WORKSHOP: Intuitive Weaving | Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden
Intuitive Tapestry Weaving moves beyond the rigid patterns and structures of traditional weaving to explore the freedom of letting your instincts guide your creation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced weaver, this workshop encourages you to trust your intuition, while exploring a variety of techniques, textures and materials.
This is one of Dianne’s favourite workshops. There is always a joyful energy that is created as we play with all the colourful yarn and fibres and allow ourselves the freedom to explore weaving without restrictions. As we complete our weavings and reflect on the fun day we have had, we look around the classroom and see how each creative expression is unique and exciting.
Additional DetailsAges: 16+
Supplies: everything you will need will be provided, including a large selection of beautiful yarn, various fibres and a simple frame loom to use and take home.
Snacks: please bring a bag lunch and drinks.
Registration: registration is required through the library. Registration is due by end of day October 29, 2026.
Registration & Payment To Register: Email Diana at dkcweaver@gmail.com to register for this workshop. To Pay: the fee for this workshop is $120.00 per person, which includes all supplies and a simple frame loom. Following registration, the $120.00 fee must be paid in two installments: Prior to Workshop: $60 to be paid via e-transfer or cheque for non-refundable registration fee: E-transfer: dkcweaver@gmail.com (in notes please put ‘BML registration fee’) Cheque to:Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden90 Sophia St.Elora, ON. N0B 1S0 Day of Workshop: $60 in *Cash* Questions?If you need more information, please contact Dianne at:226 370 0248dkcweaver@gmail.com
Kids Can Sew: Cozy Sweater Socks
Kids Can Sew is Back!
This November, we’re getting creative and giving old sweaters a brand-new life! Kids will learn some basic hand-sewing skills while transforming an old sweater into their very own cozy pair of slipper socks.
All supplies are provided, so just bring your creativity and get ready to sew!
Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early!
Please note: Children will be using a real needle during this program. Ages 9+ are encouraged.
Paint Your Own Vibe: A Paint-by-Numbers Workshop
In this relaxed art workshop, tweens and teens will use a paint-by-numbers style template to create a unique piece of artwork. Choose from a selection of designs, experiment with your own colour palette, and make the finished painting your own.
No painting experience is needed. Free Program. All supplies are provided. Spaces are limited.
Ages: 10–17.
Registration required.
Cedar Salve Workshop with Roots & Raven
Join Roots & Raven for a hands-on workshop exploring the traditional and contemporary uses of cedar. Participants will learn about cedar and its significance, then create their own cedar salve to take home.
This welcoming, hands-on session offers an opportunity to connect with plant knowledge, learn about the process of making a natural salve, and spend time creating alongside others.
All materials are provided. No previous experience is required.
1000 Words: Photo Critique With Ben Mark Holzberg
Hello photographers! Submit your work to the Gallery at the L.E. Shore Library and have it reviewed by local photographer, Ben Mark Holzberg!
In this group workshop, Ben Mark will offer constructive feedback to help participants strengthen their skills, along with valuable insights and techniques gained from his more than 45 years of experience as a professional photographer. In addition to receiving feedback on your own work, you’ll also have the opportunity to observe critiques of other participants’ work, offering further insight for refining and strengthening your craft.
Other Details This is a FREE workshop. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Please be aware that we will not be taking photographs during this workshop. We recommend bringing materials for notetaking. Participants will submit digital images in advance for Ben Mark to provide feedback on (please do not bring physical photographs to the workshop). We hope to have time to provide feedback on everyone’s work during the workshop, but depending on numbers, we may not be able to get to each photograph. RegistrationIf you would like to submit photographs for Ben Mark to provide feedback on, registration is required by end of day November 9. Please use the link below to register and provide your photographs.
If you run into any technical issues, please email TheGallery@TheBlueMountains.ca
If you would like to attend to just observe the workshop, please feel welcome to join us! No registration required, drop ins welcome.
Toronto photographer Ben Mark Holzberg has created an incisive body of work, with a strong graphic sense prevailing in distinctive black & white and dazzling colour imagery.
His work is in collection of The National Gallery of Canada, Canada Council Art Bank, The National Photography Collection/Public Archives Canada and the Archives of the City of Toronto. Ben Mark has exhibited both in Canada and abroad, notably A Space (Toronto ON), Art Gallery of Hamilton (Hamilton CA), Hallwalls (Buffalo, NY), Gallery Idée (Toronto, ON), Galleria Foto/Video (Krakow PL), MacKenzie Gallery ( Peterborough ON), The Museum of Holography, New York NY, and has received assistance from both The Canada and Ontario Arts Councils. Perhaps best known for organizing the Rolling Landscape photo exhibit in Subway Car 5780, and for his masthead photos in NOW Magazine, his editorial work has been described by critic John Bentley Mays as “particularly inventive”.
Often to be found at his day job freelancing publicity and advertising art for the film & television industry, Holzberg is affiliated with Shooting Star Photo Agency Los Angeles and The Canvas Gallery Toronto.
He is pleased to share his experience with you at this workshop.
Inuit Culture: Storytelling & Artifacts
Join Inuit educator and cultural advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie for an evening of storytelling and cultural learning. Through stories and an artifact from Inuit culture, Muckpaloo will share knowledge, history, and perspectives in an engaging and personal presentation.
This session will be a 1.5-hour discovery event, exploring sealskin and its traditional and contemporary uses. Touch and feel sealskin, learn about kamiik (traditional Inuit footwear), and discover a little about Inuit culture, creativity, and traditions. This relaxed and interactive session is open to everyone and no previous knowledge is needed.
Please note: This session includes traditional and contemporary uses of sealskin as part of Inuit culture and knowledge. Participants will have an opportunity to learn about its cultural significance and relationship to Inuit traditions.
Registration required.