Ministry of Casual Living

In the summer of 2021, I did an artist residency at the Ministry of Casual Living in Victoria, Canada. I worked on a series of drawings and paintings, which culminated in an open studio exhibition for the public. During this residency, I began exploring new subject matter, specifically the vibrant energy of crowds, shows, and nightlife.

Black and white sketches created by visual artist Alissa Zilber of people dancing and embracing.

Slowdance Drawing. Charcoal on mylar. 91 x 61 cm. 2021.

Flash. Acrylic paint on paper. 39 x 26.5 cm. 2021.

Pile. Red pencil and conté on mylar. 91 x 61 cm. 2021.

Posters that I made from Pile.

The Ministry of Casual Living in Victoria, British Columbia transformed as painter Alissa Zilber’s studio during an artist residency.
Visitors looking at visual artist Alissa Zilber’s drawings and paintings during her open studio exhibition at the Ministry of Casual Living in Victoria, British Columbia.
An open studio exhibition of visual artist Alissa Zilber’s drawings and paintings at the Ministry of Casual Living in Victoria, British Columbia.