LAKE COUNTRY ART GALLERY

FULL WORKSHOP & EVENTS CALENDAR

4/2/2027

Scroll down the page to read a full description for each class. For workshop INQUIRIES OR registration INFORMATION email: Summersupport
minimum registration numbers required for some classes - book early to secure

Summer Kids Art Every wednesday through august

8/1/2026

Sign up for each Wednesday 12pm-2pm to secure a place $15 per session
- click the registration links below
August 5th
August 12th
August 19th
August 26th

STORYTIME in the gallery

7/31/2026

Our Story Time features books related to the exhibitions, animal yoga, and free art time. This project provides a fun outing for parents, guardians, and daycare workers to enjoy with their little ones in Lake Country.

This month, the gallery presents “Notions Of Gathering” by Amber and Cassia Powell, a mother-daughter duo exhibition exploring the relationships we form with objects, memories, and each other.

Come join us at the Lake Country Art Gallery!

SUMMER ART CAMPS

7/7/2026

Two Date ranges to choose from > 4th-6th August < and > 11th-13th August

CAMP # 1
Register at Members Discounted price HERE

Full price registration HERE

CAMP # 2
Register at Members Discounted price HERE

Full price registration HERE

Join us at Lake Country Art Gallery’s. Explore art, find inspiration, and unleash creativity! in a fun, supportive environment.
🎨 Creative Adventures Await at Lake Country Art Gallery's Summer Art Camps! ☀️
This summer, let your young artist, aged 7 to 12, explore and express themselves in our hands-on, three-day camps.
Each day features opportunities to:

Experiment with all types of materials, collage, painting, drawing, watercolour, recycled objects, and more
Draw inspiration from the Gallery’s current exhibition
Focus on the creative process rather than perfection

With our commitment to small group sizes, each child will receive personalized attention and encouragement, allowing them to learn through play while building confidence in their artistic abilities.

3-day camps run on August 4, 5, and 6, and August 11, 12, 13 from 9 AM to 2 PM each day.
🖌️Choose your week (Camp #! or Camp#2) Select member price or full price and then reserve a spot today to spark a summer of imagination! Spaces are limited!

NEW! Sunday Open Studios

3/5/2026

Open Studio Sundays
Looking for dedicated time to explore your creativity? The Lake Country Art House is now offering Open Studio time on Sundays.

These relaxed, self-directed sessions invite participants of all ages to spend time experimenting with a wide range of art materials in a supportive studio environment. Whether you arrive with an idea in mind or simply want to explore and see where the process takes you, Open Studio provides the space and resources to create freely.

A Studio Sidekick will be available to help you locate materials, demonstrate techniques, and offer guidance as you explore different ways of working.

A wide variety of art and craft materials available to use
Welcoming for all ages and skill levels
A creative space to experiment, explore, and make at your own pace

Please register in advance HERE to reserve your spot.

Open Studio Fridays with Tina Siddiqui

2/26/2026

Artist instructor Tina Siddiqui leads this guided practice with a focus on drawing, painting, and mixed media. Tina has been teaching painting, drawing and mixed media courses in the Okanagan for nearly 20 years. Trained as a graphic artist, Tina has since exhibited in group and solo shows in the United Kingdom, USA, Canada, Pakistan and Dubai since 1976; and awarded for portraiture and abstract paintings, namely 2003 Open International Portrait Competition in Toronto.

See Calendar above for dates

Sessions run select Fridays from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Register to secure your place.

College Club

2/24/2026

Collage Club
Select Fridays at the ArtHouse
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
2025 Fall dates:
Sept. 5, 19 | Oct 3, 17 | Nov. 7, 21 | Dec. 5, 19

Register for two sessions per month or drop-in for a class
Members: $40 / Non-Members: $45
Materials are provided
Join artist instructor Amy Van Dongen for Collage Club on Fridays!

Kids Story Time

2/22/2026

Kids Story Time:
with Amy Van Dongen
and in collaboration with @orllakecountrylibrary

Select Tuesdays at the Gallery
Free/by donation
Drop-in community event| 10:30-11:15am

Our Story Time will feature books related to themes in the exhibitions, some movement with animal yoga and free art time. This project offers a space for parents, guardians and daycare workers to take little ones to in Lake Country.

2026 March Dates:
Mystery Spot: March 3rd and March 30th

TapIn: Creative SafeSpace for Teens

2/21/2026

TapIn: Creative SafeSpace for Teens
Aged 13-17 | Drop-in wellness program where participants can access self-awareness through the creative process.

Fridays* 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
*except for SD23 pro-d days

Led by Amy Van Dongen an Okanagan based artist & art therapist who holds a Fine Arts Degree from University of Waterloo and a Graduate Diploma from the Kutenai Art Therapy Institute.

Cost is supported by sponsors and by donation to allow for barrier-free access to participants.

March Break Mini 3-day Camp

2/13/2026

Sign-up your young artist dive into a joyful, hands-on exploration of art in an inspiring and supportive environment! Our 1-day camps are designed for curious, creative kids between the ages of 7-11, who love to make, explore, and express through art.

Led by artist and art therapist Amy Van Dongen, our camps offer a warm, inclusive space where every child is welcomed just as they are.

Each day brings new opportunities to:

Experiment with recycled materials, collage, and painting
Draw inspiration from the Gallery’s current exhibition
Create freely with a focus on process over perfection
Enjoy relaxed breaks outdoors or a quiet moment in the local library

Whether your child is a budding artist or just loves to explore, our camps promise an unforgettable week full of imagination, movement, and meaningful connection.

Our march break camp is offered:
March 17-19, 2026