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Winter/Spring Guest Demo Artist Schedule

Our Demo Artist Meet Ups are for members only,  but we welcome new members at any time. For more information on how to become a member please click here.

The Chemainus Art Group is thrilled to host a guest artist at our monthly Meet-Up on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. It's always inspirational when our guests talk to us about their work, do a demo or lead a work-along. Here is what we have planned for the Winter/Spring schedule.

January 8th 2025 - Trisha Oldfield

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Trisha Oldfield is a mixed media artist, who primarily focuses on collage and acrylic on canvas. For this Demo Trisha will be presenting the evolution of her collage process. Specifically, demonstrating how to create a “portrait” of a person(s) or place using mix media collage on wood. These types of portrait collages can be unique and thoughtful gifts to express deeper acknowledgment of a person’s true personality and character.  Click HERE to  learn more about Trisha.

February 12th 2025 - Sue Williams

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Sue Williams started silk painting in 2017, after doing a one-day workshop with Lorraine Taylor of Chemainus. After retirement she was was looking for that 'secret sauce' for a creative retirement.  Silk painting turned out to be it! To learn more about Sue you can check out her website at  https://www.duckwillidesigns.com.


In this  Demo Sue will prepare a silk scarf with a pattern mostly outlined in resist.  She will be able to show the application of applying the resist, and will demonstrate the painting process with dyes.  

March 12th 2025 - Nadine Wong

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Nadine specializes in crafting handmade books and journals, meticulously sewn and bound using a number of techniques and a diverse selection of materials such as book board, book cloth, and a variety of hand created papers.  Her journals are adorned with intricate designs, including collaged elements, distressed textures and mark making.  

In this Demo Nadine will showcase several of her works and provide insight into her creative process.

April 9th 2025 - Joanna Ridley

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Stay tuned for more information on Joanna  Ridley's Demo.

May 14th 2025 - Carla Flegel

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Stay tuned for more information on Carla's Demo.

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