Workshops, art & Classes
Have fun and get inspired by participating in hands-on studio activities and explorations at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre. Local practicing artists and art educators bring their wealth of talent and experience to lead our classes.
cALL FOR SUBMISSIONS - PET GALLERY
Hosted by RVAC
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS – PET GALLERY
Calling all animal lovers! Kids are welcome to submit a drawing of their beloved pet or another animal-inspired design to help decorate the barricades outside of the Visual Arts Centre. You may want to draw your dog, their favourtie chew toy, or anything that you associate with your fluffy friends. We will paint the chosen designs to show off the cute pets of Revelstoke!
- Submissions Due Saturday, July 4
- Ages 2 – 16
- Free to submit! Unlimited entries accepted.
- Email submission to info@revelsokeartgallery.ca or drop them off in person!
JOIN US AT PRIDE!
Join the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre at the Pride Village! We’ll be hosting a free, drop-in craft booth where everyone is welcome to relax, get creative, and connect with community. Whether you’re looking to make something, meet new people, or simply spend some time in a supportive environment, we’d love to see you there.
- Free
- Sunday, June 28
- 10am – 4pm
- Pride Village, Kovach Park
DROP IN ART NIGHT | FREE
Hosted by Lucie
Drop in Art nights are back! These relaxed evenings are open to everyone so bring your art supplies, a drink, a snack, and come get creative! These evenings are a fantastic way to make time for your art and meet other creatives.
- 6pm – 8pm
- Wednesday June 24 , July 22, July 29, August 19, August 26, 2026
- The RVAC Kitchen Studio, 320 Wilson st
- Entrance is via the undercover area on the left hand side of the building
- All welcome, no bookings required
- BYO Supplies
- All Ages – Everyone Welcome
Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
Hosted by Emma Beck
Come spend a free evening surrounded by poetry, creativity, and community! Whether you’d like to read your own work, share a favorite poem, or just sit back and enjoy, everyone is invited. Bring a warm drink, settle into the cozy gallery space, and let yourself be inspired. This is a relaxed, judgment-free event where all voices are welcome—especially beginners!
- Thursday, June 25th
- 6:30pm – 8:00pm
- June’s Theme: Circle
- RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
- All forms of poetry welcome
- Open to all ages, Everyone is Welcome
- No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minuets of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.
SUMMER KIDS CAMPS
Hosted by RVAC
Bookings are now open! These engaging sessions prioritize creativity and exploration through play. While each camp includes educational elements, our main goal is to inspire a passion for creativity through fun hands-on activities.
Each camp will be filled with a range of different activities, so your child can take all of our camps year after year and still be met with new and exciting projects.
- 8:30am – 12:30pm (mornings only)
- All materials provided
- Lunch not included
- Please pack a lunch, hat, jacket, and water bottle
- RVAC Side entrance, 320 Wilson st.
Teeny Art Swap
A free community wide project for all
The Teeny Art Gallery is live, ever-changing, and waiting for you! This miniature gallery operates on the “take a piece, leave a piece” model. Create something tiny, place it in the gallery, and take home a new tiny masterpiece!
Revelstoke’s smallest art gallery is nestled on the left side of the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre at 320 Wilson St. Spot the little white box in the undercover section—it’s here year-round, snow or shine!
Absolutely everyone is welcome to participate—no need to be a member, a seasoned creative, or a certain age. Join us and share the teeny love!
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Treat your loved ones (or yourself) with an RVAC e-gift card! Instantly emailed to you, these gift cards can be spent on workshops, pottery memberships, wood shop months, or even goodies from the gift shop. It’s the ultimate creative gift that fits everyone! Call, visit the centre, or click the button below to grab your e-gift card today and give the gift of creativity.
Artwork by Brett Mallon
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Artwork by Marie Moose
Not able to make your class?
Here's a transparent look at our refund policy
- Notice given more than 14 day before class – Full refund minus 10% admin fee
- Notice given 8 – 13 days before class – 50% refund
- Notice given 7 days of less – No refund
- Extenuating circumstances will be considered on a case by case basis, please email our team if this applies to you: info@revelstokeartgallery.ca
As a small charitable non-profit with a very lean team, our programs are planned and staffed well in advance. Instructor fees, materials, and administrative costs are committed prior to each program running, and registration numbers directly impact our ability to deliver high-quality arts experiences to the community.
Our refund rates reflect standard practices across many arts organizations and are designed to balance fairness to participants with the financial sustainability of our centre. Thank you for your understanding and for supporting accessible arts programming in our community.
Art Instructors Wanted
The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre is looking for instructors!
- If you have some art skills and experience & would like to share it with the community, please contact us at info@revelstokeartgallery.ca
- Currently looking for Kids, Teens and Adult art programming
- We always want all of our instructors to feel safe and supported. Please include any concerns or requests in your emailed application.
- All kid and teen instructors must have proof of a current police check