WELCOME TO THE FCA-TNSC
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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October 22nd Zoom Demo
We are excited to have Doug Swinton demonstrate at our next zoom meeting! Doug will be doing a demo of a morotcycle. You may not choose it as your subject matter but think how highlights on reflective surfaces and transparancy of glass can be applied to your work!
Date: October 22, Wednesday
Time: 6:30pm
Via: Zoom ( a link will be sent to you prior to the zoom day )
Members: No Charge - no registration required
Non-Members Welcome: $5.00 - please register HERE
There will be a critique session so if you have a work in progress that you would like some feedback on, please submit it to showchair@tnsc.ca prior to October 20th.
ALL MEMBER EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITION - OCTOBER 2025
On Now thru October 29th, 2025!
"UNTITLED II"
This interactive educational event is a follow-up to the popular 'UNTITLED' held in 2023. It is a non-juried event - intended to be fun, educational, and interactive!
The only catch his that ALL works are “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.
LIFE DRAWING
Would you like to practice your drawing skills in a casual, friendly atmosphere? Join us for Life Drawing sessions. We will provide models who pose unclothed or draped who range in age, gender and body shape. All levels of drawing skills are welcome from "I've never done this before but I would like to try" to the advanced.
- DATES: most Sundays through April (see calendar of events)
- COST: $10 per session
- MEMBERS and NON-MEMBERS WELCOME!
- TIME: 1:30 - 3:30
- WHERE: The Old Courthouse, Main Gallery
Drop ins are welcome based on availability. For more information, please contact Patricia House, showchair@tnsc.ca
TIME TO PAINT!
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: 10 Artists
Drop in fee: $5
Register here for the fall sessions: https://tnsc.ca/courses/view/id/2736
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Benefits of Membership
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