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The artist is flanked by daughter Alison and wife Shirley. Bates has been a member of the Federation of Canadian Artists since '83.

HARRISON GALLERIES owner Mary Southerst (right) couldn't help but be pleased with the turnout for last Wednesday's opening of an exhibition by West Vancouver artist George Bates (left), Bates’ still-lifes, street scenes, landscapes and marine themes reflect his appreciation for both realist and impressionist tra-

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SYLVIA DREW §adiires LEFT TO right: Jennifer Harrison, Sarah Gillingham and Terry

Sunlight Gleam, a painting of | Adam were called upon to serve the large and thirsty crowd of art Third Beach at Stanley Park. enthusiasts. The gallery is located at 1471 Marine Dr., West Van.

mM i # : CORINE TKACHUK, her husband, Mark (centre), and Steve Taillefer share a laugh. The trio are friends of the artist's daughter, -Alison. Bates’ work is represented in private and corporate collec- : tions in North America, Europe and the Far East. we re : ; Pp .

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