Kawartha Arts Network

06/07/2026

Another successful KAN class.....look for our new fall schedule coming out soon!

05/24/2026

It's the second day of the Made in Kawartha Lakes show and sale here at the Lindsay Armoury. More and more people are coming through and marveling at all the beautiful local talent and artwork that our area has to offer.

The show runs til 4 so there's still time to come on down and take in all the wonderful art, talk to the artists, even indulge in some tasty treats. Not much to do outside, so spend your time inside here at MIKL

05/16/2026

We’re so excited to announce that KAN will be part of the 8th Annual Made in Kawartha Lakes Show + Sale this May! ✨

Join KAN alongside an incredible lineup of local makers, artists, food vendors, and live music at the Victoria Park Armoury in Lindsay. Come explore creativity, community, and all the amazing talent that makes Kawartha Lakes so special. 💙

📍 Victoria Park Armoury, Lindsay, ON
📅 May 23 + 24, 2026
🕙 10AM – 4PM

Admission is by donation to the Kawartha Lakes Arts Council.

We can’t wait to see everyone there and celebrate local art, connection, and community together! ✨

OntarioArtists LindsayOntario Community ArtShow ShopLocalOntario

05/07/2026

Our Seniors for Seniors program brings practicing senior artists into long-term care homes to lead hands-on, sensory-based workshops that spark creativity, connection, and joy.

Unlike a typical volunteer-led initiative, this program is powered by a team of compensated artists. We are deeply grateful for their dedication and for the vital support of the City of Kawartha Lakes, which makes this possible.

We are pleased to introduce the talented staff who bring this program to life (pictured from left to right): Muriel Ellis, Elayne Windsor, RoseMarie Condon, Heather Atherton, and Laurie Johnson.

Want to learn more or find out how to participate? We would love to hear from you. Please contact us at [email protected]

Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce

05/05/2026

Last Wednesday was the beginning of the new spring Life Drawing course and with it two new faces have joined the group: Brittany and Andrea. We look forward to seeing what they make.

This post comes somewhat reluctantly because Meta keeps flagging us over these life drawings, saying it violates their code of conduct even though all the necessary steps for censorship are taken. It gets rather tedious having to constantly appeal their ruling and hope that a human reviews the content instead of an algorithm. However, everyone does such a good job with their sketches it would be a shame not to share all this good work.

1. 5min drawing Rosemarie Condon
2. 25min drawing by Rosemarie Condon
3. 25min drawing by Markus Leydolt
4. 25min drawing by Amanda
5. 20min drawing by Amanda
6. 10min drawing by Andrea
7. 10min drawing by Brittany
8. 5min drawing by M-J Kelley
9. 25min drawing by Margaret
10. 25min drawing by Max Miller
11. 20min drawing by Ruth

Please give this post a like and/or a comment to show Meta that this is accepted and appreciated 🙏❤️. Support the arts!

05/04/2026

🎨✨ Let your inner child run free!

In the morning, we’ll dive into playful exploration—mixing paints, creating colours, and making beautiful painted papers and prints. 🖌️🌈

In the afternoon, we’ll transform those creations into something uniquely yours—landscapes, geometric abstracts, florals, or whatever your imagination inspires. 🌿🧩🌸

No rules, just creativity, joy, and expression. Come play. 💫

05/01/2026

KAN member Artwork by Lesley Drummond participated in this fundraiser for the Optimists Club. 🎈👍🏻👍🏻✨

A huge thank you to everyone who has participated in our Perch & Paint fundraiser!

We’re so grateful for the creativity, support, and community spirit you’ve shared with us. 🎨

A quick reminder that the submission deadline is today, April 30. Please be sure to drop off your masterpiece at the Gallery before 4:00 PM if you haven’t already.

Stay tuned for auction details where you’ll have a chance to bid on and take home these one-of-a-kind creations.

04/29/2026

We're sorry to say that the Colour Mixing & Matching class in May has been cancelled, not for lack of interest or attendance, but for other reasons.

There are still plenty of other exciting classes to sign up for, like the Acrylic Mediums Demo this happening Saturday from 10:00 to 12:30 at the Ampere Makerspace in Lindsay. There's one spot left, so if you want to attend this go to the link in the bio and register now!