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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2026 Educational Show for All TNSC Members

We have the Main Gallery for June 2026, with the "Field to Studio" theme. The intent is to show both studies from plein air or still life set ups in the studio and how they build to create larger studio pieces.

So if you paint from life start thinking about your submission for this show. Submissions will be three parts:

1. a photo reference (we will print these out so please make sure they are ok at 4x6 to 5x7 size)
2. 1 to 3 small studies painted from life,
3. completed studio/final piece.

Hanging is as per FCA standards

This is a non-juried/non-qualifying educational event and is open to all TNSC members.

Entries are due May 8th

Submit HERE

2026 Salmon Arm Spring Show

SPRINGING FORTH

SALMON ARM'S FIRST FCA SHOW AND SALE

Co-hosted by the TNSC and the Atelier Gallery in Salmon Arm

CELEBRATING THE WINNERS!

1ST: FREIDA MARTIN:  LOOSELY iNTERPRETED

2ND: GARY WHITLEY:  CROSSING DISCOVERY PASSAGE

3RD: CHRISTINE SHERWOOD:  IN TANDEM

HONORABLE MENTION:  PATTI SMITH: GARDEN ORCHIDS

HONORABLE MENTION: JUVE FURTADO: STILL STANDING

                                                      HONORABLE MENTION:  VALERIE ROGERS: WHITE CURIOSITY

To view on line, click on this link: https://tnsc.ca/show/tnsc_salmon_arm_show_may_2026

INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHOW

Show dates:  May 1 to May 16

Pick up Date:  Saturday, May 16, 3:30 - 4:00  or Tuesday May 19,  10:00 -12:00

Viewing Hours:  10:00 to 4:00, Tuesday to Saturday

Location:  Atelier Gallery, 321 Hudson Ave, Salmon Arm

To view on line, click on this link: https://tnsc.ca/show/tnsc_salmon_arm_show_may_2026

All Sessions:  $20   Drop in fee:  $5

Register here for the spring sessions: https://tnsc.ca/courses/view/id/2836

Dates:  Jan 4 + 18,  Feb 1 + 15,  Mar 1 + 15,  Apr 5 + 19,  May 03 and 17.

Location: Riverside Park, lower lounge in Heritage House. Free parking.

 

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