Thompson Nicola Shuswap Chapter of the FCA

WELCOME TO THE FCA-TNSC

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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Christmas Lunch 2023

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!  

Christmas Lunch 2023

OUR NEXT TNSC DEMO DAY AND INFORMATION SHARING

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!

It's Membership Renewal Time!

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.

    • Educationeducational 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
    • Connectioncreating relationships with other artists at various levels of expertise - what better way to improve than to talk art with other like minded souls!
    • Artistic GrowthGrowing 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 pricesas 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

TIME TO PAINT

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

Register here $25 for all sessions:   TIMETOPAINT 

Drop in fee: $5  (fees collected help offset the room rental)
Dates:  One Sunday each month, 10 - 1.
Location: Riverside Park, lower lounge in Heritage House. Free parking.
2023: Dec 3      2024: Jan 7, Feb 4, March 3, May 5

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TNSC DEMO DAY RECAP

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 REGIONAL FALL SHOW

TNSC REGIONAL FINE ART SHOW & SALE 

TNSC 2023 FALL SHOW INVITE

TNSC 18TH ANNUAL JURIED REGIONAL ART SHOW 

 

The TNSC Regional Fall Fine Art Show and Sale has concluded but what a show it was! A special thank you to everyone who attended and to those who voted for the People's Choice Awards  Over 300 people attended the show and 136 of you placed your votes! Your attendance at our shows demonstrates how fortunate we are to have such talented artists in Kamloops and throughout the region. We look forward to seeing you again in the Spring at our TNSC 2024 Spring Fine Art Show & Sale

Did you see a piece of artwork at the show you wished you had purchased?  You can view the entire gallery online and purchase directly from our website here:  TNSC2023FALLGALLERY

TNSC 2023 FALL SHOW WINNERS ANNOUNCED

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:

Blair Dunlop - Breathe

First Place

Blair Dunlop - Breathe

Wendy Hart Penner - Limoncello Party

Second Place

Wendy Hart Penner - Limoncello Party

Christine Sherwood - Remembering Spring

Third Place

Christine Sherwood - Remembering Spring

Three Honourable Mentions:

Insun Kang - Thinking of you

Honourable Mention

Insun Kang - Thinking of you

Cathy Tetarenko - Catching Rays

Honourable Mention

Cathy Tetarenko - Catching Rays

Kate Tooke - Florence the Poser

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

TNSC 2023 PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS

THE 2023 FALL PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD WINNERS ARE...

 

Insun Kang - Evening Glow

First Place

Insun Kang - Evening Glow

Kate Tooke - Florence the Poser

Second Place

Kate Tooke - Florence the Poser

Juve Furtado - Misty Morning

Third Place

Juve Furtado - Misty Morning

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE ARTISTS and to all the artists who had their works juried into our Fall Show!  It was a stellar collection of artwork.  

 

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