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J. Gordon Anderson

Where I Live Artist’s Statement Familiarity can blind us to the beauty around us. After decades living in one area it is easy to take for granted; even in a place like Saint John with an abundance of interesting geography and architecture. I become much more aware when I pick up a camera and go

By |2018-09-06T19:22:30+00:00September 6th, 2018|Current|Comments Off on J. Gordon Anderson

Bruce Gray

Origins Artist's Statement This show will challenge your perception and definition of “imperfections”. Are imperfections rare or common, negative or positive, to be covered up or embraced and embellished? I find natural objects like trees, stone and people grow richer with age. They have more bumps and scars which, to me, makes them more interesting

By |2018-09-06T19:03:35+00:00September 6th, 2018|Current|Comments Off on Bruce Gray

Cynthia DeCoste

Landscape Interactions Artist’s Statement I love playing with colour and shapes, I love experimenting with perspectives and horizon lines. For me the fun of creating a painting is “playing” with the landscape. I paint the landscape as I see it, the sky, the ground and the water are constantly moving and always changing, forever interacting

By |2018-09-06T18:55:02+00:00September 6th, 2018|Current|Comments Off on Cynthia DeCoste

Mark Gilbert – Sept. 2018

Seeing the Patient Artist's Statement As an artist and researcher, I have always aspired to create artworks that authentically illuminate the relationships we all rely on in our lives as patients and caregivers. Portraiture as an art form and qualitative methodology embraces association rather than separation. It is through the interaction between artist and sitter

By |2018-09-06T18:10:04+00:00September 6th, 2018|Current|Comments Off on Mark Gilbert – Sept. 2018

Quilt with Margo

Ready to begin a new hobby of quilting? SJAC is proud to welcome back sewing expert Margo Duff for a fun introduction to this time-honoured skill! In this six week course, Margo will introduce and walk you through the basic steps of quilting and guide you as you create a simple, but beautiful quilt from

By |2018-08-23T20:33:56+00:00August 15th, 2018|Sewing, Specialty Workshops|Comments Off on Quilt with Margo

Summer Classics Series 2018

Saint John Arts Centre and the Saint John Early Music Festival are proud to present this series of lunchtime classical concerts, Wednesdays in July & August at 12:15pm. All are welcome, admission is by freewill offering. Special thanks go to our sponsors: Emera New Brunswick, The City of Saint John Community Arts Funding, and Province of

By |2019-06-04T19:55:25+00:00June 4th, 2018|Performing Arts|Comments Off on Summer Classics Series 2018

Textile & Fibre Monotype

Artist and printmaker Maria Doering will give you a glimpse into the endless experimental possibilities of monotype printmaking using textile and fibre materials. Students will manipulate non-toxic Akua Printmaking ink on a Plexiglas plate combining it with found materials and mark-making through the use of cotton swabs, toothpicks, brushes and pencils to then print it on paper. 

By |2018-06-28T17:54:34+00:00June 4th, 2018|Specialty Workshops, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Textile & Fibre Monotype

Drawing: Beyond Basics

Join Maggie Higgins for a creatively challenging intermediate-level course in drawing. This class is ideal for students who have already participated in the Drawing Basics course or artists with drawing experience. It is designed to extend your development of the hand and eye beyond traditional skills, and to work on stylistic explorations of personal expression.

By |2018-05-26T14:50:15+00:00May 9th, 2018|Drawing, Workshops|Comments Off on Drawing: Beyond Basics

What’s in the Box? 2018: A Look Back

The works generously donated by our supporting artists for 'What's in the Box?' 2019 are starting to arrive - take a fun look back at the slideshow below from 'What's in the Box' in 2018! We'll be adding this year's 'sneak peek' soon - get your tickets now, April 18th is coming up fast! [slider

By |2019-04-02T13:19:09+00:00March 22nd, 2018|Fundraisers|Comments Off on What’s in the Box? 2018: A Look Back

Dan Steeves & Kevin Morse

The Space Between: A Creative Collaboration between Kevin Morse and Dan Steeves Opening Recital and Reception: Friday, November 3, 2017. The Saint John Arts Centre is pleased to announce the opening of the exhibition and music of The Space Between, a creative collaboration between composer Kevin Morse and visual artist Dan Steeves. The Space Between is an interdisciplinary project that

By |2017-10-19T18:44:21+00:00October 19th, 2017|Upcoming|Comments Off on Dan Steeves & Kevin Morse
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