BC Family Day Extravaganza 2023

Comox Community Centre 1855 Noel Ave BC Comox British Columbia CA

Bring the whole family - enjoy BC Family Day together. Bounce through our bouncy obstacle course, play some games, ride the plasma cars, try an Escape Room, enjoy an aged-based […]

Wachiay Studio Screenprinting Demo

Courtenay & District Museum https://www.google.com/maps

Wachiay Studio is a Comox Valley business that specializes in water-based screen-printing. Their mission is to elevate screen printed goods through education, print services, and an online marketplace for artists.  […]

Free

Holiday Faire at the Campbell River Art Gallery

Campbell River Art Gallery 1235 Shoppers Row, Campbell River

Find a unique, locally-made gift this holiday season at the CRAG’s annual Holiday Faire. Open Wednesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, closing Dec. 23 at 2pm. The event will feature a collection of carefully […]

Friday Fun Nights – Crazy Collage

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

You asked for it! A class that is open to all ages – come with your spouse, your kids, your bestie, your workmates… the opportunities are endless! In this workshop, you’ll utilize collage and paint to create interesting images inspired by the art of Salvador Dali and Rene Magritte. Let your imagination go wild and […]

$55
Event Series AN INTRODUCTION TO ENCAUSTIC

AN INTRODUCTION TO ENCAUSTIC

I Belong Centre 1465 Grieve Avenue Courtenay 1465 Grieve Avenue, Courtenay, Canada

Introductory And Advanced Concepts. Design, Plan And Create “Let bee’s wax, tree resin and natural pigment, offer a whole new dimension to your creative process. Learn how to use paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, oil pigments, shellac, inks, in your encaustic art A workshop on the do’s and don’ts of working with encaustic. Participants will […]

$150

Watercolour and Ink Workshop with Barbara Callow

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

Learn how to combine watercolour painting with ink line work for quick and effective small paintings with local artist Barbara Callow! Record your world with these fun little watercolour and ink sketches. These charming little paintings are quick and deceivingly easy to do as the ink line drawing forgives many errors in the watercolour painting […]

$139

Friday Fun Nights – Minimalist Series

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

You asked for it! A class that is open to all ages – come with your spouse, your kids, your bestie, your workmates… the opportunities are endless! During this workshop you’ll create a series of small minimalist compositions that embody the sense of movement using mixed media. Great for cards or framing! Inspired by Canadian […]

$55

Round Loom Weaving with Amy Dugas

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

Experiment with different fibres in this fun and colourful weaving class. Students will set up their own ‘loom’ and make a beautiful, unique wall hanging with different wool products, including felting roving. No experience is necessary, this class is great for anyone who wants to experiment with colours, textures and fibre arts. All materials are […]

$89

Very Beginner Watercolour Workshop

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

We will cover the very basics of watercolour in this 3 hour Very Beginner workshop. If you are new to watercolour or need a refresher on the foundational skills, this is where you want to start! You will learn about colour mixing, layering using both wet and dry brush techniques, and different ways to create […]

$79

Friday Fun Nights – Colour Fields!

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

You asked for it! A class that is open to all ages – come with your spouse, your kids, your bestie, your workmates… the opportunities are endless! Come and be immersed in the intuitive process of mixing and applying colour to create modernist compositions. All supplies are included – you just need to show up! […]

$55

Friday Fun Nights – Pen and Ink Drawings!

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

You asked for it! A class that is open to all ages – come with your spouse, your kids, your bestie, your workmates… the opportunities are endless! In this workshop you’ll have an enjoyable time using line and pattern to create a landscape with pen and ink! Dates: $55 / 1 class (ages 8+) Feb […]

$55

Art Journaling in Watercolour

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

Art journaling is the process of using a combination of words and imagery to express a thought, idea or feeling. Expand your watercolour techniques and learn how to beautifully combine words and images, colours and patterns. Using inspiration from nature, quotes and prompts, you will learn a guided yet intuitive process of art journaling. Please […]

$89
Event Series BLUE

BLUE

Artful : The Gallery Artful : The Gallery

Clown meets the blues by way of 30's Berlin cabaret with a little detour through Las Vegas in blue, an interactive solo musical - just in time for Valentine’s Day! Former mermaid turned lounge singer Sally Siren is your guide for this odyssey through the ocean of love.  blue is a sassy, sophisticated, poignant and rollicking […]

$18 – $20

Bark Baskets with Amy Dugas

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

Come and challenge yourself to make a quirky, unique basket! Using a random weaving technique, traditional basketry material and wood bark this fun class guarantees that everyone goes home with a one-of-a-kind creation. Embrace your wild and wonky sides with Amy! Suitable for all levels, this class is fun, relaxed and hopefully, just a little […]

$99

NIC Artist Talks: Guest speaker Michelle Nguyen 

North Island College Stan Hagen Theatre

NIC Artist Talks: North Island College is presents guest speaker Michelle Nguyen an oil painter whose work is primarily rooted in the processing of various forms of grief such as personal loss, intergenerational trauma, and ecological despair.  She believes that contemporary Western society has created a culture of death denial and fear that is detrimental to […]

Free

Macrame Plant Hanger with Samantha Cheong

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

In this 2 hour workshop, you will learn the art of macramé with Samantha of SKC Decorative Arts, a local Comox Valley fibre artist. Learn basic macramé knotting techniques and in the process create your very own macrame plant hanger! This workshop includes a kit with all of the supplies you need to start your […]

$79

Family Day Workshop: Screen Printing as Activism

Campbell River Art Gallery 1235 Shoppers Row, Campbell River

Join us for Family Day with a screen printing workshop with artist Emily Thiessen! Emily is the artist behind the poster art for the "United For Old Growth" in Victoria on February 25th 12pm - 3:30pm at the BC legislature. Rally information here Learn about the history of protest posters and the role of artwork in these landscapes before […]

By Donation

Very Beginner Drawing Workshop

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

Never drawn before or want to refresher on the basics before jumping into a Drawing class? This one is for you! We will introduce you to the common drawing supplies such as viewfinders, different types of pencils, graphite sticks, and charcoal.  Discover the fun of Lyra graphite sticks and drawing with an eraser. These 3 […]

$79

Friday Fun Nights – Van Gogh Paint Night!

Lupine Art Studio Lupine Art Studio, A - 442 Duncan Ave., Courtenay CA

You asked for it! A class that is open to all ages – come with your spouse, your kids, your bestie, your workmates… the opportunities are endless! Learn a little, play a little, and socialize with some great folks! In this workshop you’ll re-create one of Vincent van Gogh’s famous paintings 🙂 All supplies are included […]

$55

The Joy of Watercolour

I Belong Centre 1465 Grieve Avenue Courtenay 1465 Grieve Avenue, Courtenay, Canada

A guided, affirming exploration of the joys and perils of water colour, for new-comers and experienced water colourists, including foundational and advanced concepts   Participants will enjoy fun, engaging instruction, in a small intimate group setting with activities that will provide insight into: The personality of watercolour, letting go, design and colour, techniques and much […]

$100