Creative Arts

ARTISTS’ BOOK

In this quick workshop you will create and assemble an artist’s book with cover. Using your unique expressions and type of art you enjoy making, you will be able to show and share your work with others. Easy and fun, no experience necessary to create these one of a kind books.
The larger the paper you use, the larger the book. We will create our work in the first class and assume the book in the second one. Ask for a supply list when you register.
When: Tuesdays, June 3,10
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Fee: $60 LSCO M; $90 NM
Register by: Friday, June 1
Instructor: Donna Gallant
Location: Arts & Crafts Room

Those Blooming Flowers in acrylic

In this class we will work from live flowers. Learn about the structure of a flower, how to mix the right colour, how to successfully paint the leaves and petals with a few brush strokes and how to understand the light and dark areas to help create depth and more realistic images. You will be encouraged to bring your own flowers if you wish.
Ask for a supply list when you register.

When: Thursday, June 12-26
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: $120 LSCO M; $150 NM
Register by: Wednesday, June 10
Instructor: Donna Gallant
Location: Arts & Crafts Room

Gelli Plate Class

In this class we will learn how to create prints good for collages, mixed media and monotype prints. We will cover inking your plate, creating images using stamps, stencils and found objects, and multi layering. Once you pull your first print, you won’t want to stop. Really a lot of fun and the results are never the same. No experience necessary. If you don’t have a plate and don’t want to buy one, you can make your own.
Ask for the supply list and recipe when registering.

When: Thursdays, July 3-24
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Fee: $120 LSCO M; $150 NM
Register by: Monday , June 30
Instructor: Donna Gallant
Location: Arts & Crafts Room

Watercolour basics for beginners

In this beginner’s watercolour class you will learn the basics of working with watercolour. How to activate watercolour, how much water to use, how to load your brush, how wet should your paper be, how to mix colours, how to control your washes, how to handle your brushstrokes, and different techniques used in painting with watercolour including resists, splatter, wet into wet, layers in transparency and creating intense colours when needed. We will complete a finished painting by the last day that you will be proud of.
Ask for a supply list when registering.

When: Thursdays, July 31-Aug. 14
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Fee: $120 LSCO M; $150 NM
Register by: Monday , July 28
Instructor: Donna Gallant
Location: Arts & Crafts Room

PAINT & CHAT

Join Donna as she guides both the beginner and more advanced painter with techniques and tricks to complete an acrylic painting. She brings the supplies you will need. All you bring is the willingness to learn and have fun. Donna is an artist from Southern Alberta who enjoys sharing her knowledge.
All Sessions:
Instructor: Donna Bilyk
Location: Arts & Crafts Room
Fee: $55 LSCO M; $65 NM

Session 1:
When: Tuesday, June 17
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Register by: Thursday, June 12

Session 2:
When: Tuesday, July 22
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Register by: Thursday, July 17

Session 3:
When: Tuesday, August 19
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Register by: Thursday, August 14

WATERCOLOR

Do you enjoy painting with watercolors? Join our self-led watercolor group to work on your projects, share techniques, and enjoy a creative and social atmosphere. Bring your own supplies and paint at your own pace while connecting with fellow artists. All skill levels are welcome!
When: Wednesdays
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Fee: $52/year & LSCO membership
Location: Arts & Crafts Room

Last updated: April 8, 2025