SUSAN POINT: SPINDLE WHORL

Musqueam artist Susan Point is one of the most accomplished and important contemporary Coast Salish artists. Over her career, she has worked in screen and wood block printing, carving, paper casting, industrial metal cutting, jewelry and public sculptures. Throughout, the motif of the spindle whorl — the wooden disc with a pole through the centre used to prepare wool for weaving into garments and ceremonial blankets — has been present. This overview of her work explores its significance.

When: Until May 28 Where: Vancouver Art Gallery Tickets and info: From $6.50, at vanartgallery.bc.ca