The Thompson Nicola Shuswap Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists has over 50 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, meetings to participate in the planning of Chapter activities, critiques to help you grow artistically, demonstrations in various mediums and techniques, guest speakers from near and far, and fellowship with other artists.

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Our TNSC Christmas Get-together will be held on Saturday, December 16th at 12noon at Mason's Kitchen and Bar in Sun Rivers.  Please RSVP by December 2nd to Kathleen by email: kfeschuk1952@gmail.com "Secret Santa" will be there so please bring a small wrapped painting that you made or a small gift ($15 value max).  This is a fun, casual time for wishing each other a wonderful holiday season!  

TNSC DEMO DAY AND INFORMATION SHARING

ONLINE BY ZOOM - FEBRUARY 7th AT 6:30PM

Our next Demo Day is scheduled for Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 6:30pm by Zoom.  We are thrilled to bring you these demo days by Zoom.  The weather in the winter can be so unpredicatable and no one really enjoys driving in the snow...so, this is a wonderful alternative and a great opportunity for all our members, near and far, to be involved.  More information will be provided closer to the date!

TNSC AND FCA MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL TIME!

It's membership renewal time! Joining the FCA and the TNSC Chapter has loads of benefits to assist you with moving your artistic endeavours to the next level.

Did you know if you pay your renewal fees now, or join as a new member to the FCA and our Chapter, your fees are valid until the end of 2024? The cost to join is less than $10 per month and the TNSC has maintained its fee at only $20 for the year! It is easy to renew!  FCA Renewal Here:  FCARENEW  TNSC Renwal Here:  TNSCRENEW  For new members, after you begin the paynment process with the TNSC, you will be prompted to complete your contact information.

Has your contact information or status with the FCA changed?  This is a good time to let us know.  Please send us an email: membershipchair@tnsc.ca

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

NEXT SESSION - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3, 10am - 1pm "Time to Paint" continues on Sunday, December 3rd!  There are spots still available so if you would like to join in on some painting time, you can register here or just show up at the door. This monthly 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 own easel and supplies.  The group meets once 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

TNSC DEMO DAY RECAP - November 2023

Our first Demo Day was held by Zoom on November 15th.  It was excellent! We had 18 participants on the call and the demonstration by James Koll was outstanding.  He is an amazing watercolouris!  He took a painting from the sketch stage to a closely finished painting in just a mere 1.5 hours!  A big thank you to James for sharing his inspiration, techniques and artistic views with us.  At the end of the demonstration, we had our critique session.  Seven members submitted artwork for critique and the feedback was both constructive and postive.  We all learn something from these critique sessions as it is a way to understand what makes a great piece of art.  Inusn Kang was the winner of our critique prize draw which was a $20 gift certificate from Preferred Picture Frame.

You can view James Koll's work on his website:  JAMESKOLLFINEART

TNSC 2023 FALL SHOW WINNERS ANNOUNCED

The quality of the art submitted to our 2023 Fall Show was exceptional.  The jurors had a challenge to choose the top prizes out of so many stellar pieces.  This show is a "must see" for both artists and collectors alike.

Three top placement awards:

First Place Blair Dunlop - Breathe

Second Place Wendy Hart Penner - Limoncello Party

Third Place Christine Sherwood - Remembering Spring

Three Honourable Mentions:

Honourable Mention Insun Kang - Thinking of you

Honourable Mention Cathy Tetarenko - Catching Rays

Honourable Mention Kate Tooke - Florence the Poser

Congratulations to our winners and honourable mentions and congratulations to all who were judged into the TNSC 2023 Fall Regional Show.  All the artworks are exceptional. We are very proud of all our artists.

You can view the entire gallery on-line here:  TNSC2023FALLSHOW