ABOUT
Gallery 881 is conveniently located on Vancouver’s Eastside and shares a corner with Prototype Coffee in the Strathcona Neighbourhood. We are a founding member of the Vancouver Art Walk, a self-guided tour of Vancouver’s Arts District with events happening the first Saturday of every month.
REGULAR HOURS
Tuesday - Friday 10a - 5p
Saturday Noon - 5p
EXTENDED HOURS
By appointment and special events
As an independently operated gallery, our hours may vary. If you have questions, please contact us in advance or see the Gallery 881 Instagram for announcements. We are also open for private viewings.
MISSION
Gallery 881 promotes the photographic arts through exhibitions, art sales, public events, and other visual art-based programming. We offer a rotating selection of artwork for purchase, along with curated flat file art drawers and the Book & Zine Wall, a library of independently produced publications. Stay connected by subscribing to the 881 Newsletter for updates on upcoming exhibitions, new art holdings, and special events.
Committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive arts community, Gallery 881 provides a platform for diverse voices for emerging, mid-career, and established artists. Through exhibitions, artist talks, and collaborative programming, we strive to create meaningful connections between artists and the public. As a space that values accessibility, inclusivity, and creative exchange, our mission is to ensure that art remains open, engaging, and available to all.
ACCESSIBILITY
Gallery 881 is committed to providing an accessible and welcoming space for all visitors. Our street-level entrance has no steps. The gallery features wide double doors (72" x 80"). The gallery floor is flat with no internal stairs and our events are scent-reduced. We offer one non-gendered, private, universal washroom with grab bars and a 32” wide entrance for wheelchair access. Support animals are welcome and we strive to create a comfortable environment for all visitors.
If you have questions or need assistance, please call us at 604-789-6987.
SUPPORT US
Gallery 881 is an independent, self-funded gallery dedicated to fostering a vibrant local art ecosystem. We rely on community support to sustain our mission of providing free exhibitions, artist programs, and accessible photography education. By donating or becoming a patron, you directly contribute to the development and enrichment of the arts, ensuring continued opportunities for artists and public engagement—especially for underserved communities. Your support helps keep art open, inclusive, and thriving.
PRINTMAKER STUDIO
Gallery 881 also houses PrintMaker Studio, a full service fine art print production service with expertise in digital printmaking and finishing for artists and collectors alike. The digital print service is also available to the general public for fine art digital printing, custom picture framing, and art consultations. PrintMaker Studio is a Canson Infinity Certified Print Lab.
PrintMaker studio makes exceptional prints using the latest digital technology, the finest paper, and the experiential know-how to transform digital files into a beautiful, tactile presentation. Private and group consultations, workshops, and educational opportunities are also available.
PrintMaker Studio is the principal sponsor of Gallery 881. By printing and framing with them, you directly support the mission of Gallery 881.
PEOPLE
John Goldsmith, Owner and Gallerist
Gallery 881 is a creation of John Goldsmith, a Detroit-born artist and fine art printer currently living and working in Vancouver, Canada. He has a Master's Degree in Physical Chemistry from Indiana University where he used light to investigate properties of matter. During this time, he began taking darkroom and photography classes at the Hull House in Chicago, IL and began to develop his own art practice.
In 2013, he was an invited artist for the inaugural Capture Photography Festival and the 2016 award winner for a public art display on the Canada Line. John’s photographs have been featured at exhibitions including the Format Festival (UK), Third Floor Gallery (Wales), and the Head On Photo Festival (Australia). His artwork has been regularly featured in print and online publications. In 2020, John began PrintMaker Studio, a fine art print and custom framing studio located in Vancouver, Canada. Prior to Gallery 881, he was co-creator of 560 Gallery.