Angel Commins – Big Sky Over Navy Island (detail)

Sunbury Shores Winter Hours
Tuesday – Saturday 10 am – 4pmPlease note, if weather causes school closures, we will also be closed.

Current Exhibitions
Pop in and see what we have in our galleries – magical, fascinating, eclectic…
And more!

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Emilie Grace Lavoie:
Beaverbrook Canadian Foundation AIRJoin us on
Friday March 21, Pop Up with Emilie Grace from 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Sunbury Shores is excited to welcome Emilie Grace Lavoie for her two week Residency with us (March 10 – 21) Emilie has joined us to work on her new project.

“For this residency project, I plan to explore new forms in ceramics … designed to stand alone, but their potential lies in the possibility of assembling them to create larger, interconnected works. I aim to refine my technical mastery by exploring smaller dimensions while experimenting with new aesthetic and conceptual approaches. I also plan to devote specific time to researching new glaze tests, to diversify the textures and visual effects of the pieces. This exploration of glazes is part of a wider process aimed at enriching my ceramic practice by opening up new possibilities for design.

At the same time, I’m developing a future exhibition project inspired by surrealist phenomena and the ecology of post-human life.”

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Employment Opportunity!! We are looking for this year’s
2025 SCAMPS Assistant.

As a member of our team, you will assist with delivering hands-on programming about art and nature to children ages 6-12 years; work in a summer day camp environment with outdoor group activities and indoor art studio time; help children explore art and nature, and participate with them in excursions to nearby parks and natural areas.

This position is for approximately 9 weeks, beginning late June, and throughout July and August 2025. The work week is Monday to Friday (5 days @week) with hours to be confirmed. The salary is approximately $16.00/hr.

Requirements:
A SEED NB candidate (student) must:
• Be a resident of New Brunswick (must have lived in New Brunswick for at least 6 months) or a First Nation community in New Brunswick;
• Be eligible to work in Canada (must have a valid SIN number);
• NOT be an immediate family member (spouse, children, parent, brother or sister) of the employer;
• Be a high school student entering grade 10, 11, or 12 in September 2025; OR
• Be a full-time Grade 12, university or college student in the current academic year of 2024-2025 AND attending a post-secondary institution full-time in the fall of 2025;
•Must have experience working with children.

To apply, please send your resume and a letter outlining your interests and experience for the position to artisticdirector@sunburyshores.org by April 30, 2025. Interviews will be held with potential candidates.
For questions, please contact artisticdirector@sunburyshores.org or call 506-529-3386.

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NEW COURSES!!

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Kids After School
Check out our website for dates and times for your school.
To register, please call or email info@sunburyshores.org

More info here

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Never too late to become a member!
Just because you get the newsletter doesn’t mean you are a member….So sign up now to get the most advantage – memberships run annually – January – December.
Don’t forget to be a part of our wonderful family this year!

We love our members! With the continued support of your membership, it keeps us going. Join, renew, or gift a membership – with all the great benefits that come with being part of the Sunbury Shores family!

Student $20
Senior $30
Individual $40
Family $60

Sponsor memberships ($100, $500 and $1000) also available. Just ask, visit the Centre—or call us at 506.529.3386

Studio memberships also available – a great way to grow you practice using our facilities! Please contact us for more information. info@sunburyshores.org

Join or renew!

These courses for 2025 are available for registration now!
More are on the way…

Open Studios

Dates:
January: 11th & 25th, February: 8th & 22nd, March: 8th & 22nd, April: 5th & 19th, May: 3rd, 17th, & 31st (these will continue throughout the year)
Time: Saturdays, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Price: $14 per session Max 12 per session; RSVP

Twice a month, Sunbury Shores offers an opportunity to engage with others in the shared space of the Main Studio. Due to popular demand, and an extension of earlier Open Studio sessions with an artist (Feb 24, Mar 16), these new sessions are not topic driven and no artist will lead. Instead, it’s time for creation in a collaborative environment. Bring your own materials and artworks in progress and share ideas and skills. For all levels of experience. A facilitator will be present. Coffee and tea provided.

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Life Drawing
Dates:
January: 19th, February: 16th, March: 16th, May: 11th, June: 22nd, August: 17th, September: 14th, October: 12th, November: 9th
Time: Sundays, 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Price: $25 per session Max 12 per session; RSVP

Please note that there will be no life drawing sessions in April or July in order to accommodate the drawing that Stephen Hutchings is teaching during those months. If you are interested in formal life drawing training we highly recommend those courses: Life-size Life Drawing & Drawing the Figure.

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Ceramics: Advanced Hand Building
Instructor: Helen Stanley
Date: March 22nd & 23rd
Time: Saturday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Materials: IncludedFor students with some experience – learn hand building skills to take your work to the next level.
Course Fee: $200
Course fee plus accommodation and meal package available

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Understanding Contemporary Art
Instructor: Kate Giles
Date: March 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th
Time: Thursdays 6:30 pm – 7:30 pmJoin us for a relaxed discourse, discussion and dialogue around contemporary art, and why your 6-year old hasn’t done it yet! Each class will focus on a notable contemporary artwork while using art history to teach how we got here and how to understand it.
Course Fee: $60 ($15 per session)

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Life-Size Drawing
Instructor: Stephen Hutchings
Date: April 11th-13th, 2025
Time: Friday 5:30 – 6:30 pm, Saturday/Sunday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Materials: Bring your own – a list will be provided.

A weekend workshop drawing full size figures with live models – a great exploration of the human form.

Course Fee: $225
Course fee plus accommodation and meal package available

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Sculptural Paper Collage
Instructor: Roisin Cadieux
Date: April 26th & 27th, 2025
Time: Saturday & Sunday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Materials: OptionalLearn how to use paper with different textures and finishes to create forms and sculptures.
Course Fee: $165-$180
Students may bring their own paper as well

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Silversmithing Techniques
Instructor: Brigitte Clavette
Date: May 19th – 23rd
Time: Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Materials: tba

A fantastic opportunity to perfect old skills, learn new ones, and refine your metal work practice.

Course Fee: $450
Course + Accommodation & Meals Package available

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Colour Confidence
Instructor: Maggie Rose
Date: June 9th – 13th
Time: Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Materials: Bring your own– list will be provided

In depth practical around the theory of colour, how to mix, apply and bring depth and vibrancy to your work.

Course Fee: $650
Course + Accommodation & Meals Package available

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Painting Principles and Practices to Elevate your Work
Instructor: Maggie Rose
Date: June 16th – 20th, 2025
Time: Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

Materials: Bring your own– list will be provided

Grow your practice and confidence with this in-depth focus on painting techniques and more.

Course Fee: $650
Course + Accommodation & Meals Package available

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Artistic Growth Studio
Instructor: Theresa MacKnight
Date: June 30th – July 4th, 2025
Time: Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Materials: Bring your own, as required by your own practice

Relaxed studio time to focus on your own practice, share ideas and tips, experiment and grow your skills.

Course Fee: $525
Course + Accommodation & Meals Package available

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Acrylics Unleashed
Instructor: Vicky Lentz
Date: July 7th – 11th, 2025
Time: Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Materials: Bring your own – list will be provided

Explore the enormous possibilities of painting with acrylics using a variety of techniques and applications.

Course Fee: $600
Course + Accommodation & Meals Package available

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Drawing the Figure
Instructor: Stephen Hutchings
Date: July 21st – 25th, 2025
Time: Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Materials: Bring your own– list will be provided

Exploring multiple techniques and approaches with live models, outdoor exploration and more.

Course Fee: $500
Course + Accommodation & Meals Package available

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Porcupine Quillwork
Instructor: Tara Francis
Date: September 27th & 28th, 2025
Time: Saturday & Sunday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Materials: included

Create and experience artwork using traditional materials and stories that reflect and honour Indigenous culture.

Course Fee: $TBA

News from the Shores…

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Art with Carla – Seniors art classes in partnership with the Town of St. Andrews have started! Pre-registration essential – contact Parks & Recreation to book.

Mark your calendar!

Rossmount Inn Fundraising Dinner
Wednesday, May 7th, 2024
details/tickets will be coming soon…

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Town Wide Yard Sale
We will be fundraising again this year – if you have any unwanted arts/crafts/garden bits (in working good/reasonable condition) to donate, please let us know!
Thank you!
info@sunburyshores.org

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Your donations are always needed and appreciated – and will bring you a real tax benefit on your tax returns. We can accept stocks, securities or mutual funds – and US$ donations can qualify for a US tax receipt! Contact us for more information on how you can support.

Etransfer a direct deposit to executivedirector@sunburyshores.org with your name and address in the memo, or drop a cheque off at 139 Water St. in St. Andrews during open hours, or donate with your credit card by calling 506.529.3386, or click DONATE on our website at sunburyshores.org.

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Donate now

With huge thanks to all our sponsors and supporters! You have enabled us to continue providing quality and accessible programming for over 60 years.

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March Newsletter – Week 3

Open Studios

Dates:
January: 11th & 25th, February: 8th & 22nd, March: 8th & 22nd, April: 5th & 19th, May: 3rd, 17th, & 31st (these will continue throughout the year)
Time: Saturdays, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Price: $14 per session Max 12 per session; RSVP

About The Author

March Newsletter – Week 3

Open Studios

Dates: January: 11th & 25th, February: 8th & 22nd, March: 8th & 22nd, April: 5th & 19th, May: 3rd, 17th, & 31st (these will continue throughout the year) Time: Saturdays, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Price: $14 per session Max 12 per session; RSVP

About The Author

Dates:
January: 11th & 25th, February: 8th & 22nd, March: 8th & 22nd, April: 5th & 19th, May: 3rd, 17th, & 31st (these will continue throughout the year)
Time: Saturdays, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Price: $14 per session Max 12 per session; RSVP