From a few hours to a few days, taking a short course or artist’s workshop can alter your life. BC has called out to and nurtured the hearts of countless artists. Inspired by the land and sea, or perhaps some indefinable quality, every corner of the province holds artists’ studios. Usually working in quiet solitude, artists also share their spaces, and sometimes their secrets. Many people have come away from an afternoon workshop emboldened and inspired, and embark on new artistic pursuits or even new ways of life.
Join a yoga class, check out the many programs of recreation centres in each community, participate in a dance class or learn about the benefits of meditation and positive thinking. Taking workshops, short courses or tutoring is one of the best things you can do for your mind, your health and your community.
Community Unity Society - A community development programme
Victoria, V8R 6S4, PO Box 5591 Ph. 250-888-3369 or 250-888-3369
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Collage / Mixed media, Mixed Media, Mosaic, Mural painting | Arts Community, Arts Group | Kids & Teens, Arts and crafts activities | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
Campbell River, v9w 5n5, 660 Dogwood Street Ph. 250-830-7190
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Art cards, Calligraphy, Drawing, Mixed Media, Oil painting, Pastel painting, Sketching, Stone carving, Water colour painting, Wood carving/turning | Galleries/ Exhibits/Shows, Studio | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
Original hand built pottery, specializing in decorative tiles and wall reliefs. Commissions welcome. Drop in classes for all ages.
Slocan, V0G 2C0, 8846 Slocan West Road Ph. 2086430308 or 2086430308
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Pottery | Galleries/ Exhibits/Shows, Studio | Kids & Teens, Arts and crafts activities | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
Victoria, V8W 1R5, 549 Fisgard St. Ph. 250-216-0552
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Drawing, Oil painting, Sketching | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
Nielsen Gallery & Framing, Smithers
Nielsen Gallery is an unique gift shop and mini art gallery all in one. You will find many local scenes in various art forms as well as glass art, Derek Alexander handbags, Ott Lites & fine jewelry.
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Acrylic painting, Art cards, Art prints, Mixed Media, Oil painting, Photography | Galleries/ Exhibits/Shows, Gallery | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
Norma Jackson - Painter/Sculptor. Norma is a Canadian Federation of Artists award winner. Her images reflect meaning and emotion. Originals, prints, and cards.
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Acrylic painting, Art cards, Art prints, Mixed Media, Photography, Sculpting, Water colour painting | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Acrylic painting, Art cards, Art prints, Mixed Media, Sculpting, Water colour painting | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans | Arts Community, Arts Council | Galleries/ Exhibits/Shows, Studio | Music | Performing Arts | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Acrylic painting, Art cards, Art prints, Fibre art, Mixed Media, Oil painting | Galleries/ Exhibits/Shows, Studio | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
lpaintingswitha west coast flare,repros and etc. classes for all levels
Gabriola Island, V0R 1X0, Box 61 737 Ross Way Ph. (250) 247-8852
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Art cards, Art prints, Drawing, Mural painting | Galleries/ Exhibits/Shows, Studio | Kids & Teens, Arts and crafts activities, Camp/Clinic | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
Artist, Vickie Turner, explores abstract expression through painting fine art in acrylics and mixed media. An award-winning artist, she lives and paints on Vancouver Island, and also teaches workshops on the science of acrylics.
Nanoose Bay, V9P 9B5, 1571 Haida Way Ph. 250-468-1422
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Acrylic painting, Collage / Mixed media | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
Metchosin, V9C3Z1, 525 Boblaw Place Ph. 1 250 391-0731
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Calligraphy, Collage / Mixed media, Paper making, Printmaking | Galleries/ Exhibits/Shows, Studio | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
International award winning artist, Patricia Banks is inspired by the magnificence and splendour of the natural environment. Patricia shares her special connection to the land and the sea with others through her detailed acrylic paintings.
(Artists & Fine Art Artisans, Acrylic painting, Art cards, Art prints, Drawing | Literary Arts, Author/Writer, Creative Writing, Poetry | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)
Ph. 1-778-473-3029
(Arts Community, Arts Council | Kids & Teens, Arts and crafts activities | Workshops/Classes, Art Workshops)