Workshops & Education in West Vancouver

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Many artists, and creative professionals offer workshops for the public to gain knowledge, and skill in a variety of areas. Some of us find immersing ourselves in arts and culture inspires us to participate and create works of our own and through the engaged teaching process we can begin to master new skills and experiences that will enable our own creative growth. It has been said that it takes 10,000 hours to become an expert in any skill. That breaks down to 4 hours a day, 5 days a week for over eight years. Needless to say, learning something on your own to the point of mastery just isn’t realistic for most of us. The perfect alternative is to spend a concentrated amount of time with someone who is already a master! Develop new skills quickly under the guidance of professional artists and masters of craft. Browse our list of upcoming and ongoing workshops.

Situated just across the bridge from downtown Vancouver, West Vancouver is part of the Metro Vancouver region. The city is known for its high cost of living and great access to nature. Among the best things to do in West Vancouver is visiting the Art Museum, located in the historic Gertrude Lawson House. Built by Gertrude Lawson in 1940, the museum features diverse forms of contemporary and historical art. Another important venue is the Silk Purse Arts Centre, which is home to the Community Arts Council (WVCAC) and the Silk Purse Art Studio. The arts council features exhibits and hosts cultural events, while the art studio is the location for children’s art programs.While access to the outdoors may be the main highlight of West Vancouver for many, the city’s vibrant cultural scene has a lot to explore!