Corner of Creativity – Family & Youth – Acrylic Painting Class (Saturdays)

Description

Presented by TPCA, Loud Art Society, and the City of Calgary, this six-week creative art program invites families and youth to explore self-expression, creativity, and connection through guided hands-on art activities.

Each Saturday session introduces a new artistic theme, giving participants the opportunity to experiment with colour, painting, portraiture, and abstract expression in a welcoming and supportive environment. No previous art experience is required, and all materials are included.

Program Dates
Saturdays: October 17, 24, 31 and November 7, 14, 21, 2026

Time
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Location
Tuxedo Park Community Hall
202 29 Ave NE, Lower Hall

Cost
Only $10 for all six sessions for Family and Youth participants.
All art materials are included.

Weekly Program

Week 1 – Colour & Emotion
Explore how different colours can communicate feelings, moods, and personal experiences through creative art exercises.

Week 2 – Landscape Painting
Learn the foundations of landscape painting while experimenting with composition, colour, and personal interpretation.

Week 3 – Completing Your Landscape
Continue developing your landscape artwork by adding detail, texture, depth, and finishing touches.

Week 4 – Self-Portrait
Create a self-portrait while exploring identity, observation, and individual artistic style.

Week 5 – Personalize Your Portrait
Build on your portrait by incorporating meaningful colours, patterns, symbols, and creative elements that represent you.

Week 6 – Abstract Expression & Group Reflection
Finish the program with an expressive abstract art session followed by a relaxed group reflection celebrating everyone’s creative journey.

This program is designed to make art approachable, social, and enjoyable while giving participants space to develop confidence, creativity, and their own artistic voice.