Sara Wiens shares her beginning process for creating the final pieces for the exhibition, “In Conversation with Vivian Lindoe”. A behind the scenes look at an artist’s process and thoughts.

“In Dialogue with Vivian Lindoe” exhibition at The Salmon Arm Arts Centre. Ten artists respond to seriographs recently donated to the Community Art Collection.

Art workshops exploring making marks with different tools and materials. We’ll use plants and natural objects to practice drawing from observation with fluidity and freedom. Click “read more” to sign up.

Artists often talk about mark making. When we do, we mean that we are learning and practicing the kind of imprint we can leave on a page. It’s an intentional act to leave a mark which can have a wide range of meaning.

I can see how creativity was saving me. It helped me deal with frustrations and the stress of this pandemic. But more than this, creativity allowed me to thrive in the middle of this chaotic time.