Arts and Culture Division Sponsored Digital Literacy Workshops

Refine and perfect your digital toolbox with our new online social media workshops

The CVRD Arts and Culture Division is proud to partner with the Canada Council for the Arts’s Digital Strategy Fund to present a series of online workshops designed to help arts organizations leverage digital media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Canva to further engage supporters and customers, and connect with the larger arts community.

You are eligible to register for any or all of the workshops below for free. Registrants must reside in the Cowichan region (CVRD geographical boundaries). This is only the first series of workshops and we will present more over the coming months. This workshop series is supported through a grant from:

Current Digital Literacy Workshops

Experienced Watercolour Spring 2024
Thu, Apr 04
Ladysmith
Apr 04, 2024, 10:00 a.m. PDT – May 23, 2024, 12:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Apr 04, 2024, 10:00 a.m. PDT – May 23, 2024, 12:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Develop your style as a watercolour artist, expand your skillset with new techniques and approaches.
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Creative Kids Spring 2024
Thu, Apr 04
Ladysmith
Apr 04, 2024, 3:30 p.m. PDT – May 30, 2024, 5:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Apr 04, 2024, 3:30 p.m. PDT – May 30, 2024, 5:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Learn about a variety of styles and media. Develop confidence through creative self-expression.
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Exploring Acrylics Spring 2024
Mon, Apr 08
Ladysmith
Apr 08, 2024, 3:00 p.m. – May 06, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Apr 08, 2024, 3:00 p.m. – May 06, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Develop your confidence as an acrylic painter as you explore various techniques and approaches.
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Clay For Kids Spring 2024
Tue, Apr 09
Ladysmith
Apr 09, 2024, 3:30 p.m. PDT – May 07, 2024, 5:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Apr 09, 2024, 3:30 p.m. PDT – May 07, 2024, 5:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
This class for children ages 8 to 12 years is all about discovering the creative possibilities of hand building with clay. Students will develop their skills and confidence as they make a variety of projects.
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Clay Handbuilding Spring 2024
Tue, Apr 09
Ladysmith
Apr 09, 2024, 5:30 p.m. PDT – May 07, 2024, 7:30 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Apr 09, 2024, 5:30 p.m. PDT – May 07, 2024, 7:30 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Discover the fun and creative possibilities of hand building with clay. Learn new skills and meet new people as you create and glaze four different clay projects, each with a focus on a different technique.
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Artist's Book
Sat, Apr 27
Ladysmith
Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Learn a variety of book-making skills and come home with a one-of-a kind artist's book.
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Rustic Side Table 2024
Sat, May 25
Ladysmith
May 25, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
May 25, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Learn to create your own rustic side table, and take it home the same day.
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2024 Annual General Meeting
Tue, Jun 04
Ladysmith
Jun 04, 2024, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 921 1st Ave, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A5, Canada
Jun 04, 2024, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 921 1st Ave, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A5, Canada
Join the Arts Council of Ladysmith and District for their 21th Annual General Meeting! Celebrate with us and have your say. Your vote matters.
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Mixed Media Sketchbook
Wed, Jun 05
Ladysmith
Jun 05, 2024, 12:30 p.m. PDT – Jun 19, 2024, 3:30 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Jun 05, 2024, 12:30 p.m. PDT – Jun 19, 2024, 3:30 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Experiment and explore in this three-week mixed media course!
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Introduction to Printmaking June
Sun, Jun 09
Ladysmith
Jun 09, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Jun 09, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Sample a variety of printmaking techniques including monotype, collagraph, drypoint and working with carborundum. This course is a prerequisite for those wishing to join our open studio printmakers.
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Multiple Dates
Girls Night Out
Fri, Jun 14
Eagles Hall
Jun 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Eagles Hall, 921 1st Ave, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A5, Canada
Jun 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Eagles Hall, 921 1st Ave, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A5, Canada
An interactive event of singing and dancing!
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Contemporary Still Life
Wed, Jul 10
Ladysmith
Jul 10, 2024, 10:00 a.m. PDT – Jul 11, 2024, 3:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Jul 10, 2024, 10:00 a.m. PDT – Jul 11, 2024, 3:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Learn to set up and depict a modern still life with contemporary flair.
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Myths and Legends Summer Day Camp
Mon, Jul 15
Ladysmith
Jul 15, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – Jul 18, 2024, 2:30 p.m.
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Jul 15, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – Jul 18, 2024, 2:30 p.m.
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Paint, sketch, sculpt, and work with mixed media to depict myths and legends from existing tales or from your child's own imagination.
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Paint a Tote
Sat, Jul 20
Ladysmith
Jul 20, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Jul 20, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Explore techniques and designs for fabric painting, and take home a vibrant tote of your own creation.
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Plein Air Painting
Wed, Aug 07
Ladysmith
Aug 07, 2024, 10:00 a.m. PDT – Aug 08, 2024, 4:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Aug 07, 2024, 10:00 a.m. PDT – Aug 08, 2024, 4:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Enjoy a beachside plein air painting workshop with internationally-renowned artist David Goatley.
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Portrait Painting
Sat, Aug 10
Ladysmith
Aug 10, 2024, 10:00 a.m. PDT – Aug 11, 2024, 3:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Aug 10, 2024, 10:00 a.m. PDT – Aug 11, 2024, 3:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Explore contemporary portrait painting and how to depict personality and emotion in your subjects.
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Kids' Musical Theatre Camp Oz
Mon, Aug 12
Ladysmith
Aug 12, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – Aug 16, 2024, 12:00 p.m.
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Aug 12, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – Aug 16, 2024, 12:00 p.m.
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Develop self-confidence and an appreciation for musical theatre in this supportive and fun performing arts camp led by industry professionals.
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Painting Water
Fri, Sep 06
Ladysmith
Sep 06, 2024, 9:30 a.m. PDT – Sep 08, 2024, 4:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Sep 06, 2024, 9:30 a.m. PDT – Sep 08, 2024, 4:00 p.m. PDT
Ladysmith, 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1V6, Canada
Learn how to depict water and its many moods in this three-day workshop with acclaimed artist Harold Allanson.
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