The Nanaimo Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists is pleased to once again host the 7th annual “Nanaimo Fine Arts Show”. This event will begin with an invitation-only Grand Gala and Awards evening where artists will be in attendance to greet sponsors and collectors. Our 2016 inaugural event showcased 82 professional artworks from across […]
During our Campbell River Whale Watching Tours You will explore some of the most pristine and remote areas of the coast. Our route takes us through the passages of the Discovery Islands, and into Desolation Sound exploring areas that most people only ever dream of. Our small groups allow us to make our trips a […]
The Wharf Rats are back! Come get your socks rocked as Jeff, Levi, and Keith from Lawson Kelly let their freak flags fly with acoustic jams from every genre. Short-staffed but tall on talent, these dudes will put the shimmy in your shake. Call Riot to make reservations 250 324 7468
In this beyond beginner-level acrylic course, suitable for the novice to intermediate painter, we will explore various techniques while completing a series of smaller projects. Classes with cover an array of basic painting principals and will incorporate some mixed media applications. Get ready for experimenting with texture, drips, mixed media and more! Join us for […]
Join professional photographer, Catherine Babault, for a unique photo excursion in Tofino on the wild west coast of Vancouver Island. Explore the amazing landscape of the Pacific Northwest: old-growth forests, moss covered trees in the temperate rainforest, stunning bluffs, and sandy beaches. Learn about the fundamentals of nature photography, the art of seeing and ethical […]
Have you never painted before but always wanted to? Or are you a beginner painter and in need of a little more direction and guidance? Well look no further that our 5 week beginner level acrylic painting series with ⭐award winning acrylic artist and instructor Jennifer O'Brien. Participants will work through a series of exercises […]
If you're brand new to watercolour painting or are looking to get back into it after a long break, this class is for you. With a playful approach, it's enjoyable to learn the foundational techniques of watercolour. In this class, we will study brushwork, various washes, colour mixing and more. We will create small, well-designed […]
Choose your own bookbinding adventure: register for all three workshops in the series to secure your place and save. Or, if you prefer, sign up for any of the individual workshops as described below. Each session is suitable for all levels, and all materials are included! Four Book Medley: Learn the pamphlet stitch, stab binding […]
Whether you are interested in writing fiction or nonfiction, your own experience is almost certainly your richest source of story. In this six-week course, suitable for adults of all writing levels, you will begin to turn life experiences into scenes (stories’ building blocks) and to connect those scenes into larger stories. As well, if you […]
Kids ages 8 to 12 years are invited to play with clay! Learn how to construct clay objects with hand building techniques. In each five-week series, we will complete four projects and we will cover a new handbuilding concept each week. This course will include slab building, coil building, small scale sculptural techniques and we […]
You are invited to come and play with clay! Learn how to construct clay objects using hand building techniques. In each five-week series, we will complete four projects and we will cover a new handbuilding concept each week. This course will include slab building, coil building, small scale sculptural techniques and we will also make […]
Are you an experienced watercolour artist? Are you looking to step it up in this medium? Or have you recently completed our beginner watercolour class and want to carry on? In these intermediate watercolour classes we will look at more contemporary watercolour approaches including some unorthodox ideas and styles such and pouring and dripping. We […]
