For the 15th straight year, the Saint John Arts Centre is offering an 18-week Portfolio Development Program. This program is designed for students who are dedicated to the pursuit and study of visual art, and is aided by the generous support of the James Venner Russell Foundation. Our scholars have now been chosen for the
SJAC is excited to invite you to a special event & pop-up exhibit of unique musical instruments! Please join us for Andrew Graham: Harpsichords 1982-2017, a free two-day pop-up exhibition of beautifully-crafted keyboard instruments by Saint John harpsichord builder Andrew Graham here at SJAC on Friday & Saturday, September 25 & 26, 2020. At 12:15
[accordion] [accordion_item title="Melissa May 'Wildlife in Focus' Artist Statement"] Wildlife in Focus l am completely self-taught as an artist and I love to paint animals as it is a way to facilitate a long-forgotten connection with the world around us. These creatures are separate individuals and my hope is to capture the unique qualities of
[accordion] [accordion_item title="Alanna Baird 'Pentamerism' Artist Statement"] Pentamerism Pentamerism - state of being pentamerous, the most familiar type of radial symmetry. Where the “penta” indicates five rays of an organism are arranged around a central point or axis. A new word for me, one which aptly describes a current focus in my work, a focus
Mixed media art breaks down the boundaries between various forms of art making. It can be messy while you learn how the media react to each other, but let your imagination soar! In this mixed media class you will explore a range of materials, theory, and techniques leading to the planning and execution of a
Sewing with Margo is back! Have you been meaning to make time for yourself to enjoy the hobby of sewing or quilting? Is it time to look at your sewing machine with a new perspective? Master your fear of the machine and become more comfortable with its use and care. In this six-week sewing course
SJAC is thrilled to once again play host to the Saint John Early Music Festival, coming September 12-13, 2020, with the theme this year of 'Bohemian Masters'. 'Tickets' (no paper tickets) are available now online on SJAC's website (click on links below) or at the front desk - check out the impressive lineup for this
Flower Pounding Saint John Arts Centre: Art at Home Download the lesson plan Supplies: -Flowers and Leaves -Hammer -Large book or smooth flat surface -Paper or towel -Fabric Step 1: Pick some beautiful flowers and greenery. Step 2: Lay a flower, leaf, or petal on a piece of cloth. Light-colored cloth works best. Step 3:
SJAC is thrilled to be the very first seller of James Wilson's new book, 'Social Studies' - we have 50 copies, fresh off the presses! This long-awaited volume is the culmination of 30 years of capturing the faces of our community. Proceeds from copies sold here are being generously donated to support SJAC's programs! 'Social
SJAC is proud to be a vendor for the book 'Harbour: A Compendium' - edited and published by Amy Ash, this publication accompanies the incredible group exhibition hosted here at SJAC and at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in 2019. From the foreword by Kate Wallace: "In Harbour, a group exhibition curated by Amy Ash that