Art Out Side Festival - Day 3
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August 9, 2026
Music Porch: Piano Painting Installation
TIME: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Pioneer Memorial Park (275 Knowle St, Port Moody)
ARTIST: Georgie Dan, Zlata Lopresti
Join artists Georgie Dan and Zlata as they transform a community piano and oversized Adirondack chairs into vibrant, one-of-a-kind public artworks. Watch the creative process unfold live throughout the festival and see how bold colours, storytelling, and imagination turn everyday objects into joyful pieces of public art. Stop by, say hello, and witness the artwork come to life!
“Creating art in public is one of our favourite ways to connect with people. Seeing children and adults stop, smile, ask questions, and become part of the creative process is wonderful. We’re thrilled to help transform everyday objects into playful works of art that belong to the whole community.”
The Proxemic Axon
TIME: 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
LOCATION: Pioneer Memorial Park (275 Knowle St, Port Moody)
ARTIST: Cosmic Lottery (Anne Howard, Ben Howard)
The Proxemic Axon is an investigative organic bio-tool used by two visiting researchers. These busy boffins from outer space are on a reconnaissance mission to test connective possibilities and collect data using a nine-meter piece of strong diaphanous fabric. Through non-verbal communication and cooperative play, these curious and silly scouts share their research in a wandering performance that all ages can enjoy. A few miniature models of the Proxemic Axon (each measuring one meter in length) will be available for young earthlings who want to improvise with the scientists.
"We love any opportunity to bring our unique sense of wonder and play out in full display, and we're eager to come out and explore the space alongside the community in Port Moody during Art Out Side. If you happen to see two curious pioneers in Pioneer Park, come and say hi- you might even be recruited to help us in our important research!"
Balance Restored
TIME: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
LOCATION: PoMoArts (2425 St Johns St, Port Moody)
ARTIST: Nickie Lewis
This playfully interactive installation encourages participants to "find balance" through tactile kenetic sculptures and sound activations. Balance Restored aims to encourage those who interact with it to find a middle ground between hope and despair.
"I'm excited to participate in Art Outside because I love the opportunity to showcase my work outdoors in an unexpected way."
The Threads Between Us - A Public Weaving Project
TIME: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
LOCATION: Pioneer Memorial Park (275 Knowle St, Port Moody)
ARTIST: Elizabeth Raposo
This project is an experiential space that encourages festival goers of all ages to participate in the collective creation of a tangible representation of our effect on the community around us. An A-frame tent will be warped with thread and fabric yarn will be provided for participating in the creation of the tapestry covering the tent frame. This installation affords a structure to experience as well as to make and encourages festival goers of all ages, abilities, and interests to participate in the exhibit. The Threads Between Us is a reminder of the deeply entwined connection we all share and our effect on our collective creations, whether we simply exist, observe, and/or create in the space. Participation, experimentation, and questions are encouraged!
"I am so excited to see this project come to life! I am looking forward to working with participants at Art Out Side and hope to inspire others to experiment with making things that speak to them!"
Make Your Own Fish Stamp Workshop!
TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Noon's Creek Hatchery (340 Ioco Rd, Port Moody)
ARTIST: Camila Szefler
Learn to carve your own fish stamp based on BC native fish, join the workshop at Noon Creek Hatchery on Aug 9!
"I’m delighted to bring printmaking events to the festival,through a “make your own fish stamp” workshop at noon creek hatchery!"
This event has limited participants—please reserve your free spot here: https://app.ticketowl.io/o/Zob2fg7GuUlyWAAF/event/amf6RZFwynAhOwEb
Ancestral Sound Currents
TIME: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Noon's Creek Hatchery (340 Ioco Rd, Port Moody)
ARTIST: Corus
Ancestral Sound Currents is an immersive outdoor sound experience blending Native American flute, crystal singing bowls, and ambient soundscapes tuned to 432Hz. Rooted in Indigenous perspectives of listening, land, and interconnectedness, the activation transforms public space into a place of reflection, presence, and connection. Audiences are invited to pause, breathe, and experience the surrounding environment through sound in a calm, accessible, and restorative way.
“I’m excited to be part of Art Out Side because it creates opportunities to bring art into everyday spaces where people can experience moments of connection, reflection, and community. I’m honoured to share Ancestral Sound Currents in a setting where nature, sound, and people can come together in a meaningful way.”
The Wandering Harpist
TIME: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
LOCATION: Port Moody Shoreline Trail
ARTIST: Shalom Wiebe
Follow the sound of live Celtic harp through the trees and stumble upon a little moment of enchantment. Inspired by the beauty of nature, these peaceful, ethereal melodies invite visitors of all ages to pause, wonder, and reconnect with the present moment. Whether you linger beneath the canopy or continue along the trail, the music becomes part of the landscape, making the forest itself feel just a little more magical.
"I love creating moments where people unexpectedly slow down. There's something magical about hearing live harp music drifting through the trees—it invites people to pause, reconnect with their inner worlds, notice the beauty around them, and experience nature a little differently. I'm excited to help create a peaceful corner of the festival where people can rest, wonder, and simply be present for a few moments."