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Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology

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sunburyshores.org Sunbury Shores Arts Centre is a non-profit where art and nature connect. We offer workshops, studio rentals, and exhibitions in Saint Andrews, NB. We support our community with arts education, diverse art, and support for local schools.

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Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 4h

Mindfulness and Moss is a four-hour community workshop exploring the intersection of art, mindfulness, and climate resilience. It combines fiber arts, reflection, and storytelling, encouraging participants to slow down, reconnect with nature, and find grounding through creativity.

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 5d

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the opening of Lucas Morneau’s Ballad Of The Queer Mummer! The show is up until November 9, don’t miss it!

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 6d

Discover the fundamentals of drawing or brush up on some neglected skills with these three evening workshops. #standrewsbythesea #artbythesea #sunburyshores #showyourwork #artistopportunities #sunburyshoresexhibitions #sunburyshoresworkshop #sunburyshorescourses #artcourse #creativecourses

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 6d

Open studio is happening this Saturday, October 18 from 10am - 3pm! All experience levels welcome! #makeart #makearttogether #artsocial #sunburyshores #standrewsbythesea #nbart #newbrunswickart #smalltownart #openstudio #artcommunity #sunburyshortsartcentre #sunburshoresart

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 12d

Spend a weekend drawing the figure with artist Stephen Hutchings! In this class, artists will learn and build on new techniques and skills while drawing with live models. #standrewsbythesea #artbythesea #sunburyshores #showyourwork #artistopportunities #sunburyshoresexhibitions

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 13d

Life Drawing is happening this Sunday, October 12, from 1:00pm to 3:30pm. Join us for an afternoon of drawing with a live model!#standrewsbythesea #artbythesea #sunburyshores #showyourwork #artistopportunities #sunburyshoresexhibitions #sunburyshoresworkshop #sunburyshorescourses #artcourse

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 15d

Join us this Friday, October 10, from 5 - 7pm for the opening of Lucas Morneau's "Ballad of the Queer Mummer"

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 18d

Looking for something creative for your kids on school PD days? Join us for hands-on art sessions as part of the PILOT program! #standrewsbythesea #artbythesea #sunburyshores #showyourwork #artistopportunities #sunburyshoresexhibitions #sunburyshoresworkshop #sunburyshorescourses #artcourse

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 19d

Our Speaker Series is back on Thursday, October 16, at 6:00pm. Join Artist Manny Travers for a discussion on the importance of artist run centres in contemporary art scenes.

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 20d

Join us this Saturday, October 4th from 10am - 3pm, for open studio! All skill levels welcome. 🌟 #makeart #makearttogether #artsocial #sunburyshores #standrewsbythesea #nbart #newbrunswickart #smalltownart #openstudio #artcommunity #sunburyshortsartcentre #sunburshoresart

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · 22d

In recognition of National Truth and Reconciliation Day the gallery at Sunbury Shores Art Centre will not be open for regular hours on September 30th, but we will be open between 12 - 3 PM so there is access to Indigenous Blue, an exhibition of paintings by Mi'kmaw artist, Brian Francis.

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Sep 17

Join artist Tara Francis on Saturday, September 27, for a day of creativity exploring the use of traditional materials.

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Sep 17

We're heading into cozy season! Perfect time to pick up a new hobby or project and get started in a low stakes social setting! Come join us this Saturday for Open Studio!
September 20
10 am - 3 pm

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Sep 11

We're a bit late in getting this month's Speaker Series out to you all, but it's gonna be a good one! We're excited to bring some Sunbury Shores Studio regulars with a range of experience together to talk residencies

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Sep 1

Two new exhibitions coming up! We'll be hosting the opening this Friday, Sept. 5, at 5 - 7 PM. Come join us to celebrate!

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Aug 29

Due to popular demand, Ralph Simpson is offering a second date for his Basket Weaving Workshop on Sunday, September 14. There's already just a few spots left, so head to the website to register before the class is full!

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Aug 26

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Aug 20

Last open studio of the summer! Come hang out and wrap up any summer projects you have going!
August 23
10 am - 3 pm

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Aug 13

Need help writing an artist statement? Check out or latest post! We've compiled advice and writing exercises to help you write an impactful statement.

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Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Aug 12

Here's some updates on our recent courses post, notably that the quillwork workshop is now a 1 day workshop at $90
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Get into art this fall, with new courses just added there’s something for everyone to get creative in cozy season.
Head to sunburyshores.org/courses to register

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Aug 11

Get into art this fall, with new courses just added there's something for everyone to get creative in cozy season.
Head to sunburyshores.org/courses to register

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Aug 5

Here's some extra info on the exhibition proposal workshop coming up this Thursday, August 7. Visit our website to register in advance and contact [email protected] if you have any questions.

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Aug 5

There was an error in our previous post. The opening reception for Kyla Chung's show, The Art of Balance, is August 8, 5 - 7 pm, not July 4.

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Aug 4

Join us this Friday, August 8th, to celebrate the opening of "The Art of Balance", an exhibition in the back gallery showcasing paintings by Kyla Chung.
Terry Graff's "Magpie in a Multiverse" will remain on display until August 30th.
📅 August 8
⏰ 5 - 7 pm

Sunbury Shores Arts & Ecology @sunburyshores.bsky.social · Jul 29

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7. 5 - 8 pm
The deadline to submit an exhibition proposal for Sunbury Shores' 2025/2026 program is August 30. Have you been stuck on your proposal or not sure where to start? We've got you with a workshop that is part info/question session and part work period!