Adult Workshops

Someone wearing a bright red toque, holds up a wreath made of various winter greenery.

Winter Wreath Workshop

Thursday, December 11 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

$60 +tax | Member discount available

Transform your front door into a winter wonderland. Join Jillan Popowich from De Bloom for a holiday workshop where you'll create a stunning garden-style wreath using nature's finest winter offerings.

Program Full

A women's hand with butter yellow painted nails, holds up a card that reads "I surround myself with people who support me & bring value to my life". In the background, various art supplies cover the table.

Crafting Confidence with Emily Scott

Thursday, January 22 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

$40 +tax | Member discount available

Create personal affirmation cards during this unique workshop. This hands-on workshop combines mindfulness with art-making to help you design affirmation cards that truly reflect who you are. Through mindfulness exercises, you'll connect with your inner voice finding inspiration and clarity. Then let your creativity flow using watercolor paints, markers, and magazine cutouts to bring your personal affirmations to life.

a canvas tote bag highlights embroidered pink flowers and green stems.

Floral Embroidered Tote Bags with Renu Sharma

Thursday, March 19 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

$30 +tax | Member discount available

Celebrate that Spring is just around the corner in this workshop! Learn basic embroidery techniques and apply them to customize a tote bag with floral design.

A bird sculpted from various textured fabrics on a white background

Soft Sculpture for the Birds with Jackie Spearman

This workshop will span two sessions

$60 +tax | Member discount available

Session 1:

Thursday, April 16 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Session 2:

Thursday, April 23 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Over the course of this two part workshop, participants will create one of a kind bird sculptures in mixed media using fabric, leather, feathers and more!

A painting of a red fox on a grey background done by artist John Williams

Acrylic Painting in the Woodland Style with John Williams

Sunday, May 24 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

$55 +tax | Lunch provided | Member discount available

Step into the world of Ojibwe Woodland style art in this workshop with artist John Williams. Over three hours of instruction, you'll explore the rich history and vibrant aesthetics of this unique tradition as you learn to create your own masterpiece.

You'll focus on painting intricate depictions of wildlife, animals, and birds, and learn how to incorporate bold, colourful floral designs that are a hallmark of this style. While stencils will be provided to help with basic shapes, you'll be encouraged to add your own personal touch by free handing the details and designs.

This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced painters. All materials and lunch are included in the cost, so just bring your creativity and get ready to explore a beautiful and meaningful art form.

Sketchers sit behind easels and listen to instructions on basic sketching practices in the Gallery at JNAAG.

Drawing in the Gallery with Leslie Pullen

Thursday, June 4 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

$10 +tax | Member discount available

Join us for a special session to work on observational drawing in the gallery.