There's a lot happening at Agnes.

Welcome Back.

It’s been a little while since you’ve heard from us, but there has been plenty happening at Agnes.

This newsletter signals our return to your inbox and were happy to be back. As work continues on our new home, we’re getting ready for an exciting new chapter. Over the coming months, we’ll be sharing more about the new Agnes, what’s happening behind the scenes and what you can look forward to as we prepare to welcome you back. In the meantime, there are still lots of ways to connect with Agnes.

Our fall season is underway with artist-led classes, workshops, talks and programs for children, youth, adults and families. We’re glad to be back in your inbox. Here’s what’s happening this fall.

Fall Into Something New.

The time is here to make something, learn something and try something new this fall. We have several upcoming artist-led classes and workshops at Agnes, with opportunities for beginners, experienced makers, families and young people.

A Few Fall Favourites.

Learn More and Register	Making Magic: A Picture Book Workshop 22 September – 1 December Join author Y.S. Lee and illustrator Alexandra Finkeldey for this engaging 10-week course that guides participants through the creative process of developing an original picture book, from first words to drafted illustrations.
Learn More and Register	Aerosol Art 101 with EronOne 3 and 4 October Teens aged 13–18 are invited to join artist EronOne for a two-day workshop exploring aerosol art and spray paint techniques. Participants will develop their designs in their sketchbooks before learning safe and effective spray-painting methods.
Learn More and Register	Printing for Giving 5 – 26 November 2026 Learn with artist Lisa Leskien to create meaningful, hand-printed gifts in this 4-week linocut printmaking class. By the end of the class, you’ll take home a printed set of cards, a roll of wrapping paper, four ornaments, and a tote bag, along with the skills and inspiration to create endless hand-printed treasures.

There’s More to Explore.

More Ways to Connect.

Agnes Bytes: Materializing The Cloud 18 September 2026 · 12–1 pm Online via Zoom · Free Join artist and researcher Kevin T. Day and Dr Anne Pasek for a conversation exploring the material, environmental, social and political dimensions of digital infrastructure. REGISTER →

Isabel and Alfred Bader Lecture in European Art 29 October 2026 · 6–7:30 pm In Person / Online · Free Join Dr Mei Mei Rado for the 2026 Isabel and Alfred Bader Lecture in European Art, exploring art, history and cultural exchange through new perspectives. REGISTER →

Be Part of What Comes Next.

As we prepare to open our new home, we are looking forward to new possibilities for art, artists, students and our community. Membership is a simple and meaningful way to be part of this next chapter. Your membership helps Agnes support artists, present exhibitions, create opportunities for students and offer programs that bring people together through art. Members also enjoy special benefits, discounts and more ways to connect with Agnes and right now is a great time to join…

Become a member today and receive two years of membership for the price of one.

Join us and be part of what comes next.

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It’s Good to Be Back.

We’ll be sharing more updates and opportunities with you in the future. Stay tuned for news, stories from behind the scenes, updates on the new Agnes and a first look at some of what we have planned for our return. More fall programs and events are on the way, with opportunities to make art, learn something new and connect with artists, ideas and each other. We look forward to sharing more soon.

Thank you for following along, joining us at our programs and events, and continuing to support Agnes.