We have two more stained glass classes coming up! Darlene Strong of Darsart will guide you through the making of these cute fall leaves!

ABOUT THE ARTIST:

Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old.

Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.

I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15. Its my passion, to see others become passionate about creating!

I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art.

I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others .

6:30 PM CLASS: Follow the link below to register.

We have two more stained glass classes coming up! Darlene Strong of Darsart will guide you through the making of these cute fall leaves!

ABOUT THE ARTIST:

Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old.

Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.

I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15. Its my passion, to see others become passionate about creating!

I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art.

I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others .

3:30 PM CLASS: Follow the link below to register.

What on earth is a Make 2/Take 1 Event? Like the name implies, you make two articles of the craft but you only take one of them home with you; the other one you donate back to the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre to sell at their Christmas Market on November 2nd. For our first Make 2/Take 1 event, join Lyla Smart as she leads us through the creation of a dot painted Christmas Ornament. Completed in a beautiful mandala style, these ornaments will look gorgeous on any tree this Christmas season!

Ages 8+

All supplies and tools for this activity are provided.

The class will take between 1.5 and 2 hours.

Lyla enjoys crafting and teaching participants new skills.

Follow the link below to register for this class.

Learn the art of Cold Process Soapmaking!

One of the easiest ways to make DIY soap is with the cold process method, which involves combining oils and sodium hydroxide lye, causing a chemical reaction called saponification. In the process, you get to add oils, scents, and colorants to make your soap more personal to you. If you are allergic to fragrances, you are welcome to attend and make an unscented bar, however, keep in mind that others may be wanting to use fragrances.

PLEASE BRING WITH YOU:

Glasses or safety goggles

A notebook to keep notes or jot down ideas

Optional to bring: Any "garnishes" you might like to use such as dried flowers, dried herbs, etc, Something to use for a soap mold, immersion blender (immersion blenders are a necessity. I have two but if you have one that you don't often use for food and are willing to use with soap PLEASE bring it)

Take home 5 bars of homemade soap!!

A BIT ABOUT OUR PRESENTER MEGAN DUCHEK:

I am a maker. If I am not creating something my mental health will suffer for it! This is definitely a trait I inherited from my Grandma Dee. In fact, it was the same amazing woman who first taught me to craft. I was always begging to go to her house when I was a girl whether it was to make decoupage garbage pails from fabric, mod podge, and ice cream pails or to learn to crochet when I was old enough. I happened to inherit her antique loom when I became an adult and it became too much for Grandma to keep up with. This loom was her best friend... her confidant.. She told me she got a lot of good thinking done when she was weaving and, like me, it kept her sane. Soapmaking is a fairly new endeavour that came to fruition from necessity. My grandma also made soap although it's not one of the things that we did together. My partner and I are homesteaders (for lack of a better term) and I think that Grandma's generation was too although not by choice.

Ages 10 and up

Maximum 10 people

Follow the link below to register.

We are so lucky! Andie joined us in June to show us how to make dreamcatchers and she has agreed to come back! This time, Andie will be showing us how to make fall wreaths.

Maximum 8 participants.

Ages 7 and up.

All supplies included in the cost of registration.

Andie describes herself as often doing many DIY project usually dream catchers, wreaths, children’s decor, painting, arrangements and centre pieces.

Follow the link below to register.

Terry Grant of ClaymanStudios-Moosomin will guide you through the basic skill development of throwing on the pottery wheel, including wedging and centering. This four week workshop will have you ready to use MVAC's clay studio on your own during Open Studio events!

Terry's art journey has so many faceted sides. He has tried his hand at many different art forms and his portfolio is ever expanding. Terry has worked with metal during silversmithing crafting with silver and copper , leather as he has made homemade leather goods, cake decorating with his wife Jen, glass as he has tried glass blowing and took numerous stained glass classes and fell in love with the process, water while he created wonderful water colours and played with shading and textures, words as he stumbled upon the joy of weaving them into poetry and has even found himself published, now he has turned his talents to clay. His pottery can be found in the town of Moosomin and he is continuing to hone his craft.

September 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 7-9 pm.

Adults only.

Follow the link below to register.

Tatting is an ancient knotting art dating back over 200 years. It is believed it originated with fishermen and sailors as the tatting shuttle is similar to a tool used to repair fishing nets. It uses a tatting shuttle and crochet cotton . . . the finer the crochet cotton, the more dainty your tatting will be.

In Canada, tatting is not as popular as knitting and crocheting but it is hugely popular in Germany, Italy and Japan. The fine lace created by tatting is different from either knitting or crochet. It can be said that tatting is more ornamental whereas knitting and crocheting are more practical.

Melissa is a retired educator who has enjoyed tatting for over 40 years. She learned to tat when she was 12 by attending a course instructed at the Regional Library, but those lessons were reinforced by her maternal grandmother who was also a tatter. Besides tatting, Melissa enjoys all sorts of arts and crafts as well as gardening and preserving. She is currently working part-time with the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre as an administrative assistant and she helps with the kids’ programming.

This class is limited to 5 participants.

Participants must be 13 years of age or older.

You will require your own tatting shuttle. These can be purchased at Sew Creative & Interiors in Moosomin or they can be ordered online. Crochet cotton will be provided.

Click to link below to register.

We are honoured to be hosting a Métis Ribbon Skirt class, led by Métis Elder Christine Leshchyshyn.

This is a two part class (Wednesday August 21 from 5-8 and Thursday August 22 from 5-8) is offered on a first-come-first-basis to Indigenous people with preference given to Métis participants. Participants of all ages are welcome.

Participants will learn the history and tradition behind the Ribbon Skirt as well as the process of making it. Each participant will come away from the class with a Ribbon Skirt of their own making.

Moosomin Visual Arts Centre received financial assistance from Sask Lotteries, thanks to a SaskCulture program delivered in partnership with Gabriel Dumont Institute.

This class is offered free of charge to Métis people. First Nations and Inuit people, the cost of the class is $80.00 + GST.

The class is limited to 7 participants.

To register, click on the link.

Have you ever wanted to can or preserve your garden produce (or other foods) but were not sure how to do it safely? This is just the class for you . . . learn how to do pressure canning with Melissa Thiessen. This class is the second class Melissa is leading for us. Considering it’s harvest season, now is the time to learn and apply those canning skills!

Participants must be 10+ years of age.

Maximum 7 participants.

Bring your own apron. All other materials are supplied.

Participants must be 10+ years of age.

A BIT ABOUT OUR PRESENTER:

Melissa loves to garden and preserve food. She taught water bath and pressure canning classes in Maryfield two years ago and loves to teach others how to reduce food waste and create budget friendly alternatives for the kitchen. She also sells her canning at farmers markets in south east Saskatchewan in the summer.

Please click on the button below to register.

Just in time for harvest season!! Have you ever wanted to can or preserve your garden produce but were not sure how to do it safely? This is just the class for you . . . learn how to do water bath canning with Melissa Thiessen. This class is one of two classes Melissa is leading for us. If you are interested in pressure canning (with a pressure canner), you won’t want to miss that class, but you’ll need to register for it separately. Both of these canning methods are useful when preserving your produce, fish and poultry.

Participants must be 10+ years of age.

Maximum 7 participants.

Bring your own apron. All other materials are supplied.

Participants must be 10+ years of age.

A BIT ABOUT OUR PRESENTER:

Melissa loves to garden and preserve food. She taught water bath and pressure canning classes in Maryfield two years ago and loves to teach others how to reduce food waste and create budget friendly alternatives for the kitchen. She also sells her canning at farmers markets in south east Saskatchewan in the summer.

Please click on the button below to register.

Join Portrait Artist Errin Witherspoon at Moosomin Visual Arts Centre for an unforgettable evening painting YOUR PET! We’ll be celebrating your beloved furry friend with a portrait painting class like no other. This unique event is the perfect opportunity for all skill levels to unleash their artistic talents and create a stunning portrait of their pet.

Your 12”x12” canvas will be thoughtfully prepared with a sketch of your pet before you arrive.

Errin will guide you through her exclusive monopalette painting technique, employing 5-6 shades of a single colour of your choice. This approach will help you breathe life into your furry companion’s portrait on the canvas.

Watch for an email within 24 hours of ticket purchase with instructions for sending your pet photo to the artist.

No refunds will be issued after Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

Lona Dee Tremblay is a talented mixed media artist currently living in the Swan River, Manitoba area but she grew up and spent a majority of her adult years in the Tantallon/Rocanville area. She produces beautiful art work whether it is her mixed media compositions or her acrylic paintings on “unorthodox” surfaces like saws, skulls, antler or old barn board. Lona Dee also works with clay and plaster in her creations. She has shown her work in a number of juried art shows in her area and has completed numerous custom pieces. She has agreed to come and share her talent with us!

In this class, you will be creating a clay mask with air-dry clay.

Supplies are provided.

Ages 10 and up.

2 hour class.

Select the link below to register.

Wine glasses and beer steins are common enough items around a lot of households. What can you do to make your wine glass or beer stein unique? Join Lona Dee Tremblay as she shares her talent and expertise with us as we permanently decorate some glassware!

Ages 10 and up.

2 hour class.

Supplies are provided. Your choice of wine glass or beer stein to paint.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Lona Dee Tremblay is a talented mixed media artist currently living in the Swan River, Manitoba area but she grew up and spent a majority of her adult years in the Tantallon/Rocanville area. She produces beautiful art work whether it is her mixed media compositions or her acrylic paintings on “unorthodox” surfaces like saws, skulls, antler or old barn board (or a combination of the above). Lona Dee also works with clay and plaster in her creations. She has shown her work in a number of juried art shows in her area and has completed numerous custom pieces.

Select the link below to register.

Kathryn Wallack is the artist and owner of Easyart Valley View Art Studio. She has been an oil instructor for the last 20 years and is certified in Bob Ross landscape, floral and wildlife techniques. We have been lucky to have her joining us at the Arts Centre once a month!

“Lakeview Sunset” completed on a 10”x20” stretched canvas.

Beginner friendly

All supplies included

3 hour class

For artists 14 years and up

15 people maximum

Follow the link below to register for the class.

VIDEO IS THE WAY TO GO!! Check out what your kids are doing online . . . they’ll tell you without a video, they’ll cruise by the message . . .”just keep scrolling”. VIDEO ATTRACTS ATTENTION.

Do you have a (or a few) social media account(s)? Do you use video content for marketing purposes? Ever wonder how you can “do better?” Check out this class hosted by Kayla Porter of Kayla Porter Social, a local online social media agency.

For ages 16-99.

You will need a notebook and the device on which you will be creating your content (phone or iPad).

Have you ever wanted to design your own fabric? It's not as hard as you think! Keely will walk you through the steps of taking a simple design and turning it into a repeating pattern to be printed on fabric. This is a great class for quilters, sewers, fabric artists and fine artists. Once you understand how to make a repeating pattern you can also use it to design wallpaper, notebook covers, rugs, etc.

All class supplies included, fabric order not included

8 people maximum

Ages 13 and up

Follow the link below to register:

If you've been interested in trying soft pastels this is the class for you! Martin will talk about and demo some techniques. Then you'll get a chance to try out the materials for yourself to see if you love it.

All supplies included

8 people maximum

Age 15 and up

Follow the link below to register for the class.

“Mandala” is the Sanskrit word for “circle”. In Tibet, the creation of mandalas is considered a form of “mind maintenance.” The circle is the most natural shape and shows both the beginning and the end. The repetitive pattern within the mandala is soothing and meditative. Carl Jung, a famous psychiatrist, says “A mandala is the psychological expression of the totality of the self.”

Join Ione Krainyk as she shows us how to create our own mandalas. You will create your own mandala on a 8” x 8” canvas board using acrylic paints.

Participants must be aged 12 and older.

There is a limit of 8 participants in this class.

2 hour class.

This class is a pre-requisite to an up-coming class on stepping stones.

Follow the link to register.

Procreate is an illustration, sketching, and painting app for iPads. It is a wonderful tool for any artist! Use it to create original digital art, graphics and animations or to sketch out ideas for other art mediums. In this class, Olha will walk you through the basic tools and features of Procreate as you make a digital painting.

All supplies included, but you can bring your own iPad with Procreate installed and Apple pencil if you prefer.

Ages 10 and up

Maximum 10 people

Follow the link below to register.

Join Markie as she guides us through the preparation of leather and tooling of a leather belt. Dying of the leather will not happen in this class.

Come prepared by bringing a well fitting belt to use for measurements. All other supplies included.

Ages 16 and up.

Maximum 8 participants.

3 hour class.

Follow the link below to register for the class.

Join the library at the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre as we Celebrate Indigenous People’s Day with Yoga (weather permitting we’ll be outside).

Our instructor, Armanda McArthur is a member of the Pheasant Rump Nakota Nation on Treaty 4 territory.

All ages and abilities are welcome to join us.

Armanda will be bringing extra yoga mats if you need one.

Contact the library if you are planning to attend or will need to borrow a mat.

306-435-2107

moosomin@southeastlibrary.ca

This program is funded in thanks to Government of Saskatchewan , Saskatchewan Library Association , SaskCulture , & Saskatchewan Lotteries.

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Andie has been making dream catchers for a while now and she has graciously agreed to share her talent and craft with us!

Ages 8 and up.

1.5 - 2 hour class.

20 people maximum.

Create a 12 inch dream catcher - all supplies provided and you will have your choice of colours. If you’d like to use a doilies for the middle then please bring your own that is 12 inches or smaller. We could possibly make larger doilies work but no guarantees.

Follow the link below to register.

As part of the Travelling Mentor Program, CARFAC SASK and Moosomin Visual Art Centre are pleased to present the following free workshop:

CERAMICS with Travelling Mentor Rob Froese on Monday June 17, 2024 from 6pm-9pm. Hosted in-person at Moosomin Visual Art Centre.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

This ceramics workshop, led by CARFAC SASK’s 2023-2024 Travelling Mentor, will include: discussion of clay, ceramics processes, and how utility and cultural context unite in a completed ceramic work, acquainting yourself with a clay body to discover its working qualities, a group sculpture activity, and demonstration and hands-on handbuilt platter making.

ABOUT ROB FROESE

Raised in Saskatchewan, Rob’s ceramic practice has been strongly influenced by 15 years of making and exhibiting in Japan. Since 2015, he has produced work and taught out of a Saskatoon studio, Medalta International Artists in Residence, Medicine Hat, and the Alberta University of the Arts in Calgary, where he is a Sessional Ceramics Faculty member. His work is informed by an art centred upbringing, travel and work experiences in Canada, Mexico, Europe and Southeast Asia, and formal art studies at the University of Saskatchewan (BA), University of Regina (BFA), and Alberta University of the Arts (MFA Craft Media). Rob’s ceramic work employs a growing variety of clay bodies, forming techniques, and diverse kiln firing methods. Learn more at: robfroese.com

FREE WORKSHOP

The Travelling Mentor program is made possible thanks to funding support from SK Arts and SaskCulture / Sask Lotteries and from CARFAC SASK's artist members across the province. Consider joining or renewing your membership today.

Darlene Strong is excited to share with you tips, tricks and information that she has gleaned over the 30 years she has worked with this medium. This class is a great opportunity for you to learn the basics of this magical medium!

Ages 13 and up.

All supplies included.

Full day course. Learn about supplies, color, painting still life and painting scenery.

$140.00 + GST for the full day.

Bring a bag lunch!

Complete the form below to register.

https://forms.gle/bvCXs25nRQKHp1Bk8

Kathryn Wallack is the artist and owner of Easyart Valley View Art Studio. She has been an oil instructor for the last 20 years and is certified in Bob Ross landscape, floral and wildlife techniques. We are lucky to have her joining us at the Arts Centre once a month!

Father’s Day Oil painting done on a 16” x 20”

Titled “ Fisherman’s Trail”

Try your hand at a new painting technique using paint thinner and watch the chemical reaction used to achieve the wood grain effect in this picture.

Beginner friendly

All supplies included

3 hour class

For artists 14 years and up

15 people maximum

Follow the link below to register for the class.

This quick class will teach you the basics of Photoshop. Learn about Photoshop tools and some simple ways to improve your photographs.

This will be a demonstration only so bring a notebook to take notes and come with all your questions.

All ages welcome!

Follow the link below to register for the class.

A little bit of imagination and a rock or two (or more) . . . the possibilities are endless! This class is geared towards kids but is open to anyone of any age. Your young at heart will join Donna Stanhope in creating amazing rock objects.

Limit of 10 participants.

Class is 1.5 - 2 hours long.

Follow the link below to register.

Join Jennifer as she shows you the three basic stitches in crochet to get you started on your own crochet project. This is a fabulous opportunity for those of you who want to learn how to begin crocheting!

Ages 6 and older.

Limit of 12 participants.

1.5 - 2 hour session.

Follow the link below to register.

A little bit of imagination and a rock or two (or more) . . . the possibilities are endless! This class is geared towards kids but is open to anyone of any age. Your young at heart will join Donna Stanhope in creating amazing rock objects.

Limit of 10 participants.

Class is 1.5 - 2 hours long.

Follow the link below to register.