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  • ‘Tis the Season for Pop Up Artists!


    Each month the SHS features different artists and December has so much local art on display! Come by to view this amazing work and pick up a perfect gift for the holiday season. A portion of all sales supports the work of the Steveston Historical Society.


    Scott Pleydell-Pearce

    We are so excited to welcome back local watercolour artist Scott Pleydell-Pearce to the Pop Up art space in September.

    Scott has been an artist all of his life, mainly working professionally in the world of animation. Scott’s self-taught watercolour style is best described as Bold, Energetic and Dynamic. He has the ability to draw and paint very accurately but also turn his hand to a looser approach as well. Embracing and enjoying the outdoors, Scott paints En Plein Air (in the open) as much as possible as nature is truly the greatest teacher.

    IG: @scottpleydellpearce

    www.scottyppart.com

    Marsha Hoggan

    Marsha has been creating beautiful pottery since 2005 and now works from her own studio. Her functional pieces are primarily made from porcelain, with one of her more recent passions being black porcelain — a stunning material that beautifully complements her underglaze designs. Another of Marsha’s creative pursuits is Raku pottery; in 2024, she even built her own Raku kiln. The Orca theme appears throughout much of Marsha’s work, a fitting tribute to the spirit and beauty of the West Coast.

    IG: @marshalynnpottery

    Jennifer James

    Jennifer is a multi-textural artist whose creative journey began as soon as she could hold a crayon. She has been crafting pottery since the age of 13, exploring a variety of hand-building techniques and sculptural forms. Deeply inspired by the spiritual essence of nature, Jennifer infuses her work with this connection, creating pieces that are both expressive and meaningful. Her collection features nature-inspired Raku pottery and sculptures — including mythical Sprites, sculpted flowers with crystal centers, owls, and butterflies. She also creates a stunning range of stoneware mugs and brooches, each piece reflecting her love of texture, form, and the natural world.

    IG: @jennifer_s_james
    www.jennifersjames.com


  • Local Gift Ideas Aplenty as the Art Pop-Up Space Fills for November!


    Each month the SHS features different artists and November has so much local art on display! Come by to view this amazing work and pick up a perfect gift for the upcoming holiday season. A portion of all sales supports the work of the Steveston Historical Society.


    Marsha Hoggan & Jennifer James

    We’re always thrilled to welcome local pottery and mixed media artists Marsha Hoggan and Jennifer James to our Pop-Up space to showcase their incredible creations.

    November Pop-Up Artists are Jennifer James and Marsha Hoggan.

    Marsha Hoggan

    Marsha has been creating beautiful pottery since 2005 and now works from her own studio. Her functional pieces are primarily made from porcelain, with one of her more recent passions being black porcelain — a stunning material that beautifully complements her underglaze designs. Another of Marsha’s creative pursuits is Raku pottery; in 2024, she even built her own Raku kiln. The Orca theme appears throughout much of Marsha’s work, a fitting tribute to the spirit and beauty of the West Coast.

    IG: @marshalynnpottery

    Jennifer James

    Jennifer is a multi-textural artist whose creative journey began as soon as she could hold a crayon. She has been crafting pottery since the age of 13, exploring a variety of hand-building techniques and sculptural forms. Deeply inspired by the spiritual essence of nature, Jennifer infuses her work with this connection, creating pieces that are both expressive and meaningful. Her collection features nature-inspired Raku pottery and sculptures — including mythical Sprites, sculpted flowers with crystal centers, owls, and butterflies. She also creates a stunning range of stoneware mugs and brooches, each piece reflecting her love of texture, form, and the natural world.

    IG: @jennifer_s_james
    www.jennifersjames.com


    Richmond Artist Guild and Marv Skelton join the November Pop Up Artist space.

    Richmond Artists Guild “Guess Who” with featured artist Marv Skelton

    The Richmond Artists Guild is showcasing a series of 10 x 10-inch canvases created by a variety of local artists, each priced at $125. Which style or painting draws your eye? The artists’ names are intentionally hidden, inviting buyers to choose a piece that speaks to them — guided by inspiration rather than recognition.

    Marv Skelton

    Marv is the founding member of local Plein Air group “Men in Hats” and a beautifully talented oil painter and member of the Richmond Artists Guild.

    IG: @rartguild
    www.meninhats.ca


  • Dates Announced for Songs in the Snow – Winter 2025

    The Steveston Historical Society, together with the Richmond Arts Coalition, presents Songs in the Snow. This free seasonal concert series brings Town Square Park to life with beautiful festive lights, seasonal music provided by talented local artists, school groups and community choirs as well as activities, crafts and of course, hot chocolate.

    Join us for this beloved family friendly event located in the heart of Steveston Village. This is a rain or shine event.

    Dates: Saturdays Dec. 6th & 13th
    Time: 3:30pm – 6:30pm

    Town Square Park
    Steveston Museum & Post Office
    3811 Moncton Street


    Performance Schedule and Artists:

    December 6th (3:30pm-6:30pm)

    Jill Raymond
    Sangre Morena Latin Music
    Jason Qiu
    Richmond Orchestra & Chorus Association
    Estella Celeste Banez
    Ricardo

    Visual Artist: Cartoon Katie
    Visual Artist: Nadine Flagel

    December 13th (3:30pm-6:30pm)

    Quayside Voices
    Sleigh Riders
    Jazz ‘N Burnett
    Allie Mcdonald
    Sara Mayfield
    SwingOut Richmond Jazz Band

    Visual Artist: Cartoon Katie
    Visual Artist: The Art & Fungi Project

    Songs in the Snow


  • Pop-Up Artists Announced for October – Come and Visit!

    Each month the SHS features different artists. Come by to view this amazing work. A portion of all sales supports the work of the Steveston Historical Society. Alongside feature displays, there will also be postcards, art cards, and stickers available for purchase by Sarah Glen and Roxsane Tanner.

    October Pop-Up Artists are Margot D'Souza and Marilyn Piccinin.


    Margot D’Souza

    We are thrilled to welcome back local Steveston artist Margot D’Souza to the Pop-Up Art Space for the month of October.

    Margot has been surrounded by music, art, and the beauty of nature throughout her life, all of which have deeply influenced her lifestyle and artistic passions. She has taken numerous courses and workshops over the years, with a brief pause to raise her family.

    Upon retirement, her passion for drawing, painting, and photography returned in full force. An avid photographer and birder, Margot draws much of her inspiration from photos she’s taken and sketches she’s made during her travels around the world, as well as from walks through her local surroundings along the trails of Steveston. Nature offers her endless inspiration—whether painting on location or in the studio. In recent years, her focus has shifted to bird photography, and translating those images onto canvas has become a truly rewarding experience.

    Margot primarily works in oil and is a member of the Richmond Artists Guild, the Richmond Arts Coalition, and Men in Hats.
    Instagram: @margotnds

    Marilyn Piccinin

    Marilyn Piccinin, a local Richmond resident and lifelong painter, began her artistic journey with “tole painting” – a decorative form of painting in oil or acrylic. Marilyn now prefers watercolour and paints and paints weekly with a group of local artists.

    While living in the UK during the 1980s, Marilyn took her first watercolour classes—and it has remained her favourite medium ever since. Today, she continues to enjoy weekly painting sessions alongside other talented local artists.

    Marilyn’s work reflects her deep appreciation for the natural world and the quiet pleasures found outdoors.


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