The Thompson Nicola Shuswap Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists has over 60 members from the region. The Chapter provides opportunities for artistic growth, development and accreditation to visual artists of various skill levels. 

The TNSC welcomes aspiring, emerging and career artists through four levels of membership.

Prominent activities of the TNSC are workshops with qualified professional artists, juried shows, participation in Chapter activities, critiques to help you grow artistically, artist demonstrations in various mediums and techniques, guest speakers from near and far, and fellowship with other artists.

Member benefits include opportunities to participate in:

• Regional and international art competitions
• Workshops
• Demonstrations by guest artists, information sharing and critique sessions
• the FCA Mentorship Program
• Promoting your artwork through our website and art shows

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Coming Soon!

Vineyard Vista Series  Plein Air & Art Sales at the Wineries!

 Mark your calendars for two spectacular Sundays of art, wine, and outdoor inspiration! The Vineyard Vista Series is back, featuring plein air painting and art sales in two beautiful winery settings:

• Privato Vineyard & Winery – Sunday, August 24th
• Monte Creek Winery – Sunday, September 7th

 At Privato 🍇 enjoy a vibrant day filled with live music 🎶 and delicious offerings from an on-site food truck, while TNSC artists paint en plein air  throughout the vineyard. Art will be available for sale, giving visitors a chance to take home a piece of the day.

At Monte Creek 🍇, the celebration continues with plein air painting, wine tasting, and a showcase of original artwork created by our talented artists right in the heart of the vineyard.

Whether you’re painting or simply enjoying the atmosphere, these events are a perfect blend of art, nature, and local flavour. Stay tuned for full event details!

Coming October 2025! 

"UNTITLED II" 
All TNCS Members are Invited to Submit >>Supporting, Exhibiting, Signature

This interactive educational event is a follow-up to the popular 'UNTITLED' held in 2023. It is for all Thompson Nicola Shuswap Chapter of the FCA (TNSC) members in a non-juried event. It is intended to be fun, educational, and interactive!

The only catch his that ALL works MUST be “UNTITLED”.

Artists often have difficultly coming up with creative or distinctive titles for their work. In this show, visitors will be provided “sticky notes” to write what they think a piece should be called and then stick it next to the piece they came up with a title for. Visitors may do as few or as many titles suggestions as they want for any or all of the works shown. The titles will allow visitors and artists to what speaks about a piece to others.

For more information and to submit click here: https://tnsc.ca/submissions/view/id/1996

TIME TO PAINT IS UNDERWAY!  This Sunday event is a great way to share knowledge and skills in a small and welcoming group setting. Each artist gets their own table.  Bring your work in progress or start something new, your easel and supplies. The group meets on a Sunday, twice a month, from 10am – 1pm.  Spend time with friends you know or make new friends, share art tips and give yourself the “Time to Paint”!  Limit:  12 Artists

Register here $5 for remaining session for this season: TIMETOPAINT  

$5 Drop In

Dates:  Sundays, 10 am - 1pm -----   May 18

Location: Riverside Park, lower lounge in Heritage House. Free parking.

 

TNSC WORKSHOP with MICHAEL KING - May 2025 
"Abstracting Landscapes: Rethinking Your Approach to Painting"

WORKSHOP IS FULL!

DATE:  Saturday and Sunday, May 24/25

Time:  9:30am - 4:00pm ( 1 hour lunch, doors open @ 9:00am)
Place:  The Old Courthouse, Upstairs, 7 Seymour St W, Kamloops
Cost:  $275 Members; $325 Non-members

Register here: MICHAELKINGWORKSHOP

Benefits of joining the FCA & Thompson Nicola Shuswap Chapter

Here are a few of the benefits we enjoy as members of the FCA and the TNSC! We promote inclusivity and we are continuously striving for a connected and supported collective of artists.

• Education: educational opportunities (workshops, demos, meetings, critiques) through our chapter and/or online events through the FCA gallery
  
• Support: member support at events which include meetings, online connection, paint outs and plein air events
• Connection: creating relationships with other artists at various levels of expertise - what better way to improve than to talk art with other like minded souls!
• Artistic Growth: Growing and thriving through our community of artists who support one another in art.  Advance your artistic endevours through the FCA to the level of Signature Artist.
• Membership reduced prices: as a member, you are entitled to reduced costs on workshop offerings and events such as "Passion for Painting"
• In the Know: Attending events, connecting with chapter artists promotes growth, learning the tools of the trade and joining in on bulk buying of art supplies to reduce costs