Classes for Preschoolers

Classes for Children &Youth

REGIONAL DISTRICTof Fraser-Fort George

SPRING Classes

Register OnlineTwoRiversGallery.ca250.614.7800

Gallery Members receive 10% off all classes!

Creativity CampsChildren in grades 1–7 9am – 4:30pmBring your own lunch and snacks (no nuts please) as well as clothing fit for making art and going outside.

Spring Break Fee: 206

• The Art of Imagineering · Mar 18–22 Who are you in your wildest dreams? Join us to create imaginary worlds filled with creatures, characters and inven-tions from your imagination.

• Colour Challenge · Mar 25–29Get ready to paint, draw, sculpt and work with mixed media to create art inspired by colour.

Pro D Day Fee: 43

• Print it Up! · May 31Today is all about printmaking. Learn different printmaking techniques and have fun making multiples!

SATURDAYS Colour Explosion Ages 5–7 Saturdays · Apr 6 – Jun 8 · 10am–noon8 sessions (no class April 20 or May 18)Facilitator: Jeanne Hodges

Let’s play and learn about colour! Have fun creating your own art with oil pastels, paint, paper sculpture, clay and more. Make a colour explosion T-shirt, too! Fee: 166

WEDNESDAYSMaker Club Ages 9–14Wednesdays · Apr 10 – May 293:15–4:45pm · 8 sessionsFacilitator: Briana Sadler

Join other youth for creative, open-ended and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) projects that introduce a range of handy skills, while at the same time encourages self-direction and problem solving. Learn design thinking concepts, work with tech stuff and have fun Making! Fee: 124

TUESDAYS OR FRIDAYS Picasso’s Playgroup Ages 2–4 + caregivers Tuesdays · Apr 9 – May 28 · 10–11:30am 8 sessions · Facilitator: Natalie Beck Fee: 124

Fridays · Apr 26 – Jun 7 · 10–11:30am 7 sessions · Facilitator: Jeanne Hodges Fee: 109

Children & caregivers can enjoy 1½ hours each week of songs, stories, playtime and ART. Meet new people, get messy with paint, glue and more and have a fun time creating, without the clean-up.

SATURDAYSPreschool Art Ages 3–4Saturdays · Apr 6 – Jun 8 · 10–11:30am8 sessions (no class April 20 or May 18)Facilitator: Melanie Bellwood

Let your parents have the morning off while you enjoy making art “all by yourself”. You’ll glue, paint, build and more, while gaining some independence at the same time. Fee: 124

SATURDAYS Mixed Media Fun Ages 8–12 Saturdays · Apr 6 – Jun 8 · 10am–noon8 sessions (no class April 20 or May 18)Facilitator: Sebastian Nicholson

Explore the world of mixed media. Use different materials, like ink and watercolour, or pastels and paint, to create your art and see what wonderful things you can make. Fee: 166

Join us for a creative evening using different media. Register for one,

two or all sessions! Tuesdays · 7–9pmFee: 45 per session

Apr 9: Watercolour Monoprints with Carolyn HolmesExperiment with water soluble materials on Plexiglas. Run your Plexiglas through a press to create your one-of-a-kind prints.

Apr 23: Bright Colours & Bold Brushstrokes with Laura Chandler Using roosters and hens as the artist’s muse, paint with acrylics on canvas, using expressive brushstrokes and contrasting colours for a vibrant and lively effect.

May 14: Portrait Painting with Audrey McKinnon. This will be a quick and dirty portrait workshop using paint to block out contours then building them up from there.

May 28: Alcohol Ink with Yvonne Sawkins Explore the versatility and vibrancy of alcohol inks. Try painting, dropping, texturizing and more! (If you are smell sensitive, keep in mind that the rubbing alcohol has a unique odour.)

Jun 11: Introduction to Watercolours with Wendy FramstHave you always wanted to paint with watercolours but didn’t know how to start? Wendy will show you the basics so you can have fun painting this summer.

Self Directed Life Drawing: 18+ Mondays · Apr 1–May 13 (no class Apr 22)7–9pm · 6 sessionsDedicate some time to drawing from a live model. Challenge yourself, practice drawing what you see, hone your skills and remind yourself how enjoyable drawing is. Fee: 80 (bring own materials)Drop in Fee: 16

49 Shades of Green (daytime class) Facilitator: Maureen Faulkner Wednesdays · May 8–2910am–noon · 4 sessions

Dig into your creative self; grow your creativ-ity. Learn to express what you see with ink and watercolour, and then take your new-found skills outside (weather permitting).   Fee: 118

Acrylic Paint PourFacilitator: Yvonne Sawkins Watch the colours flow across your canvas creating intriguing swirls and designs. Learn a variety of acrylic pour techniques as you complete your three projects.

• Tuesday · Jun 25 · 7– 9pm• Friday · Apr 26 · 7– 9pm• Friday · May 31 · 7– 9pm Fee: 45 per session

Introduction to the Zentangle Method Facilitator: Margaret Mabius CZT (Certified Zentangle Teacher) The Zentangle Method is easy to use and a fun way to create abstract art with repetitive patterns. It is a way to relax,focus and explore your creative side. Spend a day learning the ins and outsand go home with enough ideas and tools to create more Zentangles on your own.

Saturday · Jun 1 10am–4pm (with 1hr lunch break)Fee: 67

Classes

for Adults 16 years old & up

Workshops

for Adults

Register Online: TwoRiversGallery.ca or by phone: 250.614.7800 Gallery Members 10% off!

16 years old & up

Booze & Build Friday · March 8 · 7–10pmSip some wine or craft beer while you try your hand at 3D doodling. Explore the exhibitions, laser tattoo some bananas, and other one-of-a kind activities. It’s a night like no other!

Positive VibesFriday · May 10 · 7–9pmIllustrate and paint your own inspirational message to bring some positive vibes to your home.

Uncork & Unwind40/person, includes materials and 1 glass of wineadditional wine can be purchased for $5/glass

Watercolour LandscapesFriday · June 7 · 7–9pmSip some wine while you experiment with watercolour painting tricks and techniques!

Thursdays 5–9pm | Saturdays 1–4pm (Sept–May)Everyone welcome! Drop-in: $7.50 · Family Drop-in: $15Free with own tools & materials.

Where can you find a weaving expert sitting next to a 3D print designer? See a Laser Cutter in action and get inspired to create?

Find this and more at MakerLab, the self-led interdisciplinary drop-in program that encourages hands on exploration: felting, weaving, electronics, woodworking, soldering, sculpting, painting and more! Drop-in and try one of our many kits, become a member for greater access to our tools, or bring your own materials and tools and use our space completely free.

Laser 101 Facilitator: Briana SadlerPrerequisite training for use of Epilog 60w Laser Cutter/Engraver. Learn how to cut and/or engrave detailed designs up to 12"x 24" in wood, paper, fabric, acrylic, leather and more. Orientation and safety will be covered.

• Saturday · Apr 27 · 10am – noon Bottle Etching• Wednesday · May 8 · 5:30–8:30pm

Creature Creations• Wednesday · Jun 26 · 5:30–8:30pm

Stamp EngravingFee: 51 per session includes one month MakerLab mem'ship ($50 value) + 2 hrs laser time.

3D Print 101 Facilitator: Briana Sadler Prerequisite training for use of MakerLab's 3D printer. Learn the background of 3D printing, about current technologies and applications. Have a hands-on demo of the Gallery's printer.

• Wed · Apr 10 · 5:30–8:30pm• Sat · May 11 · 10am–noon • Wed · Jun 5 · 5:30–8:30pmFee: 51 per session includes one month MakerLab mem'ship ($50 value) + 15 hrs print time.