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This two-hour, hands-on workshop invites participants to discover the artistic potential of tree bark – a material rich with history, texture, and expressive possibility. Led by Metro Vancouver artist Janna Kumi, whose practice bridges forestry expertise and contemporary drawing and collage, the session introduces participants to sustainable bark sourcing, simple preparation techniques, and creative approaches to bark-based collage. Participants will create a small, finished artwork using bark fragments, paper, and mixed media.

https://northvanarts.ca/education/date-night-bark-as-art/

Key Features
– Engaging introduction to bark as an art material
– Demonstrations of preparation, cutting, layering, and composition
– Organic collage with bark exploring geometric abstraction
– Supportive, guided studio time suitable for all skill levels

Who should attend
– Nature lovers
– Anyone interested in tactile, sustainable art-making

What you need to bring
– All materials will be provided

Since launching in 2022, our monthly CityScape Date Night series has become a familiar part of the arts and cultural scene in Lower Lonsdale. Held inside an active gallery, these evenings are about discovering something new, new connections, new creative habits, and fresh ways of seeing the world around you.

Each month we invite a different local artist ,both emerging and professional to bring their own artistic stories, techniques, and inspirations.

We explore a range of mediums: From Textiles to Sculpture, Watercolour to Digital Art, Creative Writing to Drag Life Drawing, Kintsugi to Recipe Zines.

Many of our workshops use eco-friendly, low-cost, and accessible materials, making it easy to continue the practice at home if you fall in love with it. From paper mâché sculptures to Gelli printing to plant-based weaving, you will try creative techniques that are sustainable, affordable, and hands-on.

Whether you’re here to explore a new creative practice, start a hobby, meet others, or enjoy an evening out, each Date Night brings a fresh artistic experience with a different artist every month.