MAY’d on Gabriola—A Celebration of Creativity, Community & Connection
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MAY’d organizers out front the Gabriola Theatre Centre
There’s something truly special about coming together to celebrate creativity—not just as individuals, but as a community.
This May long weekend, I’m so happy to be participating in MAY’d on Gabriola, a vibrant, island-wide event that brings together artists, artisans, performers, and makers in a beautiful expression of what it means to create.
From soap to songs, painting to performance, this event spans 40 venues across Gabriola Island and showcases the work of over 60 creatives, each offering something unique, heartfelt, and made with care.
A Community Effort—With Deep Gratitude
MAY’d on Gabriola organizers in the Gabriola Theatre Centre, a main hub during the event
Events like this don’t just happen—they are created through the time, energy, and dedication of people who care deeply about art, community, and connection.
A heartfelt thank you to the organizing team:
Jasmine Howes, Artistic Director, Gabriola Theatre Centre
Cindy-Sue Rabinovitch, artist, teacher, and Integrative Chakra Therapy® Healer
Corinne Flaws, artist and photographer
Laura Egin, arts administrator
Your vision, effort, and generosity are what make this event possible. It’s a beautiful thing to witness and be part of.
Where You’ll Find My Work
The distinctive Gabriola Theatre Centre. Photo credit: Stephanie Artuso
I’ll be exhibiting my work at the Gabriola Theatre Centre, one of the central gathering spaces for the event.
This venue is more than just a location—it’s a hub of activity throughout the weekend, hosting the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as performances, food trucks, and community gatherings.
I feel especially grateful to Jasmine Howes for her kindness and generosity in welcoming my work into this space. It’s an honour to be part of what is unfolding here.
The Work I’ll Be Sharing
For this exhibition, I’ll be sharing new paintings from my Love Is Love Series.
This body of work explores the quiet balance between individuality and connection—how we exist as our own unique selves while also being deeply in relationship with one another.
Each piece is created through an intuitive, layered process, building and revealing over time. The work is grounded in my ongoing exploration of art as a practice of presence, healing, and well-being.
Experiencing these pieces in person offers a completely different feeling — one that’s difficult to translate through a screen.
What to Expect Over the Weekend
MAY’d on Gabriola is a full weekend experience, with something happening across the island.
Event Hours
Saturday May 16 & Sunday May 17, 2026
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Special Events at Gabriola Theatre Centre
Opening Night—Friday May 15 at 5:30 PM
Citizen Chen Performance—Friday at 7:30 PM
Vaudeville Dress Rehearsal—Saturday at 7:30 PM
Vaudeville Performance—Sunday at 3:00 PM
Closing Celebration—Sunday at 7:00 PM
Whether you spend a few hours or the whole weekend, there’s an incredible sense of discovery, creativity, and connection woven throughout.
Plan Your Visit
If you’re planning to attend the event, you can explore all participating venues and artists at maydgabriola.ca.
A Personal Invitation
There’s something really meaningful about seeing art in person—standing in front of it, feeling it, taking it in without distraction.
If you feel called, I would love for you to come by the Gabriola Theatre Centre, experience the work, and be part of this beautiful weekend.