UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Our WORKSHOPS are designed as day-long or weekend-long classes for you to learn a new skill, technique, or medium of your choosing! They are structured for beginners, right up to advanced working artists. Feel free to peruse our available workshops below!
Students receive a 15% discount on art supplies on the day of the workshop! Shopping early? Show us your registration and we’ll honour the discount in advance. Please note: discount does not apply to items already on sale.
NOV
15
Saturday
10 am – 4 pm
$145
Raccoon - Paint Along
with Connie Geerts
Spend the day painting a lively and endearing raccoon in acrylic with Connie Geerts as your guide. Known for their bright eyes and playful spirit, raccoons make a wonderful subject to explore texture, contrast, and expression. Step by step, Connie will walk you through key techniques such as layering, blending, and brushwork, while also sharing tips on color harmony and composition.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a finished painting full of character and charm, along with practical skills you can apply to future creative projects. All supplies are included—just bring a lunch and enjoy a fun, hands-on day of painting and discovery.
Loosen Up Your Paintings
with Ingrid Christensen
Join Ingrid Christensen in this two-day workshop to gain the methods and the confidence to paint boldly and loosely in any genre. We’ll explore several techniques for loosening up tight paintings as well as for avoiding excessive tightness in the first place.
You’ll be encouraged toward greater broadness – not for its own sake, but as a way to find your own happy limits. We won’t avoid all lines and hard edges because they can serve as powerful contrasts for loose or lost edges in other areas of a painting. Instead, our goal will be to explore the full range of edge treatments, from broad to controlled, and to use them to create richer paintings.
Throughout the workshop, we’ll focus on simplification, colour and mark making.
Watercolours
with Ralph Temple
If you think you would like to try painting in watercolour but don’t know where to start, just add the word “yet”!
Join artist Ralph Temple and explore painting in watercolour. Ralph will cover topics such as fundamental aspects of
- preparation,
- composition,
- sequencing,
- and painting techniques.
Subject matter is the choice of the participant and any image is worthwhile.
Fast & Fun Floral Abstract Minis
with Allison Dawrant
Jump straight into painting in this fast-paced acrylic workshop, perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. Guided by artist Allison Dawrant, participants will create four vibrant mini canvases or wood panels, layering bold colours from warm pinks and oranges to cool teals and greens. Along the way, you’ll pick up tips and tricks for finishing abstract works while discovering your own unique style.
Everyone will leave with four nearly finished mini paintings—bright, textured, and uniquely yours. Allison will provide final varnishing tips for you to do at home (it takes a week or two for the paintings to fully dry).
Bring an open mind and a little room in your car for your fresh artwork!
NOV
23
Sunday
10 am – 4 pm
$155
Bob Ross® Bubbling Mountain Brook Oil Painting
with CRI® Tracey Leigh Crozier
Join Bob Ross Certified Instructor® Tracey Leigh Crozier in this fun FULL DAY workshop! All supplies are included in this wet-on-wet class where you will be led from the beginning stages to a complete oil painting of a bubbling mountain brook.
You will be shown in a step-by-step manner how to prepare a white gesso canvas with liquid white, experience the art of mixing colour and learn how to use different painting tools to create a happy little landscape.
Unleash your inner artist! Beginners are welcome. There is no previous experience required – just the desire to paint or learn a new skill and have a great time. As Bob always said, “There are no mistakes, just happy little accidents!”
NOV
27
Thursday
6 pm – 9 pm
$45
Winter Wonderland Paint Along
with Lisa Roberts
Join Lisa Roberts for a cozy 3-hour paint-along workshop and create your very own winter scene!
In this class, you’ll learn how to paint beautiful fir trees and capture the magic of the northern lights in the background.
All supplies are included — just bring your creativity and a love for winter! As the weather turns chilly, it’s the perfect time to paint a little snow and enjoy a relaxing, creative evening.
Little Tags, Loads of Cheer: Holiday Edition
with Ann Purdy
In this joyful three-hour workshop, you’ll create charming, hand-crafted Christmas tags with calligrapher and artist Ann Purdy, using coloured pencils and playful lettering.
Whether you are a seasoned doodler or just love holiday crafting, this session is a charming escape into the art of holiday detail and creative expression.
Come ready to colour, design, and spread cheer—one tiny tag at a time!
NOV
30
Sunday
9:30 am – 3:30 pm
$140
Alcohol Ink Christmas Cards
with Sherry Telle
Celebrate the holiday season with creativity and festive cheer! In this fun, beginner-friendly workshop with Sherry Telle, you’ll learn how to use vibrant alcohol inks to design unique, one-of-a-kind Christmas cards. These handmade cards are perfect for sharing with the special people in your life and will make your holiday greetings truly unforgettable.
All alcohol inks and Yupo paper are provided—just bring your own card stock to complete your creations.
No prior experience is needed; alcohol inks are an easy and enjoyable medium for beginners to explore.
Watercolours
with Ralph Temple
If you think you would like to try painting in watercolour but don’t know where to start, just add the word “yet”!
Join artist Ralph Temple and explore painting in watercolour. Ralph will cover topics such as fundamental aspects of
- preparation,
- composition,
- sequencing,
- and painting techniques.
Subject matter is the choice of the participant and any image is worthwhile.
DEC
6
Saturday
1 pm – 4 pm
$65
Holiday Cards in Watercolour
with Laura Gerein
Join Laura Gerein in this watercolour workshop where we’ll implement beginner-friendly techniques in a pressure-free environment designed to maximize fun and play.
With Laura’s guided instruction, you will paint and complete three holiday-themed cards together.
All supplies are included so all you have to bring is your holiday spirit!
Mountain Landscapes
with Emma Rach-Syslak
This whole-day workshop is an immersive experience that invites artists of all levels to explore the allure of the mountains.
Artist Emma Rach-Syslak will teach you how to use brushwork, shape design, and how different edges create a realistic mountain scene.
With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to convey the unique and beautiful elements of mountainous terrain in oil paint, and create a unique holiday gift.
DEC
11
Thursday
6 pm – 9 pm
$95
Bob Ross® Aurora Waterfall Oil Painting
with CRI® Tracey Leigh Crozier
Join Bob Ross Certified Instructor® Tracey Leigh Crozier in this fun evening workshop! All supplies are included in this wet-on-wet class where you will be led from the beginning stages to a complete oil painting of an Aurora Waterfall scene in just a few hours!
You will be shown in a step-by-step manner how to prepare a black gesso canvas with liquid clear, experience the art of mixing colour and learn how to use different painting tools to create a happy little landscape!
Unleash your inner artist! Beginners are welcome. There is no previous experience required–just the desire to paint or learn a new skill and have a great time! As Bob always said, “There are no mistakes, just happy little accidents!”
DEC
13
Saturday
10 am – 4 pm
$145
Mom & Baby Bears - Paint Along
with Connie Geerts
Join artist Connie Geerts for a heartwarming acrylic paint-along of a mother bear with her two playful cubs. This step-by-step workshop is designed for all skill levels.
Through guided demonstrations, you’ll learn essential acrylic techniques such as layering, blending, and brushwork to bring fur, form, and atmosphere to life. Connie will share practical tips on colour mixing, composition, and paint application while also offering insights into how to convey mood and connection within your painting.
By the end of the day, you’ll have a completed artwork of a mother bear and her cubs to take home and enjoy. More importantly, you’ll gain skills and confidence that will support your own future painting projects.
Abstract What You Love: Objects • Florals • Landscapes
with Nadine Johnson
This two-day workshop with Nadine Johnson is all about transforming the things that inspire you into expressive abstract paintings. Whether it’s a floral, a favourite object, or a landscape you hold close, we’ll explore how to break things down into colour, shape, and movement—and then build them back up through layering, collage, and mark-making.
Instead of focusing on finished pieces, we’ll spend our time exploring how to capture the essence of what you love in paint. You’ll discover fresh approaches, loosen up your process, and find new ways of expressing yourself through abstraction.
Beginners are welcome—no previous experience required, just a desire to paint, play, and try something new. In this workshop, there are no mistakes, only creative discoveries waiting to happen.
Oil Painting for Beginners
with Emma Rach-Syslak
This workshop is thoughtfully crafted for beginners, or artists in other mediums looking to delve into the world of oil painting.
Throughout this hands-on experience with artist Emma Rach-Syslak, participants will be introduced to the essential tools, techniques, and principles that form the foundation of oil painting.
We will go over surfaces, brushes, colour mixing and many other intricacies that are unique to oil painting.
Beginner Acrylic Painting
with Holly McWilliams
Discover the joy of acrylic painting with Holly McWilliams!
Acrylic paint can be tricky—fast-drying, sometimes stubborn, and full of surprises. If you’ve ever felt frustrated with your painting, you’re definitely not alone, and that’s exactly why Holly created this workshop! Together, you’ll tackle the challenges of acrylics and turn them into an easy, playful, and inspiring experience.
Perfect for absolute beginners or anyone wanting to explore acrylics without investing in a full kit, Holly provides almost everything you need (just bring a couple of brushes). Come enjoy a full day of creative fun, personalized guidance, and a supportive community of fellow artists—all in a relaxed, inspiring environment.
Beginner Oil Painting
with Holly McWilliams
Step into the World of Oil Painting with Holly McWilliams!
Have you ever dreamed of painting in oils but didn’t know where to start? Holly’s Beginner Oil Painting Workshop is your perfect introduction! Whether you’re a total beginner or an artist curious about trying a new medium, this workshop gives you everything you need to dive in with confidence.
Oil painting can feel tricky, but with Holly’s friendly guidance, step-by-step instruction, and a supportive, fun atmosphere, you’ll learn the techniques to create beautiful, expressive paintings with ease. All supplies are included (just bring a couple of brushes), so all you need to bring is your creativity—and your sense of adventure!