Mixed media classes
Benefits of learning mixed media
For the person seeking new inspiration, we have classes that merge different art mediums and concepts. Experimenting with a wide variety of materials will peak your curiousity and have you thinking outside of the box. Students will look at everything as a potential canvas.
2024 spring & summer registration dates
Registration for spring & summer programs, classes and day camps:
- Summer day camp registration is open
- Program and class registration is open
- Certification registration registration is open
Ensure your Live and Play account is ready on registration day by logging in and verifying your information is up to date. Get ready to register.
Registration will open:
- 6 a.m. — Online (virtual waiting room opens at 5:30 a.m.).
- 8:30 a.m. — By calling the Customer Service Centre at 403-268-3800 (option 1).
- During business hours — At any City-operated Aquatic & Recreation or Arts facility.
Upcoming facility closures
Programs, classes and swimming lessons will not be offered at the following facilities while they undergo repairs:
- Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre: closed this spring and summer.
- Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre: closed this summer.
- Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Recreation Centre: closed this summer.
Types of mixed media classes
You can register online, in person at our Recreation facilities, or by calling
403-268-3800.
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From the vibrant colours of Bali to the ancient history of Rome, art is inspired by our big, beautiful world. In this class, you'll expand your creativity and explore different cultures. Strengthen your drawing skills, experiment with paint and lose yourself in sculpture. It's an artistic journey to an unknown destination!
Age: 6 - 12 years
Prerequisite: None
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Campers will spend a full day expressing themselves creatively. They will take part in exciting activities that include drawing, painting, mixed media and sculpture. Camps may include outdoor opportunities throughout the day. All supplies and tools are included.
Age: 6 - 12 years
Prerequisites: None
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During this week-long summer day camp, young artists will take part in creative expression through drawing, painting, mixed media and sculptures. They will also enjoy supervised outdoor breaks.
Age: 6 - 12 years
Prerequisites: None
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Here's a rewarding opportunity to connect with your child through creativity. Each class offers an exciting new art activity that will stimulate the imagination, develop your child's social and motor skills and provide quality bonding time.
Ages: 3 - 5 years + Adult
Prerequisite: None
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Discover untapped creative potential in the world of fibre arts! Weave various textile-based processes into your artistic endeavors, which may include stitching, weaving, felting and printing. Different approaches to traditional techniques and materials each session allows for continuous inspiration and skill development.
Age: 18 - 99 years
Prerequisite: None
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Explore the creative possibilities of Fibre Arts! Using processes of hand-making which may include stitching, weaving, felting and dyeing, try your hand at traditional techniques with an artistic approach to process and materials. New inspirations each session allow for continuous skill development.
Age: 9 - 12 years
Prerequisite: None
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Make your own Claymation short-film using tablet computers. Develop story, create characters, design sets and film your mini-cinematic feature while working in small collaborative groups. You'll have something funny, thrilling or both to later share with your family and friends. All supplies included. Imagination required.
Age: 9 - 12 years
Prerequisite: None
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Expand your creativity with an exciting mix of two- and three-dimensional activities which may include drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and mixed materials. It’s the ultimate creative combo! Your artist instructor will guide you through this exploration where you might just discover a new medium that interests you.
Age: 18 - 99 years
Prerequisite: None
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Enjoy an exciting mix of two- and three-dimensional art activities. Explore drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and mixed media projects. It's the ultimate creative combo.
Age: 6 - 12 years
Prerequisite: None
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We take inspirations from the world of nature and science in this exploration of clay, collage, drawing, painting and more. Bones or feathers, snowflakes or your brain, curious little ones create art to express the wonder of it all.
Age: 4 - 5 years
Prerequisite: None
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Preschoolers will explore two- and three-dimensional art while developing basic skills and vivid imaginations. From painting and collage to clay modelling, they will work on projects that encourage their personality to shine.
Age: 4 - 5 years
Prerequisite: None
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It starts with a story and ends with inspired artwork. Preschoolers hear and see a different story each week, then create an artwork inspired by that story. They'll learn about colour, texture and shape in two- and three-dimensional art while developing artistic skills and using their imaginations.
Age: 3 - 4 years
Prerequisite: None
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Introduce your child to the fun of creative self-expression. Preschoolers who are ready for an independent class will explore everything from painting and collage to three-dimensional art.
Age: 3 - 4 years
Prerequisite: None
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Create original artwork on paper. Explore printmaking processes like polystyrene prints, monoprints and collagraphs. Use techniques to produce multiples of an original image and create your own editions of cards or works of art for framing.
Age: 18 - 99 years
Prerequisite: None
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Art is your language and it’s ours too! Get inspired and find the freedom to express yourself in an open and inclusive studio environment. Enjoy access to an array of materials presented by your artist instructor.
Age: 13 - 17 years
Prerequisite: None
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Make cool sculptures and other types of artworks using recycled materials and other "junk" we tend to throw away. Our planet will thank you!
Age: 7 - 10 years
Prerequisite: None
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Learn to create a handwoven contemporary tapestry through exploration of various fiber and weaving/tapestry techniques. Students may learn how to dress a loom several ways and methods of knotting and weaving to create textural surfaces.
Age: 18+ years
Prerequisite: None
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Steep yourself in one of the potter's ultimate challenges - the teapot. In this intensive class, you'll learn the fundamentals of the teapot including lips, lids, handles and spouts. Study what makes this form function and gain the skills to create your own teapot. Intermediate wheel throwing skills are required
Age: 18+ years
Prerequisite: None
About our art instructors
Our instructors are practicing artists that have formal art training and teaching experience. They offer their expertise in a variety of disciplines and enjoy working with people of all ages and abilities.
Our instructors ensure that classes are always fresh and challenging for new and returning participants. They adapt to students' needs and encourage them to try new ideas and methods.
What are classes like?
Students will experience a wide variety of artist mediums. Our studio is equipped with easels, tables and chairs so you can work comfortably seated or standing. We have drying shelves and studio storage for your work.
Classes usually begin with a topic discussion and technique demonstrations. Much of the class time will be practicing skills and applying what's been learned. Class length is determined by age group:
- All adult classes are two and a half-hour long
- School age children are 90 minutes long
- Preschool 60 minutes long
Come prepared
- Clothes that you're ok to get messy
- Closed-toed shoes
- Waterbottle
Unless otherwise stated in a particular adult class, supplies are extra and a shopping list of materials will be discussed during the first class. All tools and supplies for kids classes are included.
More art classes
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Develop your skills in composition, shading, space, and line work.
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Learn painting skills using acrylics, oils and water colours
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Transform clay using your hands, a potter’s wheel, and glazing techniques.