KWSA

CALL FOR ARTISTS

We are now accepting submissions for the next round of our Art of Hope: In Good Company main wall display at COLLABHIVE Kitchener.

Open to all members!

🗓 Deadline: July 2nd
📅 Show Dates: July 8th - October 7th

Details at KWSA.ca

🎨 Artists at Work – Meet KWSA at the Library! 🎨

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when artists create?

Join members of KWSA for Artists at Work, a special drop-in event at the John M. Harper Branch Waterloo Public Library . Watch local artists bring their work to life in real time, explore a variety of artistic styles and mediums, and enjoy the rare opportunity to chat directly with artists about their inspiration, techniques, and creative process.

Whether you’re an artist yourself, curious about creativity, or simply looking for an inspiring afternoon, we’d love to see you there!

📅 Saturday, July 4
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 John M. Harper Branch, Waterloo Public Library

The KWSA Artists:

Alison Hall Alison J. Hall, Artist
Divya Sridhara Divya SRart
Gustav Ykema Gustav Ykema
Jason Panda Jason Panda
Laurie Varga Laurie Varga
Marcia Bissada Marcia Bissada
Marlene Coffey
Megan Skelton Megan Skelton
Neetika Agarwal Neetika Agarwal | Watercolor Artist & Educator
Sheetal Ravi Sheetal Ravi | Expressive Portrait Artist & Mentor
Sulakshana Shanmuganathan Sulakshana (Shana) Shanmuganathan
Swati Ray

Drop in anytime and experience creativity in action.

CALL FOR ARTISTS

We are now accepting submissions for Lerners 2026 “Here comes the sun” Exhibition.

Open to all members!

🗓 Deadline: June 24
📅 Show Dates: June 30 – January 2027

Details at KWSA.ca

CALL FOR ARTISTS

We are now accepting submissions for “Pop of Colour” at Charlie West.

Open to all members!

🗓 Deadline: June 17
📅 Show Dates: June 30 – September 8

Details at KWSA.ca

KWSA June Meeting 📣

Join us on June 3rd at 7 PM at 44 Gaukel for an evening of art, ideas, and community!

We’re excited to welcome our guest speaker Laurie Spieker of Grand River Glassworks

She creates fresh and imaginative contemporary glass art and shares the inspiring beauty of art glass with her community through workshops offered at her Waterloo, Ontario studio and retail store, a leading promoter of glass art in Waterloo Region and beyond.

Hop on to our website for more details.

See you there!

KWSA May Meeting 📣

Join us on May 6th at 7 PM at 44 Gaukel for an evening of art, ideas, and community!

We’re excited to welcome our guest speaker Laurie Spieker of Grand River Glassworks . Laurie is known for her imaginative contemporary glass art and for sharing the beauty of glassmaking through her studio, workshops, and community work across Waterloo Region.

We’ll also be diving into planning for our upcoming KWSA Festival—so bring your ideas, suggestions, and creative energy!

Hop on to our website for more details.

See you there!

🎨 New Workshop Announcement: The Art of Mixed Media Watercolour 🎨
with Anne Schott

Ready to bring new energy into your watercolor work?

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore how to combine watercolor with a variety of mixed media—adding texture, contrast, and bold new possibilities to your paintings.

✨ Add definition with ink, markers & watercolor pencils
✨ Build texture using collage and layered materials
✨ Experiment with oil pastels for resist effects and depth

Perfect for artists looking to expand their practice and try something new.

📅 Wednesday, May 27 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 KWSA Studio, 44 Gaukel Creative Workspace

Mixed media supplies provided—feel free to bring your favorites too!

Spots are limited—register through the KWSA website.

ArtistCommunity

🎨New Workshop Announcemet: The Art of One Pattern, Three Paintings 🎨
with Anne Schott

One pattern. Three completely different artworks.

In this creative, mixed media workshop, you’ll start by painting a loose, full-coverage floral pattern—then transform it using different techniques and materials into three unique pieces.

✨ Explore pattern-making with watercolor & gouache
✨ Experiment with ink, markers, oil pastels & more
✨ Learn how negative space can completely transform your work

A fresh, playful approach to florals (or any subject you choose!)—perfect for artists ready to explore and experiment.

📅 Saturday, May 23 | 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
📍KWSA Studio, 44 Gaukel Creative Workspace

Spots are limited—register through the KWSA website.

ExploreArt

New Workshop Announcement: Introduction to the Art of Watercolour

with Anne Schott

Curious about watercolor but not sure where to start? This welcoming workshop is the perfect introduction.

Explore the foundations of watercolor through playful, hands-on practice—learning how to handle water, create expressive brushstrokes, and balance control with spontaneity.

✨ Learn essential techniques like washes, gradients & mark-making
✨ Build confidence with brush control and water flow
✨ Perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a refresher

No expectations. No intimidation. Just loose, joyful exploration.

📍 KWSA Studio, 44 Gaukel Creative Workspace

Spots are limited—register through the KWSA website.