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SUMMARY:Venue Rentals
DESCRIPTION:host your wedding.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/venue-rentals/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:venue
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SUMMARY:OUTREACH: Supportive Arts Program for Young Adults with (dis)Abilities
DESCRIPTION:An inclusive\, all abilities art and mindfulness workshop for young adults with (dis)abilities 18+ \nSUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation\, offering arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with (dis)abilities living in the community. We welcome adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program. Led by ECFTA Arts Educators and Mindfulness Coaches.  The Supportive Arts program has now expanded to 4 sessions per week. \n \nTHE PROGRAM: Join us for a guided 2-hour workshop\, specifically designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session\, we will embrace diversity and friendship through explorations in art making\, movement\, mindfulness and music. Every week is as unique as each of our participants!  Supportive Arts is offered free of charge to all participants and support companions\, thanks to the generous support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. \n \nTo find out more about this program\, or to register\, please click here! \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and weekly updates! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nOTF Grant Boost:  The Ontario Trillium Foundation has supported this program with a 3-year grant boost\, allowing us to offer additional classes each year.  Our 2021 Fall program has expanded to 3 workshops a week\, with plans to expand to 4 times a week in the fall of 2022. \nThe Ontario Trillium Foundation investment in this project will support positive change in our community to make it healthier and more vibrant over the next 3 years. \nFor more information about this program please click here. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/outreach-supportive-arts-program-for-young-adults-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Outreach Programs
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SUMMARY:Youth Outreach: Connecting to Community Through Art - for elementary and high school students with (dis)abilities
DESCRIPTION:This program provides  visual arts programming to youth with intellectual and/or developmental (dis)abilities in elementary and secondary school.  Students meet twice a month (once a month at Centre Wellington District High School and once a month at Elora Public School.  The sessions offer art instruction\, provided by an ECFTA Arts Educator\, assisted by classroom teachers. The program\, including instruction and art supplies are free to students.  Project themes are centred around community building\, emphasizing collaboration and success through personal artistic expression. The goal is connecting students to the community in meaningful and creative ways. \n \nWhy is this program important? \nStudents with (dis)abilities (termed “M.I.D” by the school board) experience intellectual and/or developmental delays and face added challenges to feeling supported within the school system and the broader community\, further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. They also have limited access to arts-based resources within the school due to the continued erosion of arts funding. This program strives to engage them in focusing on emotional and social well-being through art projects that connect them with community initiatives\, helping them experience community life beyond school. Our goal is that they feel more connected and included in the community. \nThe 2019 Vital Signs Report demonstrates the need for this program as follows: \n\nOnly 41% of students feel a sense of belonging to their community through school;\nAccessibility to the arts continues to be a barrier for many;\nYouth mental health is a particular vulnerability; and\nConnection to the community is listed as a preventative factor against suicide.\n\nThis project arose as a direct request from teachers of M.I.D (mild intellectual disability) and Life Skills students and aligns with our goal of supporting community needs through the arts. \nAs additional funding and donations are secured for our Youth Outreach programs\, additional sessions will be added.  In the meantime\, we are grateful for the support from The Harry Foster Foundation who have enabled this program to run for the Fall/Winter 2022!  We couldn’t run this program without their support! \n  \n\nIn January 2021\,  we had to run this program virtually\, and we were able to offer this online instruction thanks in part to the support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation Community Building Fund.  This funding has been instrumental in supporting the Art Centre’s emergence from the pandemic\, deepen the curation of exhibitions\, and supporting virtual outreach programs for students with (dis)Abilities. \n  \n\n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \nFor more information about this program please contact us at:  programming@ecfta.ca \n  \nTo help support this program by donating today please click here.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/youth-outreach-connecting-to-community-through-art-for-students/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Outreach Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230623
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CREATED:20220721T232436Z
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SUMMARY:Supportive Arts Program for Young Adults with (dis)Abilities - Fall 2022 to Spring 2023
DESCRIPTION:An inclusive\, all abilities art and mindfulness workshop for young adults with (dis)abilities 18+ \nSUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation\, offering arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with (dis)abilities living in the community. We welcome adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program. Led by ECFTA Arts Educators and Mindfulness Coaches.  The Supportive Arts program has now expanded to 4 sessions per week. \nTHE PROGRAM: Join us for a guided 2-hour workshop\, specifically designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session\, we will embrace diversity and friendship through explorations in art making\, movement\, mindfulness and music. Every week is as unique as each of our participants!  Supportive Arts is offered free of charge to all participants and support companions\, thanks to the generous support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. \n \n \nFALL 2022 – SPRING 2023 \nWe offer four\, 2-hour sessions per week\, Mondays\, Wednesdays and Thursdays\, between Sept and June. \nOUR SPACE: Our bright and cheerful ECFTA classroom is wheelchair accessible and adheres to all WDGPH covid-19 protocols.  In warm temperatures\, we may run programming outside in our 1500 square foot big top tent! \nPlease contact us for more information about the program or for availability in our Supportive Arts program! \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and weekly updates! \n\nLOOKING TO VOLUNTEER? \nWe are welcoming new volunteers for our Fall 2022- 2023 season! If you looking for a way to meaningfully engage with your community and have a couple hours a week to assist one of our Supportive Arts’ participants in our cheery studio classroom setting\, please contact us! \n\nOTF Grant Boost:  The Ontario Trillium Foundation has supported this program with a 3-year grant boost\, allowing us to offer additional classes each year.  Our 2021 Fall program has expanded to 3 workshops a week\, with plans to expand to 4 times a week in the fall of 2022. \n  \nThe Ontario Trillium Foundation investment in this project will support positive change in our community to make it healthier and more vibrant over the next 3 years. For more information about this program please click here. \n                    \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/supportive-arts-program-for-young-adults/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Elora Nature Journaling for homeschooling families!
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, September 13 – December 6\, 2022 | 10 am – 12 pm \nAges 6-10 \n$35 for all 7 weeks \nWelcome to the Elora Nature Journaling group for homeschooling families! \nThis is a registration required\, in person group which meets bi-weekly at the Elora Centre for the Arts\, open to homeschooling students between the ages of 6 and 10 who reside in Wellington County and are currently participating in any style of homeschooling. \nPlease contact Lauren at Eloranaturejournaling@gmail.com to register or for more information. \n \nThe first meeting will be Tuesday\, September 13th 2022 at 10 AM-12 PM. There will be a total of 7 sessions\, running until Tuesday\, December 6th\, 2022. \nThis is not a drop off program. One parent or guardian must attend for each participating family. Accompanying adults are encouraged to bring their own journal and participate alongside their registered student(s). \nThe cost per session is $5 a child.  The total fee per child of $35 can be paid upon registration\, or payment options can be discussed privately upon registration. The fee will go towards covering the cost of the room rental and the use of basic art supplies. \nSuggested supplies for participants to bring include: \n\na watercolour safe journal\nany favourite watercolour painting supplies from home\nrefillable water bottle\nnut-free snack\nweather appropriate clothing for time outdoors\n\nStudent grade watercolours and art supplies will be made available in the class. \nNature journals can be made available at the first class for an additional fee. \nPlease contact Lauren at Eloranaturejournaling@gmail.com to register or for more information.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/welcome-to-the-elora-nature-journaling-group-for-homeschooling-families/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T002813
CREATED:20220802T212851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142802Z
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SUMMARY:Colour\, Light & Line with Peter Skoggard
DESCRIPTION:DRAWING EXPLORATIONS IN PASTEL FOR ALL!  |  COLOUR\, LIGHT & LINE WITH PETER SKOGGARD \nAGES 16+ \nMAX 12 people \n$75 + HST \nA lively introduction to drawing for beginners or those who wish to re-engage with their drawing practice.  Led by enigmatic artist and Instructor Peter Skoggard. \n \nLet Peter guide you in a full day of drawing in 3 parts. COLOUR\, LIGHT & LINE \nCOLOUR. An orange is an orange is an orange…. or is it? Explore the hidden colours of the simplest of objects and see how colour does other things than merely depict colour. \nLIGHT …and shade. Find the hidden light in the shadows. Explore the dark side of the moon! And consider the world of reflective light. What did the Impressionists see in the shadows? \nLINE. At once the simplest and most elusive of artistic applications. Are there really any lines in life? And yet\, it’s often the most powerful and architectural artistic convention. \nAt the conclusion of the class\, let’s throw it all together in a finished drawing! \nMaterials provided. \nPlease bring along a light lunch and water bottle for a midday break. \nTea is available in the classroom. \n\nHealth & Safety \n\nTo ensure the health and safety of staff and participants\, daily cleaning will be in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.\nIf classes are cancelled for any reason due to Public Health concerns\, refunds will be given in full.\n\n\n  \n \n  \n\n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/colour-light-line-with-peter-skoggard-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T002813
CREATED:20220802T185307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142759Z
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SUMMARY:Across the Great Divide: A Novel Adventure! |  In the gallery with authors and music
DESCRIPTION:IN THE GALLERY WITH AUTHORS DONNA MCCAW AND MARTIN FEATHERSTON & MUSIC BY PAUL WHITAKER \n7-9 PM  |  50 MAX \nTICKETS NOW ONLY AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR!  $25 cash. \nAn evening of music\, storytelling and fun! Meet a Mae West quoting Angel. Meet Earl\, an underperforming reporter who becomes the media liaison for God. Meet Simon\, a clay-footed mortal man whose life needs a do-over. \nTry your hand at musical trivia too! Come for some laughs\, music and stories! \n \nDonna McCaw has presented the popular Remembering Leonard shows and Wordfest at the ECFTA\, offered storytelling workshops in many venues\, written six books\, and toured a number of shows from Women’s Voices\, to Barn Yarns and The Spell of Crazy Love. The latest is 2022’s Across the Great Divide. \nMartin Featherston’s novel Nothing Sacred is about a rather inept reporter who becomes the media liaison for God and the laughter follows. Martin has a brash and quick-witted satirical style of writing that is engaging and laugh out loud funny. \nPaul Whitaker has entertained many diverse audiences with his encyclopedic knowledge of music\, his guitar and rich voice. \n \n  \nRead about this event in the Wellington Advertiser! \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/across-the-great-divide-a-novel-adventure-in-the-gallery-with-authors-and-music/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T002813
CREATED:20220628T000401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142720Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Oil & Cold Wax Medium - weekend workshop with Laurie Skantzos
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, OCTOBER 15 & SUNDAY\, OCTOBER 16\, 2022  |  11 AM – 4 PM SAT & SUN \nAges 16+ \n$250 + HST  +$20 KIT FEE \nMAX 10 – SOLD OUT \nAbout the Workshop:  \nThis course will appeal to painters of any level\, who wish to deepen or rekindle their relationship to their inner muse. \nOver two days\, you will venture deeper into your painting process and develop your personal expression in a safe\, non-judgmental and playful space. There will be lots of individual attention along with group demos to address questions and ideas! \n \nDemonstrations using oil and cold wax\, along with a variety of implements\, will give you extra tools to assist you in your exploration.We will be layering\, scraping back\, using solvent reductions\, adding pastels\, stamps and stencils\, and much more. \nExperimenting with a variety of tools such as brayers\, clay modeling tools and “squeegies”\, we will create beautifully rich surfaces. \nMaterial List \nOil paints (variety of colours)Palette knives (at least one but feel free to try different shapes and sizes)Palette to mix paint on (I use a disposable palette)Rigid surfaces such as cradled panel or masonite (with 2 coats of gesso) 8×10 to 24×36”Arches Oil Paper (One or two full sheets or a pad)*Note: We will be working on several pieces at a time so please bring at least three surfaces of your choiceRoll of Paper Towel\, Waxed Paper and Masking Tape \nOptional Materials \nCreative catalyst Wedge (straight edge – beige\, scalloped edge\, etc)Brushes of your choice (I don’t use brushes much but they’re good to have on hand) \nVery thin papers/tissues or gold/silver leaf for collage \nOil sticks (R&F are the best – available at Above Ground Art Supplies) \nPlease note: A $20 kit fee is payable in cash to the instructor at the start of class. \nMaterials supplied by instructor in kit fee:Gamblin  Cold Wax MediumGamblin Odourless SolventPan PastelsTissue PaperPaper for creating stencilsVariety of tools to lend out \nAbout the Artist: \nLaurie’s abstract and semi-abstract painting is largely inspired by the natural world and filtered through her inner landscape. She studied fine art at the University of Waterloo and her work is displayed in galleries throughout Ontario. She regularly participates in shows such as the Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition and International Affordable Art Fairs with Spence Gallery. Laurie’s work is included in private and public collections across North America\, Europe and Asia. She works from her home studio in Guelph Ontario. \nLaurie also teaches six week sessions at the Guelph School of Art and a week long intensive during the summer at the Wellington County Museum. She offers private and semi-private classes in her home studio. The focus is on building a visual vocabulary of tools and techniques while further establishing each participant’s unique voice. \n  \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 7 days prior to start date will receive a full refund less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 7 days of start date (fees may however be applied/ credited to an alternate course/ workshop). \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance.  In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel courses/ workshops\, & you would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit can be applied to a future course/ workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/exploring-oil-cold-wax-medium-weekend-workshop-with-laurie-skantzos/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T002813
CREATED:20220815T231856Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Artist Reception: 'A Moment in Time' Maureen Ault
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us in the gallery to meet emerging artist Maureen Ault and celebrate her exhibition ‘A Moment in Time’.  Refreshments will be served. \nThis is a free event\, everyone is welcome! \n \nA bit about the Artist: \n“A Moment in Time” by emerging artist Maureen Ault captures the idea that all of us share similar experiences and moments in our lives that leave lasting impressions upon us.  The artist utilizes the smallest elements to create big impact – each piece consists of hundreds of tiny botanical materials like petals\, leaves\, grasses\, ferns\, and bark to recreate her memories of significant moments we share.  Maureen spends countless hours in florists\, greenhouses and gardens looking for the right material for each piece\, as well as working directly with pressed flower companies.  Particular attention is paid to the properties of the elements selected – such as veining and colour.  The landscape images she captures are literally made of the landscape itself\, and are a powerful reminder that “life can be found in the details”.  It is also a testament to the strength of human spirit\, and how life’s obstacles can be overcome to find the many tiny joys that are in front of us if we choose to see them. \nThe artist would like to thank the Ontario Arts Council: Deaf and Disability Arts Projects-Production for their support to help make this exhibition a reality. \nTo find out more about Maureen’s exhibition please click here. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/meet-the-artist-reception-a-moment-in-time-maureen-ault/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T002813
CREATED:20220922T214334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142911Z
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SUMMARY:HARVESTING HOPE REFLECTIVE WRITING & POETRY WORKSHOP WITH KAYLA-JANE
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, October 20\, 2022 | 7 PM -9 PM \nTickets $30 \nMax 10 \nThis event is held at the Elora Centre for the Arts and is hosted by Harvesting Hope. \nPlease visit their website for more information or to purchase tickets: \nhttps://www.writewithkj.ca/event-details/harvesting-hope \n\nHarvesting Hope poetry workshop invites you to move through a freewriting and poetry practice guided by Kayla-Jane. Explore the seasonal change within us by looking to nature and art to write.  \nNo experience in writing or poetry is required to enjoy this event. An open mind and pen is all you need! \n \n \n  \n\nAbout the Instructor: \n \nKayla-Jane is a writer and poetry therapist in training. Her workshops fuse human connection and experience to support participants in finding their unique voices and celebrating their authentic views. https://www.writewithkj.ca/
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/harvesting-hope-reflective-writing-poetry-workshop-with-kayla-jane/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T002813
CREATED:20220729T001150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142745Z
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SUMMARY:Needle Felted Sheep!  Workshop with Megan Cleland
DESCRIPTION:Ages 12+ (MAX. 10 participants) \n$95 + HST   |  $15 KIT FEE \nJoin artist Megan Cleland of In the Line of Fibre to learn the basics of needle felting and create your own amazingly life-like wooly sheep portrait in a day! Megan will guide you step-by-step through this multi-media process and teach you the techniques of transferring a sketch; painting a background; and how to needle felt an image onto canvas. Once completed you will have the skills to create your own designs.  Bring a friend and sign up today! \nIdeal for ages 12 and up. No experience required. \n \nPlease note: A $15 material kit fee is payable in cash to the instructor in cash at the start of the workshop. \n  \nSupplied in Kit: \n\nFoam board\n12”x12” canvas\nAcrylic paints\n2-36* needles\nWool\nInstruction sheet to take home.\n\n\nInstructor Bio: \nMegan Cleland is a self-taught artist with a passion for felting. In 2000 Megan and her husband purchased a farm in Australia that came with 400 fine wool merinos. She started explored felting\, spinning\, and weaving for the sheer enjoyment of being surrounded by incredible fibres. Megan returned to Canada in 2008 and began to combine her love of portraiture and needle felting. Painting with wool to create realistic portraits and landscapes has been a natural progression from watercolour and pastel with exciting results. It is more organic and has a warmth and texture that makes the viewer want to reach out and touch! \n  \nInstagram: @inthelineoffibre Facebook: @inthelineoffibre \n  \n\n \n  \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 7 days prior to start date will receive a full refund less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 7 days of start date (fees may however be applied/ credited to an alternate course/ workshop). \n  \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance.  In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel courses/ workshops\, & you would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit can be applied to a future course/ workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/needle-felted-sheep-workshop-with-megan-cleland-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221023T153000
DTSTAMP:20260510T002813
CREATED:20220913T181638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142900Z
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SUMMARY:PYROGRAPHY WORKSHOP! BIRCH TREE WOODBURNING ON CHARCUTIERIE BOARD WITH HEATHER MARTIN OF FIREWORK DESIGNS
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, OCTOBER 23\, 2022 | 12 PM – 3:30 PM \nMAX. 12 | Ages 14+ \n$80 + hst (register through the link below) \nElora Centre for the Arts is pleased to host FireWorks Designs\, please register through  \nEvent Brite : \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/414253482317 \nWoodburning has endless possibilities when it comes to creating images\, similar to drawing with pencil on paper.  Woodburning\, however\, requires various different techniques to create texture\,\nlines and tonal values and is a much slower process. Join Pyrography Artist Heather Martin of FireWork Designs to begin or expand your knowledge of woodburning while you create your own usable\, giftable charcuterie board. \nHeather will guide you through various woodburning techniques to add texture and interest to your 8″x 10″ charcuterie board.  You will also learn about recommended woods and other helpful hints as you work your way through this immersive process using a (variable temperature) walnut hollow versa tool! \n \nIt’s always fun to learn with a friend\, with no experience in drawing or woodburning\, this makes the perfect class to relax and enjoy the afternoon together! No Experience Necessary. All materials provided. \nIncluded in class fee: \n8”x10” Charcuterie Board (supplied by Sideroad Creations\,\nCentre Wellington)\n1oz Board Cream (supplied by B Candle\, Rockwood) \nPractice wood and graphite paper with birch tree design options. \n  \n(Masks and finger protectors are also available upon request) \n \nAbout the instructor:\nHeather Martin\, of FireWork Designs\, is a practicing Pyrography Artist\nin Fergus Ontario that has been woodburning for almost a decade.  Her\npassion for creating is shown in her unique woodburned designs\ncompleted on a mix of locally sourced woods. The pyrography classes\nHeather teaches are perfect for beginners or seasoned pyrography\nstudents that are ready to bring their art to the next level. \nFrom the lines and patterns naturally in the wood to the slow immersive process of woodburning.  Heather is drawn to the extensive depth and texture attainable with the medium that is almost sculptural.  Heather completed her Bachelor’s of Arts at University of Toronto and Sheridan Institute in Art and Art History.  She specialized in Sculpture\, Print Media and Photography. The accumulation of her interests are quite apparent in her work. Her burnings are available in a variety of forms from wall art & portraits to usable household items like charcuterie boards\, spoons\, ornaments and more. Her burnings are available at Local Pieces Gallery in Fergus. \nwww.fireworkdesigns.ca \n  Firework Designs
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/pyrography-workshop-woodburning-with-heather-martin-of-firework-designs/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T002813
CREATED:20220817T182327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142841Z
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SUMMARY:MONSTER MashUP! OCTOBER PA DAY FOR KIDS!
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, October 24\, 2022 | 9 am – 4 pm \nAges 6-12 \nMax 15 \n$65 no hst \nsold out\n*Please note that this UGDSB PA Day is scheduled for a MONDAY. \nMONSTER MashUP! \nLet’s mix up our mythic monsters and use our limitless imaginations to create our own unique monster to rival the classics! Franken-fluffer-Nutter? The Were-Bunny? A Drac-Wurst? TikTok the Evil Clock? It will be a cheerfully-chilling day at the Art Centre and we can’t wait! \n  \n \nLed by ECFTA Arts Educator Kristine May. \nKristine May has over 20 years experience designing and implementing expressive art workshops\, classes and educational art programs within galleries\, art centres\, community outreach and both the public & private school system\, Kris is dedicated to exploring the link between the arts and wellbeing; committed to inspiring others through creative outlets.  Her goal is to promote the benefits of creative expression and provide opportunities for all individuals to tap into their own innate creativity\, where they are free to explore and expand their creative pursuits and potential. Kristine has an Honours Degree in Visual Arts from U.W.O. and completed her Masters level training in Art Therapy (TATI) \n  \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and fun: \n\nA healthy mid-morning snack and lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather each day and for getting messy\nMasking is not required and is left to your discretion.\nWe ask that you follow UGDSB pre-screening best practices. If your child has a new or worsening symptom\, please use your best judgement.\n\n\nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 7 days prior to start date will receive a full refund less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 7 days of start date (fees may however be applied/ credited to an alternate course/ workshop). \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance.  In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel courses/ workshops\, & you would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit can be applied to a future course/ workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/monster-mashup-october-pa-day-for-kids/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T002813
CREATED:20220909T202530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142852Z
UID:10000170-1667048400-1667059200@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:Drawing Live Animals! Sketching for KIDS with Donna Hull
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 29\, 2022 | 1pm-4pm \nMAX. 10 | Ages 8-13 \n$50 no hst \nWhat is better than a room full of art supplies? A room full of art supplies AND animals! \nLearn to draw LIVE animals with live models in our classroom. Careful observation will bring a deeper understanding of anatomy\, line\, shape\, colour and value to help young artists draw the natural world in its’ infinitely diverse and wondrous beauty! \nAll materials provided. \nsold out\n \n \nAbout the Instructor: \nDonna Hull is a local artist and educator and has enjoyed a long and varied career as both much loved teacher at Elora Public School and artist. Donna loves to draw\, paint\, build and play! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 7 days prior to start date will receive a full refund less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 7 days of start date (fees may however be applied/ credited to an alternate course/ workshop). \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance.  In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel courses/ workshops\, & you would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit can be applied to a future course/ workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/drawing-live-animals-sketching-for-kids-with-donna-hull/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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