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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This is a non-juried/non-qualifying educational event.

Artists! Come on out for Paint the Vineyards 2026 

Join us this summer for Paint the Vineyards...a beautiful fusion of art, wine, and breathtaking landscapes. Come out and paint en plein air among the vines and gardens! Non-Members $5

📍 Privato Winery & Vineyards
📍 5505 Westsyde Rd, Kamloops, BC
🗓 Saturday, July 4 | 10 AM – 2 PM 

Member Registration:

https://tnsc.ca/courses/view/id/2903

Non-Member Registration:

https://tnsc.ca/courses/view/id/2906

🗓 Sunday, August 16 | 10 AM – 2 PM

Member Registration:

https://tnsc.ca/courses/view/id/2904

 Non-Member Registration:

https://tnsc.ca/courses/view/id/2907

📍 Monte Creek Winery & Vineyards
📍 2420 Miner’s Bluff Rd, Monte Creek, BC

🗓 Saturday, September 5 | 10 AM – 2 PM

Member Registration:

https://tnsc.ca/courses/view/id/2905

 Non-Member Registration:

https://tnsc.ca/courses/view/id/2908

✨ Mark your calendars and share with friends and fellow art & wine lovers!

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