Spotlight Series
West My Friend
Friday, February 27th
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Doors 6:30, Show 7pm
Mingling grassroots guitar, accordion, mandolin, orchestral instruments, and interweaving harmonies, In Constellation (produced by Joby Baker, co-produced and arranged by Adrian Dolan) features longtime members conceiving a new box, then thinking outside of it. Punctuated by musings on anxiety and belonging, song structures vary and dynamics change from moment to moment, painting powerful lyrical portraits over backgrounds of violins and trumpets that swell, collapse, and tumble between bold harmonies.
Members: $13 in advance, $20 at door
Non-Members: $18 in advance, $25 at door
Wednesday, February 25th at Midnight.
Explore & Create Workshops
Children & Youth (Ages 8-12)
*Any experience level welcome*
Playful, creative opportunities to explore a variety of artistic expressions. Explore papermaking, weaving, felting, woodworking, multi media, sculpture, animation, music & much more…
This session is FULL with a waitlist, keep your eyes open for registration (through SLCC) for the next session to be added by popular demand.
Wednesdays – January 14 to February 18
3:30pm – 5:30pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC)
6 classes for $90 | Sign up with code: 109152
To register please visit:
www.reccowichan.ca
or Phone (250) 743-1433
Youth (Ages 13-16)
*Any experience level welcome*
An inspirational journey into learning new skills to craft something unique and self-expressive. Explore papermaking, wet felting, woodworking, multi media, sculpture & much more…
Sunday, February 22, 2026
1:30 – 4:00pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC)
1 class for $20 | Sign up with code: 109153
Sunday, April 26, 2026
1:30pm – 4:00pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC)
1 class for $20 | Sign up with code: 109154
To register please visit:
www.reccowichan.ca
or Phone (250) 743-1433
Sampler Workshops
Fabric Painting
with Pipi Tustian
Saturday, February 28th – 10am to 2pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
In this workshop you will learn the ins and outs of fabric preparation, mixing paint and mediums to achieve washable one of a kind fabric panels that can be used as a runner or sewn onto a jacket. Pipi will walk you through her signature floral painting technique, giving much room for experimentation and self expression.
Some supplies provided, participants are also welcome to bring/share materials!
Creating, painting, and textiles have been apart of Pipi’s life since birth. Teaching her trade one way or another for over 30 years.
This workshop is now full.
Spring Eco Prints on Paper
& Slip Knot Binding
with Nora Ready
Saturday, April 25th – 10am to 2pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Participants will forage spring foliage to use in processing prints on paper using a steam and/or immersion method of botanical print making. We will assemble simple, slip knot bound booklets with prepared papers.
Some supplies provided, participants are also welcome to bring/share materials!
Nora is an experienced art facilitator and active fibre artist with membership in the Vancouver Island Surface Design Association and the Canadian Fibre Arts Network.
Recognition & Recollection
An Intersection of Art and Health
Recognition and Recollection aims to amplify the impact of art on mental health. Artists know how important creating and experiencing creativity is for well-being. This initiative magnifies the significance arts and culture have on our mental health and the human experience. Artists are invited to submit work that explore the following themes: · Mental Health Challenge · Memory, Consciousness & the Self · Alzheimer’s & Cognitive Decline · Art as Health Advocacy · Mental Health & Complex Social Issues · States of Being (ie; joy, sadness, reflection…etc)
This show is a collaboration between the Five Arts Guilds of Cowichan Valley Regional District; CSAG (Mill Bay, Cobble Hill and Shawnigan Lake, CVAC (Cowichan Valley Arts Council), Arts at Cowichan Lake, Arts Council of Ladysmith, and Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts and the CVRD Arts and Culture. The show will be held January 8th to February 28th , 2026 in the lobby of the Cowichan Arts Centre Theatre.
CREATORS CIRCLE
Formerly Makers Circle and Fearless Friday Painters.
Note: Creators Circle meetings have moved back to Thursdays.
A space for makers, painters, & ‘artists at heart’ to gather & work on their projects in the company of other creatives. Great opportunity for shared conversation & inspiration! Runs September through May. First session free to drop in and see if you would like to join us! Free to members!
Whimsy Turns One!
In celebration of World Storytelling Day and the Spring Equinox, enjoy these videos of Whimsy’s story throughout her first year.
Whimsy has received many warm birthday wishes:
“Happy Birthday Whimsy!! You have been a wonderful addition to our community, bringing artsy projects to young and older!!! Thank you for all you are doing for our community!! My apologies for sending regrets to your birthday invitation but I am playing joyfully on the shores of Loreto, Baja, Mexico.”
– Marian Davies
“Whimsy emerges from her cocoon last year, March 20th, 2024”
Pablo Picasso once said, “Every child is an artist; the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.”
The grown ups of Cowichan South Arts Guild help children and youth of all ages in the community harness their creativity through their Inspire Youth Arts program. Studies show that the arts promote creativity and encourage neural connections while developing self expression and building healthy self esteem and relationships. CSAG president Jennie Stevens, who is also the coordinator of their IYA program, said the guild created the IYA arts tent as a way to provide art activities and keep youngsters engaged, and entertained at community events such as Cobble Hill’s Music in the Park series.
“It has since been very successful,” said Stevens.. “We have anywhere from 60 to 80 kids that come through that art tent every Thursday night in the summer. We set up open-ended activities for both kids and their families who come out, and we provide all the materials for free through the arts guild. Whatever they create, they get to take home with them.”
“Opportunities to engage in the arts helps us to find & express the truth of who we really are.”
Our Sponsors
Cowichan South Arts Guild acknowledges that we gather together to live, learn & create on the traditional lands of the Coast Salish peoples. We give thanks, and recognize with appreciation, the cultures that have come before us.
Explore & Create Workshops
Children & Youth (Ages 8-12)
*Any experience level welcome*
Playful, creative opportunities to explore a variety of artistic expressions. Explore papermaking, weaving, felting, woodworking, multi media, sculpture, animation, music & much more…
This session is FULL with a waitlist, keep your eyes open for registration (through SLCC) for the next session to be added by popular demand.
Wednesdays – January 14 to February 18
3:30pm – 5:30pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC)
6 classes for $90 | Sign up with code: 109152
To register please visit:
www.reccowichan.ca
or Phone (250) 743-1433
Youth (Ages 13-16)
*Any experience level welcome*
An inspirational journey into learning new skills to craft something unique and self-expressive. Explore papermaking, wet felting, woodworking, multi media, sculpture & much more…
Sunday, February 22, 2026
1:30 – 4:00pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC)
1 class for $20 | Sign up with code: 109153
Sunday, April 26, 2026
1:30pm – 4:00pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC)
1 class for $20 | Sign up with code: 109154
To register please visit:
www.reccowichan.ca
or Phone (250) 743-1433
Sampler Workshops
Fabric Painting
with Pipi Tustian
Saturday, February 28th – 10am to 2pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
In this workshop you will learn the ins and outs of fabric preparation, mixing paint and mediums to achieve washable one of a kind fabric panels that can be used as a runner or sewn onto a jacket. Pipi will walk you through her signature floral painting technique, giving much room for experimentation and self expression.
Some supplies provided, participants are also welcome to bring/share materials!
Creating, painting, and textiles have been apart of Pipi’s life since birth. Teaching her trade one way or another for over 30 years.
This workshop is now full.
Spring Eco Prints on Paper
& Slip Knot Binding
with Nora Ready
Saturday, April 25th – 10am to 2pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Participants will forage spring foliage to use in processing prints on paper using a steam and/or immersion method of botanical print making. We will assemble simple, slip knot bound booklets with prepared papers.
Some supplies provided, participants are also welcome to bring/share materials!
Nora is an experienced art facilitator and active fibre artist with membership in the Vancouver Island Surface Design Association and the Canadian Fibre Arts Network.
Members: $18 / Non-Members: $28
Recognition & Recollection
Recognition and Recollection aims to amplify the impact of art on mental health. Artists know how important creating and experiencing creativity is for well-being. This initiative magnifies the significance arts and culture have on our mental health and the human experience. Artists are invited to submit work that explore the following themes: · Mental Health Challenge · Memory, Consciousness & the Self · Alzheimer’s & Cognitive Decline · Art as Health Advocacy · Mental Health & Complex Social Issues · States of Being (ie; joy, sadness, reflection…etc)
This show is a collaboration between the Five Arts Guilds of Cowichan Valley Regional District; CSAG (Mill Bay, Cobble Hill and Shawnigan Lake, CVAC (Cowichan Valley Arts Council), Arts at Cowichan Lake, Arts Council of Ladysmith, and Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts and the CVRD Arts and Culture. The show will be held January 8th to February 28th , 2026 in the lobby of the Cowichan Arts Centre Theatre.
Creators Circle
Formerly Makers Circle and Fearless Friday Painters.
Note: Creators Circle meetings have moved back to Thursdays.
A space for makers, painters, & ‘artists at heart’ to gather & work on their projects in the company of other creatives. Great opportunity for shared conversation & inspiration! Runs September through May. First session free to drop in and see if you would like to join us! Free to members!
Whimsy Turns One!
In celebration of World Storytelling Day and the Spring Equinox, enjoy these videos of Whimsy’s story throughout her first year.
Whimsy has received many warm birthday wishes:
“Happy Birthday Whimsy!! You have been a wonderful addition to our community, bringing artsy projects to young and older!!! Thank you for all you are doing for our community!! My apologies for sending regrets to your birthday invitation but I am playing joyfully on the shores of Loreto, Baja, Mexico.”
– Marian Davies
“Whimsy emerges from her cocoon last year, March 20th, 2024”
BOOK CLUB SELECTIONS
Pablo Picasso once said, “Every child is an artist; the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.”
The grown ups of Cowichan South Arts Guild help children and youth of all ages in the community harness their creativity through their Inspire Youth Arts program. Studies show that the arts promote creativity and encourage neural connections while developing self expression and building healthy self esteem and relationships. CSAG president Jennie Stevens, who is also the coordinator of their IYA program, said the guild created the IYA arts tent as a way to provide art activities and keep youngsters engaged, and entertained at community events such as Cobble Hill’s Music in the Park series.
“It has since been very successful,” said Stevens.. “We have anywhere from 60 to 80 kids that come through that art tent every Thursday night in the summer. We set up open-ended activities for both kids and their families who come out, and we provide all the materials for free through the arts guild. Whatever they create, they get to take home with them.”
Spotlight Series
Explore & Create Workshops
Children & Youth (Ages 8-12)
*Any experience level welcome*
Playful, creative opportunities to explore a variety of artistic expressions.
Explore papermaking, weaving, felting, woodworking, multi media, sculpture, animation, music & much more…
This session is FULL with a waitlist, keep your eyes open for registration (through SLCC)
for the next session to be added by popular demand.
3:30pm – 5:30pm
6 classes for $90 | Sign up with code: 109152
To register please visit:
www.reccowichan.ca
or Phone (250) 743-1433
Youth (Ages 13-16)
*Any experience level welcome*
An inspirational journey into learning new skills to craft something unique and self-expressive. Explore papermaking, wet felting, woodworking, multi media, sculpture & much more…
1:30 – 4:00pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC)
1 class for $20 | Sign up with code: 109153
Sunday, April 26, 2026
1:30pm – 4:00pm
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC)
1 class for $20 | Sign up with code: 109154
To register please visit:
www.reccowichan.ca
or Phone:
(250) 743-1433
Sampler Workshops
Recognition & Recollection
Recognition and Recollection aims to amplify the impact of art on mental health. Artists know how important creating and experiencing creativity is for well-being. This initiative magnifies the significance arts and culture have on our mental health and the human experience. Artists are invited to submit work that explore the following themes: · Mental Health Challenge · Memory, Consciousness & the Self · Alzheimer’s & Cognitive Decline · Art as Health Advocacy · Mental Health & Complex Social Issues · States of Being (ie; joy, sadness, reflection…etc)
This show is a collaboration between the Five Arts Guilds of Cowichan Valley Regional District; CSAG (Mill Bay, Cobble Hill and Shawnigan Lake, CVAC (Cowichan Valley Arts Council), Arts at Cowichan Lake, Arts Council of Ladysmith, and Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts and the CVRD Arts and Culture. The show will be held January 8th to February 28th , 2026 in the lobby of the Cowichan Arts Centre Theatre.
Whimsy Turns One!
In celebration of World Storytelling Day and the Spring Equinox, enjoy these videos of Whimsy’s story throughout her first year.
Whimsy has received many warm birthday wishes:
“Happy Birthday Whimsy!! You have been a wonderful addition to our community, bringing artsy projects to young and older!!! Thank you for all you are doing for our community!! My apologies for sending regrets to your birthday invitation but I am playing joyfully on the shores of Loreto, Baja, Mexico.”
– Marian Davies
“Whimsy emerges from her cocoon last year, March 20th, 2024”
BOOK CLUB SELECTIONS
Pablo Picasso once said, “Every child is an artist; the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.”
The grown ups of Cowichan South Arts Guild help children and youth of all ages in the community harness their creativity through their Inspire Youth Arts program. Studies show that the arts promote creativity and encourage neural connections while developing self expression and building healthy self esteem and relationships. CSAG president Jennie Stevens, who is also the coordinator of their IYA program, said the guild created the IYA arts tent as a way to provide art activities and keep youngsters engaged, and entertained at community events such as Cobble Hill’s Music in the Park series.
“It has since been very successful,” said Stevens.. “We have anywhere from 60 to 80 kids that come through that art tent every Thursday night in the summer. We set up open-ended activities for both kids and their families who come out, and we provide all the materials for free through the arts guild. Whatever they create, they get to take home with them.”
“Opportunities to engage in the arts helps us to find & express the truth of who we really are.”
Our Sponsors
Cowichan South Arts Guild acknowledges that we gather together to live, learn & create on the traditional lands of the Coast Salish peoples. We give thanks, and recognize with appreciation, the cultures that have come before us.
