Vernon Community Arts Centre

Vernon Community Arts Centre The Arts Centre runs a number of events throughout the year, and features work of both emerging and established artists.
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The Vernon Community Arts Centre is a creative hub offering classes for all ages, exhibits, events, art supplies, a local artisan shop, and studio drop-ins to inspire and connect the community. The Vernon Community Arts Centre is a community based facility providing a variety of classes and workshops for beginner, intermediate and professional artists of all ages. Access to specialist studios and

equipment is available to ACNO members, which gives them an opportunity to work on their own projects while interacting and collaborating with others. Gallery exhibits change monthly, and the Art Shop carries local art all year long. Visitors are always welcome, and we're happy to give you a tour around. The Arts Centre is operated by the Arts Council of the North Okanagan, a charitable non-profit organization that supports all arts and culture activities in Greater Vernon and the surrounding areas.

🎨 School will be out before you know it. Have you planned your summer yet?Our Summer Art Camps for ages 5–14 are the per...
06/17/2026

🎨 School will be out before you know it. Have you planned your summer yet?

Our Summer Art Camps for ages 5–14 are the perfect place for young artists to create, explore, and get inspired. From painting and drawing to sculpture, printmaking, fibre art, collage, and mixed media, every camp is packed with hands-on artistic fun.

Whether your child joins us for a Day Camp or a Week-Long Camp, they'll discover new techniques, make creative connections, and bring home artwork they're proud of.

✨ Ages 5–14
🎨 All materials and tools included
🎒 Participants should bring snacks, drinks, and lunch for full-day camps
👕 Wear art-appropriate clothing because art can get messy!

Summer is almost here, and many camps have limited spaces available. Register now and give your child a creative summer to remember.

📅 June 29 to August 28
📍 Vernon Community Arts Centre
🔗 https://vernonarts.ca/art-camps

What does “home” mean to you? 🏡✨From cherished memories and family traditions to meaningful places, landscapes, and pers...
06/15/2026

What does “home” mean to you? 🏡✨

From cherished memories and family traditions to meaningful places, landscapes, and personal experiences, Feels Like Home invites members to explore and share what creates a sense of belonging.

🖼️ Exhibition Dates: June 26 – July 21

📍 Artwork Submission & Drop-Off:
Wednesday, June 24 | 10 AM – 8 PM

📍 Artwork Removal & Pick-Up:
Wednesday, July 22 | 10 AM – 8 PM

We look forward to seeing your unique interpretation of home.

Still looking for a Father’s Day gift? 👀 We’ve got some incredible art in the shop right now—perfect for the dad who app...
06/15/2026

Still looking for a Father’s Day gift? 👀 We’ve got some incredible art in the shop right now—perfect for the dad who appreciates something unique. 🖼️✨

Pop in and take a look!

🎨 Calling all painters, printmakers, and artists who love to experiment!Ready to try something a little different this s...
06/13/2026

🎨 Calling all painters, printmakers, and artists who love to experiment!

Ready to try something a little different this summer?

Join instructor Desiree DeRuiter for an immersive exploration of Mokuhanga, a traditional Japanese woodblock printmaking process that uses water-based pigments and hand-printing techniques to create rich layers of colour and texture.

Working from a single woodblock, you'll carve, ink, and print your own abstract compositions while exploring reduction methods, mark-making, and the unexpected beauty that happens when process leads the way.

Whether you're a painter looking to bring new ideas into your work or a printmaker eager to expand your skills, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to slow down, explore, and create.

🗓 August 3–7
🕤 9:30am–3:30pm
✨ All levels welcome

Leave with a small edition of original prints, new creative skills, and plenty of inspiration for your next project.

➡️ Register now https://vernonarts.ca/classes/mokuhanga-printmaking-abstract-reduction-techniques

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06/12/2026

We're excited to be partnering with Vernon Community Arts Centre this summer to deliver a number of incredible art classes - one of which is Plein Air with Tina Siddiqui.

This outdoor class invites artists of all levels to connect with nature and explore their creativity with guidance and support.
Students will meet on-site at 9:00 am and spend the morning immersed in the vibrant sights, sounds, and colours of the garden. Tina will be on hand throughout to provide encouragement, instruction as needed, and personalised feedback to help you grow your skills and artistic confidence.

(Photographs courtesy Vernon Community Arts Centre).

Link in comments to sign up!

✨ STOP SCROLLING — your windowsill is about to level up ✨In this full-day workshop with Sue Schierer, choose from a sele...
06/12/2026

✨ STOP SCROLLING — your windowsill is about to level up ✨

In this full-day workshop with Sue Schierer, choose from a selection of provided patterns to craft a vibrant glass cactus or succulent using the copper foil technique.

Cut it. Shape it. Solder it. Take home a forever-plant that won’t need watering (but will absolutely get compliments).

Perfect as a handmade gift or a little reward for your own creative skills 🌵✨

⚠️ Prerequisite: Prior stained glass experience required (you and grinders are already well acquainted)

This is one workshop worth sticking with. Register today: https://vernonarts.ca/classes/stained-glass-succulent-or-cactus

The First Friday Art Trail is ON at the VCAC! Come stop by 11-3 to meet the artists and get a closer look at their work!...
06/05/2026

The First Friday Art Trail is ON at the VCAC! Come stop by 11-3 to meet the artists and get a closer look at their work!

-Gale Woodhouse & Jeanne Byron (painting)
- North Okanagan Woodcarver members:
Ron Carter, Georgina Haldane & Doug Wall (wood carving)
-Trudi Knight (ceramics)
-Svetlana Shkuratova (Botanical Photography)

🌈 THIS SUNDAY! Creative Expressions is here! For trans and non-binary youth who want a space to make art that actually f...
06/04/2026

🌈 THIS SUNDAY! Creative Expressions is here! For trans and non-binary youth who want a space to make art that actually feels like them

In celebration of Pride Month, Creative Expressions, led by Ash Burdett, is a hands-on workshop for ages 10–16. A welcoming studio space to explore identity and creativity through painting, collage, drawing, embroidery, and more. No experience needed. Just a place to make, experiment, and feel supported 🌟🎨

All materials are provided. Participants may bring a sketchbook if they like 📓

📅 Sunday, June 7 | 12:30–3:30

Spots are limited, register today: https://vernonarts.ca/classes/creative-expressions-art-for-trans-and-non-binary-youth-ages-10-to-16 ✨

Art by: Ash Burdett

🎨 Calling all young artists ages 10–14!Spend your Tuesday afternoons this summer diving into creativity, colour, and han...
06/03/2026

🎨 Calling all young artists ages 10–14!Spend your Tuesday afternoons this summer diving into creativity, colour, and hands-on making with instructor Tina Siddiqui.

Each week features a new project as students explore acrylics, watercolours, pastels, collage, and mixed media while building skills and confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Join for a single class or come back for multiple sessions throughout the summer.

🖌️ Tuesdays | 1:30–3:30 pm
💲 $35 per class (all materials included)

⚠️ These sessions tend to sell out quickly, so early registration is recommended.
Register today: https://vernonarts.ca/classes/summer-art-series-ages-10-14

Address

2704A British Columbia 6
Vernon, BC
V1T5G4

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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+12505426243

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