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Join McConnell for a plein air painting workshop in Battlefords

Create against the backdrop of the river valley.
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Experience a classic landscape painting technique while overlooking the picturesque North Saskatchewan River Valley.

THE BATTLEFORDS — Artist Grant McConnell is leading a plein air painting workshop hosted by River Valley Programming on July 27 and 28.

The inspiration for works created will be views of the North Saskatchewan River Valley.

McConnell will provide a brief demonstration before each session 27 participants can meet at the Chapel Gallery Patio. The July 28 session will be at the Poundmaker Trail traffic pullout.

Attendance is free, and organizers say space is limited. Registration must be received by July 21.

Materials are not provided.

Draw What You See

Allen Sapp Gallery is hosting a two-day “Learn to Draw What You See” class featuring artist Aleksi Anseth July 26 and 27.

It is billed as an opportunity to develop drawing skills while visiting and having fun with others.

The classes are from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and are for anyone age seven and older. The cost is $65 which includes materials.

The registration deadline is July 21.

To register for these classes phone 306-445-1760, email galleriesofnb@cityofnb.ca, or go online at www.cityofnb.ca>Parks and Recreation>Bookings and Registrations.