[BCMA] Special Members Event - the Art of Robert McVittie!

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April 4, 2012

In this issue of our weekly Membership Communication:

"Ready Aye Ready" the art of Robert McVittie -
                        Curator-hosted Preview for Members
Don't Miss the Maritime Museums' Massive Marine Garage Sale!

Ready Aye Ready! The Artwork of Marine Artist Robert McVittie

Members are invited for a special preview event, hosted by Cuyler Page
Thursday, April 5th - 1 pm to 3 pm

Born in England in 1935, Robert McVittie became one of the most celebrated marine artists in North America. He began his life at sea entering the Merchant Navy as a young man. Throughout this time, he began drawing and sketching the things around him to document his experiences. From then on, his career as a visual artist commenced.

According to his family, McVittie was "passionate about his art and all things marine. It made sense that these two passions were closely connected; our memories of him with a sketchbook in hand are many."

Throughout his many years as an artist he achieved numerous accomplishments including becoming President of the Canadian Society of Marine Artists and  receiving a commission by Northwest Territories Commissioner, Stuart Hodgson, to portray the marine history of the N.W.T. His beautiful paintings have also graced the collections of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, various Heads of State and numerous corporate collections.

In 1991, McVittie, then a designated war artist by the Department of National Defence, joined Operation Friction Task Force and saw the deployment of 4500 Canadian Forces to the Persian Gulf. His duty was to record the Navy's operations through notes, photographs and videos that he later used in the creation of more impressive paintings.

Despite his prestige and talent, McVittie was "just as comfortable spending time at the Admiral's table as he was in the company of an ordinary seaman." He approached everything with a "joie de vivre that inevitably rubbed off on those around him."

Sadly, in 2002, Robert McVittie passed away from a long haul with leukemia. He has left behind a huge legacy and a lifetime of stunning artwork chronicling his many adventures.

The Maritime Museum of BC is pleased to present a new exhibit, Ready, Aye, Ready: The Naval Art of Robert McVittie, showcasing 22 of McVittie's spectacular original paintings. We invite the community to the opening, Thursday, April 5th from 1-3pm. This event is free to members.

9th Annual Massive Marine Outdoor Garage Sale - April 21st!

You've been asking for it and here it is again! The Maritime Museum of BC in partnership with the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority is holding its 9th Annual Massive Marine Outdoor Garage Sale located at the warehouse building on Pier A at Ogden Point terminal on April 21st from 9 am to 1 pm. Whether you are a buyer or have something to sell, this is a sale not to be missed. We accept all kinds of outdoor and marine related gear as sale items. Find everything from fishing gear to boats, sails to motors, and all things in between!

Entrance fee for buyers is just $5 (children under 12 are free). Table rental, boats on trailers, car toppers and items displayed outdoors is $35 for sellers with a $25 early bird fee option if table rental purchase is made before April 16th. All commercial tables are $80.

"The Massive Marine Garage Sale is a very important fundraiser for the Maritime Museum. It's also a great opportunity for boat lovers, fishermen and others to buy and sell marine, sports and outdoor related items at reasonable prices, as well as to meet friends in a fun atmosphere. Everyone benefits," says Massive Marine Garage Sale Chair, Ann Jones.

Donation of items to the sale may be dropped off at the Maritime Museum of BC at 28 Bastion Square. If you require pick-up, please call 250-385-4222, ext. 111 to arrange. Proceeds from the Garage Sale and items donated go to support the Museum's ongoing Exhibits, Programming and Community Outreach.

Parking is free.

Pack it in and Pack it out: any unsold items must be removed by the seller at the end of the sale. To register, contact ajones at mmbc.bc.ca<mailto:ajones at mmbc.bc.ca> or phone 250-385-4222, ext. 111.

Gaylia Lassner

Membership and Development Coordinator

(250) 385-4222   ext 115

glassner at mmbc.bc.ca

28 Bastion Square, Victoria BC, V8W 1H9, Canada  T: 250-385-4222  F: 250-382-2869  W: www.mmbc.bc.ca

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