Artist and printmaker Maria Doering will give you a glimpse into the endless experimental possibilities of monotype printmaking using textile and fibre materials. Students will manipulate non-toxic Akua Printmaking ink on a Plexiglas plate combining it with found materials and mark-making through the use of cotton swabs, toothpicks, brushes and pencils to then print it on paper.
Join Maggie Higgins for a creatively challenging intermediate-level course in drawing. This class is ideal for students who have already participated in the Drawing Basics course or artists with drawing experience. It is designed to extend your development of the hand and eye beyond traditional skills, and to work on stylistic explorations of personal expression.
The works generously donated by our supporting artists for 'What's in the Box?' 2019 are starting to arrive - take a fun look back at the slideshow below from 'What's in the Box' in 2018! We'll be adding this year's 'sneak peek' soon - get your tickets now, April 18th is coming up fast! [slider
The Space Between: A Creative Collaboration between Kevin Morse and Dan Steeves Opening Recital and Reception: Friday, November 3, 2017. The Saint John Arts Centre is pleased to announce the opening of the exhibition and music of The Space Between, a creative collaboration between composer Kevin Morse and visual artist Dan Steeves. The Space Between is an interdisciplinary project that
"For the artist, drawing is discovery. And that is not just a slick phrase it is quite literally true." (Artist and writer John Berger, 2013.) Join Dr. Mark Gilbert for a detailed exploration of portraiture - this course will challenge participants to apply methods of drawing from observation that seek to maintain a sense of
All of us here at SJAC were saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Greg Klassen. We are very grateful for the outstanding art he shared with us and especially the chance to enjoy his company. We send our deepest condolences to his loving family. We invite you to visit Greg's website to experience his artwork: www.two-ravens-studio.ca Biography Greg
Artist and printmaker Maria Doering will give you a glimpse into the endless experimental possibilities of colour Monotype printmaking. Students will manipulate non-toxic Akua Printmaking ink on a Plexiglas plate combining it with found materials and mark-making through the use of various materials including cotton swabs, toothpicks, brushes and pencils. You will then learn how to
Artist and printmaker Maria Doering will give you a glimpse into the endless experimental possibilities of Monotype printmaking. Students will manipulate non-toxic Akua Printmaking ink on a Plexiglas plate combining it with found materials and mark-making through the use of various materials including cotton swabs, toothpicks, brushes and pencils. You are welcome to bring flat found
Melissa Kennedy - 'Reclining Female' SJAC is thrilled to offer this special week-long life drawing course with classically-trained artist and educator Melissa Kennedy. Combining lecture and hands-on drawing time, students will work from an easel observing a live nude model. From Melissa: "Train in classical methods to to help develop observation skills and understand the
Saint John Arts Centre and the Saint John Early Music Festival are proud to present this series of lunchtime classical concerts, Wednesdays in July & August at 12:15pm. All are welcome, admission is by freewill offering. Special thanks go to our sponsors: Emera New Brunswick, the Community Foundation, and Province of New Brunswick Department of Tourism,