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

On Display in Our Front Windows!

Featured Artist from October 23 to November 20, 2026

Artwork by Michael Dean Michael Dean: Island Scenes Artist Michael Dean captures the history and spirit of Vancouver Island in his realistic impressions of working coastal vessels, forests, and beach scenes. Using both watercolours and oils, Michael’s paintings are well-known for their finely crafted details.

Featured Artists from October 23 to November 20, 2026

Stockings and Stuffers Stockings and Stuffers Many of us have fond childhood memories of exploring our Christmas stockings, filled with special goodies from Santa. You can revive those memories by choosing your stockings and some delightful stuffers from Imagine That! Three artists can help you. Sandra Holmes creates incredibly ornamented stockings (some even for your pet!), Melva Geldreich makes a variety of scented and un-scented soaps, and Carolyn Morris fashions a beautiful array of beeswax candles. Help Santa out and choose several gifts for your friends and family.

Featured Artists from November 20 to December 31, 2026

Artwork by Imagine That artists Holiday Traditions For 33 years, Imagine That! has been part of Vancouver Island’s holiday traditions, promoting the beauty and value of locally-made hand-crafted gifts. During the holiday season, we showcase work by a selection of our artists in our street-level display windows. You will appreciate the fine craftsmanship and the wide variety of genres. Make Imagine That! a part of your holiday traditions.

Featured Artist from October 23 to November 20, 2026

Stockings and Stuffers Stockings and Stuffers Many of us have fond childhood memories of exploring our Christmas stockings, filled with special goodies from Santa. You can revive those memories by choosing your stockings and some delightful stuffers from Imagine That! Three artists can help you. Sandra Holmes creates incredibly ornamented stockings (some even for your pet!), Melva Geldreich makes a variety of scented and un-scented soaps, and Carolyn Morris fashions a beautiful array of beeswax candles. Help Santa out and choose several gifts for your friends and family.