PROMOTION OF THE ARTS

Digital Hopes was founded on the uncompromising commitment to support under-represented DTES street artists and empowering them to tell their perspective, style and story based on their lived experiences. The ambition is to foster creativity through collaboration with artists who share our passion for pushing technical and conceptual boundaries.

In our ambition to encourage dialogue with a wide public, Digital Hopes is committed to promoting the art nationally and internationally through temporary exhibits at unique locations and events. We invite organizers across the cultural spectrum to collaborate with us to provide the artists with a platform for debate and reflection.

Exhibition
Permanent Installation
Terraces on Seventh
1570 W 7th Avenue, Vancouver

Four Seasons

As an artist, I seek to capture the essence of life’s journey through my work. The four cardinal directions signify the seasons of life and the transitions we all experience.

In the East, where the sun rises, is the dawn of new life. Here, the woman spirit reigns, bringing warmth and vision. From conception to a child’s first breath, the East represents hope, growth and the powerful bond between mother and child. My partner embodies the heart of the East, a wellspring of compassion and nurturing care.

The South is the season of youth, a time of change and discovery. Here, the young test their wings, absorb the wisdom of elders but forge their own path. My daughter lives joyfully in the South, teaching me life’s simple pleasures and how to see the world anew.

In the West, the sun sets over responsibility. Adulthood is a time of hardship and heartache but also clarity and emotional wisdom. As a parent, I aim to guide my child through this life with patience and an open heart. The West calls me to reflect on the journey so far and release past regrets.

The North is the final season, where the wise reside. My late father dwelled here, sharing stories of times gone by. In the North, life comes full circle as the elderly return to child-like wonder. The wisdom of the North sees beyond horizons to tomorrow.

Through my art, I seek to honor each season and share the beauty and wisdom to be found in life’s transitions. Each cardinal direction points to a new beginning. Together, they form a whole. A life lived fully, embracing each season, is a life well lived.

This is the teaching I take from the Cree story – to walk through each transition gently, learn love’s lessons well along the way.

ARTIST
Jesse Gouchey
Maskwa

SPONSOR
CAPE GROUP

Exhibition
18.06.2022 from 11 am – 4 pm
Dr Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

Nch’ú7mut lam
[comm] UNITY

“Nch’ú7mut lam” which means unity to be in (one) house will present the most contemporary expression of creativity by local DTES artists at Dr Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, located in Vancouver’s Historic Chinatown.

CURATOR
Gala Vega

Exhibition
From 3.12.2021 to 4.12.2021
Private Gallery by Invitation Only

STREET/Crypto

In one of the first art auctions of its kind, bringing physical street art and digital art together featuring celebrated artists from DTES – Smokey D, BOY and Ken Foster.

CURATOR
Gala Vega

BOY

KEN FOSTER

SMOKEY D