Art Battle is live, competitive painting like you’ve never seen before. In three fast-paced rounds, artists battle the clock and each other to create their best work in just 20 minutes.
As they paint, you’ll move around the easels, witnessing the creative process up close. Grab a beverage, cast your vote to help decide the winner, and bid in a silent auction to take your favourite piece home.
This event is our annual championship, where top artists from the past year compete for a chance to win a free trip to Toronto and represent Victoria at the Art Battle National Championship!
Meet the folks on stage:
Host: Jag Jasman (he/him)
DJ: Koji Hattori (he/him)
Bar: Alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase.
Restrictions: 19+
Accessibility: Venue is only accessible by stairs.
Notice:
By purchasing a ticket, you consent to the possibility of appearing in event photos. If you have privacy concerns, please email [email protected] so that we can accommodate.
Conduct:
We do not allow discrimination or harassment of any kind. Racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism or ageism will not be tolerated.
Organized by Christine Richardson and Nikki F
Special thanks to Sam Wright!
Thank you to our sponsor Island Savings!
This event takes place on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) speaking peoples, now known as the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.
Territorial acknowledgments are only a small step in the broader work of dismantling colonial systems that continue to impact Indigenous communities. We invite guests to move beyond acknowledgment by engaging in self-education and redistributing resources.
This event also takes place on Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and which is tied closely to Canada’s celebration of Emancipation Day since August 1, 1834. Both dates are recognized as a time to reflect on Black history, liberation, and the ongoing work toward justice. In recognition of this, a portion of ticket sales will be donated to the BC Black History Awareness Society.
Kelsey is a visual artist who works primarily with acrylic on canvas and ballpoint pen on paper. Faces are a frequent focus, and creating is a necessary outlet to keep the mind balanced. In October 2023, Kelsey won Art Battle, demonstrating strong skill in live competitive painting.
Madeleine is back! She paints colorful and whimsical depictions of everyday landscapes. She has loved her time as a participant and volunteer for Art Battle. /sf
Sam is a local visual arts major working toward their BFA. They love bold color and draw inspiration from animation and classic children’s books. Though they usually work in sculpture and animation, Sam uses painting to deepen their creations and bring their materials to life.
Samantha is a visionary painter inspired by surreal dreamscapes, sacred geometry, and abstract neon landscapes. Her ethereal color palettes and layered, intricate imagery invite viewers into imaginative, mystic worlds filled with soulful figures and shifting terrain. Through her art, she seeks connection, growth, and dialogue—embracing each opportunity for community, exposure, and creative evolution.
Sofia is a Mexican visual artist based in Victoria, BC, specializing in oil painting that explores texture, depth, and emotion. Her intuitive yet informed approach stems from a background in Art History and mentorship under Carlos Cárdenas. She has exhibited widely and continues to evolve her expressive style through experimentation and technical refinement.
