On the drive from Duncan to Nanaimo there are many scenic spots and lots of signposts for artisan homes (potter, weaver, glass blower etc.).  We stopped at some very scenic places.  I particularly liked the small seaside community of Chemainus which is known for the many giant outdoor murals painted on the fronts of buildings all over town.  The town had international artists paint the murals as a means of attracting tourist dollars when the original forestry, fishing, and mining industries no longer provided sufficient means.  It worked and now Chemainus calls itself The Little Town that Did.

A few murals and a few unique other spots.   Follow the yellow footprints on the sidewalks to do a mural tour.

#1 - logs in the river
#2 - mural at Pharma Plus
#3 - general store
#4 - I don't know who he is supposed to be (must find out).
#5 - The Castle B&B
#6 - The Twisted Sisters Tea Room
#7 - a nice quiet spot
#8 - another nice serene spot