Open Studios
Dates:
January: 11th & 25th, February: 8th & 22nd, March: 8th & 22nd, April: 5th & 19th, May: 3rd, 17th, & 31st, June: 14th & 28th, July: 12th & 26th, August: 9th & 23rd, September: 6th & 20th, October: 4th & 18th, November: 1st, 15th, & 29th, December: 13th
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.
This course is full. Please contact info@sunburyshores.org for waiting list options
Holiday Stained Glass
Instructor: April Beach
Date: November 2
Time: Sunday, 10.00 am – 4.00 pm
Max students: 7
Materials: included
Learn the basics of working with stained glass, to produce your own suncatchers. Suitable for all ages over 15.
Course Fee: $65
Drawing the Figure
Instructor: Stephen Hutchings
Date: November 21 – 23, 2025
Time: Friday 5:00 – 7:00pm, Saturday/Sunday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Max students: 12
Materials: Bring your own
Exploring multiple techniques and approaches with live models.
Materials List:
Materials are also available for purchase from Sunbury Shores
- graphite
- charcoal
- conté
Course Fee: $225
Holiday Stained Glass Suncatchers
Instructor: April Beach
Date: November 1
Time: Saturday, 10.00 am – 4.00 pm
Max students: 7
Materials: included
Learn the basics of working with stained glass, to produce your own suncatchers. Suitable for all ages over 15.
This course will be holiday themed.
Course Fee: $65
Course finished…until another year…
Artistic Growth Studio
Instructor: Theresa MacKnight
Date: June 30th – July 4th, 2025
Time: Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Max students: 12
Materials: Bring your own
This is a unique workshop for people who wish to develop and grow their skills in painting and/or drawing and wish to work at their own pace or have specific goals or projects they wish to work on. Developed by the late Jay Dampf, a long-time artist instructor at Sunbury Shores, it’s an opportunity to enjoy dedicated time to work on your own practice while also benefitting from individual attention, guidance and critiquing with Theresa. Students bring their own work (drawing, painting in acrylic and oils, and watercolour), either in progress, or ready to start. At the beginning of the week Theresa will meet with each participant and discuss what they wish to accomplish, then start working toward their goals in a supportive, individualized way. Students may choose to work in the excellent studio space at Sunbury Shores or may even choose to work plein air. Both options with be accommodated.
Theresa MacKnight is a highly accomplished artist art teacher. She has won numerous awards and been exhibited widely across New Brunswick and elsewhere. Theresa
has an extensive knowledge of working in different mediums, and teaches with patience, encouragement, and consideration of individual needs. She has spent many years involved with
SSANC as instructor, student, and exhibitor.
Course Fee: $575
Course + Accommodation & Meals Package available
This course is full. Please contact info@sunburyshores.org for waiting list options
Throwing on the Wheel 1: Bowls, Plates & Cups
Instructor: Florence Small
Dates: October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8
Time: Saturdays, 1.00 – 2.30 pm
Max students: 8
Materials: included
Learn the basics around wheel throwing, creating beautiful and practical pieces for everyday use.
Course Fee: $255 (materials included)
This course is full. Please contact info@sunburyshores.org for waiting list options
Throwing on the Wheel 2: Pots & Vases
Instructor: Florence Small
Dates: September 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4
Time: Tuesdays, 6.30 – 8.00 pm
Max students: 8
Materials: included
Learn the basics around wheel throwing, creating beautiful and practical pieces for everyday use.
Course Fee: $255 (materials included)
Drawing for Beginners
Instructor: Sophie McIlwaine
Date: Oct 23, 30 & Nov 6, 2025
Time: Thursdays, 6.oo – 7.00 pm
Max students: 10
Materials: included
Description:
Join architectural artist Sophie McIlwaine for an introduction to drawing, designed for complete beginners and those looking to refresh their skills. Over three sessions, we’ll cover the fundamentals of drawing: line, proportion, perspective, and composition. Through quick, playful exercises and longer studies, you’ll learn to see differently and translate what you observe onto paper. The course emphasizes drawing as a tool for looking closely at the world rather than striving for perfection. You’ll leave with a set of techniques to build confidence and enjoyment in drawing, and a collection of your own sketches to take away.
Materials:
Essential:
- Sketchbook or drawing pad (A4 or A3, plain cartridge or mixed-media paper)
- Pencils: 2B and 4B (optional: 6B for softer lines)
- Eraser
- Sharpener
- Fineliner or ink pen (waterproof if possible, e.g., Micron or Uni Pin)
Optional:
- Coloured pencils or water-based markers for colour and texture
- Ruler for straight lines