Pitt Meadows Parks, Recreation & Culture Fall Guide

FREE WORKSHOPS

Photo: Pat Calihou

Open Art Studio Feature Artist Learn how to carve and paint a miniature paddle and discover Métis art and culture. Pat Calihou is a self-taught carver and craftsman and one of the founders/artists of the Indigenous artist-run collective: Cedar, Sage & Sweetgrass alongside fellow artist Maryanne Lindberg. The Métis Nation of BC recognizes Pat for his creative outreach and education in schools, communities and correctional institutions committed to sharing Canadian Indigenous histories and revitalizing Métis culture. Introductory Session 1 Paddle Carving 16Y+ In this first of two introductory sessions, you will learn how to carve with hand tools to make your very own miniature paddle and discover something new about Métis art and culture. The session is free, supplies are $25, payable at time of registration. Instructor: Pat Calihou Location: Activity Room 2 - SBCC Sessions: 1 Materials Fee: $25 Tu 9:30am-11:00am #11148 Oct 4 Introductory Session 2 Paddle Painting 16Y+ In this second workshop, you will finish your hand carved paddle from the previous workshop, by adding your personal touches. It is optional to bring

Soap Making & Bath n’ Body Products 16Y - 99Y

The perfect combo for gift giving! Make soap with nourishing ingredients from pre-blended base blends. In this hands-on class, make and take home two different kinds of soaps, plus a finished soap bar. Explore different ingredients, methods and techniques that you can use to create exciting soaps. Learn about trouble-shooting, history and packaging/ decorating your soaps! Plus, using an array of essential oil blends along with botanical herbs, make six different tub fizzers and a bath n’ body oil. Recipes for pet soap, laundry soap and herbal shampoo. Please bring a hand towel & shoe-box to class. All supplies are included in the course fee. Instructor: Cheryl Theilade Location: Activity Room 2 - SBCC Sessions: 1 Fee: $61.20 M 6:30pm-9:30pm #11267 Nov 21 Christmas Card Workshop 16Y - 99Y Spend the afternoon with artist Eric Hotz as he teaches several watercolour and illustration techniques and easy lettering systems so you can create your own beautiful Christmas cards. A supply list will be provided. Instructor: Eric Location: Activity Room 2 - SBCC Sessions: 1 Fee: $75.00 What a fun way to get into the holiday spirit by painting your own ornaments! In this small group setting you’ll learn different brush techniques and be inspired to paint 3 wooden ornaments. Create your own memorable and unique art decorations for the season with well known local artist, Jack Prasad. All materials and supplies are included in the fee. Instructor: Jack Prasad Location: Activity Room 2 - SBCC Sessions: 1 Fee: $65.00 W 6:00pm-8:30pm #11001 Nov 23 Sa 2:00am-6:00am #11268 Nov 26 Holiday Ornament Painting Workshop 16Y - 99Y

your own acrylic paints and brushes. Prerequisite: Session 1 - Paddle Carving Instructor: Pat Calihou Location: Activity Room 2 - SBCC Sessions: 1 Fee: FREE W 6:30pm-8:00pm #11149 Oct 19

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