Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts

Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts We are a non-profit, charitable arts foundation in the creative district of downtown Collingwood.

The Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts is a non-profit arts organization run by artists and volunteers. We are located in the heart of the Historic Downtown District of Collingwood. Our mandate is to promote excellence in the arts in the Southern Georgian Bay community by developing and presenting creative and innovative programming, outreach activities and educational opportunities for all. We

have a beautiful gallery with monthly rotating exhibits and a gift shop representing up to 30 local artists. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram .

09/07/2026

🍁 Make art part of your autumn with BMFA. Explore upcoming workshops in painting, pottery, weaving, printmaking, drawing, and more. Whether you're trying something new or building on existing skills, there's something for everyone this season.
🌟 Upcoming Workshops
🎭 Open Life Drawing Sessions📅 September 3 & 10 | 6 PM - 8PM
☀️ Cyanotype Workshop📅 September 9 | 10 AM - 1PM
🎨 Adventures in Painting w/Stephanie Schrim📅 September 8 - 22 | 11 AM - 2 PM
🍂 Weave a Thanksgiving Table Runner 📅 September 12 | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
🍄 Sketching the Forest:w/Sarah Hancock📅 October 5 | 10AM - 12PM
🎨 Intro to Plein-Air Landscape Painting📅 October 8 | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
🏺 Hand-Built Pottery Workshop📅 October 14 or 19 | 9AM - 12PM
🧵 Linocut Printing on Textiles📅 October 25 | 1PM - 4 PM
🎟️ Register s!early. Spaces are limited.
https://www.bmfa.on.ca/events/

09/06/2026

Step into Creativity with BMFA! 🍂September is here and it's the perfect time to join the fun. Join us for exhibitions, inspiring workshops, and creative experiences.
📸 34th Annual Juried Photo Show📅 September 13 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

🎶 Collingwood Art Crawl📅 September 13 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Visit the BMFA Shop & Gallery featuring guest artists, art, music, and creativity in downtown Collingwood.

Workshops:
🎭 Open Life Drawing Sessions📅 September 3 & 10 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
☀️ Cyanotype Workshop📅 September 9 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
🎨 Adventures in Painting with Stephanie Schrim📅 September 8 - 22 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
🍂 Weave a Thanksgiving Table Runner📅 September 12 | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
🍄 Sketching the Forest: Mushroom Foray with Sarah Hancock📅 October 5 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
🎨 Intro to Plein-Air Landscape Painting📅 October 8 | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
🏺 Hand-Built Pottery Workshop📅 October 14 or 19 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
🧵 Linocut Printing on Textiles📅 October 25 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

🛍️ Please, Visit our guest artists at the Collingwood Farmers' Market every Saturday, and stop by the BMFA Gift Shop & Gallery Wednesday through Saturday, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

✨ This is why arts and culture matter to our community. And there's more to come!

🎟️ Register early. Spaces are limited.
📬 Sign up for our newsletter at BMFA.ca to stay up to date on workshops, events, and exhibitions.

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09/05/2026

☀️ What a summer! 🎨🌻A few highlights from an amazing season at BMFA:
• Art Market & Farmers' Market fun
• A fantastic Summer Show
• Indoor & outdoor art workshops and Artful by Nature at Duntroon Highland
• Our gallery shop and artists keeping creativity thriving
• A successful Constellations Art Auction
• Congratulations to Sarah Hancock, recipient of the Kemp Award 🏆
🍂 But we're not done yet!
📸 The 34th Annual Juried Photography Show is now on display at the BMFA Hub (65 Simcoe St.), with a reception on September 13.
🎨 Join us for Collingwood's Art Crawl on September 19, 4-8 PM, where the Hub will be buzzing with creative surprises.
Summer may be wrapping up, but fall is full of artistic treats. Stay tuned... there's plenty more in store! ✨A heartfelt thank you to our incredible volunteers, artists, instructors, sponsors, and community supporters who generously shared their time, talent, and energy. You helped make every event a success! ❤️

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09/03/2026

🍁 Happy Labour Day Long Weekend from BMFA! 🎨As summer comes to a close and September begins, it's the perfect time to try something new. Join us this month for inspiring workshops and artistic experiences for all skill levels!
🎭 Open Life Drawing Sessions 📅 September 3 & 10🕕 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
☀️ Cyanotype Workshop📅 September 9🕙 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Discover the magic of this historic sun-powered printing and create beautiful blue-toned artwork.
🎨 Adventures in Painting w/ Stephanie Schrim📅 September 8 - September 22🕚 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Explore painting techniques, colour, and creativity in this engaging workshop series.
🍂 Weave a Thanksgiving Table Runner!📅 September 12🕤 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Create a beautiful handcrafted table runner just in time for Thanksgiving gatherings.
✨ Plus more workshops, classes, and opportunities throughout September and the autumn season!
🎟️ Spaces are limited, so register early.
📬 Sign up for our newsletter at BMFA.ca to stay up to date on workshops, events, and all things BMFA.
🍁 Wishing you a wonderful Labour Day weekend and a creative start to the autumn season!

09/02/2026

📸 We've had a busy week getting the 34th Annual Juried Photo Show ready, and we're excited to finally share it with you! A huge thank you to our Photo Show Committee, Hanging Committee, and everyone whoprepared the walls for the new installation. Your hard work has paid off. The show looks fantastic!

Featuring outstanding photography selected by acclaimed jurors .dusek and Catherine D'Davey. Visit the art exhibit in person to explore The Hub at 65 Simcoe Street, home to the BMFA Shop, Gallery, Press Room Gallery and artists' studio

Be sure to join us at the reception on September 13 to meet fellow photography enthusiasts, celebrate the artists, and experience this exceptional exhibition. We look forward to seeing you there! 📷

📅 September 2 - November 1
🎉 Reception: September 13, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
📍 BMFA Hub, 65 Simcoe St., Collingwood

🏆 Special thanks to our sponsors: Gabrielle Photography, Sensor Technology Ltd., The Prasad Family Foundation, Annette Snowdon, and Douglas Bean.

✨ Mark your calendars and join us for this highly anticipated celebration of photography! ✨

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08/31/2026

🌟📸 Get ready to see the world through a new lens! The 34th Annual Juried Photo Show is almost here, featuring outstanding photography selected by acclaimed jurors .dusek and Catherine D'Davey.
📅 September 2-November 1 and DONT MISS THE Reception - Sept. 13 at 1 – 3pm
📍 BMFA Hub, 65 Simcoe St., Collingwood
🏆 Special thanks to our sponsors: Gabrielle Photography, Sensor Technology Ltd., The Prasad Family Foundation, Annette Snowdon and Douglas Bean!
Visit the art exhibit on Sept 2 in person to explore The Hub at 65 Simcoe Street, home to the BMFA Shop, Gallery, Press Room Gallery and artists' studio See you soon!

✨ Mark your calendars and join us for this highly anticipated celebration of photography! ✨

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08/30/2026

🎉BMFA Constellations Art Auction Closed • Goal Achieved! 🎨❤️
Thank you to our amazing artists, bidders, volunteers, photographers, graphic designers, and supporters who made this fundraiser a success! ✨

Together, we turned creativity into impact. 💙

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08/26/2026

⏰ Last Chance to Bid ONLINE for Original Artwork — Auction Closes Thursday at 8 PM!
Time is running out! so don't miss your chance to take home an original work of art while supporting the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts.
✨ Featuring original pieces from established professional artists and emerging local talent, all generously donated to help advance arts and culture in our community.
Whether you're looking for a statement piece, a pop of colour, or the perfect gift, now is the time to bid!
🔗 Bid now: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/constellations-4 or link in bio
📍 On view: 65 Simcoe St., Collingwood
⏰ Final online bidding closes Thursday at 8 PM
❤️ Thank you to the incredible artists who donated their work in support of the arts.
📸 Gallery wall photos by the fabulous
A few of the donating artists:
, .at.elfworks adventures i .art.doherty
.theis .lomas a


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08/24/2026

⏰ Last Chance to Bid ONLINE for Original Artwork — Auction Closes Thursday at 8 PM!
Time is running out! so don't miss your chance to take home an original work of art while supporting the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts.
✨ Featuring original pieces from established professional artists and emerging local talent, all generously donated to help advance arts and culture in our community.
Whether you're looking for a statement piece, a pop of colour, or the perfect gift, now is the time to bid!
🔗 Bid now: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/constellations-4 or link in bio
📍 On view: 65 Simcoe St., Collingwood
⏰ Final online bidding closes Thursday at 8 PM
❤️ Thank you to the incredible artists who donated their work in support of the arts.
📸 Gallery wall photos by the fabulous
A few of the donating artists:
, .at.elfworks
.adventures .art.doherty
.theis .lomas

08/21/2026

Last Chance to Bid on Original Artwork! 🎨✨

There's just one week left to explore and bid on the incredible artwork featured in the Constellations Art Auction.

Discover original pieces by both established professional artists and emerging local talent, generously donated to support the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts. We're deeply grateful to these artists for contributing their work to help advance arts and culture in our community. ❤️

Whether you're looking to add colour, character, or a statement piece to your home, this is a unique opportunity to acquire original art while supporting an important local arts charity.

🔗 Bid now: Constellations Art Auction
📅 Auction on view until August 27
📍 65 Simcoe St., Collingwood
🏁 Final bidding closes August 27 at 8 PM

📸 Gallery wall photos by the fabulous
A few of the donating artists:
, .at.elfworks .adventures .art.doherty Jenn Hage .theis .lomas

Address

65 Simcoe Street
Collingwood, ON
L9Y1H7

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

705-445-3430

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