Artful Years (55+)
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Classes are designed and lead by our Instructors that are 55+
The Smithers Art Gallery is pleased to announce that we have received funding under the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program for our project Artful Years: Visual Arts for Seniors by Seniors
This federal grants and contributions program supports projects that are led or inspired by seniors who are making a difference in the lives of others in their communities.
The funds will be used to provide arts and craft workshops taught by seniors for seniors 55 and over. Thank you to the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program for the funding support provided to the Smithers Art Gallery. It will make a significant difference in the lives of seniors in our community.
Sew Much Fun: Fabric Arts with Rosamund Pojar
Dates: Sept 15, 22, 29 and Oct. 6
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
These workshops explore a range of textile techniques to create artistic scenes or images and art objects including vases and bowls. Techniques will include hand sewn patchwork and collage from fabric scraps, simple (sashiko) and traditional embroidery, quilting, and surface design — using diverse materials such as fancy yarns, ribbons, beads, and unconventional elements like melted Tyvek, plastics, and glitter. Projects can be completed by hand or with a sewing machine, and participants are encouraged to continue working between sessions to develop a more complex piece of fabric art that incorporates the skills and materials covered. The goal is to create finished works that are both functional and artistic.
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Cost: FREE
From Fleece to Masterpiece: Needle Felting and More with Nika
Dates: Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov 5
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Four weeks of fibre arts from needle felting to wet felting. Nika walks you through how to create 3 dimensional art, suitable for hanging or gifting. Participants will make a wet felted “painting” and add detail with the needle felting. In addition to making wet felted dryer balls and adding details with needle felting. All supplies are included, just bring your imagination.
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Cost: FREE
Stuck On Art: Mixed Media Collaging with Linda Stringfellow
Dates: Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Join collage artist Linda Stringfellow for a hands-on exploration of mixed media collage, where anything goes and happy accidents are part of the process. Linda will introduce you to a variety of techniques for layering, combining, and transforming materials — paper, fabric, found objects, paint, and more — into artwork that is uniquely your own. Whether you're a complete beginner or a curious creative looking to try something new, this workshop will leave you with a stunning collage and a whole new way of seeing the world around you.
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Cost: FREE
Memories in the Making: Scrapbooking and Journal Making with Julie Naismith
Dates: Nov. 18, 25, Dec. 2, 9
Time: 10:00am -12:00pm
These workshops explore a range of techniques from cardmaking to building your own scrapbook for photos or keepsakes and to building journals for use or to create as gifts (just in time for Christmas). All supplies are included but bring your favorite photos or memorabilia to add to your scrapbooks.
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Cost: FREE
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The Painters Studio: Discovering Still Life in Oils with Poppy Dubar
Date: Nov 16, 23, 30 and Dec 7
Time: 10:00am - 12:00 noon
The Painters Studio: Discovering Still Life in Oils with Poppy Dubar. Working from a variety of objects, Poppy Dubar will guide a gentle introduction to still life painting in oils. From drawing, composition and colour mixing to capturing light and shade, Poppy will guide you step by step through the essentials, leaving you with a piece you're truly proud of. No experience needed — just a love of colour and a curiosity to create. All supplies included.
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Cost: FREE
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Brushstrokes and Beyond: Watercolour with Jill Dunbar
Dates: Feb. 17, 24, Mar. 3, 10
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dive into the luminous world of watercolour with Jill Dunbar in this welcoming introductory workshop. Jill will guide you through the essentials — brush techniques, colour mixing, and the beautiful unpredictability of water and pigment — before venturing into the exciting territory of texture. Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or returning to a long-forgotten passion, you'll leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and a piece to be proud of. All supplies included.
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