Building Community Through Arts Education
Since the fall of 2022, La Fab has offered art-focused workshops. These popular events have grown in the range of artistic genres offered, from gelli-plate printing to mosaics, macramé to eco-dying. Each is interesting, unique and extraordinary.
Guided by local and regional artists, participants explore new techniques, experiment with different mediums, and refine their artistic practice in a supportive setting.
Our Impact
For individuals, these workshops provide an opportunity to develop personal growth and artistic discovery while building connections and community through shared creativity and hands-on learning.
For the community, these workshops encourage social engagement and collaboration while strengthening the creative community.
Refund Policy
Classes and Workshops: A full refund will be issued for cancellations made at least 72 hours in advance, less an administrative fee of 20% of the registration fee or $50, whichever is less. Requests must be made in writing to programme@lafabsurmill.ca.
Upcoming Art Classes & Workshops
Eco-Dyeing : Creating Prints from Leaves and Blossoms
THINKING WITH COLOUR: A Series of 4 Workshops with Emily Rose Michaud
 Kindly note that the timing of the workshops vary.
SEPT 20,  12:00 pm-3:00pm
1. Thinking with Colour, I – Cyanotype 101: Printing with Nature
Cyanotype, also known as blueprint or sunpr...
Tuesday Mornings with Jamie: Linocut Printmaking Series
Funky Mixed Media Art
Watercolour Class for Beginners with Jae Shaw
The Magic of Marbling Paper with Patti Harper
This workshop is held at Carleton University Lab Saturday, Oct 24
Take part in the art of paper marbling in this fun, hands-on workshop using professional marbling trays,...
Calligraphy and Gilding with Rick Draffin
Create Festive Needle Felted Ornaments with Michaela
Get into the holiday spirit and discover the art of needle felting! In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of transforming soft, colourful wool roving into charming seasonal ornaments using special felting needles.
Guided by a Mic...
Linocut Printmaking Seasonal Cards
Now is the perfect time to create a collection of beautiful handmade holiday cards for family and friends. Whether you bring your own design or choose from a wide selection of templates provided, you'll learn the fundamentals of linocut printmak...
The Art of Journalling with Katharine Fletcher
In this one-day workshop Katharine introduces participants to a variety of techniqu...











