Audain Art Museum mounts Takao Tanabe centennial retrospective

On September 16, 2026, the Audain Art Museum in Whistler, British Columbia, will unveil 'Takao Tanabe 100: Inside Passage' to celebrate the artist's centenary. This exhibition, part of the museum's decade-long anniversary festivities, showcases more than fifty pieces created over six decades, providing an in-depth look at Tanabe's artistic evolution. In addition to his renowned coastal and prairie landscapes, the display includes lesser-known collections like the 'White Paintings,' 'Emperor' series, hard-edge works, and personal river scenes, illustrating his diverse creative spectrum from modernist abstraction to tranquil landscapes. Tanabe is celebrated as one of Canada's foremost painters, recognized for his significant impact on the nation's art scene.