Join in the fun
Workshops will be in The Queen’s Park Gallery, unless stated otherwise.
Monday April 27th 6.30 to 8.30pm:
Join Ritika Shah for a fun, hands-on spring themed gouache painting session and unleash your creativity!
Spring Gouache Painting with Ritika Shah!
Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of gouache painting this spring! This in-person event is perfect for anyone looking to explore new art techniques, have fun, and meet fellow art lovers. Ritika Shah will guide you through creating stunning spring-inspired artworks. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, come express your creativity and enjoy a relaxing, colorful evening!
This event is free to everybody. To attend this workshop, you must register first.
All participants, will get to take home their own little masterpiece, they created in the class.
Maximum number of participant is 12 people.
Presented by New West Artists, and in partnership with Arts New West.
(Registration required)
Tuesday April 28th 6 to 9pm
Drop in Collage Workshop with Greg Goosen
no registration needed This workshop is in Centennial Lodge
Wednesday April 29th 6.30 to 8.30pm
Get creative with Julie and make cool art using recycled materials in this fun, hands-on printmaking workshop!
Julie’s Recycled Printmaking Workshop
Learn how to transform recycled materials into printing plates, experiment with ways of printing without a press, and create one-of-a-kind works of art. Perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike, this workshop emphasizes creativity, sustainability, and the joy of exploring new techniques.
Free for everybody, you just need to register first.
All participants, will get to take home their own little masterpiece, they created in the class.
Max class size, 12 people
Presented by New West Artists, and in partnership with Arts New West.. (Registration required)
Thursday April 30th 6.30 to 8.30pm: Join Karla’s Wet Felting Flower Workshop to craft cute, colorful blooms with wool—fun hands-on art time!
Karla’s Wet Felting Flower Workshop!
Get ready to dive into the colorful world of flower felting with Karla! This in-person event is perfect if you love crafting and want to learn a fun, hands-on skill. Karla will guide you step-by-step as you create your own beautiful felt flowers. No experience needed, just bring your creativity and good vibes. It’s a chill, cozy way to spend time and make something special. Can’t wait to see you there!
This event is free to everybody. To attend this workshop, you must register first.
All participants, will get to take home their own little felted flower, they created in the class.
Maximum number of participant is 12 people.
Presented by New West Artists, and in partnership with Arts New West. (Registration required)
Friday May 1st 6.30 to 8.30pm:
Get creative and chill with Selena Drake in a fun, hands-on pour painting class—no experience needed!
Pour Painting Class with Selena Drake
These sessions offer basic techniques on how to create abstract art using pour paintng, a playful style that involves mixing paint colors and pouring them onto a canvas to produce beautiful abstracts. Pour paintng is a free-form expression that requires no prior experience. You will also be shown ways to create a sacred space for creative inspiration startng with a short, guided meditation at the beginning of the class.
Participants will take home two 10″ x10″ canvases of their creations and be gifted a crystal for creative energy!
Note: We use water based acrylics and non toxic materials. All supplies are included including aprons, disposable gloves, paints, cups, and takeaway boxes. Please note that paint may spill on clothes and while they will likely wash out, we can’t guarantee!
To attend this workshop, you must register in advance, as this workshop will fill up fast.
This workshop is limited to 12 people.
Presented by New West Artists, and in partnership with Arts New West. (Registration required)
Saturday May 2nd 2.30 to 4.30pm:
Dot Mandala on Coasters Painting Workshop with Shachi
Dot Mandala on Coasters Painting Workshop with Shachi
Join us for a fun and relaxing in person workshop where you will explore the art of dot mandala painting on coasters.
Join us for a fun and relaxing in person workshop where you will explore the art of dot mandala painting on coasters. Shachi will guide you step by step to create your own beautiful, symmetrical design using simple dotting techniques, perfect for beginners and anyone looking for a mindful creative break.
This session is a great way to unwind, express your creativity, and enjoy a calming, meditative art form. All materials will be provided, and you will leave with a unique hand painted coaster to take home.
This event is free to everybody. To attend this workshop, you must register first.
All participants, will get to take home their own little masterpiece, they created in the class.
Maximum number of participant is 12 people.
Presented by New West Artists, and in partnership with Arts New West.
(Registration required)