About Us
Tofino Gallery of Contemporary Art represents Canadian contemporary artists in painting, sculpture & photography.
Opening its doors in June, 2021, TGCA is committed to contributing to and enhancing arts and culture in Tofino, a world-class destination situated in the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Trust on Vancouver Island, operating in the unceded and traditional territories of the Tla-o-quiaht First Nations.
Located in The Campbell House behind Rhino Coffee, TGCA keeps good company with neighbouring art galleries, restaurants, coffee houses and uniquely local retail stores.
TGCA is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11am-5pm daily.
Painting
TGCA offers a thoughtfully curated collection of original paintings in abstract, figurative and representational styles.
Sculpture
TGCA is delighted to represent metal sculptor Frances Solar, bronze sculptor Jim Schwartz, concrete sculptor Birgit Piskor and winterstone sculptor Anne-Sophie Falconer.
Photography
TGCA is delighted to represent Whistler-based photographer Stacey Bodnaruk and Tofino-based photographer Lara Palmer.
The Tofino Gallery of Contemporary Art is an experiential gallery welcoming art enthusiasts. Its intimate size, natural light, high ceilings and acoustics offer a beautiful environment for viewing. Come in and look, listen and feel the art that is presented.
Our Team
Gallerist
Leah McDiarmid
Leah has been a lover and collector of art since purchasing her first Herbert Siebner painting in her early 20s, paying for it in instalments. She completed an Architectural Interior Design program at Pacific Design Academy in 2008, and an Art History & Visual Studies degree (Honours) at the University of Victoria in 2019. Leah and husband Bruce are long-time residents of Tofino. Bruce and his brothers grew up in Tofino in the 1960s, and Bruce’s family owns the iconic Wickaninnish Inn, managed by Charles McDiarmid.
With hospitality at the forefront, Leah and Bruce own and operate Tofino Beach Collective, a boutique management company offering three exceptional, art-filled vacation rental homes at Chesterman Beach. The homes are thoughtfully curated and serve as satellite galleries for the TGCA. Leah’s background in interior design, art collection and curation, and extensive art-focused travel in Europe and Mexico, have created a unique opportunity to establish the TGCA and be a part of Tofino’s diverse arts community.
Sales associate
Montserrat Seaman
Montserrat, originally from Mazatlan, Mexico, has made Tofino her home since 1994. With an extensive background in retail and hospitality, Montserrat brings a professional, thoughtful approach to assisting collectors with their art selection. As an experimental artist herself, and distant relative of renowned Barcelona painter Joan Miro, Montserrat has an eye and intuitive knowledge for art. She is a welcome addition to the gallery team and is excited to share her passion with collectors and visitors.
