The Art Room (6-8)(Sept. 2026)
**Artistic Pursuits • New Friends • Self-Expression • Confidence**
The Art Room is an arts-focused program designed for youth ages 6-8 who have a keen interest in exploring and expressing themselves through art. In a supportive and engaging learning environment, participants will explore a variety of art mediums and techniques while developing their creativity, artistic skills, and confidence.
At the Saint John Arts Centre, young artists will have the opportunity to make new social connections, take on exciting creative projects, and have lots of fun while exploring their interests and developing their skills in the arts. Designed for youth who have an interest in art and enjoy creating, The Art Room offers a welcoming space to develop their creativity, artistic skills, and self-expression.
**When registering, please include your child's name and age in the “Notes” section.**
If your child has any accessibility or special accommodation needs, please let us know in the registration notes or by emailing us at education@sjartscentre.ca.
Age group: 6-8 year olds
Times: 10:30-12:00pm
Duration: 4 weeks
Dates:
Saturdays
Sept 12
Sept 19
Sept 26
Oct 3
Registration fee: $120
Supplies fee: All supplies included.
Capacity: 10 students
Senior's discount:
Online Registration
Instructors
Erica Thorne
Based in Saint John, New Brunswick, Erica Thorne is an artist who creates vibrant landscapes and botanical artworks that instantly captivate the eye in an impressionist style. Her signature style pairs flowing lines with rich, lively colours, ensuring her artwork remains visually engaging whether viewed from across a room or up close. Moving effortlessly between large-scale canvases and small-scale pieces, Erica draws inspiration from the local scenery and native flora of her home province. Bringing a unique multi-disciplinary background to her practice, Erica obtained a Foundation of Visual Arts Certificate from the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design (NBCCD), followed by a Diploma in Jewellery and Metal Arts from NBCCD in 2022.