THIS FALL AT THE ARTS STATION
The Arts Station offers a packed program of entertainment, exhibits, workshops and presentations throughout the year. See calendars for details of activities, drop-in sessions and gallery shows.
COMING UP THIS SEASON:
The Arts Station will once again partner with Fernie Craft Fairs for the upcoming season to showcase handcrafted goods from local artisans and craftspeople. October 24, December 5-6 and March 6.
Monthly events include Life Drawing with a nude model on October 8 and November 12, and Paint Night with Rozzy Hibbard on September 25, October 16 and November 20.
Creative classes and whimsical workshops include beadwork on September 22, Hip Hop Dance on October 1 and Introduction to Natural Dyes on October 3. On September 25-27, join master Bookbinder, Andrew Huot for a very special weekend of artistic structural bookmaking. See calendars for additional events as they are announced.
The Pottery Studio is a hub of activity at the station. Activities include Wine & Wheel social evenings on September 25, October 16 & November 13, plus other sessions including skill-building workshops, Meet the Wheel introductory sessions, sculpture workshops, and multi-day intensives.
The Photography Collective is a dropin series for photography enthusiasts to gather, learn and share ideas with an emphasis on learning through practice and conversation rather than formal instruction. A loose theme is offered for each session; Sep 24 – Essentials Review; Oct 8- Black & White; Oct
29- Astrophotography; Nov 12 – Macro Photography; Nov 26 – Action / Sport; Dec 10 – Street.
The Printmaking Collective is a self-led experience offering a chance to create alongside other artists, with professional support and advice on hand. Your ticket includes a small carving block and printing supplies. Dates include September 17, October 15 and November 19.
Discover local art with a new show in the foyer gallery every month. Opening night includes a social event with cash bar and complimentary nibbles, and a chance to meet the artists. Exhibits stay on display through the following month.
Opening in the gallery and on display in the Cabin Room this fall:
September: The Beadwork Collective( Foyer Gallery)
October 1: Jeremie Drainville – Braving the Cutblocks( Foyer Gallery)
October 29: Alexandra Kozak & Caroline Payne – Wonderland( Foyer Gallery)
November 6 – 23: Michelle Mongey – Where Light Leaves A Trace( Cabin Room)
Drop in or call ahead for self-guided projects: including Ready, Paint, Fire – paint your choice of mugs, pet bowls, or a pizza stone for the Arts Station to glaze, fire to pick up( or ship) later. Seasonal Paint by Number Kits include paint and brushes, plus a wooden wall plaque by Wild Wolves Design featuring a local landscape.
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