
The Smeltzer House Visual Arts Centre offers a variety of art and craft classes for all ages, ability levels, and aspirations. Programs are designed to introduce students to new disciplines or hone existing skills in a wide range of disciplines including drawing, painting, mixed media, pottery, fused glass and more.

Oil Painting - Plein Air and Expressive Botanics (18Y+)
Jul 13 - 27, 2022
Wed from 1 - 4 p.m.
Jul 12 - 26, 2022
Tue from 1 - 4 p.m.
Jul 14 - 28, 2022
Thu from 6 - 9 p.m.
Learn the alluring medium of oil painting.Presented by contemporary expressionist painter Yvonne DuBourdieu.
Location: Smeltzer House

Absolute Beginner Pottery (18Y+)
Jul 5 - Aug 23, 2022
Tue from 6 - 9 p.m.
Jul 6 - Aug 24, 2022
Wed from 6 - 9 p.m.
Learn the basics of becoming a potter. This introductory 8-week course will cover basic ceramic techniques and establish a strong foundation for successful pottery making.
Location: Clay Hut @ Smeltzer House

Family Clay (6Y+)
Jul 9, 16 and Aug 13, 2022
Sat morning: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Sat afternoon: 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Explore pinch and coil techniques while you create memories and your own treasures in clay. No experience required. All supplies included.
Location: Clay Hut @ Smeltzer House

Oil Painting - Plein Air and Expressive Botanics (18Y+)
Jul 13 - 27, 2022
Wed from 1 - 4 p.m.
Jul 12 - 26, 2022
Tue from 1 - 4 p.m.
Jul 14 - 28, 2022
Thu from 6 - 9 p.m.
Learn the alluring medium of oil painting.Presented by contemporary expressionist painter Yvonne DuBourdieu.
Location: Smeltzer House

Absolute Beginner Pottery (18Y+)
Jul 5 - Aug 23, 2022
Tue from 6 - 9 p.m.
Jul 6 - Aug 24, 2022
Wed from 6 - 9 p.m.
Learn the basics of becoming a potter. This introductory 8-week course will cover basic ceramic techniques and establish a strong foundation for successful pottery making.
Location: Clay Hut @ Smeltzer House

Family Clay (6Y+)
Jul 9, 16 and Aug 13, 2022
Sat morning: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Sat afternoon: 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Explore pinch and coil techniques while you create memories and your own treasures in clay. No experience required. All supplies included.
Location: Clay Hut @ Smeltzer House
Know before you go
There are a few things you may want to know before taking part in Strathcona County visual arts programs at Smeltzer House.
Additional information
780-464-2023
Ruta.Nichol@strathcona.ca