Join us for a lively summer music series presented in partnership with the Varley Art Gallery, UBIA, and Markham Arts Council. Every Friday, enjoy live performances by local musicians that bring Main Street Unionville and the Varley courtyard to life with music and community spirit.
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Jul 18, 2025

Campers will explore the art of capturing stunning images using any camera, whether it’s a smartphone, digital camera, or tablet. They’ll learn how to experiment with different angles, lighting, and compositions to tell their own visual stories. With a focus on creativity over technicalities, kids will discover how to take amazing photos, express their ideas, and have fun doing it. No matter what camera you bring, this camp is all about the art of seeing the world through a lens!

At Creative Canvas, young artists will unleash their imagination on canvas, exploring a variety of painting techniques and styles. From vibrant abstract art to beautiful landscapes and portraits, campers will experiment with acrylics, tempera, and other fun materials. They’ll learn how to blend colors, create texture, and bring their ideas to life with each brushstroke.

Using a variety of painting materials, campers will experiment with fun techniques like splattering, brushing, and blending to create colourful, imaginative works of art. They’ll explore different styles, from abstract to nature-inspired, while learning the basics of paint mixing and texture. It’s all about having fun with colours, exploring new ideas, and discovering the joy of creating through paint!

Our camp is a haven for young artists to explore the enchanting world of crafting creatures, from fantastical beasts to friendly critters. Through a mix of painting, sculpting, and imaginative projects, kids will bring their crafty critters to life, fostering both artistic skills and a love for imaginative expression. Join us for a summer filled with laughter, creativity, and a gallery of delightful critters crafted by your child’s hands!

Presented in partnership with the Markham Group of Artists, this weekly Friday evening program offers a non-instructional life drawing session featuring a live model. Open to artists of all skill levels, the program provides a relaxed and supportive environment for exploring portraiture and life drawing. Participants are required to bring their own art materials. Space is limited.
*No session on Friday, June 20.

Join our Gallery Animateurs, Sophie Erdmann and Madeleine Chiappetta, for free 30-minute tours of our 2025 Summer Exhibitions, Between the Current and the Echo and All Aboard!
Tours are available in English.
The Gallery Animateurs program is funded by Canada Summer Jobs and the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham.
