Adult Programming

Block (Lino) Printing with Erin Shuttleworth 

Join local illustrator Erin Shuttleworth in this 2-day series about block printing. In session 1, students will design and begin to carve their block. In session 2, students will learn how to print their image on a variety of substrates. Final outcome is one 4x6 lino carving, and at least 4 prints. All materials will be provided.

Block printing is incredibly adaptable - you can use it in pottery, on paper, on fabric, and many other substrates!

Age:

14+ - Adults welcome!

Participants:

Maximum 6 students per time slot

When: 

November 30 and December 7, 2023 

Time:

12:00pm-1:30pm or 5:00pm-6:30pm

Register here: Block Printing Workshop 

For more details, contact us here: info@visacgallery.com 

Be inspired by local Kootenay art in this self-directed group. Bring any project you’re currently working on to our gallery and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere.  

When: Tuesday afternoons from 1pm-4pm

Duration: Weekly drop in Fall/Winter 2023

Studio fee: $100 plus $30 VISAC membership or $5 drop-in

Click here to register.

Email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

Rock Your World With A Lapidary Course

Beginner and experienced rockhounds have an opportunity during the fall and winter seasons to expand their knowledge of working with rocks and gems as the VISAC Gallery presents a four-session course on cutting and polishing semi-precious or just plain pretty stones.

Long-time local rock and gem craftsman Russ Olson will present 4-week 2-hour sessions. Email us for class costs.  All sessions will be held in the VISAC Gallery's Lapidary Studio.

Some of the topics to be covered include cabochon, which relates to the flat cutting and polishing of stone for mounting on a ring or pendant; mosaic stones; opal triplets, which involves sandwiching the stone between a black base and a quartz cap for protection; rock beads; and knife handles.

"They will be learning how to cut and polish stones, make custom jewelry they can wear such as belt buckles, pendants, and earrings," Olson said. "The appeal is that they are leaning a craft that has unlimited ways in which you can go."

Other possible applications include the creation of lamps similar to stained glass creations, rock vases, mixed media creations involving stone and other materials such as wood, casting gold and silver, and tinsmithing.

"The sky is really the limit," Olson said.

If you are interested in signing up for a 4 week course call Olson at 368-5488 to confirm the starting date. 

To register email: info@visacgallery.com 

When: Mondays,  11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Duration: 6 weeks (January 22 - February 26, 2024) 

Class fee: $250 for VISAC members ($280 for non-members) plus $18 for clay 

Handbuilding is an ancient pottery-making technique that involves creating forms without a pottery wheel, using the hands, fingers, and simple tools. Join us for this 6 week beginner pottery class! You'll learn many techniques including pinch pots, slab construction and coil building. During the final week of class you'll bring functionality and colour to your pieces while learning various approaches to glazing. Be inspired and immersed in clay! 

This is a great class to build confidence in pottery, and many hand building techniques come into play when working with a pottery wheel!

Click here to register.

Email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

This class has filled up! Thank you to everyone for your interest!

When: Wednesday Evenings,  6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Duration: 6 weeks (January 24 - February 28, 2024) 

Class fee: $250 for VISAC members ($280 for non-members) plus $18 for clay 

Join us in the pottery studio to begin or further develop your skills on the wheel. In this class, we'll explore throwing, trimming, making handles and glazing. Enjoy a hands-on experience with clay during this messy and meditative six week session.

Email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

When: Sundays,  1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Duration: 6 weeks (January 28 - March 3, 2024) 

Class fee: $250 for VISAC members ($280 for non-members) plus $18 for clay 

Join us in the pottery studio to begin or further develop your skills on the wheel. In this class, we'll explore throwing, trimming, making handles and glazing. Enjoy a hands-on experience with clay during this messy and meditative six week session with Sarah Barr.

Click here to register.

Email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

When: Wednesday Evenings,  6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Duration: 6 weeks (April 3-May 8, 2024) 

Class fee: $250 for VISAC members ($280 for non-members) plus $18 for clay 

Join us in the pottery studio to begin or further develop your skills on the wheel. In this class, we'll explore throwing, trimming, making handles and glazing. Enjoy a hands-on experience with clay during this messy and meditative six week session.

Sign up here

Email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

When: Sundays,  1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Duration: 6 weeks (April 7 - May 12, 2024) 

Class fee: $250 for VISAC members ($280 for non-members) plus $18 for clay 

Handbuilding is an ancient pottery-making technique that involves creating forms without a pottery wheel, using the hands, fingers, and simple tools. Join us for this 6 week beginner pottery class! You'll learn many techniques including pinch pots, slab construction and coil building. During the final week of class you'll bring functionality and colour to your pieces while learning various approaches to glazing. Be inspired and immersed in clay! 

This is a great class to build confidence in pottery, and many hand building techniques come into play when working with a pottery wheel!

Click here to register.

Email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

When: Monday mornings; 11:00am-1:30pm

Duration: 6 weeks (April 8 - May 13, 2024) 

Class fee: $250 for VISAC members ($280 for non-members) plus $18 for clay 

Join us in the pottery studio to begin or further develop your skills on the wheel. In this class, we'll explore throwing, trimming, making handles and glazing. Enjoy a hands-on experience with clay during this messy and meditative six week session.

Where: 

VISAC Pottery Studio 

1501 Cedar Ave, Trail

Lower Level of Community Building downtown

Sign up here

Email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.