Welcome to Imagine That!

Imagine that! Artists

Imagine That! is an artisan-run co-operative store in Duncan in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, B.C.

Midway between Victoria and Nanaimo, the Cowichan Valley is renowned for its high concentration of artists per capita. Our store shows the finest local art and craft pieces, featuring artists' paintings, photography, works in clay, glass, wood, metal and fibre. We offer an ever changing selection from some of the best artists in the Cowichan Valley and on Vancouver Island.

For the more than 60 artists whose work is featured in the shop, the importance of hand-made is clear, and there is a personal story behind each piece they create. Artists come from as close as a few blocks away, from throughout the greater Cowichan Valley, as well as from some of our adjacent smaller islands. Each artist has transformed their passion for creativity into beautiful and functional pieces.

Artists at Imagine That! are always bringing new work that pushes at the creative edge, keeping things lively and fresh. Jewellery made from unexpected materials, wind chimes from salvaged pieces of silver service, bird houses that incorporate found objects, pottery that finds new expression in form and function. Such pieces allow for a bit of fun and quirkiness, also a trademark of hand-made.

Tuesday To Friday: 11 - 4pm

Saturday: 10 - 3pm

Art & Appies Night is an early evening, self-guided cultural stroll through Downtown Duncan.

Participating galleries, studios, and select retail shops transform their spaces into mini-exhibit stops featuring local artists, curated collections or creative demonstrations.

Guests enjoy a small bite or dessert from Cure Meat & Cheese at each stop and take home small gifts. The night blends art appreciation, light socializing, and downtown exploration.

Participating Shops and Galleries include Judy Hill Gallery, Station Street Gallery, Imagine That!, Excellent Frameworks; the Home of E.J. Hughes, Cowichan Public Art Gallery and Little Bird.

Tickets are $23 and can be purchased at www.downtownduncan.ca/artandappies

Please be sure to stop by Imagine that! Come and see demonstrations by Cheryl Painter and Dave Woodall. We would love to see you!

On Display in Our Front Windows! Featured Artist from April 24 to May 22, 2026 Artwork by Todd McAneeley Todd McAneeley: Wood Artistry Todd is well-known for his live edge mirrors and headboards. He often enhances his furniture pieces by adding carved sculptural elements which capture nature in a distinctive way. His artistry celebrates the beauty of our local woods. Featured Artist from April 24 to May 22, 2026 Artwork by Linda Richter Linda Richter: Hand-Built Clay Linda has experimented with many art forms and mediums. She became fascinated with hand building and sculpting in clay 25 years ago and has attended courses in California and in Canada. Clay permits the expression of Linda’s humour and soulful imagination through the earthy and often whimsical characters she creates for home and garden. Featured Artists from May 22 to June 26, 2026 Artwork by Lorraine Taylor Art can be as soft as silk Four former Imagine That! Board Presidents who have contributed to the success and longevity of our artists’ co-operative collaborate on a unique exhibition this month. Featured in our main window are Sandra Greenaway and Lorraine Taylor. Lorraine hand-paints silk scarves and garments, which feature a wonderful soft feel. Artwork by Sandra Greenaway Art can be as soft as silk Four former Imagine That! Board Presidents who have contributed to the success and longevity of our artists’ co-operative collaborate on a unique exhibition this month. Featured in our main window are Sandra Greenaway and Lorraine Taylor. Sandra’s specialty is a colourful and graceful array of kimono, often made from smooth and supple rayon.

Featured Artists from May 22 to June 26, 2026

Artwork by Robin Millan Art can be as hard as nails Four former Imagine That! Board Presidents who have contributed to the success and longevity of our artists’ co-operative collaborate on a unique exhibition this month. Featured in our boutique window are Robin Millan and Margot Page. Robin often creates fantastical creatures from papier mâché, which have hard surfaces.

Featured Artist from May 22 to June 26, 2026

Artwork by Margot Page Art can be as hard as nails Four former Imagine That! Board Presidents who have contributed to the success and longevity of our artists’ co-operative collaborate on a unique exhibition this month. Featured in our boutique window are Robin Millan and Margot Page. Margot is famous for her enamel work on metal. These metal pieces can be stand-alone, such as pins or magnets, or can be applied as plaques to glass vases and more.