Adults
Independent Studio: Ceramics
January 14, 2019 — March 25, 2019 | Mondays 9 am – 5:30 pm (10 weeks – closed on Feb. 18)
Independent Studio is an opportunity for developed potters to access the artsPlace ceramics studio and storage space.
Unfortunately this program is currently FULL, but Waiting List registration is open.
Ceramics for Beginners
Class A: Tuesday Evenings
January 15, 2019 — March 19, 2019 | Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9 pm (10 weeks)
This class is designed to lay the foundational skills for working in clay. Participants will learn about basic hand-building and wheel techniques, as well as processes for decorating, glazing, and firing.
Unfortunately this program is currently FULL, but Waiting List registration is open.
Beginner Drawing
January 16, 2019 — March 6, 2019 | Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm (8 weeks)
Through instruction and guidance, this class will take you through steps A, B, C of drawing with charcoal.
Ceramics for Beginners
Class B: Wednesday Evenings
January 16, 2019 — March 20, 2019 | Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9 pm (10 weeks)
This class is designed to lay the foundational skills for working in clay. Participants will learn about basic hand-building and wheel techniques, as well as processes for decorating, glazing, and firing.
Unfortunately this program is currently FULL, but Waiting List registration is open.
Maximize Your Clay
January 18, 2019 — March 22, 2019 | Fridays, 6:30 – 9 pm (10 weeks)
Join this self-paced clay class with weekly demos to build, expand and hone your skills. Instructor support and exploration encouraged in hand-building, wheel work, decorating and sculpture.
Ceramics for Beginners
Class C: Saturday Mornings *NEW!*
January 19, 2019 — March 30, 2019 | Saturdays, 10 am – 12:30 pm (10 weeks – no class on Feb. 9)
This class is designed to lay the foundational skills for working in clay. Participants will learn about basic hand-building and wheel techniques, as well as processes for decorating, glazing, and firing.
Unfortunately this program is currently FULL, but Waiting List registration is open.
Ceramics for Beginners
Class D: Monday Evenings *NEW!*
January 21, 2019 — April 1, 2019 | Mondays, 6:30 – 9 pm (10 weeks – no class on Feb. 18)
This class is designed to lay the foundational skills for working in clay. Participants will learn about basic hand-building and wheel techniques, as well as processes for decorating, glazing, and firing.
Unfortunately this program is currently FULL, but Waiting List registration is open.
Form and Figure Drawing
January 22, 2019 — March 12, 2019 | Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm (8 weeks)
Learn how to accurately draw the human form!
Intermediate Painting: The Painter’s Clinic
January 23, 2019 — March 6, 2019 | Wednesdays, 9 am – 1 pm (6 weeks – no class on Feb. 20)
Are you an experienced painter but feel a little rusty? Do you have a painting just waiting for the finishing touch? Need to get back into a routine? Alternating weeks and joining their set of skills, Pascale and Barb will help bring your oil or acrylic paintings to completion.
Djembe Drumming Circle (18+)
January 23, 2019 — March 27, 2019 | Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9 pm (10 weeks)
In this class, you will learn basics of Djembe drumming techniques and rhythms. Included in each session will be the opportunity to improvise and jam!
Intermediate Wheel Throwing
January 23, 2019 — April 3, 2019 | Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 12 pm (10 weeks – no class Feb. 20)
Take your ceramic work to the next level! Evolve your throwing, surface decorating and glazing skills through instruction, demonstration and time spent on the wheel.
Beginner Acrylic Painting
January 24, 2019 — March 21, 2019 | Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm (8 weeks – no class on Feb. 21)
Come develop the fundamentals of a well designed painting while exploring the technical aspects and creative techniques of this exciting medium.
Beginner Wheel Throwing
January 25, 2019 — March 29, 2019 | Fridays, 9:30 am – 12 pm (10 weeks)
Dress for a mess and hop on the wheel! This beginner class guides you through the process of using a pottery wheel to shape clay into basic forms, like mugs and bowls.
Beginner Stained Glass
January 29, 2019 — March 5, 2019 | Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9 pm (6 weeks)
Learn the basics of stained glass: how to select glass, design patterns, prepare and lay out your work, cut, shape and grind glass, and assemble your project using copper foiling and soldering techniques.
Unfortunately this program is currently FULL, but Waiting List registration is open.
Stoney Language and Culture
January 29, 2019 — March 26, 2019 | Tuesdays, 7 – 8:30 pm (9 weeks)
Learn about the rich culture and history of the Stoney Nation and its people including the basics of Stoney language – from sounds and alphabet to words and short phrases, to the history and meaning behind many of the traditional ceremonies.
Small Group Singing Lessons (18+)
February 4, 2019 — April 1, 2019 | Mondays (8 weeks – no class on Feb. 18)
This course is designed for those who want to develop their singing ability for stage and theatre performance.
Small Group Acting Lessons (18+)
February 4, 2019 — April 1, 2019 | Mondays (8 weeks – no class on Feb. 18)
Explore performance, monologues, and work on character development. Participants will learn acting techniques that will allow them to audition and perform with more confidence!
Woodcut Printmaking Workshop
February 23, 2019 — February 24, 2019 | Saturday & Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm (2 days)
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Learn the fundamentals of woodcut printmaking! This course will guide you through designing, carving, inking and pressing. Participants will design and cut a wood block that they will then use to hand press a small edition of prints on paper.
Beginner Digital Photography
February 25, 2019 — March 25, 2019 | Mondays, 7 – 9 pm (5 weeks)
Get out of auto and learn how to take better pictures by exploring digital photography from the ground up.
No Risk Improv!
February 25, 2019 — March 25, 2019 | Mondays, 7 – 9 pm (5 weeks)
Join Canmore’s local improv troupe to learn the fundamentals of improvisational theatre!
Mask Making
March 1, 2019 — March 15, 2019 | Fridays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm (3 weeks)
Create and paint your own unique mask in this three-part workshop. You will leave with your own spectacular wearable art piece!
Simple Chains Jewellery Workshop
March 2, 2019 — March 3, 2019 | Saturday & Sunday, 10 am – 3 pm (2 days)
In this workshop participants will learn how to make wire links (jump rings) and to solder, shape and finish them to buiId a beautiful chain link piece of jewellery.
Writing Workshop: Know Your Ancestors
March 6, 2019 — March 27, 2019 | Wednesdays, 7 – 9 pm (4 weeks)
Create stories to enrich future generations! Bring photos, letters, artefacts or stories to help you explore, reflect and write about you and your family’s place in history.
Kokedama Workshop
March 8, 2019, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Friday (single session)
Japanese for “mossball”, Kokedama is the latest trend in hanging plant design! You will transform plants into dangling sculptural objects for your home or office, and make a statement piece for yourself or as a gift.
Landscape Fundamentals
March 9, 2019, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm | Saturday
Explore how to create light and shadow in the landscape, as well as an illusion of atmosphere and distance. Includes demo and individual instruction.
Intro to Contemporary Embroidery
March 14, 2019, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Thursday (single session)
Customize a beautiful piece that can be displayed as a work of art, while learning basic embroidery stitches.
Being IN the Body
Dance Workshop
March 16, 2019, 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Saturday (single session)
This workshop is for anyone who wants to learn simple movement techniques, to access their vital body energy.
Cast Your Own Silver Ring
March 16, 2019 — March 17, 2019 | Saturday & Sunday, 11 am – 4 pm (2 days)
Learn the ancient technique of lost wax casting to make a silver ring of your very own.
Unfortunately this program is currently FULL, but Waiting List registration is open.
Beginner Quilting: Zig-Zag Table Runner
March 19, 2019 — April 2, 2019 | Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9 pm (3 weeks)
Table runners are an easy way to learn some basic quilting skills!
Intro to Calligraphy
March 20, 2019 — April 3, 2019 | Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8 pm (3 weeks)
Learn the basic elements to beautiful calligraphy. This class will explore both classic and contemporary styles of handwriting.
Paint Nights
Workshop II
March 22, 2019, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Friday
Join us for an evening of lighthearted socializing and let us guide you through the process of creating a painting.
Ceramics Nights
Workshop III
March 27, 2019, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Wednesday (single session)
Pick up some clay, even if it’s your very first time! These social and welcoming evenings are designed for all skill levels.
Night Photography
April 1, 2019, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Monday (single session)
Gain knowledge on how to capture the images you want in varying lighting conditions!
Backstage with Ariole
Dance Demo/Workshop
April 3, 2019, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm | Wednesday (single session)
This unique opportunity gives you an intimate understanding of a professional dancer’s choreographic process.
Sunday Ceramics
Workshop III
April 7, 2019, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | Sunday (single session)
Come join us for a day of hand building! Learn how to make and embellish beautiful works of art with step by step demos.