If you’ve ever wondered what Richmond residents grow in their gardens, balconies and windowsills, a photographic exhibition is about to reveal all.
The bounty of Richmond growers will be showcased and celebrated at Branscombe House from Aug. 15 to 20 with the Richmond Urban Food Garden Project, a photographic exhibition presented by Branscombe’s artist-in-residence, Rhonda Weppler, in collaboration with local food blogger, Michelle Li.
Since May, Weppler and Li have photographed local residents in the places and spaces where they grow food; from gardens to windowsills, balconies to backyards and co-ops to community gardens.
Their goal has been to highlight successes and connect these green thumbs with their shared passion, as well as build upon a growing interest in and awareness of food security, climate change and increasing food costs.
The artists hope to inspire more Richmond residents to grow food and to encourage the creation of spaces where residents can grow food in their neighbourhoods and connect with their community.
Members of the public can view the Richmond Urban Food Garden Project photo exhibition and slideshow at Branscombe House on Steveston Highway at Railway Avenue from Monday to Saturday, Aug. 15–20, from 2–6 p.m. daily.
On a related note, on Sunday, Aug. 14, aspiring artists can drop in anytime between noon and 4 p.m., for “Print vs. Print,” when they can try their hand at two types of printmaking using garden or foraged greens.
For more information about the Branscombe House Artist-in-Residence program, including upcoming free events and activities, visit Richmond.ca/BranscombeResidency.
