Little Builders (ages 5-9) – 8 weeks
Little Builders (ages 5-9) – 8 weeks
In this 8-week art course, children aged 5-9 will create a variety of 3D creations using clay, paper, craft supplies, and more!
In this 8-week art course, children aged 5-9 will create a variety of 3D creations using clay, paper, craft supplies, and more!
Explore art-making in 3 dimensions! In this class, students will create a series of sculptural projects, using a variety of mediums including clay, wire, paper, and more.
Local abstract painter, Shelby Dawn Smith, will lead this class on mixed media abstraction. Learn different markmaking techniques to resolve a composition.
In this 8 week course, teens will explore the concept of place and space in artwork. References will be made to contemporary and historical artists.
Presenter: Heather ShillinglawJoin exhibiting artist, Heather Shillinglaw, for an opening reception of her show, Whiskey Scrip. The evening will include time to socialize, as well as a live performance by the artist. It is sure to be an evening you won't want to miss!Admission by donation. You may also be interested in:Heather Shillinglaw, Whiskey Scrip Art Beyond […]
Presenter: Heather ShillinglawJoin exhibiting artist, Heather Shillinglaw, as she speaks about her art, travels, and culture.Admission by donation.-Heather Shillinglaw, a Metis artist, in memory and in practice looked to her Awas Nohkom’s (Grandmothers from before) by looking into the bush for healing, life and sustainability. In the stories they passed down; carrying all they owned […]
Instructor: Heather ShillinglawWith inspiration from her exhibition "Whiskey Scrip" artist Heather Shillinglaw will guide you in designing your own floral brooch. On miniature scale, explore the techniques of her unique art-quilting style. Through stitching and collaging fabrics, you will examine textures and colors to create a layering effect. Finally, you will enhance your flower using […]
Presenter: Heather ShillinglawJoin Metis artist, Heather Shillinglaw, for a live performance followed by a question and answer period to compliment her exhibition Whiskey Scrip.The performance features the artist speaking over an audio recording of layered violin paired with the sounds of rubbing of a whiskey barrel and sounds from the natural world. The audio is meant […]
Learn over your lunch The Art of Collecting at the Douglas Family Art Centre. Curator Sophie Lavoie, a former high-end art gallery sales manager will speak about building an art collection, and its benefits.
Join Tour Guide, Susan Bulman, at the Douglas Family Art Centre for a guided tour of Heather Shillinglaw's Whiskey Scrip.
Presenter: Michel Saint HilaireMichel Saint Hilaire is a self-taught artist. His work is inspired by universal themes, ranging from human infrastructures intersecting with those of natural environments to the complexity of interpersonal relationships. Hilaire uses avant-garde mixed media techniques, layering dry medium over traditional paint with a focus on architectural motifs and geometric design.Join Michel […]