10356A Bottom Wood Lake Road
Lake Country, BC
Lake Country Art Gallery is pleased to present HECKLERS! A Spectrum of Human Anxiety™, the 2026 Members’ Exhibition.
Like stand-up comedians, every artist encounters a heckler at some point in their life—whether a childhood bully, an imagined frenemy, or something easier to express than explain.
This year’s exhibition brings together member artists responding to that shared experience. Each has conjured a heckler of their own, forming a cast of characters that span the spectrum of human anxiety™—from the deeply personal to the broadly relatable.
Stepping inside the gallery, visitors take centre stage as the hecklers stare back. Interactive elements invite audiences further into the role of protagonist, confronting these many faces of adversity and, in doing so, becoming part of the narrative themselves.
Ultimately, like the best stand-up comedians, the exhibition suggests a shift in perspective: that these voices of doubt—once faced—can be absorbed, transformed, and even incorporated into one’s routine.
The exhibition reflects a wide range of interpretations drawn from the original member call, which invited artists to explore the “heckler” as both internal and external—manifestations of doubt, fear, and resistance that accompany creative and personal growth.
Opening Reception & AGM Invitation
The public is warmly invited to attend the opening reception on Saturday, April 11 at 1:00 PM. Gallery members are encouraged to stay following the opening to participate in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) from 2:00 PM.
Exhibition Dates
April 11 – May 17, 2026
Gallery Hours
Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Featured Works (Images Attached)
- Tariffs — Jim Demchuck
- Almost a Murder — Glenn Clark
- HECKLER I — Angela Hanson