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Culture Days will return September 20 – October 13, 2024.

Gairloch Gardens Tour with Sketchbook Workshop

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Oakville Galleries in Gairloch Gardens

1306 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville ON, L6J

Town of Oakville, ON

Directions: All classes will be conducted in the Main Floor Education Centre at Oakville Galleries in Gairloch Gardens, 1306 Lakeshore Road East, 2 km from downtown Oakville.

Access

Free.

Offered in English.

Wheelchair accessible and has gender-neutral washrooms.

About

Celebrate Culture Days with Oakville Galleries!

In this Children's Workshop, your young artist, with their sketchbook in hand, will take a guided tour through Gairloch Gardens and learn how to sketch en plein air! Our artist instructor, Becky D’Onofrio will lead young artists through the Gardens where they will discover contemporary art installations, learn a bit about the significant history of the treaty lands that Oakville Galleries in Gairloch Gardens is located on, and discover the challenges and joys of sketching outdoors.

This program is free of charge and for ages 6-12 years old; pre-registration is mandatory for each attendee.

WHAT TO BRING

Participants are welcome to bring their own sketchbook or use the materials provided.

A refillable water bottle and a snack (nut-free products only, please)

WEATHER

The workshops will run rain or shine. Participants should dress for the weather and alternative indoor venue spaces will be provided should the weather not cooperate.

LOCATION

All classes will be conducted in the Main Floor Education Centre at Oakville Galleries in Gairloch Gardens, 1306 Lakeshore Road East, 2 km from downtown Oakville.

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Oakville Galleries

Oakville Galleries (OG) is a public art museum, focused on exhibiting the works of contemporary artists from Canada and the world, while providing high quality public programs and arts education to the local community. OG operates 2 gallery spaces, within the Town of Oakville, in Centennial Square and Gairloch Gardens. Over the past 30 years OG has built an outstanding collection of over 1,000 works of art. OG is committed to providing an exceptional, engaging and inclusive visitor experience and values the opportunity to serve, engage and strengthen bonds with our community.

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Celebrate Culture Days with Oakville Galleries!

Oakville Galleries Town of Oakville, ON

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