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.

Sunday, 24 May 2015

Headwaters Art Society is proud to announce that 
Kristine Soellner and Elizabeth Stuart 
will be featured artists at Pynelogs Cultural Center
from 11:00am to 5:00pm daily
May 26th to June 7th, 2015.
Artist reception is 5pm to 9pm, Friday, May 29th.

    Wilmer Alley Way - Kristine Soellner              Painting by Kristine Soellner


                                            Pottery by Elizabeth Stuart

                     
                                               Lake Enid by Krisitne Soellner


 
                                             Paintings by Elizabeth Stuart

                                                             Painting by Elizabeth Stuart

Wednesday, 1 April 2015

 SAVE THE DATE
June 20th & 21st, 2015
Glass Mandala Workshop

Headwaters Art Society is proud to present 
Darlene Madden's Glass Mandala Workshop
at the Discovery Center in Canal Flats.
Come and create with us!
10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, June 20th
and
10:00 am to 2:00pm on Sunday, June 21st..

Cost to members is $140.00
Non-members $150.00

Cost is all inclusive of instruction and materials.
Mandalas will be 12" in diameter.
Participants should bring a packed lunch.
Coffee and tea is provided.
Registration and payment are due by June 1st, 2015
Call Leslie Cartwright (250) 349 - 5305
or email Leslie @ cartwrightleslie@gmail.com

By the way......
membership is only $25.00 for the year.
That entitles you to 10% discounts on art supplies at Cranbrook Photo!

Friday, 14 November 2014


HEADWATERS  ART  SOCIETY
Presents
A WINTER ART SHOW AND SALE

Saturday, November 29th, 2014
10:00am to 3:00pm
Canal Flats Civic Center
8911 Dunn Street, Canal Flats




Refreshments and Treats
Metal work, Alcohol inks, Acrylics, Oil and Watercolour paintings.
Calendars, Cards and more.
Find that perfect Christmas gift!

Call Leslie Cartwright for more info
(250) 349 5305

Sunday, 26 October 2014





'How To Develop A Blogspot'
with Leslie Cartwright
at
Headwaters Art Room
Discovery Center, 8866 Grainger Road
Canal Flats

       We will be setting up a blogspot for a few members. Everyone is welcome to come and watch, take notes and ask questions. We will begin the session at 2:00pm on Sunday, November 2nd, 2014.
HAPPY  CREATING!

Wednesday, 10 September 2014

 GLASS MANDALA
WORKSHOP


Stained glass, tempered glass, glass tiles and embellishments!




















Limited seats available for a two day mixed media glass workshop.
Darlene Madden will be instructing at the 
Headwaters Art Space in Canal Flats
at the Discovery Center on October 4th and 5th, 2014.
Cost is $160.00 for non-members and $150.00 for members.
All materials are included to create your very own 14" Mandala,
just pack a lunch and join us 
from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, October 4th
and from 10am to 3pm on Sunday, October 5th.

Please call Leslie Cartwright to register. 
Only 4 spots left!

check out Darlene's work on her facebook page at

Monday, 1 September 2014

 THANK YOU
to all of our artists and patrons who helped to make 
our Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance show a 
big success.


Our venue, the Fairmont Lion's Den, was a beautiful spot
to display the works of our many gifted artists.



Watch our blogspot for upcoming events like airbrush 
demonstration and a new glass workshop.
CHEERS!

Thursday, 24 July 2014

Columbia Basin Culture Tour
August 9th and 10th, 2014
look for the 
HEADWATERS ART SOCIETY
at the Lion's Den
5003 Hot Springs Road
Fairmont, B.C.
10:00 am to 5:00pm each day




Monday, 16 June 2014

MIXED MEDIA WORKSHOP
A BIG SUCCESS!

The mixed media class gathered for a class photo above.

Participants, Colleen Maletta (left) and Pat Royce (right) hold their completed creations




Instructor Darlene Madden is pictured to the left with some of her beautiful polymer clay and tempered glass creations. 



Headwaters Art Society hosted a two day workshop on June 14th and 15th at Discovery Center in Canal Flats.


















 13 people participated in the creative process.
Daneve McAffer and Kristine Soellner hold their creations.