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CREATIVE AND ARTISTIC PLACES TO VISIT IN NEW BRUNSWICK

- BY NEVE MCCORMACK

In New Brunswick, there is always something new to learn or participat­e. Take a class and memories for a lifetime. Head over to New Brunswick and make the most of the best creative and artistic places to visit.

In beautiful, bilingual New Brunswick, there are experience­s galore for the interested student. with options for kids, seniors and everybody in between, find your new passion or fulfill part of a bucket list in the province.

PAINTING

Fun for all ages, visit the Clay Café in Fredericto­n and discover a newfound joy in bringing home a customized piece of pottery. There are more than 300 pieces available to paint, from mugs and plates to vases and fairy tale figurines. With tons of colors to choose from, the piece can go from colorless and drab to bright and cheerful. Take a trip 356 Queen Street, Fredericto­n to paint your perfect piece.

QUILTING

Kathy Tidswell, a fibre artist and quilter from New Brunswick has been teaching since 1993. She offers workshops on applique, unique buttons and embroidery. Under her watchful eye test out your capability and learn all about the art of quilting. Tidswell assist students in perfecting their techniques and teaches new pupils the basics or sewing. visit her studio at 683 Route 104 Burtts Corner.

ARTS

Drop by the Sunbury Shores Art and Nature Centre and sign up for a one of a kind course, taught by an experience­d instructor. With a print shop, pottery studio, painting and jewellery and metal studio, there is something for anyone. There are classes for kids, teens and adults. This way everyone can join in the fun. visit 139 Water Street at St. Andrews to take a course and learn something new.

At Hooper Studios, art classes also come with energy wellness courses too. Draw, meditate and relieve stress. Classes can range from sculpting, painting, drawing and then going for a walk to get the creative juices flowing. These activities encourage physical, mental and emotional wellness for the students. Find Art at Hooper Studios at 177 Kennebecas­is River Road in Hampton.

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