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Federation of Canadian Artists

Membership-driven non-profit organization with the purpose of supporting the professional development of visual artists in Canada.

The Federation of Canadian Artist is a membership-driven, not-for-profit organization, founded in 1941 by Canadian artist, one of whom was Group of Seven luminary Lawren Harris. The FCA is dedicated to provide
an opportunity for artistic growth, professional development and accreditation to visual artists of various skill levels, with the aim to promote and improve the recognition and professional

standing of practicing artists in the community and to stimulate public interest in the growth of Canadian culture. Our activities include workshops, juried and non-juried gallery exhibitions, print publications, critiques, demonstrations, special events, and much more. With over 2,400 members and 11 Chapters in Western Canada, the FCA provides a strong networking service for emerging and established artist, as well as everyone who appreciates art.

05/30/2026

🎨 Expressive Watercolour Portraits: Emotion, Colour & Brushwork with Lorraine Simonds, SFCA 🎨⁠
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📅 Fridays (4 sessions): July 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th
⏲ 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (PDT)⁠
📍 Online Via Zoom⁠
📹 All sessions recorded! Registrants will receive access to recordings.⁠
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✨ Suitable for All Level ✨⁠
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🔷 Workshop Overview 🔷⁠
We’ll explore capturing character and emotion across a range of ages and skin tones, using vibrant colour, loose brushwork, and a focus on storytelling. Each week, you’ll learn new techniques to help you paint more confidently and authentically, whether you’re a beginner or looking to loosen up your style.
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🔗 Learn More: https://federationacademy.ca/watercolour-portraits
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🔗 Register Here:⁠ https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2868
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05/29/2026

⏰️ Submissions for the 2026 AIMAE close TOMORROW! This is your final call to enter your small-format pieces up to 8 by 10 inches in size (unframed). Submit before midnight, May 30th, and share what Inspiration means to you! ✨️

🌎️ Open to ALL Artists Internationally ⁠
🖥️ In-gallery & Online Juried Exhibition⁠
🎨 Open to 2D submissions only
🏆️ $1000 CA First Place Prize ⁠
🌟 Qualifying for the Elected Member Status Point⁠
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Submit now at artists.ca 🖌️

05/28/2026

💡Professional Development Series💡
Seminar 1.1: Think Like a Curator by Liza Zhurkovskaya
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📅 June 17th (Wed)
🕕 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PDT)⁠
📍 Online via Zoom⁠
This session will be recorded!⁠

Think Like a Curator is a practical session that teaches artists to view their work from a curator’s perspective, clarify the direction of their portfolio, and understand how artists are selected for exhibitions, helping them present their work with greater clarity and confidence to galleries, collectors, and institutions.
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⁠🔗 Learn More: ⁠https://federationacademy.ca/liza-zhurkovskaya

🔗 Register now:⁠ https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2880⁠

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05/27/2026

🎨 Inter/Advanced Program - Session 5 - Critique, Iteration & Professional Studio Practice 🎨⁠
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This session helps artists develop the ability to view their work with clarity, discipline, and strategic intent. Participants will learn advanced self-critique frameworks, how to integrate peer feedback effectively, and how to refine a series through iterative development. We’ll also cover professional studio habits—from workflow and time management to sustainable creative routines—
supporting artists in building a focused, productive, and long-term studio practice.
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♦️ Saturday Morning Inter/Advanced Program ⁠
📅 Session 5: July 11th⁠
⏲️ 10.00 AM - 12.30 PM⁠ (PDT) ⁠
💻️ Online via Zoom ⁠
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🔗 Learn more: https://federationacademy.ca/morning-program⁠
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⁠🔗 Register Session 5: https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2841
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05/26/2026

🎨 Online Mentorship - Mental Wellness for Artists with Lalita Hamill, AFCA 🎨⁠
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📅 Tuesday, June 2 - July 7 (6 weeks)⁠
⏲️ 6.00 PM - 8.00 PM (PDT) ⁠
💻️ Online Via Zoom⁠
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Limited to 10 participants! ⁠

♦️ Benefits of Mentorship ♦️ ⁠
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👉️ Live Feedback: Engage in weekly check-ins with a distinguished FCA artist who will provide valuable insights and critiques on your artwork in real-time.⁠
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👉️ Interactive Learning: Gain the opportunity to ask questions and receive prompt answers, fostering a dynamic learning environment.⁠
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👉️ Peer Collaboration: Connect with fellow artists, broaden your network, and learn from their feedback, expanding your artistic perspectives.⁠
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👉️ Accountability Boost: Foster discipline and commitment to your practice by scheduling dedicated time for your artistic development.⁠
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👉️ Celebrate Progress: Share your triumphs and conquer challenges alongside your peers and mentor, fostering a supportive and encouraging community.⁠
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👉️ Actionable Assignments: Apply your newfound knowledge through weekly assignments that reinforce your learning and enable practical implementation.⁠
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🔗 Learn More: https://federationacademy.ca/artist-mental-wellness⁠
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🔗 Register Here: https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2877⁠
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05/25/2026

✨️ The 2026 Purely Pastel Exhibition is now open and on display at the Federation Gallery! ✨️⁠
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Immerse yourself in an enchanting pastel world at the FCA, where soft hues and ethereal beauty come alive. Explore a captivating array of works that dance between subtlety and vibrancy from talented pastel artists from across Canada. 🌟
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This exhibition is on display from 25th May till 7th June, 2026. All the works are viewable online at artists.ca 🖌️

05/25/2026

🎨 Plein Air Essentials With Jan Poynter, AFCA 🎨⁠
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📅 Saturday, June 6 ⁠
⏲️ 10.00 AM - 4.00 PM (PDT)⁠
📍 Federation Academy 1310 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3S1⁠
↗️ Open to all Levels! ⁠
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♦️ Workshop Overview ♦️⁠
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For beginners interested in sketching for travel to advanced painters looking for new inspiration outside the studio. Plein Air is a wonderful way to escape the online world, practice mindful observation and find inspiration in nature & our urban surroundings. Working directly from life can be a JOY but only if you are prepared and know your equipment. Learn the basics BEFORE investing in more equipment to customise this practice to your needs and enjoy a lifetime of creative benefits.
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🔗 Learn More: https://federationacademy.ca/plein-air-essentials⁠
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🔗 Register Here:⁠ https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2857⁠
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05/23/2026

⏳️ One week left! Submit to the 2026 AIMAE today for a chance to compete for the $1000 prize, and showcase your favourite Inspiration themed works. Submissions must be unframed, and no larger than 8” x 10”. Deadline May 30th! 📆

🌎️ Open to ALL Artists Internationally ⁠
🖥️ In-gallery & Online Juried Exhibition⁠
🎨 Open to 2D submissions only
🏆️ $1000 CA First Place Prize ⁠
🌟 Qualifying for the Elected Member Status Point⁠

Submit now at artists.ca 🖌️

05/22/2026

This three-part seminar series offers a practical approach to advancing your artistic practice by combining curatorial insight with strategic professional development. In Think Like a Curator, artists will learn to evaluate and position their work through a curatorial lens, clarifying themes and visual language. The following sessions focus on expanding visibility beyond social media, with actionable strategies such as studio visits, relationship-building with curators and collectors, targeted outreach, and effective positioning within galleries and professional networks.

📅 June 17th (Wed) & 24th (Wed), July 2nd (Thur)
🕕 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (PDT)⁠
📍 Online via Zoom⁠

All sessions will be recorded!
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📌 Seminar 1.1 – Think Like a Curator
📌 Seminar 1.2 – Building Strategic Visibility Beyond Social Media
📌 Seminar 1.3 – From Studio to Collector: Understanding Art Buyer Psychology
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💰 Special Offer: Sign up for all 3 sessions and save 10%!⁠
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🔗 Register now:⁠
🎟️ Seminar 1.1: https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2880
🎟️ Seminar 1.2: https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2881
🎟️ Seminar 1.2: https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2882
💡 Bundle & save: https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2893
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05/21/2026

🎨 Design for Painters with Michael King 🎨⁠
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📅 March 30th & 31st (Rescheduled)
⏲ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (PDT)⁠
📍 Federation Academy, Granville Island, Vancouver⁠
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🌟 Level: Beginners with a strong foundation, Intermediate & Advanced painters⁠
🎨 Mediums: Acrylic, Oil & Gouache⁠
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🔷 Workshop Overview 🔷⁠
DESIGN for PAINTERS is a focused, hands-on course for artists who want their paintings to feel clearer, more cohesive, and more intentional. Many painters reach a point where their work feels inconsistent or unresolved, not because of a lack of skill, but because the design decisions underneath the paint aren’t fully clear. This workshop offers a practical starting point for addressing that.⁠
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🔗 Learn More: https://federationacademy.ca/design-for-painters⁠
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🔗 Register Here:⁠ https://artists.ca/courses/view/id/2827⁠
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