Free speaker event ‘The Future is Now, So What are we Building’ with Nadine Ibrahim (Part of the Be*Spoke Festival)
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaPresented by the Be*Spoke Festival - you are invited to attend this FREE speaker event in the atrium at the Elora Centre for the Arts!
HI-TEA & TALES IN THE ATRIUM WITH JAN FEDUCK
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaHI-TEA & TALES IN THE ATRIUM WITH JAN FEDUCK
Join us for a Sunday afternoon Tea Party in our new Atrium space!
Sharing tea together is a tradition that has been practiced worldwide for centuries. Author and tea enthusiast Jan Feduck invites you to high tea and storytelling, steeped in tradition and infused with fun! Jan will serve a High Tea and give a short talk about tea traditions and stories that are part fact, part fiction, but pure fascination.
This special gathering celebrates the creativity and community that flourishes at the Art Centre, and of course, TEA! All proceeds benefit the Supportive Arts program and the mission to enrich lives through inclusive, accessible programming!
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BOATS IN MEDITERRANEAN LIGHT. OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaBOATS IN MEDITERRANEAN LIGHT. OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
Shake off winter and immerse yourself in sun-drenched colour and coastal charm inspired by artist Rick Worthington’s original painting Boats in Mediterranean Light—a celebration of warmth, movement, and atmosphere!
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FREE ART CLINIC WITH BARRY McCARTHY
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaFREE ART CLINIC WITH ARTIST BARRY McCARTHY One spot available!
Calling all artists! Looking for fresh inspiration, motivation, and expert guidance? Join us for a FREE Art Clinic with renowned Canadian artist Barry McCarthy! Bring your work-in-progress and materials and spend the afternoon painting in our new light-filled Atrium space. Barry will offer one-on-one insights, technique suggestions, and encouragement to help you move forward, refine your approach, or finally finish that painting you’ve been working on.
Free Event
EXPRESSIVE ABSTRACTS WITH CAROLYN SHARP
EXPRESSIVE ABSTRACTS WITH CAROLYN SHARP
Discover the possibilities of abstract painting with artist Carolyn Sharp in this introductory workshop suitable for all levels of experience.
Spend a playful day exploring what makes an abstract painting compelling and learn how to build dynamic compositions and achieve colour harmony.
Carolyn will guide you through playful exercises and share practical tips to spark your imagination!
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LIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM. MARCH
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaLIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM. 3-HOUR SELF-GUIDED SESSIONS WITH LIVE MODEL
Join us on the first Tuesday of the month for self-directed life drawing centered on creative flow, shared space, and working from the human form. This is a welcoming evening designed to support both personal practice and community connection. Come draw, paint and reconnect with your practice alongside fellow artists!
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BASKET WEAVING INTRO WITH WOVEN HUES
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaINTRO TO BASKET WEAVING WITH DAVID GRIEVES OF WOVEN HUES
2 spots available!
Join artisan David Grieves and craft a traditional piece of functional art from the WOVEN HUES NATURALS COLLECTION. Guided step‑by‑step, weave a clean, modern round basket in a refined two‑tone palette and timeless design.
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VAN GOGH IRISES. OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaVAN GOGH IRISES WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
Shake off winter and step into spring by immersing yourself in Van Gogh’s 1890 masterwork Irises. In this one‑day oil painting workshop, you’ll explore bold colour, expressive brushwork, and simplified shapes inspired by this iconic floral painting.
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MORE MOSAIC STAINED GLASS WITH STEPH HOWE
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaMORE MOSAIC STAINED GLASS WITH STEPH HOWE
Step into a world of color and creativity in this hands-on workshop led by glass artist Steph Howe. Whether you're brand new to stained glass or simply curious to try something new, this class offers the perfect introduction!
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SUPPORTIVE ARTS SPRING WEDNESDAYS
SUPPORTIVE ARTS SPRING WEDNESDAYS
APRIL 1 - JUNE 17, 2026
10 AM – 12 PM
Weekly, inclusive art & mindfulness classes for adults with varying abilities. Join us Sept to June for weekly guided 2-hour workshops designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session embraces diversity and friendship through explorations in art making, movement, mindfulness and music. Every week is as unique as our participants!
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ARTFUL AGEING! APRIL IN THE ATRIUM
ARTFUL AGEING. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS IN APRIL PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO REGISTER FOR MAY OR JUNE CLASSES
Celebrate creativity, connection and community every Wednesday at the Arts Centre! Beginner-friendly art projects designed for older adults that embrace creative freedom and collaboration in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
SUPPORTIVE ARTS SPRING THURSDAYS
SUPPORTIVE ARTS SPRING THRUSDAYS
APRIL 2 - JUNE 18, 2026
10 AM – 12 PM
Weekly, inclusive art & mindfulness classes for adults with varying abilities. Join us Sept to June for weekly guided 2-hour workshops designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session embraces diversity and friendship through explorations in art making, movement, mindfulness and music. Every week is as unique as our participants!
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LIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM. APRIL
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaLIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM. 3-HOUR SELF-GUIDED SESSIONS WITH LIVE MODEL
Join us on the first Tuesday of the month for self-directed life drawing centered on creative flow, shared space, and working from the human form. This is a welcoming evening designed to support both personal practice and community connection. Come draw, paint and reconnect with your practice alongside fellow artists!
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OIL & COLD WAX INTRO WITH CAROLYN SHARP
OIL & COLD WAX INTRO WITH CAROLYN SHARP
Join artist Carolyn Sharp to explore the expressive medium of oil and cold wax.
Cold wax (beeswax) creates a depth in paintings that is unlike any other. Using beeswax, learn how to build rich layers and experiment with tools like palette knives, brayers, and silicone wedges.
Carolyn will guide you towards creating atmospheric and colourful abstract paintings, and share insights on how to create compelling compositions and creating colour harmony.
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WRITING WITH FIRE. INTRO TO PYROGRAPHY WITH HEATHER MARTIN
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaINTRO TO PYROGRAPHY WITH HEATHER MARTIN
Spend a relaxed afternoon with artist Heather Martin and discover the expressive, hands-on art of pyrography. In this introductory workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of writing with fire as you explore mark‑making, texture, shading, and safe tool use. Guided step‑by‑step, you’ll create your own custom wood‑burned charcuterie board—beautiful, functional, and uniquely yours!
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LAYERED LIGHT. CREATING FUSED GLASS WALL ART WITH STEPH HOWE
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaCREATING FUSED GLASS WALL ART WITH STEPH HOWE
Create a unique kiln‑formed, two‑dimensional fused‑glass piece with glass artist Steph Howe!
Design a piece for your wall that plays with layered colour, texture, and luminous transparency. A perfect introduction to working with glass!
BIRDS OF BECOMING. SCULPTURE WITH CAROLE CHALOUPKA
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaBIRDS OF BECOMING WITH ELORA SCULPTOR CAROLE CHALOUPKA
1 ticket available! This class is also available May 31
Birds of Becoming is a hands-on sculpture workshop centred on making a bird form as a container for personal reflection and becoming.
Professional sculptor Carole Chaloupka approaches sculpture as a meaningful creative practice—one in which the act of shaping an object by hand allows form, intention, and meaning to emerge together.
INTUITIVE TAPESTRY! WEAVING WITH DIANNE KENNEDY CRUTTENDEN
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaINTUITIVE TAPESTRY WEAVING WITH DIANNE KC!
Step into a world of color, texture, and creative freedom with textile artist Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden. This hands-on workshop invites you to break free from traditional weaving rules and let your instincts lead the way!
LIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM. MAY
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaLIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM. 3-HOUR SELF-GUIDED SESSIONS WITH LIVE MODEL
Join us on the first Tuesday of the month for self-directed life drawing centered on creative flow, shared space, and working from the human form. This is a welcoming evening designed to support both personal practice and community connection. Come draw, paint and reconnect with your practice alongside fellow artists!
ARTFUL AGEING! MAY IN THE ATRIUM
ARTFUL AGEING. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS IN MAY PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO REGISTER FOR JUNE CLASSES
Celebrate creativity, connection and community every Wednesday at the Arts Centre! Beginner-friendly art projects designed for older adults that embrace creative freedom and collaboration in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
FIRE & FORM. CREATING A FUSED GLASS BOWL WITH STEPH HOWE
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaJoin glass artist Steph Howe for an introduction to the art of fused glass and create a beautiful set of two sculpted dishes. In this hands‑on workshop, participants learn the essentials of cutting and grinding glass, then work on a pre‑fused flat glass panel as their creative base.
ROOTED TOGETHER. MOTHER’S DAY CREATIVE WOODBURNING RETREAT
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaA MOTHER’S DAY WOODBURNING RETREAT WITH HEATHER MARTIN
Spend Mother’s Day slowing down, creating, and sharing time together in nature. with artist Heather Martin. This day-retreat is an invitation to spend a day with your mom, close friend, or come as you are to gather with others and enjoy a meaningful creative experience rooted in presence, gratitude, and connection!
MOSAIC STAINED GLASS FOR ALL WITH STEPH HOWE
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaMOSAIC STAINED GLASS FOR ALL WITH STEPH HOWE
Immerse yourself in a world of color and light with glass artist Steph Howe. Discover the captivating world of stained glass —from cutting and shaping glass to assembling your very own luminous piece.
Whether you're new to stained glass, or just eager for some fresh creativity, this class is designed to be a relaxed afternoon of inspiration and fun!
BASKET WEAVING INTRO WITH WOVEN HUES
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaINTRO TO BASKET WEAVING WITH DAVID GRIEVES OF WOVEN HUES
Join artisan David Grieves and craft a traditional piece of functional art from the WOVEN HUES NATURALS COLLECTION. Guided step‑by‑step, weave a clean, modern round basket in a refined two‑tone palette and timeless design.
MONET HAYSTACKS 1890. IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaMONET HAYSTACKS IMPRESSIONIST PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
Painting Light! Step into the luminous world of Claude Monet and discover how colour can become your most expressive tool.
In this beginner-intermediate oil painting workshop, artists will investigate the techniques Claude Monet used to capture shifting light, fleeting moments, and atmospheric nuance, focusing especially on his iconic Haystacks series.
BIRDS OF BECOMING. SCULPTURE WITH CAROLE CHALOUPKA
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaBIRDS OF BECOMING WITH ELORA SCULPTOR CAROLE CHALOUPKA
Birds of Becoming is a hands-on sculpture workshop centred on making a bird form as a container for personal reflection and becoming.
Professional sculptor Carole Chaloupka approaches sculpture as a meaningful creative practice—one in which the act of shaping an object by hand allows form, intention, and meaning to emerge together.
LIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM. JUNE
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaLIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM. 3-HOUR SELF-GUIDED SESSIONS WITH LIVE MODEL
Join us on the first Tuesday of the month for self-directed life drawing centered on creative flow, shared space, and working from the human form. This is a welcoming evening designed to support both personal practice and community connection. Come draw, paint and reconnect with your practice alongside fellow artists!
ARTFUL AGEING! JUNE IN THE ATRIUM
ARTFUL AGEING. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS IN JUNE
Celebrate creativity, connection and community every Wednesday at the Arts Centre! Beginner-friendly art projects designed for older adults that embrace creative freedom and collaboration in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
SUMMER BLOOMS! PUNCH NEEDLE CUSHION
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, Canada2-DAY RUG HOOKING WORKSHOP WITH CAITLIN BARRIE
AFTER VAN GOGH. OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaTHE STARRY NIGHT. POST-IMPRESSIONISM WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
Join artist Rick Worthington for this beginner to intermediate oil painting workshop, inspired by the Post‑Impressionist vision of Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night. Explore how Van Gogh used bold, directional brushstrokes and striking colour contrasts to infuse the night sky with movement and emotion.
PLAYFUL PUNCH NEEDLE CHARACTER! WITH ALISA McRONALD
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaSummon a soft, squishy sidekick from the depths of your creative cauldron—let’s BREW UP A PAL with ALISA McRONALD! Let the colours swirl and the characters emerge with internationally exhibited textile artist Alisa McRonald!
WEAVING A CANADIAN LANDSCAPE WITH DIANNE KENNEDY CRUTTENDEN
Elora Centre for the Arts 75 Melville Street, Elora, Ontario, CanadaTAPESTRY WEAVING WITH DIANNE KENNEDY CRUTTENDEN
Discover the quiet joy of tapestry weaving with fibre artist Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden and create your own hand-woven Canadian landscape. This workshop welcomes both beginners and experienced weavers into a relaxed, creative space that celebrate the land, sky, and beauty of our home-Canada.