Alana Evans, BFA
Alana’s journey in creativity began in her childhood in Penticton, BC, surrounded by the stunning wine and region. From a young age, she showcased her talent in juried art shows and festivals. After excelling in art studies in Greater Vancouver, Alana earned her BFA in Visual Arts from Emily Carr University. Now, she balances her passion for oil painting with her role as an elected board member of the Langley Arts, actively contributing to her community and exhibiting her artwork.
Exhibitions
2025
Expressive Storytelling- Headlining Artist. Grizzli Winery and Gallery, West Kelowna BC. 5000 lineal feet of wall space.
2024
56- 'the pro show'- Langley Arts Council.
Developed the show concept and pulled in the professional talent.
Toronto Outdoor Art Fair- Online show
Pi Art Squared, 12" round tondo show. Toronto, Ont
Treat Yourself- the Hand Embellished Show.
Pretty Girls Making Cool Shit- International Virtual Show. Co-curator
2023
Summer- Headlining Artist. The Service Station Gallery, Summerland, BC
One Way Gallery- MLA for Langley, Andrew Mercier's Office, Langley BC
Everything is Coming Up Roses, Pretty Girls Making Cool Shit.
International Virtual Show.
BC Wide Landscape Painting Competition- Juried entry and Group Show
Timms Community Center, Langley
Drawing from Memory- Online Solo Show
2022
Incognito, Anonymous Artist. Juried Group Show
Langley Township Civic Center
2021
100 Days of Summer, Mastrius Online Show
2019
Collections, Group Show. Avant-Garde Gallery
Aldergrove
2004
The Whip Gallery on Main, Vancouver
The Grad Show, ECIAD. Vancouver
2003
CRAWL, Student curated group Show, ECIAD Building 2. Vancouver
Education
2000-2004
Emily Carr University of Art and Design
Majored in Visual Arts and Obtained a Bachelors Degree.
Specialized in Painting, Photography; studied Ceramics, Printmaking, and Digital Arts. Focus on conceptual art concepts and critique.
Representation
2024-2025
2023-2025
Grizzli Winery, West Kelowna
Penticton Art Gallery Gift Shop
2023-2024
Circle Craft Gallery, Vancouver BC
Volunteer Work
2023-Current
Langley Arts Council Board of Directors, elected Vice President
2022
Fort Langley Jazz and Arts Festival LAC liaison
Art Zone Committee Chair
2021- 2023
Elected Board Member- Langley Arts Council
Active Board Member
-Fort Langley Jazz and Arts Festival LAC liaison
2003- 2004
Presentation House, North Vancouver, BC
Photography Fine Art Gallery- Framing, installation of Art Shows
2002- 2004
Dynamo Art Studio, Vancouver BC
Managed Studio Rentals