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Visual Exploration Club (Ages 13+)

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

About Visual Exploration Club (VEC): Students can expect to learn about other artists, experiment with various materials, and make mistakes. Each participant receives a sketchbook to track their skill development in a wide range of materials such as drawing, painting, printmaking and 3-dimensional art. This session is for ages 13+, or secondary students in grades […]

$200

Needle Felted Painting Workshop Series with Sarah Elizabeth

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Learn the basics of needle felted painting in this calm and meditative workshop. Needle felting is a creative craft that involves sculpting shapes and figures using wool and special felting needles. It’s a simple yet versatile technique that allows you to create amazing creations with just a few supplies. When: Thursdays, 6:00pm-8:00pm Duration: 4 weeks (February 27 […]

$195

Learn to Make an Axe Block

Blewett Nelson, BC, Canada

In this 3 hour workshop I will teach you to make your own axe block that is the perfect working height for you. The axe block is the mini work bench of the carving world. A simple but very functional piece of portable equipment that is necessary for an enjoyable carving experience. A properly sized […]

$120

Beats and Brushes: Kid’s HIP-HOP and VISUAL ARTS Workshop

TBA

Join us this MARCH BREAK for four days of music, storytelling, art, and creativity! Kids will collaborate with conscious hip-hop artist Kosmic T to write, produce, and record an original hip-hop song. From writing catchy hooks to exploring beats and rhythms—no experience needed, just enthusiasm! Animator and Artist Angela Meilleur (owner of Acorns and Aprons) […]

$325

Spring Break Photography Camp with Charlotte Truant (Ages 9-13)

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Join instructor Charlotte Truant for a week of photography exploration. Participants will be provided with DSLR cameras, learning to take photos both indoors and outdoors. Each day will begin and end at the VISAC Gallery. Depending on weather, they may take excursions around Trail to capture photos outdoors, or in other buildings. Kids will be […]

BEATS & BRUSHES: kid’s Hip-Hop and Visual Arts Workshop

Acrons and Aprons South Slocan, BC

Join us this MARCH BREAK for four days of music, storytelling, art, and creativity! Kids will collaborate with conscious hip-hop artist Kosmic T to write, produce, and record an original hip-hop song. From writing catchy hooks to exploring beats and rhythms—no experience needed, just enthusiasm! Animator and Artist Angela Meilleur (owner of Acorns and Aprons) […]

Berry Earrings Beading Workshop

Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre 7777 Mission Road, Cranbrook, BC

Join us for a special Beading Workshop at the Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre, where you’ll learn how to create a one-of-a-kind set of Berry Earrings! This hands-on workshop, led by Darcy Roshau, is a fantastic opportunity to explore traditional beading techniques in a welcoming and creative environment. Date: March 21, 2025Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PMLocation: […]

Learn to Carve an Eating Spoon

Blewett Nelson, BC, Canada

In this 6 hour workshop, we will take a deep dive into the world of green wood spoon carving. We’ll cover all the skills you’ll need to go out into the woods identify, cut, cleave, axe, carve, and finish a beautiful and ergonomic piece of functional wooden ware. Both the most basic of daily utilitarian […]

$175

Kid’s Felting Workshop

Acrons and Aprons South Slocan, BC

3-day March Break Felting Workshop for Kids – Course Summary This three-day workshop invites children ages 6-12 to explore the art of felting while incorporating colour theory, creativity, and hands-on crafting. Each day, kids will learn a new felting technique—wet felting and needle felting—while creating beautiful handmade projects to take home. Beyond fiber arts, the […]

Pottery Wine & Wheel at The Arts Station

The Arts Station Fernie

A fun evening of pottery and socialising! $68 REGISTER ONLINE $19+ Try out a new skill while sipping on a glass of wine to ignite your creativity and unwind. Beer, cider and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. A casual introduction to throwing on the wheel. Price includes clay and one drink. This event is […]

Learn to Sharpen Your Carving Knives

Blewett Nelson, BC, Canada

In this 3 hour workshop we will cover how to sharpen both a traditional Scandinavian grind carving knife and also curved hook knives. You will provided with your own simple sand paper based sharpening kit and strop to take home with you. I can provide knives for you to practice on, or if you have […]

$110

Visual Exploration Club (Ages 5-8)

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

About Visual Exploration Club (VEC): Students can expect to learn about other artists, experiment with various materials, and make mistakes. Each participant receives a sketchbook to track their skill development in a wide range of materials such as drawing, painting, printmaking and 3-dimensional art. This session is for ages 5-8, or primary students in grades […]

$200