We all know the saying “you never know until you try.” That’s why you should go out in Kingston, pick up a medium you’ve never touched, and explore the knowledge the city’s local artisans have to offer.
The Kingston community works together to bring amazing events, and the city is home to many galleries. With such a culturally rich community, you’re sure to find heaps of amazing classes where you can learn, explore, and play with new mediums. Here are some ways to get creative in Kingston.
3071 Burbrook Road
To think that you can mould glass by blowing into a tube. Kingston Glass Studio not only sells glass pieces, but also offers classes where you can poke, prod, turn, and blow a glass creation to take home with you. They invite beginners aged 16 and over to get creative in their studio. Visit their website to book your class.
745 Development Drive #7
Amaranth Stoneware is a quirky pottery studio in the west end that has been around for over 25 years. They boast customers from across North America and offer pottery classes for both beginners and intermediates. With all materials provided and small class sizes, you’re bound to learn pottery techniques, meet some new friends, and create stunning pieces you can take home with you. Visit their website to book a class.
370 King Street West (Unit 209)
Located in the Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning, the Kingston Lapidary and Mineral Club provides a positive environment for local and visiting rockhounds, lapidary enthusiasts, and silversmiths. Beginner silversmithing courses are 15 hours in length, divided into five sessions of three hours each. The small class sizes—each capped at eight students—allow you to engage directly with the two expert instructors. They also offer intermediate classes at various times throughout the year. Visit their website to see their class schedule and learn more about the various courses.
The Tett Centre offers weekly creative classes and activities. Visit their website for more details. For more places where you can get creative and meet new friends, read social crafting spaces in Kingston.
