Art Camp
All day weeklong camps for young artists! Grow up creative as can be at WAG Art Camps. Make a collaborative work of art with talented camp artists and show it to parents in a mini exhibition on the last day of camp. Choose from 4 exciting theme weeks.
Around the World in Four Days (4 day camp for ages 6-10)
Your passport to adventure! Travel through time and space as you explore faraway lands and cultures. Fasten your seatbelts and prepare to journey ‘round the globe to discover a fascinating array of people, plants and creatures that are sure to inspire you!
Members $180 / Non-members $200
Tues-Fri 9am-4pm (8:30 drop off-5pm pickup)
Aug 6 - Aug 9
U3C-AW-C2
Instructor: To be announced
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Tues-Fri 9am-4pm (8:30 drop off-5pm pickup)
Jul 2 - Jul 5
U3C-AW-C1
Instructor: To be announced
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Cabinet of Curiosities (5 day camp for ages 6-10)
Are you a collector of strange and curious things? What items or objects sit on the dresser and shelves in your room? Explore the riches of the WAG collection. Discover the bizarre and often surprising stories behind different works of art. Then unleash your imagination to create an amazing collection of curiosities of your own!
Members $200 / Non-members $225
Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (8:30 drop off-5pm pickup)
Jul 29 - Aug 2
U3C-CC-C2
Instructor: To be announced
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Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (8:30 drop off-5pm pickup)
Jul 8 - Jul 12
U3C-CC-C1
Instructor: To be announced
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Myths and Legends (5 day camp for ages 6-10)
Mythical creatures! Heroes and Heroines! Epic battles! Lose yourself in the ancient legends and myths depicted by some of the great artists of our time. Become a grand storyteller. Develop your own spell-binding plot and create an unforgettable world of legendary characters and creatures veiled in mystery, magic and intrigue!
Members $200 / Non-members $225
Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Aug 12 - Aug 16
U3C-ML-C2
Instructor: To be announced
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Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Jul 15 - Jul 19
U3C-ML-C1
Instructor: To be announced
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Off the Wall (5 day camp for ages 11-13)
Do you dig things that are truly unique and out of the ordinary? Join us for a fun week of wild experimentation in the art studio. Learn about the work and techniques of master artists past and present. Explore intriguing themes and subjects. Experiment using new media and a variety of highly unconventional materials to create art that reflects you and your one-of-a-kind vision of the world! Creativity knows no bounds!
Members $200 / Non-members $225
Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Aug 19 - Aug 23
U3C-OW-C2
Instructor: To be announced
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Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Jul 22 - Jul 26
U3C-OW-C1
Instructor: To be announced
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Children & Teens
Children’s and teens’ classes are structured to accommodate the abilities of different age levels. These classes develop skills in various media, fostering creativity and imagination. Artist instructors are paired with classes based on their understanding of materials used and sensitivity to the ages of the children. The Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions consist of 10 classes each on Saturdays or weekdays in the early evening.
Advanced Animation (10-14 years)
Ages 10–14 • Prerequisite: Beginning Animation or equivalent experience • This course builds on the fundamentals of animation that were introduced in Beginning Animation. You will continue to develop characters and stories you began in previous courses and work on projects that refine and deepen your understanding of animation.
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Saturday 12-1:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-AA-S1
Instructor: Chris Angus
Beginning Animation (10-12 years)
Ages 10–12 • This course will provide you with a general understanding of the animation process and techniques. You will explore different traditional styles of animation such as drawing, cell animation, cut out, and claymation and develop your own stories, characters, and designs to complete basic animation projects on CD. This program is presented with the assistance of the Manitoba Society for Independent Animators (MSIA).
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Sat 2-3:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-A3-S1
Instructor: Chris Angus
Cartoon Art (10-14 years)
Ages 10–14 • Explore the idea of the cartoon and create you own using a variety of drawing materials and clay.
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Saturday 12:30-2pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-T3-S1
Instructor: Marianne Jonasson
Clayworks 2 (7-9 years)
Ages 7–9• You will work on a series of functional and sculptural projects using a variety of techniques to develop clay hand-building skills and exercise your imaginations. Students in Clayworks 3 are introduced to the potter’s wheel. Clay and related firing costs are included in the class fee.
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Sat 2-3:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-C2-S2
Instructor: Jessica Hodgson
Clayworks 3 (10-14 years)
Ages 10–14 • You will work on a series of functional and sculptural projects using a variety of techniques to develop clay hand-building skills and exercise your imaginations. Students in Clayworks 3 are introduced to the potter’s wheel. Clay and related firing costs are included in the class fee.
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Saturday 12-1:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-C3-S2
Instructor: Jessica Hodgson
Saturday 9:30-11am
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-C3-S1
Instructor: To be announced
Drawing 3 (10-12 years)
Ages 10–12 • You will be introduced to basic techniques and concepts involved in drawing. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your observation and imagination skills while exploring a variety of drawing materials and visiting exhibitions in the Gallery.
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Sat 2-3:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-D3-S1
Instructor: Lyndsay Ladobruk
Drawing 4 (13-17 years)
Ages 13-17 • You will be introduced to basic techniques and concepts involved in drawing. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your observation and imagination skills while exploring a variety of drawing materials and visiting exhibitions in the Gallery.
Members $155 / Non-members $180
Saturday 2-4pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-D4-S1
Instructor: Megan Krause
Drawing and Painting 1 (5-6 years)
Ages 5-6 • You will be introduced to basic techniques and concepts involved in drawing. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your observation and imagination skills while exploring a variety of drawing materials and visiting exhibitions in the Gallery.
Members $99 / Non-members $115
Saturday 12-1pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-D1-S2
Instructor: Lyndsay Ladobruk
Drawing and Painting 2 (7-9 years)
Ages 7-9• You will be introduced to basic techniques and fundamental concepts that artists use to create great drawings and paintings. You will have the opportunity to develop observational skills and expand your imagination while working in black and white and colour. Some of the ideas explored may develop as a result of viewing Gallery exhibitions.
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Saturday 12-1:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-D2 S2
Instructor: Allison Moore
Saturday 12-1:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-D2-S1
Instructor: Valerie Dewson
Mixed Media 1 (5-6 years)
Ages 5-6• You will work with a variety of materials which can include drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, or printmaking. Projects may be layered, mixed, and occasionally take more than one class to complete. Instructors teach an understanding of many materials, unusual ideas, and great creativity.
Members $99 / Non-members $115
Saturday 12:3-1:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-M1-S1
Instructor: Rose Montgomery-Whicher
Saturday 2:30-3:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-M1-S2
Instructor: Marianne Jonasson
Mixed Media 2 (7-9 years)
Ages 7-9• You will work with a variety of materials which can include drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, or printmaking. Projects may be layered, mixed, and occasionally take more than one class to complete. Instructors teach an understanding of many materials, unusual ideas, and great creativity.
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Saturday 2:30-4pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-M2-S2
Instructor: Susanna Portnoy
Saturday 12:30-2pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-M2-S1
Instructor: Susanna Portnoy
Tuesday 6-7:30pm
Sep 24 - Nov 26
F3C-M2-T2
Instructor: Valerie Dewson
Mixed Media 3 (10-12 years)
Ages 10-12 • You will work with a variety of materials which can include drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, or printmaking. Projects may be layered, mixed, and occasionally take more than one class to complete. Instructors teach an understanding of many materials, unusual ideas, and great creativity.
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Saturday 2-3:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-M3-S1
Instructor: Rose Montgomery-Whicher
Mixed Media 4 (13-17 years)
Ages 13–17 • You will work with a variety of materials which can include drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, or printmaking. Projects may be layered, mixed, and occasionally take more than one class to complete. Instructors teach an understanding of many materials, unusual ideas, and great creativity.
Members $155 / Non-members $180
Thursday 7-9pm
Sep 26 - Dec 5
F3C-M4-H1
Instructor: Nancy Litchfield-Hutchison
Painting 3 (10-12 years)
Ages 10–12 • Explore the exciting world of colour, using a variety of painting materials. Projects focus on getting the most out of colour choices, while enhancing creativity and perception, by using both traditional and innovative techniques.
Members $130 / Non-members $155
Saturday 2-3:30pm
Sep 28 - Dec 7
F3C-P3-S2
Instructor: Valerie Dewson
Painting 4 (13-17 years)
Ages 13–17 • Explore the exciting world of colour using a variety of painting media. Projects focus on getting the most out of colour choices, while enhancing creativity and perception, by using both traditional and innovative techniques.
Members $155 / Non-members $180
Wednesday 7-9pm
Sep 25 - Nov 27
F3C-P4-W2
Instructor: Valerie Dewson
Summer Studio (ages 13-17)
This workshop runs for five afternoons (Mon-Fri 12-4pm) You’ll immerse yourself in creative activities for a full week in a stimulating environment using a variety of drawing and painting media as well as working on a 3D project. The weeklong format will allow for projects to develop over more than one class. All supplies are included.
Members $155 / Non-members $180
Mon-Fri 12 noon-4pm
Aug 12 - Aug 16
UC3-SS-M1
Instructor: Valerie Dewson
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Gallery Hours
Tuesday through Sunday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Closed Mondays
Open on the following holidays:
- Victoria Day
- Canada Day
- August Civic Holiday
- Remembrance Day (open 1-5pm)
- Christmas Eve
- Boxing Day
- New Year's Day
- Louis Riel Day
Closed on the following holidays:
- Easter Monday
- Labour Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day