Saturday, 20 June 2020


Elizabeth Stuart
is at 
Pynelogs Cultural Center
June 23rd to July 18th, 2020

Headwater's Art member, Elizabeth Stuart, is part of a joint featured artist show at Pynelogs Cultural Center in Invermere, B.C. this summer. Stop by the gallery to view her works of art and pottery during the business hours of 11:00am to 4:00pm, Wednesday through Saturday. 

 "Pristine"

 "Quiet Reflection"

"Whisper"

Congratulations and best of luck Elizabeth!

Sunday, 7 May 2017

Our Adventure In Acrylic Abstract
with Paula Cravens


On April 29th and 30th, the Headwaters Art Society hosted a painting workshop
at the beautiful Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.
Paula Cravens, pictured above, instructed 11 students over the course of two days.
Much fun was had by all and there were many unique and wonderful creations by 
the end of the weekend. Thank you Paula!

We would also like to thank Columbia Basin Trust, Area F, and 
the Village of Canal Flats for their continued support in arts and culture.






Sunday, 2 April 2017





ADVENTURES IN ACRYLIC ABSTRACT
Only 3 spots left!
April 29th and 30th
Join us for a 2 day, all inclusive workshop at the beautiful Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Lodge.
Paula Cravens will demonstrate and lead artists through different techniques as we experiment with acrylics, gelli prints, collage and more.

For more information and to register please call Leslie Cartwright at 
(250) 349 - 5305 or email
cartwrightleslie@gmail.com.

Tuesday, 21 February 2017

Adventure in Abstract Acrylics
with Paula Cravens

Join the Headwater's Art Society and our guest instructor, Paula Cravens, for a weekend of fun and creativity.

Two full days workshop at 
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
April 29th and 30th, 2017
9:00am to 4:00pm each day

Paula will guide us through some points on colour theory, composition and focal points. The class will learn how to prepare watercolour paper as a substrate, and techniques such as gelli printing and making stamps. 
Paula will demonstrate tape transfers and mounting papers to board and canvas. There will be plenty of time for painting and experimenting.

All materials are supplied and the cost of the workshop includes, 12 hours of instruction, lunch, coffe/tea service, as well as a wine and cheese reception on Friday, April 28th, 2017 
from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the Fairmont Lodge. (Public is welcome)

To register, please contact Leslie Cartwright @ cartwrightleslie@gmail.com or (250) 349 5305
Full payment of $180.00 is required at time of registration.
Hurry! There are only twelve spots available!




Monday, 16 May 2016


Acrylic Workshop - Saturday, May 14th, 2016
Bright red poppies were painted by beginners to intermediate on Saturday, May 14th in the Headwaters Art Room, Canal Flats Discovery Center. The class was instructed by local artist, Leslie Cartwright. Participants learned some basic skills as well as some more complicated blending techniques. Each creation was beautiful and unique. 
 We would like to thank the Columbia Basin Trust for the funds that enabled us to provide this workshop and encourage and promote the joy of art in our community. 
Participants came from Cranbrook, Fairmont and Canal Flats.






We thank you all for joining us and hope that you will continue to grow and develop as the wonderful artists that you are.