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With each season we provide a mix of programs for children (including camps during school holidays), youth, adults, families and the community. Whatever your experience and expertise or preferred medium you'll find our programs offer a great place to connect and explore your creativity.

As a Member, you receive advance notice of classes for early registration and 15% of all programs.

Parents, you and your budding artist(s) will be thrilled to know we provide Art Camps during school holidays.

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Creative Journey for New Retirees Book Club - New Horizons for Seniors
Participant:Adult
Dates:Mondays Sep 4 - Nov 27, 2023
Times:6:30 - 8:30 PM
Type:Virtual Workshop
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Wellness
Instructor:Sandra Nass Misiak
Cost:No Charge

Feeling a little lost? Transitioning away from the working world and into the "second act" of life can be intimidating! This 12-week course is for those who are brand new to retirement (within the past 6 years), live within the Niagara region, and are curious about exploring their creative selves.

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After School Pottery
Participant:Children & Youth
Dates:Wednesdays Sep 20 - Oct 11, 2023
Times:6:00 - 8:00 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Sculpture
Instructor:Aidan Frenette
Cost:$155.00 ($140.00 for members)

Get introduced to pottery by learning introductory throwing and handbuilding techniques!

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Life Drawing Drop-In
Participant:Adult
Dates:2 Sessions (Oct-Nov)
Times:6:00 - 8:00 PM
Type:Drop-In
Level:Beginner+
Medium:Drawing
Cost:$20.00 - $80.00 ($20.00 - $68.00 for members)

This drop-in style life drawing course will create a space for artists to practice figure drawing in front of a life (nude) model. Drop-ins welcome, $20/person at the door, pending availability.

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Chair Yoga: Beyond Beginners
Participant:Adult
Dates:Thursdays Oct 5 - Oct 26, 2023
Times:9:00 - 10:30 AM
Type:In-Studio
Level:Beginner
Medium:Wellness
Instructor:Sophie Campbell
Cost:$92.00 ($80.00 for members)

Welcome the day with indoor chair yoga live-streamed at the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre!

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Wheel 101
Participant:Adult
Dates:4 Sessions (Oct-Nov)
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Sculpture
Cost:$74.00 ($64.00 for members)

Learn the absolute basics of throwing on a motorized wheel! Please note there are two sessions for this program; one afternoon (2:00 - 4:00 PM) and one evening (6:00 - 8:00 PM)

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Encaustic and Mixed Media Workshop
Participant:Adult
Date:Sat Oct 14, 2023
Time:10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:Beginner
Medium:Mixed Media
Instructor:Amber Lee Williams
Cost:$273.00 ($247.00 for members)

Explore encaustic painting with Amber Lee Williams!

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Lidded Pot Workshop
Participant:Adult
Date:Sat Oct 14, 2023
Time:1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:Beginner
Medium:Sculpture
Instructor:Rob Dorante
Cost:$74.00 ($64.00 for members)

Throw your own lidded pot!

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Ancient Mesopotamia - Art History Lecture Series
Participant:Adult
Dates:Tuesdays Oct 17 - Oct 24, 2023
Times:2:00 - 3:30 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Lecture
Instructor:Susan Dobson
Cost:$25.00 ($22.00 for members)

Learn about ancient Mesopotamian art and architecture with Susan Dobson!

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Fused Glass: Tree Ornaments
Participant:Adult
Dates:2 Sessions (Oct-Nov)
Type:In-Studio
Level:Beginner
Medium:Sculpture
Cost:$129.00 ($115.00 for members)

Creative festive holiday-themed fused glass ornaments!

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Intro to iPad Art with Sketches & Procreate - New Horizons for Seniors
Participant:Adult
Dates:Wednesdays Oct 18 - Oct 25, 2023
Times:1:00 - 4:00 PM
Type:Virtual Workshop
Level:Beginner
Medium:Technology
Instructor:Helen McCusker
Cost:No Charge

Make creative digital paintings with Procreate and Sketches for iPad!

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iPad Basics: Making Connections - New Horizons for Seniors
Participant:Adult
Dates:Sundays Oct 22 - Oct 29, 2023
Times:1:00 - 2:30 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Technology
Instructor:Paul Eppler
Cost:No Charge

Gain confidence in using your iPad for connectivity, entertainment, and web browsing.

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Introduction to Fused Glass - New Horizons for Seniors
Participant:Adult
Date:Sun Oct 29, 2023
Time:1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Sculpture
Instructor:Julia Kane
Cost:No Charge

Create a colourful set of fused glass coasters with instructor Julia Kane!

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Digital Painting
Participant:Adult
Dates:Wednesdays Nov 1 - Nov 8, 2023
Times:1:00 - 4:00 PM
Type:In-Studio Workshop
Level:Beginner+
Medium:Technology
Instructor:Helen McCusker
Cost:$110.00 ($96.00 for members)

Using your understanding of basic usage and techniques using Procreate and Sketches apps, the instructor will give demos of more advanced functions.

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Getting the Right Start with Watercolours
Participant:Adult
Dates:Nov 2 - Nov 3, 2023
Times:11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:Beginner
Medium:Painting
Instructor:J Donec
Cost:$163.00 ($145.00 for members)

Get introduced to watercolour painting with Julie Donec!

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Mug Workshop
Participant:Adult
Date:Sat Nov 4, 2023
Time:1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Type:In-Studio Workshop
Level:Beginner Level (limited artistic experience)
Medium:Sculpture
Instructor:Rob Dorante
Cost:$74.00 ($64.00 for members)

Create your own clay mug with a blend of hand-building and wheel techniques.

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Beyond Colour Harmony
Participant:Adult
Dates:Nov 8 - Nov 9, 2023
Times:10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Type:Virtual Workshop
Level:Intermediate
Medium:Painting
Instructor:John David Anderson
Cost:$145.00 ($126.00 for members)

Explore colour harmony with John David Anderson!

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Ancient Egypt - Art History Lecture Series
Participant:Adult
Dates:Tuesdays Nov 14 - Nov 21, 2023
Times:2:00 - 3:30 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Lecture
Instructor:Susan Dobson
Cost:$25.00 ($22.00 for members)

Travel through Ancient Egypt with Susan Dobson!

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Wreath Workshop
Participant:Adult
Date:Wed Nov 15, 2023
Time:6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Mixed Media
Cost:$40.00 ($35.00 for members)

Join Pumphouse staff to create festive wreathes!

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In-Studio Winter Art Camp
Participant:Children & Youth
Dates:Jan 2 - Jan 5, 2024
Times:9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Mixed Media
Cost:$220.00 ($188.00 for members)

In-Studio Full Day Winter Art Camp for ages 4 - 8. Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Before & After Care available)

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Family Friendly Online Studio - October 2023
Participant:Children & Youth
Type:Video Tutorial
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Mixed Media
Cost:No Charge

Draw and finger-paint a Halloween themed polka dot pumpkin!

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Video Tutorials
Participant:Adult
Type:Video Tutorial
Level:Various
Medium:Mixed Media
Cost:$30.00 - $124.00 ($30.00 - $105.00 for members)

Watch the video tutorials of recorded online sessions and learn at your own pace from the comforts of your home.

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