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Arts and Culture in Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill offers residents and visitors to the community a variety of arts and cultural opportunities. Richmond Hill's Recreation and Culture Plan supports arts and culture projects to create a vibrant community.
Art and Fine Craft Workshops
Get creative with our new selection of Art Workshops this Winter.
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Radiant Resin Art: Korean Pearl Crafts with Kay Lee - January 31 |
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Date: Saturday, January 31 Discover the timeless beauty of Najeonchilgi – the traditional Korean art of mother-of-pearl inlay – with artist-instructor Kay Lee. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you will craft a shimmering, intricate keepsake by inlaying iridescent pieces of mother-of-pearl onto lacquerware. This session invites you to explore Korean heritage with a modern twist. |
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The Art of Paper Quilling: Snowflake Splendour with Hyunah Yi - February 7 |
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Date: Saturday, February 7 Discover the art of paper quilling – a relaxing and intricate craft that involves rolling and shaping thin strips of paper to create beautiful designs with dimension. In this winter-inspired workshop, artist-instructor Hyunah Yi will guide you step-by-step through foundational quilling techniques. You’ll create your own intricate snowflake design, perfect as a keepsake, ornament, or gift. |
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Traditional Chinese Ink-Brush Painting with Meng (Pauline) Lee - February 28 |
| Date: Saturday, February 28
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Discover the beauty and simplicity of Traditional Chinese Brush Painting, “the art of painting with the spirit.” This ancient art form uses brush, ink, and rice paper to capture the feeling or essence of a subject rather than every detail. Artist Meng (Pauline) Lee will guide you step-by-step as you paint simple yet graceful nature scenes. |
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Whimsical Feltwork Creatures with Elena Molev - March 7 |
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Date: Saturday, March 7 Discover the fun and tactile craft of needle felting in this one-day workshop. Artist-instructor Elena Molev will guide you through using special barbed needles to sculpt loose wool fibres into a charming felt bunny. Whether you’re new to felting or a seasoned creator, you’ll take home a delightful wool rabbit, both adorable and uniquely your own. |
| Sketching Spaces: Architectural Drawing 101 with Hareem Ahmed - March 21 |
| Date: Saturday, March 21 Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Registration Code: 141670 Join fine art and architectural illustrator Hareem Ahmed in turning a photo of a place you hold dear, into a lasting keepsake using the art of architectural drawing. Perfect for beginners, this workshop focuses on foundational skills while encouraging a personal, expressive touch to bring your chosen space to life on paper. |
| Botanical Expressions: Colour Photo Transfer & Mixed Media with Nancy Falconi - March 28 |
| Date: Saturday, March 28
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. In this fun, hands-on one-day workshop, artist-instructor Nancy Falconi will guide you through creating a unique fusion of image and imagination – part photograph, part painting, all your own creation. During this workshop you will learn how to transfer images, layer acrylic washes, and use texture and artistic detail to bring a floral photograph to life. |
There is a lot to do in Richmond Hill if you are interested in arts and culture.
- Participate in festivals and events
- Visit galleries and exhibits
- View public art
- Listen to stories about Richmond Hill's unique history and culture
Places to visit
There are a number of places to visit in Richmond Hill to experience arts and culture. Some of our most popular locations include:
- Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
- Boynton House Art Exhibition Space
- Richmond Hill Heritage Centre
- Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame
- Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory
Things to see and do
Richmond Hill has a variety of events, shows and activities that offer residents and visitors a chance to take part in arts and culture in the community, such as:
- Festivals and Events
- Moonlight Movies
- Merry Marketplace
- First Night
- Richmond Hill ArtWalk
- Culture Days
- Cultural Summit
- Visual Art Gallery
- Richmond Hill Studio Tour.
Support for the Arts
Richmond Hill supports the arts in our community through a variety of programs and services, including: