PAINTER8 is a not-for-profit arts society registered in the province of British Columbia.

The name Painter8 was selected in homage to Canada's past art movements (Group of Seven, Regina Five, Painters Eleven). The '8' or infinity loop, connotes the continuum of Canada's past, present, and future visual art talent.

Each artist of PAINTER8 brings forth their own unique views and experiences to create a lively and diverse appreciation and conversation about where art can lead. There is within it a sampling of colour theory, form, philosophy, debate, and study.

Originally, PAINTER8 provided an opportunity for each artist to share ideas, thoughts and musings about art forms such as music, visual arts, film or theatre. It has evolved into a highly motivating, project based springboard for it’s members to directly challenge and problem solve specific concepts and ideas. Whether abstract, figurative or conceptual, members of Painter8 aim to establish a group dialogue and challenge each other as artists both in theory and in form.

PAINTER8 has a dynamic evolving platform of founding artists and guest artists across Canada supported by their Board of Directors . Painter8 has exhibited in Vancouver, Edmonton, Miami, and New York.

Mission

Painter8 Arts Society is an artist collective, dedicated to upholding and advancing contemporary painting by showcasing the work of Canadian artists in galleries, public venues, and alternative spaces. Through exhibitions and community engagement, we foster artistic innovation, dialogue, and accessibility to visual art, ensuring painting remains a vital force in the cultural landscape.

Vision

By hosting projects that draw public attention to contemporary painting and make it accessible to a wide audience, artists gain visibility and opportunity. As painters achieve wider recognition, build confidence, and grow artistically, the profession of painting is strengthened. This ensures that contemporary painting continues to thrive— documenting visual history, shaping identity, and bringing forward new expressions of culture.

Painter8 Arts Society is a member of Arts BC and BC Alliance For Arts and Culture

image by Craig Talbot