Drop In Art, Studio Time
Ages: Adult
Got a project that you just can’t find the time to get back to? Join us in our NOWCO Fireside Room for drop in studio time. Bring your project and your supplies and devote time to creating in the company of others!
Registration not required. Free to attend. Supplies not included.
Wednesdays
10 AM - 1 PM
Free To attend
Drop In
Brave New Writing
Ages: 16+
Facilitator: Fran Kimmel
Need a kick start to get writing? These drop-in nights will provide you a safe space to write, discuss, and share your work. Each session will include time to work on your own project or follow a guided writing prompt.
Please bring a notebook or charged laptop. No writing experience necessary.
March 18
6:30 PM - 8 PM
$5
Drop In,
Registration recommended
Dementia-friendly Music
Dementia-friendly Music is back for another session beginning March 4th - a great opportunity for those suffering from Dementia to take part in the community in a safe and supportive environment, using music to boost mood and enrich lives.
Free attend, please register by emailing admin@lacombepac.com or call the office, 403-588-4386
March 4 - April 29
Tuesdays
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Beginner Acrylics
Ages: 13+
Instructor: Karen Scarlett
The beginner-level class teaches all the skills to become a knowledgeable painter, starting at supplies, brush work, and how to prep, and moving into completing a piece. You will cover composition, value, and colour theory throughout the course.
Mondays
6 PM - 9 PM
March 10 - April 14
$180 plus materials
Write On
Ages: 18+
An opportunity for intermediate writers to gather with self-guided writing time, share their work, and get critical feedback on current projects in a small-group setting.
Tuesdays
7 PM - 9 PM
March 25 - April 29
$50
Encaustic Spring Animals
Ages: 18+
Instructor: Erinn Evans
Encaustic artist, Erinn Evans, will guide you through the basics of painting with encaustics. You will learn several techniques for creating pattern and texture. By the end of your class, you will go home with your very own encaustic painting. All materials supplied.
Sunday
12 pM - 5:00 PM
April 13
$90
Making and Mending Ekphrastic Poetry
Ages: 16+
Instructor: Rayanne Haines
In this workshop we will explore the making or creation process of Ekphrastic Poetry using visual and musical prompts and then we’ll explore mending our words by putting them to work.
We’ll briefly discuss the history and value of Ekphrastic Poetry AND we’ll take a deep dive into the editing process and the poet’s necessity to do work beyond the surface. We’ll discuss considerations around nuance, subject, form, and voice.
Monday
6:00 pM - 9:00 PM
May 5
$55
Promoting Your Artistic Practice
Ages: 16+
Facilitator: Rosanna Kerekes, Vicki Sullivan
Join us for a discussion of branding and messaging including a beginners how-to on graphic design elements in Canva.
This evening is meant for artists who are looking to get their art 'out there' but aren't too sure where to begin. Time for discussion and Q&A afterwards to connect with fellow artists.
Wednesday
7 pM - 9 PM
April 16
$10 non-members
Free for LPAC Members
Summer Camps
Ages: 6-12
A variety of arts activities that incorporate or take inspiration from nature along with fun games to keep kids moving!
Decorate a camp t-shirt, focus on the music of nature, and end the week off with an exhibit showcasing all the art work created.