Blacksmiths Demo with Jason Duclos Experience historic metal working techniques through demonstration of keychains’ forging, making knives and other copper and iron custom creations on site in our very own blacksmiths studio. Free
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Trees play a vital part in the story of the landscape and have been witness to our human history, shaping it in all sorts of ways by providing shelter, firewood and building materials. In this session you will learn several simple techniques that allow you to capture their essence as you explore their shapes and […]
The beginner rug hooking workshop will teach you to pull loops in straight rows and to create curves. Finishing techniques will be discussed so you can complete your project at home. A kit will be provided. Hooks & hoops will be available for use during the class and can be purchased for an extra cost […]
Punch needle rug hooking emerged in the early 1800’s. It is considered a distinctly North American art form. In this class we will punch a trivet with a design of your choice. Cloth backing and wool yarns will be provided and a tool and frame can be borrowed for the class. There will be an […]
Learn to create a traditional candle mat by stitching woo pennies. All materials will be provided. Beginners welcome 12y.o.+. Cost per person: $50 (no HST)
Make a beautiful Floral Embroidery on fabric on a 7’’ inch diameter embroidery hoop. Your Daisies & Lavender Botanical will be ready to hang. All supplies included. Beginners welcome 16+. Register: Pre-register by July 3 at +16477166284 or email and e-transfer:hsausik6284@rogers.com Cost per person: $125 plus HST
The key to painting outdoors is designing an exciting composition that is simple and effective. When you are working on location, one of the biggest difficulties is deciding what to paint and how to design your painting. This is your opportunity to learn to design, simplify and compose your own image in order for you […]
Learn as a group to paint a unique detail of the Mill’s architecture in a monochromatic palette with earth tones, using gels, and acrylics mixed with sand to create a textural effect and give an old look to the overall artwork. Lydia Panart will guide you step by step through the painting process on a […]
Chain maille is an ancient jewellery making technique that dates back to the 4th century BC. Originally used as armour in battle, during medieval times it began to be used to make jewellery pieces. At the chain maille workshop, lead by Anne-Marie Warburton of Gallery Gemma, you will have the opportunity to create a sterling […]
Our history is etched upon the land… in this workshop you will learn some of the fundamentals of what makes for a good landscape drawing, including choosing an interesting composition, creating a sense of depth, atmospheric perspective, how to simplify things into basic shapes and deciding what to make a focal point of your drawing. […]