PENTICTON ART GALLerY

Running in conjunction with the academic school year, this is a free and self-directed drop-in program.

Students have the opportunity to draw, paint, and explore projects of particular interest to them!

Ages 10-16

Thursdays 3:15 - 4:30 pm

Exploring Watercolour with Shirley McMahon (BFA).

Adult class, 19+

Explore the vibrancy and gentle translucency of watercolours and mixed media. No experience is necessary in this welcoming and supportive three day beginners introductory workshop.

Acquaint yourself with materials and techniques of graded washes while learning colour theory and composition. Have fun creating visual texture using salts and spattering. While using watercolour pencils, pen and ink and collage we will explore creative techniques for unique paintings.   

• $160 // non-members

• $150 // members

Sundays, 9:30 - 12:30 at Penticton Art Gallery

3 sessions: May 4, 11, 18

Embroidery: April 7, 14, 28 & May 5

Learn something new! Maker Mondays is a workshop where kids will learn new skills, socialize, and get their creativity flowing. Each series runs for 4 sessions, once a week (with the exception of holidays).

Ages 5 - 12
3:30 - 4:30pm on Mondays
$60 // members, $65 // non-members

Running in conjunction with the academic school year, this is a free and self-directed drop-in program.

Students have the opportunity to draw, paint, and explore projects of particular interest to them!

Ages 10-16

Thursdays 3:15 - 4:30 pm

Using art journaling in a relaxed environment is a way to practice mindfulness while learning or refining and building new art skills.

All sessions are facilitated by a certified IEATA Creative Wellness Service Initiative guide. Using the Expressive Arts approach, these non-clinical workshops are focused on therapeutic presence where participants can create art that encourages resilience, wellness and self-care.

Suitable for adults 19+, materials are provided. No experience is necessary. 

Saturdays from 1:00 - 2:30pm

April 19, 26, (no class May 3) May 10, 17, 24  (5 sessions)

• Members: $100 // full 5 sessions

• Non-Members: $120 // full 5 sessions

• $30 // drop in

Exploring Watercolour with Shirley McMahon (BFA).

Adult class, 19+

Explore the vibrancy and gentle translucency of watercolours and mixed media. No experience is necessary in this welcoming and supportive three day beginners introductory workshop.

Acquaint yourself with materials and techniques of graded washes while learning colour theory and composition. Have fun creating visual texture using salts and spattering. While using watercolour pencils, pen and ink and collage we will explore creative techniques for unique paintings.   

• $160 // non-members

• $150 // members

Sundays, 9:30 - 12:30 at Penticton Art Gallery

3 sessions: May 4, 11, 18