Art Classes

Art Classes offer opportunities for all ages to learn about art. Focussing on KAG’s current exhibitions, the classes include tailored tours and discussions, followed by instruction in arts and crafts techniques, basic design concepts, various art media and new technologies. Participation in KAG art class activities is inspirational, educational, enlivening and fun.

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FOR CHILDREN

Summer Art Camps

July 5 to August 27

Kamloops Art Gallery is planning a summer packed with fun. Working with a new theme each week, participants experiment with a variety of art materials and discover new art techniques. They create a range of imaginative 3-D projects in plaster of Paris, book arts, jewellery, and multi-media sculpture. Students also learn basic drawing, painting, colour mixing and various printmaking techniques.

Art Camps run from July 5 to August 27 with week-long sessions of full-day classes for ages 7 to 12 and half-day classes for ages 4 to 6.

Ages 4 to 6

Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

$63 (per week)

$50 (per short week)

Ages 7 to 12

Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

$156 (per week)

$125 (per short week)

Organized lunch time supervision for students attending full day programs is provided. Students are required to bring their lunch.

Extended care available 9:00 to 10:00 am at a cost of $4 per hour per child.

Summer Art Camps are made possible with assistance from Canadian Heritage through the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations program.

Summer Art Camps Display

September 2 to October 10

BMO Open Gallery

Opening Reception: Thursday, September 2, 5:30 to 6:30 pm

Family and friends of Summer Art Camps participants are invited to view the art produced throughout the summer.

Winter Art Camps

Half-day art camps for children ages 4 to 12

Monday to Thursday, December 20, 21, 22, 23 and December 27, 28, 29, 30

Limited spaces available

Join art instructor Kelly Perry on a guided interactive tour of the current exhibition and participate in art-making in the Ken Lepin and Tricia Sellmer

studios. Our half-day camp provides a great opportunity for kids to have an amazing time creating a variety of innovative art projects.

Ages 4 to 6

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

$13 (per day)

Ages 7 to 12

1:00 to 3:30 pm

$19 (per day)

FOR EVERYONE

Community Group Tours

If you are a community group interested in customized art experience, the Kamloops Art Gallery offers a variety of options appropriate for all ages and levels of art experience. Days and times are arranged based on needs and availability.

Guided Interactive Tour

60-minute exhibition tour
$35 per group, plus Gallery admission at group rate
maximum 20 participants

Guided Tour and Workshop

30-minute exhibition tour
60-minutes experiential workshops
$50 per group, plus Gallery admission at group rate
maximum 20 participants

Customized Series of Workshops

weekly two-hour experiential workshops with exhibition tour component
multiple weeks (6 weeks recommended)
$70/week per group
maximum 16 participants

Contact Linda Favrholdt at 250-377-2403 to book a tour or workshop.

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INFORMATION

Pre-registration and payment required for all studio programs. Call 250-377-2400.

Members receive a discount on fees.

Taxes are added to program fees, where applicable.

Most major credit cards accepted.

No refunds or exchanges.

All supplies included except where noted.

Programs take place in the Ken Lepin and Tricia Sellmer Studios, except where noted.

Courses with low registration may be cancelled, in which case fees will be refunded.