work was emotive and evoked childhood memories of the security and happiness of coming home. While it is important for me to create cohesive images\, my objective with these works is for them to resonate with the viewer on an emotional level\, reflecting their own experiences of home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #12  2024Oil on canvas  50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #13  2024Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #8  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″ $6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #11  2022Oil on canvas  24″ x 16″ $3\,400.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #1  2018Oil on canvas 50″ x 33″$8\,500.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home #7  2022Oil on canvas  37″ x 25″$6\,000.00 \n \n \n \n Enquire URL:https://iantangallery.com/exhibitions/fall-perspectives/ LOCATION:Ian Tan Art Gallery\, 2655 Granville St\, Vancouver\, BC\, British Columbia\, V6H 3H2\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://iantangallery.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Autumn-Parkside-36x48-1920.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR