Learn to create beautiful, delicate, raised images from paper strips. You’ll use a few basic tools to wind the paper strips into coils to create a flower note card.
Supplies will be provided.
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Monday May 13, 2024 at 6:30pm
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Monday May 13, 2024 at 7:45pm
60 minutesCome draw, paint or sketch using different art mediums. You are free to work on your own projects or create a new one. Note that this is not an art lesson but rather an opportunity to try out different art material while meeting other teens who enjoy art. Books and videos will be available to provide ideas and inspiration. You can register for 1, 2 or all 4 sessions For ages 13-17.
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Venez dessiner ou peindre en utilisant différents médiums artistiques. Vous êtes libre de travailler sur vos propres projets ou d'en créer un nouveau. Ce n'est pas une leçon d'art, mais plutôt une occasion de tester différents matériels artistiques en rencontrant d'autres adolescents qui apprécient l'art. Des livres et des vidéos seront disponibles pour fournir des idées et de l'inspiration. Vous pouvez vous inscrire à 1, 2 ou aux 4 sessions. Pour les 13 à 17 ans.
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Tuesday May 14, 2024 at 6:30pm
90 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Adults are welcome to join us for a cozy paint night. Follow our step-by-step instructions and create a work of art that you can be proud of. The art work will measure 12.5"x9.2" in size and all supplies will be provided. Come in and have fun! Painting is beginner friendly.
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Saturday May 18, 2024 at 3:00pm
60 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Celebrate sunny days ahead by hanging a kaleidoscope of natural materials in your window. Join us at the Beaverbrook Branch for a beautiful craft, calm atmosphere, and good conversation.
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Saturday May 25, 2024 at 2:00pm
60 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Create your own magnets and bookmarks using bottle caps and images from paper, photographs, and fabric.
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Monday May 27, 2024 at 6:30pm
60 minutesCalling all quiz masters! Test your knowledge with live general trivia at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library!
Come for the fun, leave with the bragging rights!
Register a team of two to five people, come and enjoy!
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Monday Jun 03, 2024 at 6:30pm
90 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Pointillism is a technique of painting in which small, distinct dots of color are applied in patterns to form an image.
Join us in making a simple pointillism picture. Templates will be provided, but you are welcome to try your hand at making your own.
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Tuesday Jun 04, 2024 at 6:30am
90 minutesRegistration opens on Monday, May 13, 2024 - 10:00am
Learn to create beautiful, delicate, raised images from paper strips. You’ll use a few basic tools to wind the paper strips into coils to create a flower note card.
Supplies will be provided.
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Thursday Jun 06, 2024 at 2:00pm
120 minutesLearn, in simple terms, how your camera works to enable you to take better photos. The lecture will cover tips on composition, depth of field, lighting, people pictures and how to avoid common pitfalls. Learn how to get off the automatic setting on your camera and take control!
Presented by Lynda Buske from the Ottawa PC Users' Group and the Orleans Photo Club
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Friday Jun 14, 2024 at 2:30pm
90 minutesJoin us on Friday afternoons to explore the art of drawing and mark-making as a form of mindfulness. Each session will focus on a different creative technique that we can use to create beautiful art. But if you would just like to sit and colour while sipping some hot chocolate or herbal tea, then please do!
All skill levels are welcome!
All materials and refreshments will be provided for participants.