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The Nelson & District Arts Council's annual Rural Artist Support Weekend returns in 2023 with another series of FREE professional development workshops for artists! Sessions will be held over Zoom on Sunday, November 27 between 12:00pm-4:00pm PST and are open to everyone. Topics this year include accessing grants as a rural artist, graphic design, social […]
We tend to tie-up creative success with financial success, but even the most accomplished artists generate income from multiple sources. Hear from LGBTQ2S+ artists who are using tools like Patreon to reach audiences and customers in new ways, and creative makers who manage portfolio careers composed of teaching, activism, content creation and more!
Fresh and original scenic landscapes of Kokanee Creek Provincial Park, Nordic Ski trails and other highlights of the Nelson area created by artist Kate Anderson of Nelson. Kate uses a soft pastel on hand painted board which gives her artwork an interesting depth of colour and perspective. You can find her work on Instagram at […]
Join the gang at Nelsondorf’s premier Kombucha club for mystery, hijinks, song and dance in the Capitol Theatre’s 33rd Annual Pantomime!
The Trail & District Arts Council opens their new classical series with Christmas with Buzz Brass on December 1st. Enjoy a glass of wine as you enjoy an intimate salon style experience where you will be up close with these talented Canadian artists.For the holidays, the Buzz Brass quintet offers a concert embodying all of […]
Pick up a Christmas Gift and meet with Nelson's Artisans at Work: Lillie & Cohoe , The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Co-op and D. E. Walters EARTh Studios . This is a great opportunity to explore and support your local community!The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Co-op's artisan baker will be there discussing all things bread!Live music by […]
THE RICKY DIAMONDS MOVIE: WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF RICKY DIAMONDS He’s washed up, banished from Vegas and desperately needs a martini…and some therapy. This short film follows this exiled Las Vegas lounge singer as he plots his crooning career comeback from a small Canadian mountain town. DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER... Set in an era where […]
40 minutes of music intermission with refreshments and 40 minutes of music and singing by accomplished musicians from the Selkirk College Music Department
I'm selling my blown glass ornaments, pendants and small bowls at this event, and there are many other craft vendors such as pottery and painting and woodworking and sewing, as well as baked goods and all the things!
An outdoor event where you can finish your holiday shopping, support local artists, and dance all at the same time! Big Eddy Glass Works is hosting our third annual Winter Market! There will be local makers, DJ's, mulled wine, beer, glass blowing demonstrations, and door prizes! Come on out to Big Eddy Glass Works for […]
Our cozy café has gathered some brilliant Indigenous creators to share their gifts and talents with the Kootenays. Fry bread, beading, leather, textiles and one of the oldest known traditional arts, each piece unique and used to tell a story, birch bark biting...and lots more.
The Nelson & District Arts Council is so excited to host a fantastic lineup of educators this weekend to dive into cultural appropriation and privilege in the arts!Each session will have a different focus: visual arts, dance, writing, arts presenters / festivals / venues, and music.The sessions are virtual (through Zoom) and are FREE! We […]
