Class Schedule
We offer programming for all ages and skills! Have a look at our upcoming classes and book through the links below.
* If you don’t see a class listed in Available Classes it is either full or the registration hasn’t opened yet.
If you are having problems accessing the registration forms or making electronic payments, please stop in at the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre (701 Ellice Street) weekday afternoons 1:00 - 5:30 pm for personal assistance. Alternatively, call Melissa at (306) 434-6362.
Available Classes
Whimsical Clay Character Workshop with J'aime Payne
🌱WHIMSICAL CLAY CHARACTER WORKSHOP
You may have spotted J’aime's whimsical Pottery Plant People collection at the recent MVAC Art Show!
Now it's your turn to create a one-of-a-kind clay character of your own. These quirky creations combine pottery and plants to create charming little personalities with unique legs, shoes, poses, and plenty of character.
Whether your style is silly, stylish, elegant, or downright eccentric, no two Plant People ever turn out the same.
📅Session 1: Building Your Plant Person
In this hands-on workshop, you'll create:
Legs and feet
Shoes, boots, or other footwear
Lower body and support structure
Design elements that make your character uniquely yours
No pottery experience is required. J’aime will guide you through the process while encouraging creativity and experimentation.
🎨Session 2: Glazing
Once your pieces have been bisque fired, you'll return to add colour and personality through glazing.
Session 1 is the most important session to attend as a group. Glazing can be completed during one-on-one appointments, Open Studio times, or one of several to-be-scheduled glazing opportunities.
Date to be determined at a later time.
🤑Cost
$40 workshop fee
Plus clay by weight (pay only for what you use)
To help keep costs down, we'll be working with reclaimed clay whenever possible.
($1 per lb)
📍Location
Moosomin Visual Arts Centre
⁉️What's Included
Studio tools and equipment
Instruction and guidance
Bisque firing of your completed piece
Access to glazing opportunities after firing
Final glaze firing
Registration closes midnight, July 8th, 2026.
ABOUT J’AIME:
J’aime Payne is a business leader, creative entrepreneur, and community builder who brings together corporate expertise, artistic experience, and a strong understanding of rural community life in her work with the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre (MVAC).
Her career began in Toronto’s music industry as a professional songwriter before she moved into arts advocacy as Director of Member Services at the Canadian Recording Artists’ Association. In 2018, she founded The Snow Lake Initiative, a social enterprise that supported artists through microgrants and mentorship.
J’aime later founded and grew Breeze Business Management, a virtual bookkeeping firm serving clients across Canada, building expertise in operations, financial strategy, and sustainable growth. After relocating from Ontario to Saskatchewan in 2022 and now calling Moosomin home, she has spent the past two years deeply involved in the local community, bringing a valuable mix of big-city experience and small-town perspective.
As Treasurer of MVAC, she contributes strategic leadership, financial stewardship, and a strong vision for accessible, sustainable arts programming. She is also involved in local cultural initiatives, including starting the Little Film Fest on the Prairies, and works to make arts and culture more visible and connected in Moosomin.
In February 2026, J’aime launched Moosospin Studio, a dark boutique indoor cycling studio that reflects her passion for building thoughtful, community-centered experiences. Across every project, she is guided by the belief that creativity thrives when supported by strong infrastructure, practical systems, and inclusive opportunities.
Sign up now—because group accountability is the only thing keeping this budget intact! Follow the links below to register for the class. Registration is needed for supply purposes. Payment will be accepted the evening of the event so it is inclusive of the clay and other supplies you used.
Youth Engagement 2026 for All: Summer Teen Pop-Up #2 . . . Tie Dying
❓Are you or do you know of a teenager who is rattling around with “nothing to do” and a desire to create? Have them check out this fine opportunity! Spend an afternoon learning how to create henna tattoos. This is the second of 4 summer teen pop-up classes happening this summer at the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre.
This class is showing as full. If your young person is bummed about missing it, please call or text Melissa at 306-434-6362; we may be able to accommodate more.
We will spend three hours learning how to draw and create our henna tattoos . . . with a pattern or design.
Supplies are included in the cost.
Your teen may wish to bring a snack 🍪and a drink 🧃to consume as they create.
Maximum of 10 participants from ages 13 - 18.
We are able to keep registration costs low with the help of South East District who are subsidizing our programming through the 4 Seasons Participation Grant!
If something in your teen’s life changes between registration close and the beginning of the class that would allow your otherwise busy teen to join us, please contact Melissa @306-434-6362 to see if there is a spot available.
If your teen would like to join but is unable to get to the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre, please contact Melissa to see if transportation arrangements can be made.
Follow the link below to register your teen for this first summer teen pop-up class.
In the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, please include the name of the person participating and the name of the class.
DIY-Try - Beginner Bench Workshop
DIY-TRY: Beginner Bench Workshop
Join J’aime in the Creation Space and outdoor courtyard for a relaxed, beginner-friendly DIY-TRY workshop where you'll build your own outdoor bench from lumber using a simple, proven template.
No woodworking experience required. Using just a few common tools, you'll learn basic measuring, assembly, and construction techniques while creating a sturdy bench that's perfect for a deck, garden, entryway, or firepit area.
Think: practical, handmade, and proudly built by you — not fine furniture perfection.
📅Date & Time: Saturday, July 25 • 1:00–5:00 PM
Pop in anytime
📍Location: Moosomin Visual Arts Centre
🤑Cost:
$20 workshop fee
Plus materials (we'll have it there for you but you'll need to pay for it)
🪚What You'll Build: A beginner-friendly outdoor bench approximately:
51" wide
33" high
Includes a supportive backrest
🔨What You'll Learn:
Measuring and marking lumber
Basic cutting and assembly techniques
Safe use of common hand and power tools
Tips for staining, painting, and weather protection
🎨Finishing Options: Want to sand, stain, or paint your bench? We can discuss options and share available supplies. Finishing may take place at a later date depending on drying times and participant interest.
⁉️What's Included:
Use of workshop tools
Basic hardware guidance
Step-by-step instruction
Help troubleshooting as you build
⚠️Please Note: This is a DIY-TRY workshop. Expect to learn, experiment, and leave with new skills. Benches may vary slightly from the sample depending on skill level and personal modifications.
Let us know you're coming by registering ahead of time! Registration helps us prepare workspace, tools, and material lists. Select the button below to register.
Registration closes midnight, July 19th, 2026.
Youth Engagement for All: Summer Teen Pop-Up Class #3
❓Are you or do you know of a teenager who is rattling around with “nothing to do” and a desire to create? Have them check out this fine opportunity! Spend an afternoon learning how to tie dye. This is the third of 4 summer teen pop-up classes happening this summer at the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre.
We will spend three hours learning how to secure our fabric so we are able to control the pattern and design created with the dyes.
Supplies are included in the cost.
Your teen may wish to bring a snack 🍪and a drink 🧃to consume as they create.
Maximum of 10 participants from ages 13 - 18.
We are able to keep registration costs low with the help of South East District who are subsidizing our programming through the 4 Seasons Participation Grant!
Registration for this class closes midnight August 14th, 2026.
If something in your teen’s life changes between registration close and the beginning of the class that would allow your otherwise busy teen to join us, please contact Melissa @306-434-6362 to see if there is a spot available.
If your teen would like to join but is unable to get to the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre, please contact Melissa to see if transportation arrangements can be made.
Follow the link below to register your teen for this first summer teen pop-up class.
In the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, please include the name of the person participating and the name of the class.
Youth Engagement for All: Summer Teen Pop-Up #4
❓Are you or do you know of a teenager who is rattling around with “nothing to do” and a desire to create? Have them check out this fine opportunity! Spend an afternoon learning how to add bling and embellishments to items. This is the fourth of 4 summer teen pop-up classes happening this summer at the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre.
We will spend three hours learning how to secure our rhinestones and embellishments to our objects so we are able to control the pattern and design created with the embellishments.
Supplies for a keychain are included in the cost. If your youth would like to embellish a phone case, they will need to bring their own hard-backed phone case; we’ll provide the rest of the supplies.
Your teen may wish to bring a snack 🍪and a drink 🧃to consume as they create.
Maximum of 10 participants from ages 13 - 18.
We are able to keep registration costs low with the help of South East District who are subsidizing our programming through the 4 Seasons Participation Grant!
Registration for this class closes midnight August 21st, 2026.
If something in your teen’s life changes between registration close and the beginning of the class that would allow your otherwise busy teen to join us, please contact Melissa @306-434-6362 to see if there is a spot available.
If your teen would like to join but is unable to get to the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre, please contact Melissa to see if transportation arrangements can be made.
Follow the link below to register your teen for this first summer teen pop-up class.
In the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, please include the name of the person participating and the name of the class.
Foundations for Realistic Charcoal Drawings with Richmond Ametefe
Join Richmond Ametefe as he guides us through the foundations for realistic charcoal drawings. Richmond currently hails from Esterhazy, Saskatchewan. Richmond is a self-taught charcoal artist, renowned for his captivating explorations of the human connection with nature. For the past 6 years, Richmond has honed his craft in charcoal, producing captivating monochromatic pieces that serve to foster a deeper appreciation for nature's beauty and inspire action towards its preservation.
Check out Richmond’s work here: The Art of Ametefe.
Minimum of 5 participants; maximum of 10 participants.
Ages 12+.
4 - 2 hour classes: Saturdays, September 12th, 19th, 26th and October 3rd, 2026. 10 am - 12 pm.
Deadline for registration: midnight, August 28th, 2026.
Follow the link below to register.
In the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, please include the name of the participant and the name of the class.
Youth Engagement 2026 for All: Summer Teen Pop-Up #1 . . . Candle Making
❓Are you or do you know of a teenager who is rattling around with “nothing to do” and a desire to create? Have them check out this fine opportunity! Spend an afternoon learning how to make candles.🕯️This is one of 4 summer teen pop-up classes happening this summer at the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre.
We will spend three hours melting wax, sculpting wax, pouring wax, . . . creating various candles like pillar candles, container candles, a sculpted candle, floating candles, . . . We will learn different methods of colouring our wax and how to add scents to our wax to make our own unique creations.
Supplies are included in the cost.
Your teen may wish to bring a snack 🍪and a drink 🧃to consume as they create.
Maximum of 10 participants from ages 13 - 18.
We are able to keep registration costs low with the help of South East District who are subsidizing our programming through the 4 Seasons Participation Grant!
Registration for this class closes midnight July 3rd, 2026.
If something in your teen’s life changes between registration close and the beginning of the class that would allow your otherwise busy teen to join us, please contact Melissa @306-434-6362 to see if there is a spot available.
If your teen would like to join but is unable to get to the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre, please contact Melissa to see if transportation arrangements can be made.
Follow the link below to register your teen for this first summer teen pop-up class.
In the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, please include the name of the person participating and the name of the class.
Butter Tart Workshop with Guest Bakers
This special class will be taught by J’aime’s mom, who is visiting with three of her five sisters, making this a true family baking experience. Together, they'll share their favourite recipes, tips, and techniques for creating delicious homemade tarts.
You'll learn to make:
• Classic Butter Tarts (no raisins!)
• Coconut Butter Tarts with J’aime’s Aunt Karen
We'll demonstrate how to make pastry dough from scratch, but to make sure we get to the fun part (and finish in about 1–1.5 hours), we'll be working with dough that the sisters have prepared in advance. You'll still learn the process while getting hands-on experience rolling, filling, and baking your tarts.
Registration closes one week before the class (midnight, June 22nd) so we can purchase supplies.
Minimum 4 participants
No maximum participants
If interest exceeds our oven capacity, we'll simply move into the main studio space. Feel free to bring your own muffin tin or tart pan and take your assembled tarts home to bake at your convenience.
Whether you're a seasoned baker or have never made pastry before, this is a fun opportunity to learn family recipes, pick up some baking tips, and enjoy an evening of good company.
Come hang out with us and learn how to make delicious butter tarts!
Follow the link below to register for the class.
Please include, in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, the name of the person participating in the class AND the name of the class.
Resin Beach Tray with Darlene Strong (Evening Edition)
The epitome of gorgeous, that’s what this is! Imagine capturing your memories in this resin beach tray. You will start with a wood tray that you will paint. Darlene will teach you how to blend the acrylic colours to create the sea floor. Once that is done, you will add shells, sand, etc. to create the shore. The final step is to cover everything in resin and add white ink for the waves.
Supplies are included in your cost, but if you have some small sea shells, sea glass or the like that you have collected on your own travels, please feel free to bring them with you!
There are only 4 spots available.
Ages 13+.
The process will take 2 - 3 hours.
Learn some new techniques and go home with a project you can use!
***Please note, we will be doing this class in the Glass Studio so we are in the basement of the Anglican Church. You must be able to navigate stairs.
Registration for this class closes midnight, June 24th.
About the Artist
Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old. Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.
I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15.
It's my passion, to see others become passionate about creating! I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art. I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others.
Fill out the form in the link below to register for the 6PM class.
Please include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment the name of the person attending the class and the name of the class.
Resin Beach Tray with Darlene Strong
The epitome of gorgeous, that’s what this is! Imagine capturing your memories in this resin beach tray. You will start with a wood tray that you will paint. Darlene will teach you how to blend the acrylic colours to create the sea floor. Once that is done, you will add shells, sand, etc. to create the shore. The final step is to cover everything in resin and add white ink for the waves.
Supplies are included in your cost, but if you have some small sea shells, sea glass or the like that you have collected on your own travels, please feel free to bring them with you!
There are only 4 spots available.
Ages 13+.
The process will take 2 - 3 hours.
Learn some new techniques and go home with a project you can use!
***Please note, we will be doing this class in the Glass Studio so we are in the basement of the Anglican Church. You must be able to navigate stairs.
Registration for this class closes midnight, June 24th.
About the Artist
Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old. Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.
I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15.
It's my passion, to see others become passionate about creating! I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art. I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others.
Fill out the form in the link below to register for the 2PM class.
Please include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment the name of the person attending the class and the name of the class.
Pop-In Pottery Party: Clay Spoon-Rest with J'aime Payne
DIY-TRY: Hand-Built Clay Spoon Rest Workshop
Join J’aime in the Clay Studio for a relaxed, low-pressure DIY-TRY session where you’ll create your own hand-built clay spoon rest!
This is a great opportunity to get your hands in clay, try simple hand-building techniques, and make something small, useful, and uniquely yours.
Think: charming, handmade, and a little irregular — not a perfectly polished casserole dish.
📅Date & Time: Sunday, June 28 • 1:00–5:00 PM
Drop in anytime
📍Location: Moosomin Visual Arts Centre
🤑Cost:
$10 drop-in studio fee
Plus clay by weight — pay only for what you use
🔥Firing & Glazing:
Bisque firing and glazing are optional and not included in the drop-in fee. These can be discussed after you build and will be a separate small charge based on the size of your piece and the glazes used.
If you’ve never fired or glazed a piece before, we’ll walk you through the options.
⁉️What’s Included:
Studio tools, basic hand-building supplies, and guidance to help you get started.
Let us know you're coming by registering ahead of time! Registration form closes midnight, June 26th.
Evening Glass on Glass Mosaic with Darlene Strong
This class has been canceled due to lack of enrollees.
Holy cow! 🐄 Look at this beautiful creation!! . . . and not stained glass but a glass on glass mosaic! This is something totally new to me and I HAVE to try it out! 🤩What about you???
🆕This involves no copper foil and no soldering! We glue pieces together then grout them.
Please bring with you:
a small old window/sturdy frame with clear glass (no larger than 11”x14” - 12”x16”)
bits ‘n bobs like buttons, gems, small pickle dishes that you might like to include from your stash at home.
All other supplies provided.
Ages 13+.
Please note:
this is a two part class. Part 1 is on June 8th from 6:00 - 8:30. Part 2 is on June 15th from 6:00 - 7:00.
this class will be held in the glass studio at MVAC
the glass studio is in the basement of the Anglican Church so you must be able to navigate stairs
open-toed shoes are NOT allowed in the glass studio
Registration for this class closed midnight, June 6th, 2026.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old. Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.
I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15.
It's my passion, to see others become passionate about creating! I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art. I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others.
Fill out the form in the link below to register for the 6PM class.
Please include in the memo portion of your e-transfer payment, the name of the person participating and the name & time of the class.
Glass on Glass Mosaic with Darlene Strong
This class has been canceled due to lack of enrollees.
Holy cow! 🐄 Look at this beautiful creation!! . . . and not stained glass but a glass on glass mosaic! This is something totally new to me and I HAVE to try it out! 🤩What about you???
🆕This involves no copper foil and no soldering! We glue pieces together then grout them.
Please bring with you:
a small old window/sturdy frame with clear glass (no larger than 11”x14” - 12”x16”)
bits ‘n bobs like buttons, gems, small pickle dishes that you might like to include from your stash at home.
All other supplies provided.
Ages 13+.
Please note:
this is a two part class. Part 1 is on June 8th from 2:00 - 4:30. Part 2 is on June 15th from 2:00 - 3:00.
this class will be held in the glass studio at MVAC
the glass studio is in the basement of the Anglican Church so you must be able to navigate stairs
open-toed shoes are NOT allowed in the glass studio
Registration for this class closed midnight, June 6th, 2026.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old. Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.
I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15.
It's my passion, to see others become passionate about creating! I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art. I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others.
Fill out the form in the link below to register for the 2PM class.
Please include in the memo portion of your e-transfer payment, the name of the person participating and the name & time of the class.
Macrame Glasses Hanger with Chelsea Doane
This class is cancelled.
Classic swag for your own swag! Check out this macrame glasses hanger . . . would that not look so cute hanging on your wall?!? Keep all your family sunglasses right by the door so they can easily be snagged on the way out of the house on that sunny summer’s day. Join Chelsea as she guides us through the creation of these practical sunglass holders!
Ages 12+.
All supplies included.
Maximum 8 participants.
Registration for this class closes midnight, June 2nd.
About the Artist:
My name is Chelsea Doane and I am from Moosomin. I have been doing macrame for 7 years now and I love trying new projects all the time! My Facebook page is called “Knotted Branch Macrame”.
Follow the link below to register for this class.
Please remember to include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer the name of the person participating and the name of the class.
Ceramic Paint Night #11
☀️Looking for sunshine and lovely weather for this one! Join us Wednesday, June 3rd from 7:00 to 9:00ish . . . select your ceramic piece to paint and join in on the fun, the relaxation and the conversations (a.k.a. giggles)!
☔We will be painting with acrylic paints in the Creation Space of MVAC and finishing our pieces with a sealant. We’ll have 2 hours to select and paint our pieces so we can take them home with us at the end of the night!
🌼Our studio fee is $10. Your cost will be the $10 + the price of the ceramics + GST. The price of the ceramics differs, depending on the size of the piece you choose. Payment will be expected before you begin painting your chosen piece of ceramics, but not at the time of registration.
🌱We provide the ceramic piece, the paint, the sealer and the tools to “get ‘er dun”. You provide the creative vision and manpower!!
This party’s theme: Spring and Summer
🌷Due to the demand for this activity and the size of our Creation Space size, we are limited to 20 participants, aged 6 and up.
🪻Follow the link below to save your spot in our eleventh Ceramic Paint Party.
👒Participants aged 6 - 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Non-registered adults will not be able to work on their own ceramics piece. To register, adults must complete their own registration form.
Pollinators, Planting and Plant Swap
Join Emily Putz, B. Sc. the Habitat Stewardship Coordinator for Nature Saskatchewan, as she talks on the subject of Monarchs and Milkweed. The Monarch Butterfly is a migratory pollinator whose habitat has been shrinking due to a variety of reasons. Emily will explain how we can help!
We are hoping to have a second, local presenter following Emily’s presentation, but we are awaiting confirmation.
Following the presentation(s) there will be a plant swap so bring with you a plant or two you might have to swap with other plant enthusiasts!
No pre-registration is required for this event and no registration fee is being charged. Donations will gratefully be accepted to the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre.
Pitch Your Grant Idea with Chancz Perry
Join us for an engaging evening with Chancz Perry from SK Arts, who will provide an overview of available granting programs and funding opportunities.
You’ll also have the chance to pitch your own project or grant idea and receive valuable feedback, guidance, and encouragement in a supportive environment.
Whether your idea is fully developed or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and explore funding possibilities.
Bring your ideas. Build your confidence. Discover what’s possible.
There is no charge for this event and no pre-registration is required!
Grant Information and Writing Session with Chancz Perry
Join Chancz as he educates us on available grants, eligibility criteria, application procedures and deadlines for the programming supported by SK Arts. Chancz will provide insights into SK Arts funding priorities and desired outcomes, answer questions and provide tips for submitting competitive applications alighted with SK Arts objectives.
Chancz will then guide us in writing effective grant proposals covering essential topics, including SK Arts requirements, project proposal structure, articulation of project goals and outcomes, budget planning and compelling narratives. You will learn strategies to highlight the applicant strengths and align project objectives with assessment priorities and sustainability factors. Participants will be immersed in practical exercises, case studies and peer feedback to help develop the skills and confidences to create competitive grant applications.
This is definitely a session chalked full of information and tips for creatives who are looking for funding outside of their own space!
There is no charge for this event, nor is pre-registration required! If you know of a creative individual (artists, writers, musicians, actors, artistic organizations, dance troupes, etc.) who might benefit, please let them know!
Fairy Garden Accessories with Melissa Magnusson
This is the second class in our “fairy garden” series. Whether you participated in the Hobbit Hole/Fairy House Building class or not, you are welcome to join us as we create fairy garden accessories from found objects.
Melissa has curated a library of ideas that should spark your own creativity when it comes to creating fairy garden accessories. We’ll have access to cutting utensils, glue guns, paint and sealer to help in the building aspect. Think libraries, bistro sets, additional houses, swings, banquet tables, etc.
Open to participants 9 years of age and older (9 - 12 year olds might need some parental supervision with the cutting instruments).
Limit if 7 participants.
Bring (if you have access):
your imagination
toothpicks
plastic bottle caps
acorns
pinecones
bark chips
popsicle sticks (or similar)
toilet paper/paper towel rolls
cardboard pieces
twigs
empty pill bottles
corks
empty spools
Registration for this class closes midnight, May 15th, 2026.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Melissa has proven to those who know her that she has an interest in all forms of art. She swears that perpetual learning and working with the After School Kids’ Art Program keep her on her toes! Teaching others is just a fact of her life. It is always empowering to see what people will create when they are given a few supplies, some base suggestions and left to their own skills and creativity!
Follow the link below to register for this class.
Please remember to include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment the name of the person registering for the class and the name of the class.
Hobbit Hole/Fairy House Building with Rose Mailloux and Billie Jean Williamson
This is the first in a series of fairy garden classes we hope to hold at the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre.
Join Rose and Billie Jean as they walk you through the creation of your own hobbit hole/fairy house. They will show you how to use an armature as a base for the air dry clay you will use to create your tiny person residence. The first class (May 14th) will be about building your creation. The second class (May 28th) will involve the painting and sealing of your creation so it is ready to place in your space.
Ages 9 and up. Participants aged 9 through 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Limit of 7 participants.
Registration for this class closes midnight, May 11th, 2026.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
Rose is a writer and an artist hailing from the Welwyn area while Billie Jean comes from the Rocanville area. When you put these two together, their creativity and fun nature shines!
Use the link below to register.
Please include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment the name of the person participating and the name of the class.
Evening Stained Glass Cactus with Darlene Strong
This class is full.
Holy 🐮 these are adorable! This type of 🌵maybe will survive in my house!!
This class is for beginner and advanced stained glass artists.
There are many patterns to choose from, depending on your experience.
You can learn how to add solder details to your project!
You will go home with a cactus planted in a 4” terra cotta pot.
For artists aged 16+
Please Note:
You will need hand strength to take this class; successful glass cutting requires 5-10 pounds of pressure by hand.
You will be standing for long periods of time with this class as well.
Open toed shoes are NOT allowed in the glass studio.
Our glass studio is located in the basement of the Anglican Church.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old. Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.
I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15.
It's my passion, to see others become passionate about creating! I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art. I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others.
Fill out the form in the link below to register for the 6PM class.
Please include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment the name of the participant and the name of the class.
Afternoon Stained Glass Cactus with Darlene Strong
Holy 🐮 these are adorable! This type of 🌵maybe will survive in my house!!
This class is for beginner and advanced stained glass artists.
There are many patterns to choose from, depending on your experience.
You can learn how to add solder details to your project!
You will go home with a cactus planted in a 4” terra cotta pot.
For artists aged 16+
Please Note:
You will need hand strength to take this class; successful glass cutting requires 5-10 pounds of pressure by hand.
You will be standing for long periods of time with this class as well.
Open toed shoes are NOT allowed in the glass studio.
Our glass studio is located in the basement of the Anglican Church.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old. Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.
I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15.
It's my passion, to see others become passionate about creating! I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art. I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others.
Fill out the form in the link below to register for the 2PM class.
Please include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment the name of the participant and the name of the class.
Sourdough Stretch & Fold with J'aime Payne and Carlie Glasser
After a year of baking, feeding, stretching and folding (and occasionally failing) J’aime is excited to finally share the sourdough process with you!
In April 2025, J’aime took The Art of Sourdough Bread Making with Pat Miskiman and has been nurturing her starter and refining her method ever since. Now it is your turn to learn the foundations in a relaxed, hands-on afternoon workshop.
Join us from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday May 9th for an approachable sourdough class where you will make your own dough, learn the stretch-and-fold process, and leave with the confidence to continue at home.
Because sourdough includes 30-minute rest periods between folds, those breaks will be filled with gentle guided movement led by Carlie Glasser. These yoga breaks may take place both on yoga mats and using chairs, making them highly accessible for a wide range of comfort and mobility levels.
In this workshop, you will:
Learn the basics of sourdough baking
Mix and create your own dough from scratch
Practice the stretch-and-fold process
Learn about final fold, overnight prep, and scoring
Take your dough home to bake the following day at your convenience
You’ll leave with:
Your own sourdough starter
Your prepared dough ready for baking the next day
A few helpful tools to support your sourdough journey including
12x12 Granite Slab (just trust me, you want this!)
Dough Scraper
Baking Sling
Danish Dough Whisk
Scoring Tool
Flour & salt
Schedule
10:00 AM – Arrive, settle in, coffee & tea
10:30 AM- 12:00 PM– Stretching & folding (in more ways than one)!
12:00 - 12:30: Snack break!
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Hands-on practice on pre-prepared dough; window test/prep for overnight, and the scoring process. Final fold, clean-up & head out!
Lunch
Snacks will be provided during lunch, but please bring any additional food you would like.
Items to Bring
Please bring these if you already have them:
Your tried-and-true plastic mixing bowl, if you have a favourite
A food scale with grams, if you own one
Lunch snacks!
If you would like us to purchase these items for you, please let us know. They can be provided for an additional fee.
Cost
$85.00 + tax
MVAC Club Holders: $76.50 + tax(10% off)
Registration Notes
Minimum of 5 participants required
No maximum — let’s go!
Registration for this class closes midnight, May 4th.
About our Artists:
J’aime Payne - With a background in the performing arts, J’aime once spent much of her time with a guitar and microphone in hand. Since moving to Moosomin, though, she has discovered a whole new world of creativity through MVAC. She’s enjoyed exploring everything from sewing, pottery, and papier-mâché to cooking and, naturally, sourdough baking. J’aime is grateful for the chance to keep learning, creating, and sharing that joy with others.
Carlie Glasser - Carlie Glasser is a yoga instructor and fitness coach based in Moosomin, Saskatchewan. She teaches yoga through Anytime Fitness Moosomin and collaborates with local wellness spaces to offer both group classes and private sessions.
Carlie’s teaching style focuses on accessibility, guiding students through gentle movement, breathwork (pranayama), and short meditative practices designed to improve mobility, reduce stress, and support overall well-being. Her classes are known for their calm, welcoming energy and are suitable for beginners while still offering depth for more experienced participants.
In addition to group classes, she offers one-on-one sessions and participates in community fitness events, often integrating functional movement and recovery-based yoga into broader wellness programming.
Follow the link below to register for this class.
Please include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer the name of the person attending the class and the name of the class.
Mother's Day Pop-Up Card Workshop with Ahram Kim
Join our Mother’s Day Pop-up Card Workshop and create something truly meaningful! Ahram shows you how to take a quiet, creative moment and turn it into a lasting memory. Looks simple at first — but opens into something special. “OPEN IT… AND FEEL THE LOVE 💕”
✔ Beginner-friendly
✔ All materials included
✔ Take home at least one ready-to-gift card, perhaps two.
✔ Ages 9+
✔ Limit of 10 participants.
Registration for this class closes midnight, Sunday, May 3rd.
ABOUT OUR 🧑🎨 ARTIST
Ah Ram Kim and her husband came to Moosomin (and Canada) about a year and a half ago. She chose cooking as her self-expression when she first came to Moosomin but has since returned to more traditional art forms. Ah Ram majored in fine arts in Korea and has worked as a professional artist, participating in a variety of exhibitions. She majored in western painting but became better known for sculptural and installation work. Ah Ram has run a private studio where she taught art to both children and adults in small class settings. She is able to teach a wide variety of media, including pencil drawing, pen drawing, soft and oil pastels, conté, acrylic and oil painting. Ah Ram can also teach traditional Asian ink painting, Korean-style colour painting (jinchaehwa), and media-based works that incorporate photography or video. She believes that sincere creative energy - whether from a child, farmer, homemaker, or elder - comes through clearly on paper or canvas and she can’t wait to work with you!
✒️Follow the link below to register for this class.
Please include, in the “Memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, the name of the person participating in the class and the name of the class to avoid confusion.
Acrylic Paint Class with Jenna Szmutko
Join Jenna and other participants as we explore creating this nighttime tree scene. The branches and leaves on these trees just remind me of a bonsai tree . . . so Zen!🧘♀️Wouldn’t you love to take a little peace☮️home with you?!
Ages 10 - 100.
Maximum of 10 participants.
Minimum of 5 participants.
Supplies provided.
Registration for this class closes midnight, April 29th, 2026.
About our Artist:
Jenna tells us: I am a self taught beginner artist who occasionally joins classes on painting landscapes and nature themes. I have been painting as long as I can remember and it brings me great joy to see what others can bring to life when all giving the same instructions and equipment.
Follow the link below to register. Registration is not complete until payment is received.
Please include, in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, the name of the person attending AND the name of the class.
Extreme Beginner Wheel Pottery #4 with Kristin Foy
This class is now full!
For anyone who wants to learn some very basic wheel pottery skills, this is the class for you! Kristin will take you an a journey of throwing and centering your pieces in the creation of 2 or 3 small items (like a trinket dish, a spoon rest, a small bowl or a small vase).
This is a two day class. Day 1 is April 30th where you will throw your creations. Day 2 is May 14th and when you will glaze your creations (time is needed between the dates for the clay to dry/cure and to be bisqued (put through the kiln). Both days, the class is from 1 - 3 pm.
Maximum 6 participants.
Ages 12+.
This pair of classes is not related to any other classes.
Previous experience is not necessary but an asset.
Warning: Our clay studio is in a basement and requires the ability to maneuver stairs.
About the Artist:
Kristin (Kristi) Foy is a local professional who enjoys doing a variety of hobbies. She first got involved in clay in 2019 and purchased a wheel and kiln in 2019. However, after realizing that pottery was getting difficult to fit into her schedule, she donated her pottery supplies to MVAC in 2024 so others could enjoy them. She is looking forward to getting back to doing some pottery again and creating with others.
Select the link below to register for this class. Registration is not complete until payment is received.
In the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, please include the name of the person participating in the class as well as the name of the class.
Intermediate Wheel Pottery with Hannah Delos Reyes
Note the new dates!
We are so thankful for Hannah! She has agreed to work from our clay studio offering an intermediate wheel pottery class. Hannah will coach you on creating something you want to keep as you further develop your wheel pottery skills.
Included in your registration fee is 1 box of clay.
Ages 18+ please.
Minimum of 4 participants.
Maximum of 6 participants.
4 days of 3 hour classes. Two weekend retreats! April 18th and 19th then April 25th and 26th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm.
Bring a sketchbook and writing materials.
Registration for this class closes midnight, April 13th, 2026.
Our clay studio is located in the basement of the Anglican Church. Access is strictly by stairs.
About our Artist:
Hannah Delos Reyes is a Filipino-born artist whose practice bridges memory, culture, and lived experience. After migrating to Canada almost a decade ago, she began shaping an artistic voice grounded in the complexities of first‑generation immigrant life. Delos Reyes completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drawing at Brandon University, where she developed a practice centered on cultural identity and the enduring influence of colonial ideologies. Her work traces these forces from the colonial period to the present, examining how they continue to shape personal experience, collective memory, and the psychological landscape of diasporic communities.
While drawing remains central to her practice, Delos Reyes moves fluidly across painting, printmaking, and ceramics. Her academic dedication has been recognized through multiple scholarships and bursaries, and she has produced numerous commissioned works to support her studies. Since 2022, she has been an active participant in group exhibitions at the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba, contributing to the region’s evolving artistic dialogue. She has sold multiple artworks, taught community art classes, and has been invited across Brandon to represent the Filipino community through her art.
Follow the link below to register.
In the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, please include the name of the participant and the name of the class.
Beginner's Wheel Pottery with Hannah Delos Reyes
Note the new dates!
There’s a new kid in town (or in the area)! Hannah hails from Kipling and she recently completed her fine arts degree at Brandon University. She has agreed to work from our clay studio offering a beginner’s wheel pottery class. Hannah will coach you on creating something you want to keep as you learn the fundamentals of wheel pottery.
Included in your registration fee is 1 box of clay.
Ages 18+ please.
Minimum of 4 participants.
Maximum of 6 participants.
Bring a sketchbook and writing materials.
4 days of 3 hour classes. Two weekend retreats! April 18th and 19th then April 25th and 26th.
Registration for this class closes midnight, April 13th, 2026.
Our clay studio is located in the basement of the Anglican Church. Access is strictly by stairs.
About our Artist:
Hannah Delos Reyes is a Filipino-born artist whose practice bridges memory, culture, and lived experience. After migrating to Canada almost a decade ago, she began shaping an artistic voice grounded in the complexities of first‑generation immigrant life. Delos Reyes completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drawing at Brandon University, where she developed a practice centered on cultural identity and the enduring influence of colonial ideologies. Her work traces these forces from the colonial period to the present, examining how they continue to shape personal experience, collective memory, and the psychological landscape of diasporic communities.
While drawing remains central to her practice, Delos Reyes moves fluidly across painting, printmaking, and ceramics. Her academic dedication has been recognized through multiple scholarships and bursaries, and she has produced numerous commissioned works to support her studies. Since 2022, she has been an active participant in group exhibitions at the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba, contributing to the region’s evolving artistic dialogue. She has sold multiple artworks, taught community art classes, and has been invited across Brandon to represent the Filipino community through her art.
Follow the link below to register.
In the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, please include the name of the participant and the name of the class.
Ceramic Paint Night #10
☀️Looking for sunshine and lovely weather for this one! Join us Wednesday, April 15th from 7:00 to 9:00ish . . . select your ceramic piece to paint and join in on the fun, the relaxation and the conversations (a.k.a. giggles)!
☔We will be painting with acrylic paints in the Creation Space of MVAC and finishing our pieces with a sealant. We’ll have 2 hours to select and paint our pieces so we can take them home with us at the end of the night!
🌼Our studio fee is $10. Your cost will be the $10 + the price of the ceramics + GST. The price of the ceramics differs, depending on the size of the piece you choose. Payment will be expected before you begin painting your chosen piece of ceramics, but not at the time of registration.
🌱We provide the ceramic piece, the paint, the sealer and the tools to “get ‘er dun”. You provide the creative vision and manpower!!
This party’s theme: Spring
🌷Due to the demand for this activity and the size of our Creation Space size, we are limited to 20 participants, aged 6 and up.
🪻Follow the link below to save your spot in our tenth Ceramic Paint Party.
👒Participants aged 6 - 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Non-registered adults will not be able to work on their own ceramics piece. To register, adults must complete their own registration form.
Hand-Built Clay Plate, Applique Technique, with Sandra Dorrance
This class is full!!
Check out the details that can be added to a simple hand-built clay plate to make it uniquely your own . . . isn’t the effect absolutely stunning?! You can learn how to create your own clay plate using the applique technique. Join Sandra as she shows us how it is done!
This is a two-part class. The first class will be the building of the plate whereas the second class will be the glazing of the plate. The date for the second class will be determined later, depending on how the clay dries; typically the second class is two weeks after the first.
Adults only, please.
Supplies are included.
Space is limited! A maximum of 8 participants.
Participants must be able to navigate stairs as our clay studio is in a basement.
Registration for this class closes midnight, April 12th.
ABOUT OUR ARTIST
Sandra hails from Kenosee Lake. She has been building with clay for more than 8 years and loves every minute of it. Sandra joined the MVAC Pass Holder’s group last year and has created some absolutely amazing pieces! She's looking forward to offering the experience to work with clay.
Follow the link below to register for the class.
Please include, in the “Memo” portion of your e-transfer payment, the name of the person attending the class and the name of the class to avoid confusion.
Umbrella Stained Glass Evening with Darlene Strong
This class has been cancelled due to lack of registrations.
🌷Spring has sprung (at least we hope it has)! During this class, we will be making an umbrella☂️. This class offers a beginner version or an advanced version. So dainty; I can’t wait to see everyone’s rendition of this one!
All supplies are provided.
For artists aged 16+.
Please Note:
You will need hand strength to take this class; successful glass cutting requires 5-10 pounds of pressure by hand.
You will be standing for long periods of time with this class as well.
Open toed shoes are NOT allowed in the glass studio.
If you are pregnant or think you may be, working with stained glass is not recommended.
Ask Darlene how you can gain the experience and expertise to use the glass studio during MVAC’s Open Studio times.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old. Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.
I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15.
It's my passion, to see others become passionate about creating! I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art. I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others.
Fill out the form in the link below to register for the 6PM class.
Please include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment the name of the person attending the class and the name of the class.
Umbrella Stained Glass Afternoon with Darlene Strong
🌷Spring has sprung (at least we hope it has)! During this class, we will be making an umbrella☂️. This class offers a beginner version or an advanced version. So dainty; I can’t wait to see everyone’s rendition of this one!
All supplies are provided.
For artists aged 16+.
Please Note:
You will need hand strength to take this class; successful glass cutting requires 5-10 pounds of pressure by hand.
You will be standing for long periods of time with this class as well.
Open toed shoes are NOT allowed in the glass studio.
If you are pregnant or think you may be, working with stained glass is not recommended.
Ask Darlene how you can gain the experience and expertise to use the glass studio during MVAC’s Open Studio times.
Registration for this class closes 8:00 pm, April 12th, 2026.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Apparently, I have been making art messes since I was 3 years old. Although I learned my art mediums mostly by trial and error, I did achieve some formal training: Diploma in Graphic Design, 1 year fashion Design and a Certificate in Interior Decorating. As well, I have attended many Art workshops.
I have tried many, many, forms of art through the years, but I always come back to Acrylic & Watercolor. I have been instructing these mediums for over 25 yrs and Stained Glass for about 15.
It's my passion, to see others become passionate about creating! I own a studio at Rocanville where I offer private Art lessons and Paint Parties and some retail art supplies. When I get a minute or two, I even create my own art. I am thrilled to be a part of MVAC and for the opportunity to share my experience with others.
Fill out the form in the link below to register for the 2PM class.
Please include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer payment the name of the person attending the class and the name of the class.
Let's Sew (for Beginners) with Lynn McGonigal
This afternoon sewing session with Lynn will be the perfect chance for beginners, with guidance, to explore their sewing machines. There will be a variety of beginner projects available to choose from so come on out and make friends with your sewing machine while creating something unique to you!
Ages 12+.
Limit of 6 participants.
Supplies are provided.
Bring with you:
your sewing machine
your sewing machine manual
a seam ripper
sewing shears
The Moosomin Visual Arts Centre does have 3 sewing machines available for use if you do not have one yourself.
Registration for this class closes midnight, April 8th, 2026.
A WORD FROM LYNN, ABOUT LYNN:
I began sewing as child and have continued all my life. When I am not sewing something, be it a quilt, garments, or mending, I am thinking about the next project, or 20. I love upcycling and reusing fabrics to give them a new life. Over the years I have taught private lessons, sewn for others, provided mending services and have had a blast coordinating the costume department of Creative Vision Productions.
Follow the link below to register.
Please include the participant’s name and the name of the class in the “Memo” portion of your e-transfer payment.
Acrylic Paint Night with Chylisse Marchand
Chylisse is coming back to lead us in an acrylic paint night. This painting will brighten any space. It definitely has undertones of spring beneath a full moon!
Ages 12+.
Minimum 10 participants.
Maximum 30 participants.
Supplies provided.
Registration for this class closes midnight, March 26th.
About Our Artist
I am an artist and teacher. I have 20 years experience teaching and a visual arts degree. Oil painting is my first passion, which lead to acrylic, watercolour and beading. I am an ally to Indigenous people and those in the LGBTQ2S community. I am also bilingual with a strong passion for Francophone culture, and have a strong desire to continue to learn and challenge myself. I am a mother, an empath and a cat lover.
Follow the link below to register for this class.
Please include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer, the name of the class and the name of the person participating.
Let's Sew (for Beginners) March 2026 with Lynn McGonigal
Join us for a fun evening, learning how to sew. You will be working on creating a zipper pouch with materials supplied by the instructor, Lynn McGonigal, designed to learn and practice sewing skills using rescued fabrics.
Ages 12 +
Supplies are provided.
Only 4 spots available!!
Please bring with you:
your own sewing machine with accessories (including the machine’s zipper foot) and manual
sewing shears
seam ripper
The Moosomin Visual Arts Centre does have 4 sewing machines available for use if you do not have one yourself.
Registration for this class closes midnight, March 26th, 2026.
A WORD FROM LYNN, ABOUT LYNN:
I began sewing as child and have continued all my life. When I am not sewing something, be it a quilt, garments, or mending, I am thinking about the next project, or 20. I love upcycling and reusing fabrics to give them a new life. Over the years I have taught private lessons, sewn for others, provided mending services and have had a blast coordinating the costume department of Creative Vision Productions.
Follow the link below to register.
Please include the participant’s name and the name of the class in the “Memo” portion of your e-transfer payment.
Macrame Bunny Wall Hanging with Chelsea Doane
Chelsea has returned and she brings with her this adorable bunny wall hanging. Would that not look so cute hanging on your wall?!? And, I can attest . . . Chelsea’s classes are a lot of fun too!
Ages 12+.
All supplies included.
Maximum 8 participants.
Registration for this class closes midnight, March 19th.
About the Artist:
My name is Chelsea Doane and I am from Moosomin. I have been doing macrame for 7 years now and I love trying new projects all the time! My Facebook page is called “Knotted Branch Macrame”.
Follow the link below to register for this class.
Please remember to include in the “memo” portion of your e-transfer the name of the person participating and the name of the class.
If you are having problems accessing the registration forms or making electronic payments, please stop in at the Moosomin Visual Arts Centre (701 Ellice Street) weekday afternoons 1:00 - 5:30 pm for personal assistance. Alternatively, call Melissa at (306) 434-6362.