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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
👀 Here's a peek at what we've got going on this weekend at Holiday Hoopla, our FREE Family Art Day.

Join us on Sunday, December 14 from 1:30-4:30 pm and take part in a festive afternoon of art-full activities.
December 12, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Ooooh, it's a day for RAKU!
#HamOnt #pottery
December 12, 2025 at 4:55 PM
THIS WEEKEND is Holiday Hoopla, our FREE Family Art Day, on Sunday, December 14 from 1:30-4:30 pm.

Family Art Days are made possible through the generous support of incite Foundation for the Arts.
December 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Inspire your young artist with our NEW full-day winter camp, Cozy Creations with Heather Smith! The artists will reflect on their favorite 2025 memories and set intentions for the year ahead.

Register now at (🔗) https://reg137.imperisoft.com/dvsa/ProgramDetail/3539353832/Registration.aspx
December 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Pre-order your Beginner Pottery Kit and get all the essential tools for DVSA’s introductory pottery classes. 🏺

Pre-order your kit today! Order online when registering for your class, visit the front desk, or call us at 905-628-6357 ext. 1 ✨
December 9, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Saturday's opening for our Building Better Homes exhibition was a busy one as people came out to see the work created by the artists in our Art and Climate Change course The show is on at DVSA until Jan. 9. More at dvsa.ca/building-bet....
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December 8, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Registration is open for our Children & Teen March Break Art Camps! Our camps are the perfect creative escape, with both AM and PM options available for ages 4+.

For more information and to register, visit (🔗) dvsa.ca/classes/ > March Break Art Camp 2026 or call us at 📞 905-628-6357 #1.
December 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Our Beginner Drawing Kits are now available for pre-order and include all the basic supplies needed for DVSA’s introductory drawing classes. ✏️

Pre-order your kit today! Order online when registering for your class, visit the front desk, or call us at 905-628-6357 ext. 1 ✨
December 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
OPENING SATURDAY in the DVSA Galleries: Building Better Homes – a group exhibition by artists in the Art and Climate Change workshop series.

🕘 Join us for the Opening Reception on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 12-2pm.
December 5, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Get ready for some festive family fun! ❄️

Holiday Hoopla, our FREE Family Art Day is coming up on Sunday, December 14 from 1:30-4:30 pm.

Family Art Days are made possible through the generous support of incite Foundation for the Arts.
December 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Thank you to everyone who took part in our Pop-Up Art Auction and congrats to the winning bidders – we hope you enjoy your new artworks! Pick-up details for successful bidders are now available at dvsa.ca/holiday-auction

We look forward to seeing you again for our 55th Annual Art Auction 👀
December 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
What better end to the Fall Term than spending a week discovering (or re-discovering) the joy and magic of raku pottery in our upcoming weeklong intensive!

All levels of experience are welcome! Register now at (🔗) https://reg137.imperisoft.com/dvsa/ProgramDetail/3538373537/Registration.aspx
December 5, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Students spent the term taking the next steps in their painting journey and developing their personal style with James Gummerson. Through flexible studio time and guided instruction, the class focused on refining their creative process and gaining confidence in turning concepts into finished pieces!
December 4, 2025 at 11:45 PM
THIS WEEKEND is the Open House for our Full-Time Diploma program. Drop-in to tour the studios, chat with our Visual Arts Director, and get your questions answered.

🗓️ Saturday, December 6
🕐 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
📍 21 Ogilvie Street, Dundas, ON

Learn more at dvsa.ca/full-time
December 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
⏰ Last chance to bid! ⏰

Bidding begins closing tonight, December 4th at 7:00pm, 1 item each minute. Be sure to verify the closing time of your favourite items so you can place your final bids.

Place your bids now at (🔗) dvsa.ca/holiday-auction
December 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Bidding ends tomorrow for our DVSA Holiday Auction. Find the perfect gift for someone on your list!

🖼️ Online Auction Lot #23
🎨 “Lean In Together” by Ashley Toner
🎨 Oil & Acrylic, 30'' x 40''

Lots begin closing on December 4 at 7pm EST. Bid now at (🔗) dvsa.ca/holiday-auction/
December 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Refresh your watercolour skills in our upcoming full-day intensive, Watercolour Winter Scenes!

Reserve your spot today! Learn more at (🔗) https://reg137.imperisoft.com/dvsa/ProgramDetail/3538363939/Registration.aspx
December 3, 2025 at 10:30 PM
A big thank you to all our amazing donors! Your support continues to keep DVSA strong and nurtures creativity right here in our community. We’re so grateful for your generosity this #GivingTuesday and throughout the year.
December 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
There’s still time to bid on our DVSA Holiday Auction! Lots start closing tomorrow at 7pm EST.

🖼️ Online Auction Lot #20
🎨 “Rainbow Forest” by Steve Sianchuk
🎨 Acrylic on Canvas, 12'' x 12''

Proceeds directly support DVSA programs and our artists. Full event details at (🔗) dvsa.ca/holiday-auction/
December 3, 2025 at 1:01 PM
It’s the last weekend of our fall Sunday workshops and we’re closing out the term with an amazing lineup! Learn a cozy new skill and maybe even create a few handmade gifts along the way.

Secure your spot today! Register now at (🔗) dvsa.ca/classes > Fall 2025 or call us at (📞) 905-628-6357 ext. 1 ✨
December 3, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Bidding continues for this year’s DVSA Holiday Auction! Explore 51 fabulous original pieces up for bid.

🖼️ Online Auction Lot #18
✨ “Large Oval B+W Double Leaf” by Gillian Sych
✨ Ceramic, 19.25'' x 12''

Lots start closing on December 4 at 7 pm EST. Learn more at (🔗) dvsa.ca/holiday-auction/
December 2, 2025 at 8:01 PM
OPENING THIS WEEKEND: Building Better Homes – a group exhibition by artists in the Art and Climate Change workshop series.

🕘 Join us for the Opening Reception on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 12-2pm.
🗓️ On view from December 9, 2025 to Jan 9, 2026.

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December 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Bidding is now open for our second festive DVSA Holiday Auction!

🖼️ Online Auction Lot #07
🎨 “Brewing” by Jan Kendrick
🎨 Oil, 18” x 18”

Lots begin closing on December 4 at 7pm EST, so get your bids in! Full event details are available at (🔗) dvsa.ca/holiday-auction/
December 2, 2025 at 3:02 PM