with Lisa Hau
Artist Lisa Hau has a passion for colour that she wants to share with you. Using hands-on colour mixing, participants will learn how colour is mixed using light. This workshop is designed to expand the creative work of artists, designers and craftspeople through a greater understanding of colour, but is still accessible for absolute beginners to colour theory.
This workshop will use acrylic paints. Check in store for full materials list. Materials are not included in workshop fee.
Details including fine print & signup on our website: https://www.qa-w.ca/languageofcolour
Demonstration of Ukrainian pisanki eggs being ‘written’. This is a special feature to celebrate Easter and the opening season day of the Sechelt Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market. Join us as artist Janet Richey shows you the colourful process of making these icon decorated eggs. Janet will be graciously accepting donations to support an art therapy program for children in war-torn Ukraine. While you’re there check out the many new and returning vendors of the market! There will be some Easter fun for the whole family. Rain or shine!
to Mar 31. Sunshine Coast youth aged two to eighteen have been invited to submit their artwork for display at the Gallery. In addition to offering an inspiring body of work that represents the creativity of our community’s youth, this exhibition is also an opportunity for young people to experience what it is like to be a professional exhibiting artist at GPAG. Don’t miss this vibrant and popular exhibition featuring drawing, painting, photography, mixed media, sculpture, and more running March 14 – March 31. Note: for Spring Break the Gallery is open every day during the run of the exhibition (11am – 4pm). Admission is free/by donation.
Join us for the opening reception on Saturday March 16th, 2pm – 4pm!
Deadline April 18th. Ideas that Connect Neighbours. The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program helps residents of any age, experience, or background take part in building community. We offer a small grant of up to $500 for you to bring your community project to life. With a Neighbourhood Small Grant, you join our network of thousands of project leaders who have taken steps to better their neighbourhoods—just like you.
Why are we doing this? Because magic happens when neighbours connect. It forms friendships, makes our communities safer and more vibrant. We have helped make communities in British Columbia stronger, safer, and more welcoming since 1999. Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) provides grants of up to $500 for projects that connect people socially or involve sharing skills or talents with each other.
Curious about the process, medium, and technique Linda uses in her work exhibited in Sintra?Drop by the gallery on the last day of the exhibition to learn more. Linda will provide a demonstration and answer any questions you may have about the medium or about her exhibition Strata in the Eve Smart Gallery.
This event is free and open to all. No preregistration required. Enjoy!
2 day pop up art show – March 22nd, 2-9pm ( reception 5-9), March 23rd, 10-5pm.
Art show featuring 5 Coast artists working in their versions of COLLAGE: Kasia Lambrecht, Eldon Underhill, Christina Symons, Carol LaFave, Brian Baxter.
Learn how to achieve luminous colours at the Kube. This workshop will introduce colour mixing with acrylic paint, and its practical application. You will gain an understanding of how colours work together to create lively tones and no more muddy colours. Materials included. All experiences (adult) welcome.
Adjudicated event open to the public.
To register or view more information Visit http://www.coastaldancefestival.com/
By donation
This gathering is more than just a meet-and-greet; it’s a chance to delve into the world of fine printing. Whether you’re new to art printing or a seasoned professional, this evening has something for everyone.
🎨 Explore Our New Printery:
– See our state-of-the-art equipment
– Learn about fast turnaround times and our commitment to local artists
– Receive a discount card for your future printing needs
Ed Hill: Special Guest
– Gain valuable insights as Ed Hill shares tips and tricks for retail success while staying true to your artistic integrity.
This is your opportunity to connect with fellow artists, ask questions about the printing process, and see how we can help bring your masterpieces to life.
Let’s celebrate art and community together. We can’t wait to see you there!
Illustrating the complex relationship between fashion and women’s oppression, exploitation, and empowerment, local artist Tam Harrington uses recycled metal and plastics to create wearable metal art and sculptures. Each piece in this exhibition portrays a time period or a woman that influenced the artist and contributed to the empowerment of all women. All sculptures and wearable metal art are made from recycled or found metal or plastic items that are traditionally associated with the feminine.
Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, Feb. 17th, 2pm – 4pm for conversation and light refreshments. All are welcome!
Deadline March 31, 2024.
We are now accepting applications for the Main Gallery and the Eve Smart Gallery. We accept submissions from both emerging and established artists working in all mediums and styles.
On our website under ‘Submissions’ you can find our exhibition policy, submission guidelines and entry form, and a sample artist-gallery contract; or you may stop by GPAG to pick up a paper copy. Before submitting your proposal please check the submission guidelines and requirements carefully. We accept digital submissions made via Google Drive, DropBox, or USB thumb drive. Please note that we do not accept submissions via email. We look forward to seeing your proposals!
April 20 + 21 : Time: 10 AM – 1 PM
Instructor: Sheri Peters
Website: shericreatesart.com
Cost: $95 + $50 Supplies
The focus this weekend will be to discover different mediums to create texture within acrylic painting. Work on an abstract animal and a pure abstract using patterns and creating textures on the canvas to produce something unique. Students will take home two 11 x 14 paintings, and explore different ways to use:
-molding paste
– course textured gel medium
– pastels
– gesso
-glazing gloss medium
Dates: April 28
Time: 2PM – 4:30PM
Cost: $65, includes supplies
In this workshop, we will use INsight, INtuition & IMAGination to create meaningful, unusual, powerful self portraits and portraits of others.
You will be guided through a series of simple fun processes to help dismantle fixed viewpoints on what makes a ‘good or successful’ portrait and free up your inherent creative artistic abilities, using feelings, memories, imagination and senses.
You will have a range of painting, drawing, collage and other mixed media materials to use as you create your unique portraits.
All levels welcome. All materials provided.
Dates: June 1 + 2
Time 9:30 am – 4:30 pm ( with a one hour lunch break)
Price $200 + supplies
Artist website: marlenelowden.com
Join Marlene Lowden for a two-day art course that takes you on a personal artistic journey into the world of abstraction. No prior experience is required; just bring your willingness to explore the unknown.
Immerse yourself in the captivating realm of abstract art as we challenge traditional notions of representation. Discover that marks on canvas go beyond mere gestures; they convey emotions, thoughts, and ideas. Learn the intricacies of mark-making, infusing your work with deeper meaning, emotion, and personality.
Engage in dynamic exercises rooted in the 7 Elements of Design that will unlock your intuition.
Local multimedia artist Helen Farina will show participants the basic principles of gel printing & how to use a gel plate to create monoprints. We’ll experiment with mark-making tools to create interesting textures and designs, and create a series of botanical prints using different techniques.
All materials included, and participants will take home their own 5×7 gel plate!
