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!
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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.
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.
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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You can view James Koll's work on his website: JAMESKOLLFINEART
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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
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:
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First Place Blair Dunlop - Breathe |
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Second Place Wendy Hart Penner - Limoncello Party |
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Third Place Christine Sherwood - Remembering Spring |
Three Honourable Mentions:
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Honourable Mention Insun Kang - Thinking of you |
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Honourable Mention Cathy Tetarenko - Catching Rays |
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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
THE 2023 FALL PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD WINNERS ARE...
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First Place Insun Kang - Evening Glow |
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Second Place Kate Tooke - Florence the Poser |
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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.