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Championing creativity & inspired art. Dundas Valley School of Art (DVSA) is an independent art school in Hamilton, ON, providing high-quality and accessible visual arts education. dvsa.ca #HamOnt

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Live Auction Night Tickets are now on Sale for our 55th Annual Art Auction.

🎟️ Visit dvsa.ca/art-auction to purchase your tickets.

10.03.2026 14:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Early Bird Registration deadline for Spring 2026 is this Friday! Sign up before 4:00 pm on March 13 and you could win your Spring class or workshop for FREE.

Register now at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/classes > Spring 2026 or call (πŸ“ž) 905-628-6357 #1 🌸

10.03.2026 00:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Today is International Women's Day and we’re honouring DVSA’s founders Marion Farnan and Emily Dutton, as well as the creative women who continue their legacy.

Uplift the next generation of women artists with a donation to the Creative Vision Fund.
Donate at dvsa.ca/donate

08.03.2026 14:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌈 We invite all 2SLGBTQIA+ youth ages 14-19 to join artist Matthew Bailey at Dundas Valley School of Art for an introduction to ceramics.

πŸ₯£ Perfect for beginners but all skill levels are welcome. Clay and tools provided .

Call 905-628-6357, ext. 1 to register.
πŸ“21 Ogilvie Street, Dundas, ON

07.03.2026 22:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Comfort food: Earls Court Gallery artists offer a delicious calorie-free menu Sixteen painters and sculptors take part in group exhibition.

www.thespec.com/entertainmen...
#Hamont

07.03.2026 19:26 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us for an Artist Talk with Jacqui Oakley on Thursday, Apr. 23 from 1–2pm.

Hamilton-based artist Jacqui explores memory, identity and belonging through intricate ink-work and bold collaged landscapes.

πŸ”— Reserve your spot at dvsa.ca

07.03.2026 16:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It's our 55th Annual Art Auction, coming April 6-12 with over 1,400 original works! Paintings, drawings, prints, photography, sculpture, pottery, glass, fibre art, jewellery and more. Online bidding with in-person art previews available. Details at dvsa.ca/art-auction.
#HamOnt

06.03.2026 20:39 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€˜It’s gonna be nice to add a bright colour here’: The Cuban street artist bringing colour and fun to Hamilton Luis Casas, who goes by MR. MYL online, has been decorating the city’s streets with his brightly-coloured murals since 2023.

www.thespec.com/entertainmen...
#Hamont

06.03.2026 17:34 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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March Break is coming up soon and limited spaces remain! With over 95% of spots already filled, now’s the time to secure yours and give your young artist the perfect daily escape.

Register at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/classes/ > March Break Art Camp 2026 or call us at πŸ“ž 905-628-6357 #1

06.03.2026 16:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Sunday, March 8 is International Women's Day and we’re honouring DVSA’s founders Marion Farnan and Emily Dutton, as well as the creative women who continue their legacy.

Uplift the next generation of women artists with a donation to the Creative Vision Fund.
Donate at dvsa.ca/donate

06.03.2026 13:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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If you missed the Artist Talk by R. Ward Shipman – The Hidden Photographer here at DVSA, then settle in for another good watch – the talk is now posted to YouTube at youtu.be/10JOqvLIitE.
Ward unveils a selection of his photographs – many being shown publicly for the very first time.
#HamOnt

05.03.2026 21:20 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Get the jump on summer with our special pre-art camps, Studio Starters! Designed for ages 4-6 and 7+, this is a great option for children who wrap their school year early.

Learn more and register now at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/classes > Spring 2026 or call us at (πŸ“ž) 905-628-6357 #1 β˜€οΈ

05.03.2026 20:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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DVSA 50/50 Raffle at The Art Auction

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Get your tickets online at dvsa.ca/50-50 or in-person at
the front desk.

Purchasers must be 18 years of age or older. For full rules & regulations, visit dvsa.ca/50-50
. Problem gaming information: Connex Ontario 1-866-531-
2600 | connexontario.ca

05.03.2026 18:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Sandra Brewster to kick-off Arthur Greenblatt Artist Talk Series at DVSA The acclaimed Canadian artist will deliver the first free public lecture May 15 at Dundas Valley School of Art

www.dundastoday.com/local-news/s...
#Hamont

04.03.2026 20:34 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Winter Term may be winding down, but there is still time to join one of our upcoming one-day workshops. These concentrated classes are a great option for enhancing skills in a flexible format.

Register at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/classes > Winter 2026 or call us at (πŸ“ž) 905-628-6357 ext. 1 ✨

04.03.2026 20:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us for the inaugural talk in the Arthur Greenblatt Artist Talk Series with multidisciplinary artist Sandra Brewster on Friday, May 15 at 7:00pm.

Free.

🎟️ Reserve your spot at dvsa.ca

04.03.2026 15:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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In our new partnership with Centre[3], DVSA is excited to announce the summer camp Create & Connect for ages 14–16.

Learn more and register at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/classes > Summer Art Camp 2026 or call us at (πŸ“ž) 905-628-6357 ext. 1 ✨

03.03.2026 16:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us Thur. May 7 from 6:30–8:00pm for the Opening Receptions of the Diploma Student Show 2026

This year the show extends across two locations: the DVSA Galleries will have work from all 3 years of the diploma program, while Piques & Valleys will host an off-site show by the graduating class.

03.03.2026 15:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Last call for this Friday’s P.A. Day Art Camps! Secure your spot with one of our three fabulous instructors and explore camp options for ages 4-6 and 7+.

Learn more and register at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/pa-day-artcamps/ or call us at (πŸ“ž) 905-628-6357 #1 🎨✨

02.03.2026 14:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This March Break, dive into the world of puppetry and performance in Puppets & Masks with Nancy Benoy! 🎭

Learn more and register at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/classes/ > March Break Art Camp 2026 or call us at πŸ“ž 905-628-6357 #1

28.02.2026 12:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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If there’s a weekend workshop you’ve been eyeing, now’s the time to secure your spot! Join us for next week’s three-day botanical art intensive, or try your hand at one of our exciting one-day classes.

Register at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/classes > Winter 2026 or call us at (πŸ“ž) 905-628-6357 ext. 1 ✨

27.02.2026 20:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our next P.A. Day Art Camp is Friday, March 6! We have three engaging options to explore, with sessions for ages 4-6 and 7+.

Learn more and register today at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/pa-day-artcamps/ or call us at (πŸ“ž) 905-628-6357 #1 🎨✨

26.02.2026 20:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Attention art lovers and collectors! Our Live Auction Night returns Friday, April 10 featuring a selection of marquee artworks by Canadian icons and leading regional artists.

🎟 Tickets go on sale March 10 at dvsa.ca

πŸ”— For full event details, visit dvsa.ca

26.02.2026 17:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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DVSA 50/50 Raffle at The Art Auction

πŸ”—
Get your tickets online at dvsa.ca/50-50 or in-person at
the front desk.

Purchasers must be 18 years of age or older. For full rules & regulations, visit dvsa.ca/50-50
. Problem gaming information: Connex Ontario 1-866-531-
2600 | connexontario.ca

25.02.2026 18:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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In collaboration with Centre[3], DVSA is thrilled to announce two offsite spring classes for ages 14–17.

Learn more and register at (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/classes > Spring 2026 or call us at (πŸ“ž) 905-628-6357 ext. 1 ✨

24.02.2026 22:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Looking for Friday night plans? You won’t want to miss this week’s workshop: Drawing Self Portraits with Ward Shipman.

Learn more and register at (πŸ”—) https://reg137.imperisoft.com/dvsa/ProgramDetail/3539343238/Registration.aspx

24.02.2026 01:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us for an Artist Talk with Jacqui Oakley on Thursday, Apr. 23 from 1–2pm.

Hamilton-based artist Jacqui explores memory, identity and belonging through intricate ink-work and bold collaged landscapes.

πŸ”— Reserve your spot at dvsa.ca

22.02.2026 16:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Last call for March Break Art Camps! Camps are already over 90% full.

Led by professional artists, each program is designed to develop essential art skills in a welcoming studio environment.

To register, visit (πŸ”—) dvsa.ca/classes/ > March Break Art Camp 2026 or call us at πŸ“ž 905-628-6357 #1

22.02.2026 14:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌈 We invite all 2SLGBTQIA+ youth ages 14-19 to join artist Matthew Bailey at Dundas Valley School of Art for an introduction to ceramics.

πŸ₯£ Perfect for beginners but all skill levels are welcome. Clay and tools provided .

Call 905-628-6357, ext. 1 to register.
πŸ“21 Ogilvie Street, Dundas, ON

21.02.2026 22:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to R. Ward Shipman (@shipmanr.ward) for joining us on Friday, February 20 for an evening Artist Talk at DVSA.

If you couldn’t attend, the full talk will be available soon on our YouTube channel. We have more exciting Artist Talks lined up for 2026β€”visit πŸ”— dvsa.ca/upcoming-artist-talks/

21.02.2026 15:36 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0