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SUMMARY:LIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM. MAY
DESCRIPTION:LIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM.  3-HOUR SELF-GUIDED SESSIONS WITH LIVE MODEL \nJoin 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! \n \n\nDraw from a professional nude model through a series of varying timed poses\, moving between quick\, energetic gestures and longer\, more contemplative holds.  \nThere is no formal instruction. Artists are free to work independently\, follow their own practice\, and use the materials and approach that suit them best. The atmosphere is respectful\, calm\, and centered on observation and creative focus. \nClasses will take place in the Atrium space. Blinds will be lowered during all sessions to ensure privacy. \nEach session will be facilitated by an ECFTA staff member.  \nFor more information\, please contact us. \n\nArtists are asked to bring their own materials; \n\nEasel or backboard\nClips\nNewsprint\nDrawing or painting materials\n\n  \n\nEasels and table  will be available to work on.\nWhen completing the registration form\, please specify in the NOTE FIELD if you would like a table\, an easel\, or drawing bench\, as available.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/life-drawing-in-the-atrium-may/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260506T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260306T203024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T174437Z
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SUMMARY:ARTFUL AGEING! MAY IN THE ATRIUM
DESCRIPTION:ARTFUL AGEING. 4 WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS IN MAY PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO REGISTER FOR JUNE CLASSES \nCelebrate 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! \n \nIf you’re looking for connection and CreativiTea\, we’ve got it for you! \nRECONNECT\, CREATE\, & CELEBRATE THE ART OF AGEING WITH IMAGINATION! \n\n  \nJOIN US THIS MAY! \n\nWe offer 4 individual Wednesday classes in May\nEach week will offer something fresh\, fun\, and inspiring for all skill levels\nExplore fresh ideas\, materials\, and techniques in a relaxed\, welcoming space\nA new guest instructor and engaging project each week\n2-hour classes are playful\, fun and only $15!\n12:30-2:30 pm every Wednesday\nPlease come to catch up over tea and cookies anytime from 12:30 with the class starting at 1pm.\nParticipants are invited to come 30 minutes early for complimentary tea & connect or visit the exhibition before class\nRegistration is available per month\, April to June. Simply scroll down to GET TICKETS \n\n\n  \n\nThis program is geared towards the senior community\, however there is NO AGE MINIMUM.\nWe regret\, refunds are not available. Missed classes are transferable to another week or to a friend!\nPlease note\, Member Discounts are not applicable for this Outreach Program\n\nNEED HELP WITH TICKETS?  Please email us or call 519-846-9698\, Wed-Sat 10-4\, Sun 12-4 \n  \n\n  \nACCESSIBILITY at the Elora Centre for the Arts \n\nThe Elora Centre for the Arts is committed to being fully accessible and welcoming to everyone in our community. We provide accommodations for visitors with mobility and accessibility needs to ensure a comfortable and inclusive experience. Convenient parking is available in our lot\, located directly beside the Art Centre off Chalmers Street. \n  \n\nThe 2026 ARTFUL AGEING season is supported through the generosity of our community.  \nWe thank you! \n\n  \nPlease contact us for more information or availability on our waitlist.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/artful-ageing-may-in-the-atrium/
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260111T203548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T142723Z
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SUMMARY:FIRE & FORM. CREATING A FUSED GLASS BOWL WITH STEPH HOWE
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \n \nThis workshop will explore colour\, form\, and surface design while learning essential fused‑glass techniques. Using glass frit (powdered glass)\, glass noodles\, and fusible glass paints\, students will build their own custom design with vibrant detail and depth. \nEach bowl\, approximately 6” will be crafted from 2 layers of glass that are fully fused flat and ready to decorate before the class. By the end of class\, you’ll have a pair of unique\, handcrafted dishes ready to display or gift. \nFollowing class\, Steph will take each piece to her home studio for final kiln firing. \nFinished artworks will be returned to the Art Centre within 2 weeks. Participants will receive an email notification when their pieces are ready for pickup! \n\n  \nFused glass is a labor-intensive process to prepare\, with a higher material cost. Please note\, there is a $30 kit fee payable to the instructor in cash or transfer at the start of class. All tools and materials will be provided in the kit fee. \nIf participants have their own glass cutting tools\, please feel free to bring them along! \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/fire-form-creating-a-fused-glass-bowl-with-steph-howe/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,courses,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20251028T155642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T155834Z
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SUMMARY:MOSAIC STAINED GLASS FOR ALL WITH STEPH HOWE
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC STAINED GLASS FOR ALL WITH STEPH HOWE \nImmerse 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.\nWhether 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! \n \nWith step-by-step guidance\, you’ll learn techniques\, gain confidence\, and leave with a beautiful project that is a reflection of you! \nChoose from one of Steph’s original designs and learn how to score\, cut\, and arrange vibrant glass pieces into a beautiful approx. 10” x 10” framed mosaic. \nFor those who have taken Steph’s class before\, students are welcome to bring your own image or design idea. \nGreat for beginners and those with some experience—just bring your curiosity and leave with a one-of-a-kind creation! \n All materials included.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/mosaic-stained-glass-for-all-with-steph-howe/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,courses,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260116T005849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T155812Z
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SUMMARY:BASKET WEAVING INTRO WITH WOVEN HUES
DESCRIPTION:INTRO TO BASKET WEAVING WITH DAVID GRIEVES OF WOVEN HUES \nJoin 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. \n \nMore than just a craft session\, this experience introduces you to fundamental weaving techniques using materials thoughtfully prepared\, sustainably sourced\, and natural. You’ll leave not only with a finished basket\, but with the skills and confidence to continue your weaving journey! \n  \n\n  \nUnique Features & Materials \n\nThoughtfully Pre-Dyed Reed. Natural reed is hand-dyed using traditional\, sustainable methods with Walnut Husk and Madder Root to achieve a subtle\, rich two-tone effect. \n\nModern Stake and Strand Weave design incorporates a stake and strand weave with varied thickness\, resulting in a contemporary aesthetic that fits perfectly in any home. \n\nReady-to-Weave Kit includes everything needed to complete the basket is included and pre-prepped. Woven by you\, prepped by us! You get all the necessary materials (reed and cane) to start weaving immediately. \n\n  \nSkills You Will Learn \n\nPerfect for an enthusiastic beginner or an intermediate weaver looking to explore natural dyeing and modern design. \n\nMaster the round base technique\, learn how to add filler for structural integrity\, and practice twining. \n\nPractice the core weave along with a clean start & stop. \n\nLearn professional finishing; rimming skills\, including trimming & tucking stakes and applying a clean lashing finish. \nAll levels of experience are welcome. No experience necessary. \nAll materials included. \nContact us for more info.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/basket-weaving-intro-with-woven-hues-2/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260111T153112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T215354Z
UID:10000907-1780135200-1780156800@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:MONET HAYSTACKS 1890. IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
DESCRIPTION:MONET HAYSTACKS IMPRESSIONIST PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON \nPainting Light! Step into the luminous world of Claude Monet and discover how colour can become your most expressive tool. \nIn 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. \n \nStudying a master’s work has long been one of the most effective ways to grow as a painter. In this one-day session\, we’ll explore how Monet used colour — rather than detail — to capture light\, atmosphere\, and time of day. Through simplified forms\, expressive brushwork\, and thoughtful colour relationships\, you’ll learn how to suggest changing light and build a cohesive palette inspired by Monet’s approach to temperature and harmony. \n\nSuitable for painters with some oil experience. \n Demonstrations and individual instruction will be provided throughout the day. \nPlease note\, there is a $25 kit fee payable in cash to the instructor at the start of class.\nAll materials are provided in the kit fee.; oil paint\, canvas\, odourless solvent\, brushes\, reference image \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/monet-haystacks-impressionist-weekend-workshop-with-rick-worthington/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260531T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260316T162230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T133126Z
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SUMMARY:BIRDS OF BECOMING. SCULPTURE WITH CAROLE CHALOUPKA
DESCRIPTION:BIRDS OF BECOMING WITH ELORA SCULPTOR CAROLE CHALOUPKA  \nBirds of Becoming is a hands-on sculpture workshop centred on making a bird form as a container for personal reflection and becoming. \nProfessional 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. \n \nIn this workshop\, Carole guides participants through a considered\, step-by-step sculptural process using a lightweight\, Japanese stone clay. The method is clear and well-structured\, while leaving space for individual expression.  \nBirds have long appeared across cultures as powerful symbols of transition\, freedom\, and inner movement – creatures that move between earth and sky\, matter and spirit. In Birds of Becoming\, the bird form serves as a quiet\, sculptural metaphor\, allowing participants to work with ideas of change\, resilience\, and attention through making. \nParticipants may choose to colour their clay prior to sculpting\, or paint after drying. Completed birds can either be mounted as a freestanding sculpture on a small wooden base\, or become a suspended sculptural form incorporating glass beads. \nAll materials are provided\, and participants will leave with a completed sculptural piece. \nThis workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those with prior art experience who are interested in sculpture as a reflective\, process-led practice. \nSculptor Carole Chaloupka approaches sculpture as a deeply rewarding creative journey–one where the maker shapes an object with their own hands\, imbuing it with personal meaning and intention. \n\n  \nPlease note there is a $25 kit fee\, payable to Carole at the start of class. All materials are included in the kit fee. \nThere is a minimum of 6 to run this class. Fees will be fully refunded if class is not able to run. \nContact us for more info.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/birds-of-becoming-sculpture-with-carole-chaloupka/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260204T212928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T010609Z
UID:10000934-1780421400-1780432200@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:LIFE DRAWING. JUNE IN THE ATRIUM
DESCRIPTION:LIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM.  3-HOUR SELF-GUIDED SESSIONS WITH LIVE MODEL \nJoin us on the first Tuesday of the June 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! \n \n\nDraw from a professional nude model through a series of varying timed poses\, moving between quick\, energetic gestures and longer\, more contemplative holds.  \nThere is no formal instruction. Artists are free to work independently\, follow their own practice\, and use the materials and approach that suit them best. The atmosphere is respectful\, calm\, and centered on observation and creative focus. \nClasses will take place in the Atrium space. Blinds will be lowered during all sessions to ensure privacy. \nEach session will be facilitated by an ECFTA staff member.  \nFor more information\, please contact us. \n\nArtists are asked to bring their own materials; \n\nEasel or backboard\nClips\nNewsprint\nDrawing or painting materials\n\n  \n\nEasels and table  will be available to work on.\nWhen completing the registration form\, please specify in the NOTE FIELD if you would like a table\, an easel\, or drawing bench\, as available.\n\n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/life-drawing-in-the-atrium-june/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260603T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260306T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T194520Z
UID:10000947-1780489800-1782311400@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:ARTFUL AGEING! JUNE IN THE ATRIUM
DESCRIPTION:ARTFUL AGEING AFTERNOONS IN JUNE  \nSINGLE WEDNESDAY TICKETS AVAILABLE THIS MONTH! \nCelebrate 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! \n \nIf you’re looking for connection and CreativiTea\, we’ve got it for you! \nRECONNECT\, CREATE\, & CELEBRATE THE ART OF AGEING WITH IMAGINATION! \n\n  \nJOIN US THIS JUNE! \n\nWe offer 4 individual Wednesday classes in June\nEach week will offer something fresh\, fun\, and inspiring for all skill levels\nExplore fresh ideas\, materials\, and techniques in a relaxed\, welcoming space\nA new guest instructor and engaging project each week\n2-hour classes are playful\, fun and only $15!\n12:30-2:30 pm every Wednesday\n\nPlease come to catch up over tea and cookies anytime from 12:30 with the class starting at 1pm \n\nParticipants are invited to come 30 minutes early for complimentary tea & connect or visit the exhibition before class\nRegistration is available per month\, April to June. Simply scroll down to GET TICKETS \n\n\n  \n\nThis program is geared towards the senior community\, however there is NO AGE MINIMUM.\nWe regret\, refunds are not available. Missed classes are transferable to another week or to a friend!\nPlease note\, Member Discounts are not applicable for this Outreach Program\n\nNEED HELP WITH TICKETS?  Please email us or call 519-846-9698\, Wed-Sat 10-4\, Sun 12-4 \n  \n\n  \nACCESSIBILITY at the Elora Centre for the Arts \n\nThe Elora Centre for the Arts is committed to being fully accessible and welcoming to everyone in our community. We provide accommodations for visitors with mobility and accessibility needs to ensure a comfortable and inclusive experience. Convenient parking is available in our lot\, located directly beside the Art Centre off Chalmers Street. \n  \n\nThe 2026 ARTFUL AGEING season is supported through the generosity of our community.  \nWe thank you! \n\n  \nPlease contact us for more information or availability on our waitlist.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/artful-ageing-june-in-the-atrium/
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260519T132923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T132923Z
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SUMMARY:ABSTRACT PAINTING - CREATIVE ADVENTURES WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT PAINTING – CREATIVE ADVENTURES WORKSHOP \nwith Kate Taylor \nSaturday\, June 20\, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM \nJoin us on a Creative Adventure and step into play\, where we take you a journey of discovery! \n \nThese retreats welcomes all creative spirits.\nCreative Adventures is designed specifically for non-artists – no experience required – just a willingness to be open-minded and embrace play! Our goal is not to teach you to be a painter but rather\, to expose you to a number of different creative activities that allow you to figure out what really sparks your interest. It is about play\, experimentation and getting your hands messy. Remember what it felt like to do art classes as a child? We want to reintroduce you to that enthusiastic experience trading “perfection” for movement and guided creative freedom! \nAbstract Painting\nAbstract art uses a visual language of shape\, form\, colour and line that can be inspired by something specific but is not representational. It relies heavily on emotion and composition to hold together.  Working with a palette knife\, Kate will teach techniques and play\, using the woodgrain as a key component.  \nAt the end of each day\, celebrate your creative achievements with new friends and take home your masterpiece and treasured memories. \nINCLUDED\nAll you need to do is get yourself there! \nEverything you need will be ready for you including all artist grade supplies for the workshop. We start the morning with creativity exercises and then move into embracing the painting medium of the day. Additional techniques are introduced throughout the afternoon.  \nEach guest will work on a 6″x6″ panel\, an 8″x8 panel and multiple ‘postcards” studies. \nRefreshments\, continental breakfast and light lunch provided throughout the day. \nCOST\n$375 + HST or $600 + HST if you register for both Encaustic and Abstract Painting Creative Adventure Workshops – a savings of $150\nEtransfer payment is preferred. If paying with a credit card a small 2.5% service fee will be added to the cost. \nTO REGISTER\nSimply email Angela and Kate at Creative Adventures: creativeadventuresevents@gmail.com indicating the workshop(s) you would like to attend. We will send you an email confirming your booking and invoice.  \nMinimum registration required to host event. In the unlikely event that we do not fill a workshop\, we will reach out to you as soon as possible and no later than one week prior to the event date. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nVisit my website: https://www.angelalanestudio.com/workshop/41985/creative-adventure-greater-toronto-area-elora
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/abstract-painting-creative-adventures-workshop/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,courses,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260326T203226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T203226Z
UID:10000957-1781949600-1781971200@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:AFTER VAN GOGH. OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
DESCRIPTION:THE STARRY NIGHT. POST-IMPRESSIONISM WITH RICK WORTHINGTON \nJoin 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. \n \nRather than focusing on fine detail\, this workshop encourages a looser\, more expressive approach—aimed at capturing the rhythm\, light\, and energy of the scene. \nThroughout the day\, we’ll experiment with mixing luminous blues and vibrant yellows\, keeping colours clean\, and using confident\, textured brushwork to build depth and atmosphere. Demonstrations will guide you through each stage of the process\, and individual support will help you develop your own expressive style. \nThis workshop is ideal for beginners with some painting experience as well as intermediate painters looking to loosen up and explore impressionistic techniques. \nAll skill levels welcome. Just bring your enthusiasm! \n\n  \nPlease note: \n\nStudents are welcome to bring their own supplies\, or a $25 material kit will be available for purchase.\nA recommended materials list will be provided in advance for those bringing their own supplies.\n\n  \n\n$25 Kit Fee Option\, payable to Rick in cash at the start of class includes oil paint\, a canvas\, odourless solvent\, reference image\, grey scale palette for mixing\, brushes etc.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/after-van-gogh-oil-painting-with-rick-worthington/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260519T131945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T133035Z
UID:10000976-1782036000-1782055800@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:ENCAUSTIC (BEESWAX) PAINTING - CREATIVE ADVENTURES WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:ENCAUSTIC (BEESWAX) PAINTING – CREATIVE ADVENTURES WORKSHOP \nwith Angela Lane \nSunday\, June 21\, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM \nJoin us on a Creative Adventure and step into play\, where we take you a journey of discovery! \n \nThese retreats welcomes all creative spirits.\nCreative Adventures is designed specifically for non-artists – no experience required – just a willingness to be open-minded and embrace play! Our goal is not to teach you to be a painter but rather\, to expose you to a number of different creative activities that allow you to figure out what really sparks your interest. It is about play\, experimentation and getting your hands messy. Remember what it felt like to do art classes as a child? We want to reintroduce you to that enthusiastic experience trading “perfection” for movement and guided creative freedom! \nEncaustic (Beeswax) Painting\nThis fun and informative workshop covers all the information you need to explore the wonderful world of encaustic painting. Perfect for beginners and artists alike who are looking to explore this spontaneous process of painting with beeswax.  \nAll supplies included. You will play with building and fusing layers of beeswax\, using a variety of hot tools and techniques. Create your own masterpieces through adding and subtracting to create texture or reveal shapes and colours below. Incorporating mark-making techniques\, you will blend intention with spontaneity\, allowing each piece to evolve organically. Techniques including incising\, embed materials\, photo transfers\, use of the stylus tool\, pan pastels\, oil stick\, stencils and indian ink will all be covered.  \nAt the end of each day\, celebrate your creative achievements with new friends and take home your masterpiece and treasured memories. \nINCLUDED\nAll you need to do is get yourself there! \nEverything you need will be ready for you including all artist grade supplies for the workshop. We start the morning with creativity exercises and then move into embracing the painting medium of the day. Additional techniques are introduced throughout the afternoon.  \nEach guest will work on a 6″x6″ panel\, an 8″x8 panel and multiple ‘postcards” studies. \nRefreshments\, continental breakfast and light lunch provided throughout the day. \nCOST\n$375 + HST or $600 + HST if you register for both Encaustic and Abstract Painting Creative Adventure Workshops – a savings of $150\nEtransfer payment is preferred. If paying with a credit card a small 2.5% service fee will be added to the cost. \nTO REGISTER\nSimply email Angela and Kate at Creative Adventures: creativeadventuresevents@gmail.com indicating the workshop(s) you would like to attend. We will send you an email confirming your booking and invoice.  \nMinimum registration required to host event. In the unlikely event that we do not fill a workshop\, we will reach out to you as soon as possible and no later than one week prior to the event date. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nVisit my website: https://www.angelalanestudio.com/workshop/41985/creative-adventure-greater-toronto-area-elora
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/encaustic-beeswax-painting-creative-adventures-workshop/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,courses,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260915T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270615T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260501T212749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T135841Z
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SUMMARY:LIFE DRAWING IN THE ATRIUM.  SEPTEMBER-JUNE
DESCRIPTION:SEPTEMBER – JUNE. \nEVERY 1ST + 3RD TUESDAY \n3-HOUR SELF-GUIDED SESSIONS WITH LIVE MODEL \nJoin us\,  the first and third Tuesday of each 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! \n \n\nDraw from a professional nude model through a series of varying timed poses\, moving between quick\, energetic gestures and longer\, more contemplative holds.  \nThere is no formal instruction. Artists are free to work independently\, follow their own practice\, and use the materials and approach that suit them best. The atmosphere is respectful\, calm\, and centered on observation and creative focus. \nClasses will take place in the Atrium. Blinds will be lowered during all sessions to ensure privacy. \nEach session will be facilitated by an ECFTA staff member.  \nFor more information\, please contact us. \n\nArtists are asked to bring their own materials; \n\nBackboard and easel\nClips\nNewsprint\nDrawing or painting materials\nEasels and tables will be available as needed. \nWhen completing the registration form\, please specify in NOTES to request a table\, easel\, or drawing bench.\n\n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/life-drawing-in-the-atrium-september-june-every-1st-3rd-tuesday/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260518T180034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T180142Z
UID:10000972-1789819200-1789833600@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:MOSAIC FALL TREE WITH STEPH HOWE
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC STAINED GLASS FALL TREE WITH STEPH HOWE \nImmerse yourself in a world of colour and shimmering light with glass artist Steph Howe. In this hands‑on workshop\, you’ll explore the art of mosaic stained glass –from selecting vibrant glass sheets to cutting\, shaping\, and arranging each piece into a luminous design. \n \nSteph will introduce you to essential techniques such as scoring\, snapping and shaping\, working with a beautiful range of coloured and textured glass\, adhesives\, and grout to create a finished piece that glows from within. \nThis workshop is designed to be a relaxed\, inspiring afternoon—perfect for beginners and for returning students looking to deepen their skills. With step‑by‑step guidance\, you’ll gain confidence\, learn new techniques\, and leave with a completed framed mosaic that reflects your personal style. Choose from one of Steph’s original patterns\, or—if you’ve taken her class before—bring your own image or design idea to translate into glass. \nCome curious and go home with a one‑of‑a‑kind creation! \nNo experience necessary.  All materials included.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/mosaic-fall-tree-with-steph-howe/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,courses,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260518T182311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T182820Z
UID:10000973-1792238400-1792252800@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:FUSED GLASS WALL HANGING WITH STEPH HOWE
DESCRIPTION:FUSED GLASS WALL HANGING WITH STEPH HOWE \nJoin glass with artist Steph Howe and explore the magic of layering colour\, texture\, and light to create your own kiln‑fired glass wall hanging. Steph will guide you through essential fused‑glass techniques. \nDesigned as a relaxed and inspiring creative session\, this workshop is perfect for beginners as well as returning students looking to expand their skills. With step‑by‑step instruction\, you’ll gain confidence\, experiment with new techniques\, and craft a unique glass artwork ready to display! \n \nFrom selecting and cutting glass to shaping\, layering\, and composing your design\, students will work with a beautiful range of transparent and opaque glass\, and decorative elements\, learning how different materials interact in the kiln to create depth and glowing colour. \nChoose from one of Steph’s original design templates\, or bring your own idea to translate into fused glass! \nNo experience necessary.  \nFused glass is a labor-intensive process to prepare\, with a higher material cost.  \nPlease note\, there is a $30 kit fee payable to the instructor in cash or transfer at the start of class.  \nAll tools and materials will be provided in the kit fee.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/fused-glass-wall-hanging-with-steph-howe/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,courses,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260321T232239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T003120Z
UID:10000955-1792836000-1792854000@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:PLAYFUL PUNCH NEEDLE CHARACTER! WITH ALISA McRONALD
DESCRIPTION:Summon 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! \n \nThis Brew Up a Pal workshop will begin with playful\, abstract watercolour techniques to conjure up mysterious faces and whimsical beings from the page. Through guided prompts and intuitive mark-making\, you’ll invite unexpected personalities to surface—some sweet\, some strange\, all uniquely yours. \nFrom your cast of painted characters\, you’ll choose one special face to bring into the third dimension using hand punch needle techniques. With vibrant yarns\, tactile textures\, and plenty of creative freedom\, you’ll poke your new pal into life—one loop at a time! \nThis workshop is a joyful mashup of colour magic\, character design\, and soft sculpture. No drawing or punch needle experience needed—just curiosity and a love for creatures who live in the margins of imagination. \n\n  \nPlease note\, there is a $20 kit fee payable in cash to Alisa at the start of class.\nAll materials are provided in the kit fee; punch needle\, yarn\, hoop and burlap. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/playful-punch-needle-character-with-alisa-mcronald/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260322T003244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T004522Z
UID:10000956-1792922400-1792944000@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:WEAVING A CANADIAN LANDSCAPE WITH DIANNE KENNEDY CRUTTENDEN
DESCRIPTION:TAPESTRY WEAVING WITH DIANNE KENNEDY CRUTTENDEN \nDiscover 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. \n \nBring a favourite photo or choose one provided. Together\, we’ll transform your image into a simple line‑drawn cartoon to sit behind the warp—an intuitive guide as you weave. From there\, you’ll learn approachable techniques that bring natural textures to life! \nTechniques such as soumack\, rya knots\, and blended yarns will help you create depth\, movement\, and atmosphere. \nA welcoming space for both new and experienced weavers to explore the beauty of place through fibre. By the end of class\, you’ll have a woven landscape that feels personal—rooted in place\, memory\, and the colours of home. \nWhether you’re picking up a tapestry needle for the first time or expanding your skills\, this workshop offers a welcoming space to explore the beauty of fibre and the Canadian landscape! \n\n  \nPlease note\, there is a $25 kit fee payable in cash to Dianne at the start of class.  \nAll materials are included in the kit fee: a tapestry loom\, an assortment of beautiful yarns\, and weaving needles—all yours to keep. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/weaving-a-canadian-landscape-with-dianne-kennedy-cruttenden/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260519T003558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T004809Z
UID:10000974-1794139200-1794153600@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS! FUSED GLASS WITH STEPH HOWE
DESCRIPTION:FUSED GLASS ORNAMENTS WITH STEPH HOWE \nCapture the glow of the season with the magic of fused glass as you create your own glowing holiday ornaments with glass artist Steph Howe. IExplore how colour\, texture\, and light come together inside the kiln to form vibrant\, one‑of‑a‑kind glass pieces perfect for gifting or decorating your home! \n \nSteph will introduce you to essential fused‑glass techniques in a relaxed environment designed for beginners and returning students alike. With step‑by‑step guidance\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\nSelect and safely cut glass \n\n\nLayer transparent and opaque pieces for depth and dimension \n\n\nIncorporate decorative elements to enhance your design \n\n\nUnderstand how materials transform during firing \n\n\nChoose from one of Steph’s original ornament templates or bring your own idea to translate into glass. You’ll have access to a beautiful range of colours and materials as you experiment\, build confidence\, and craft a unique ornament ready for the kiln. \nLeave the workshop with fused‑glass holiday ornaments\, ready to be kiln-fired at Steph’s studio. Work will be returned to the Art Centre within 2 weeks. Participants will be emailed when work is ready for pick up. \n\n  \nFused glass is a labor-intensive process to prepare\, with a higher material cost.  \nPlease note\, there is a $30 kit fee payable to the instructor in cash or transfer at the start of class.  \nAll tools and materials will be provided in the kit fee.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/holiday-ornaments-fused-glass-with-steph-howe/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,courses,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T184628
CREATED:20260519T005637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T010235Z
UID:10000975-1794657600-1794672000@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:MOSAIC CHRISTMAS TREE WITH STEPH HOWE
DESCRIPTION:MOSAIC STAINED GLASS CHRISTMAS TREE WITH STEPH HOWE \nStep into the sparkle of the season with glass artist Steph Howe in this festive\, hands‑on mosaic workshop. Explore the magic of creating your own shimmering mosaic Christmas tree\, from choosing colourful glass to shaping and arranging each piece into a radiant holiday design! \n \nSteph will guide you through essential stained‑glass mosaic techniques—scoring\, snapping\, shaping\, and assembling\, using a beautiful selection of textured and vibrant glass. Learn how to adhere and grout your pieces to create a finished tree that glows with colour and personality. \nDesigned as a relaxed and inspiring creative session\, this workshop is perfect for beginners and returning students alike. With step‑by‑step instruction\, you’ll build confidence\, discover new skills\, and leave with a completed mosaic Christmas tree ready to display or gift. Choose from Steph’s original seasonal patterns\, or bring your own tree design idea to bring to life in glass! \nNo experience necessary.  All materials included.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/mosaic-christmas-tree-with-steph-howe/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,courses,Workshops
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