Workshop Description Let’s make January a little warmer (and a lot cuter) with needle felting! Join us for an evening of creativity and fun as we guide you through the process of creating your very own felted mouse (complete with a tiny scarf!) Our experienced instructor, Alicia Robichaud, will walk you step-by-step through the process of needle felting, from tools …
The Art Room (Ages 6-8)
Artistic Pursuits • New Friends • Self-Expression • Confidence ‘The Art Room’ program provides children ages 6-8 with arts education that ignites creativity in a quality learning environment. Programs will foster the exploration and expression of ideas through the use of various art mediums. At the Saint John Arts Centre, students of ‘The Art Room’ program benefit from new social …
The Art Room (Ages 9-12)
Artistic Pursuits • New Friends • Self-Expression • Confidence ‘The Art Room’ program provides children ages 9-12 with arts education that ignites creativity in a quality learning environment. Programs will foster the exploration and expression of ideas through the use of various art mediums. At the Saint John Arts Centre, students of ‘The Art Room’ program benefit from new social …
Beginner + Pottery
Workshop Description By popular demand, we are offering a course for those looking to continue the momentum in their ceramics journey! The Beginner+ Pottery workshop is open to those who have completed a Pottery on the Wheel Workshop in the past. This 6 week program will provide 15 hours of time on the wheel with renowned ceramicists, Ralph Seely and …
Pottery on the Wheel
Workshop Description Perfect for beginner to intermediates, participants will learn the foundations of throwing, trimming, and glazing their own pottery. This workshop will be held in our brand new ceramics studio which features triple the square footage, state of the art tools and equipment, and 6 wheels to provide ample time to hone your throwing skills! Participants have the option …
Pottery Intensive Workshops
Workshop Description Join renowned ceramicists for our Pottery Intensive Workshops! These workshops are designed for participants who are experienced and comfortable with centering and throwing on the wheel. Each intensive workshop offers a focused, expert-driven experience to perfect your technique. Participants are guaranteed ample time on the wheel, guided by individualized instruction. Each Pottery Intensive workshop includes a day dedicated to …
Indigo and Stitched Shibori – Intermediate Workshop (April 2024)
IMPORTANT COVID POLICY UPDATE Please note that while masks are not mandatory, they are highly encouraged. Please do not attend classes if you are unwell. Workshop Description Join Tzigane Caddell, for a new Indigo Workshop that specifically explores Shibori Stitching. Create a striking linen scarf with nature’s only natural blue. Week 1: You will learn about stitched Shibori resist techniques; choose …
Life Drawing
Workshop Description These weekly non-instructional classes provide artists with the opportunity to sketch and draw the human figure from live models. Classes begin with short warm up gesture studies and progress to more sustained poses. Space is limited to eight participants. Please bring your own drawing supplies, but tables, easels, drawing horses, and boards are provided. Mondays, 10am-12pm (sessions start …
Oil Painting for Beginners/Intermediate
Workshop Description Manami Fukuda’s popular oil painting class offers an option for past students to advance their skills by choosing their own subject matter! Bring a few reference photos the first week, and Manami will help you choose a suitable image for the six-week time period. For beginners, this introductory class focuses on “still life.” In this six week course, you …
Foraged Fibre Basketry
IMPORTANT COVID POLICY UPDATE Please note that masks are highly encouraged but not mandatory in workshops. Workshop Description SJAC is pleased to once again offer a one-day foraged fibre basketry workshop by plant fibre artist, Ralph Simpson. Locally collected plant fibres will be introduced, including daylily, iris blades and some grasses. Each participant will complete a unique, small basket by …