Tett Adult Arts Retreat
May 16–17, 2026 | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Discover. Create. Connect.
Join us for the Tett Centre’s first-ever Adult Arts Retreat — a two-day immersive creative experience designed for adults (18+) who want to explore new mediums, build skills, and connect with fellow artists in an inspiring, small-group setting.
Across two full days, you’ll move through studio spaces throughout the Tett, guided by experienced tenant artists and instructors. With only 12 participants, this retreat offers an intimate, hands-on experience filled with experimentation, skill-building, and playful creativity.
✨ What’s Included
- Six hands-on art workshops
- Expert instruction from Tett tenant artists
- All art materials & supplies
- Light refreshments
- Retreat swag
- Guided tour of the Tett Centre
- Small group setting (max 12 participants + waitlist)
🎨 Workshop Lineup
Saturday, May 16, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💍 Silver Wire Ring
Create a handcrafted sterling silver ring — rosette-style or set with a gemstone.
Instructor: Beverley McLaughlin (KLMC)
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
🖌 Acrylic on Vintage Canvas
Paint a contemporary artwork on vintage paper canvas, ready to hang at home.
Instructor: Sumera Khan (Creativity Studio Artist)
2:45 PM – 4:45 PM
🏺 Clay Foundations
Get your hands in clay and explore the fundamentals — glaze and firing included.
Instructor: Linda Fraser (KPG)
Sunday, May 17, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🧵 Modern Mini Weaving
Create a small woven textile piece — perfect for wall display or home décor.
Instructor: Em Harmsen (KHWS)
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
✨ Copper & Pearl Jewelry
Design and assemble elegant handcrafted copper and pearl earrings.
Instructor: Lilian Lloyd (KLMC)
2:45 PM – 4:45 PM
🌸 Watercolour Keepsakes
Paint delicate watercolour designs on personalized items — perfect for gifting or display.
Instructor: Pengyuan Wang (Creativity Studio Artist)
Registration Opens February 25, 2026