Resident Art Groups
Resident Art Groups are community groups who meet regularly at the Richmond Cultural Centre. Representing a variety of artistic disciplines, these groups help strengthen Richmond's arts sector by providing opportunities for artistic development, creative exchange and community participation.
Resident Art Groups participate in annual events throughout Richmond such as Children’s Arts Festival, Doors Open, Culture Days and art sales. The groups animate the Richmond Cultural Centre studios through regular meetings, workshops, exhibitions and demonstrations while creating welcoming spaces for residents to explore and deepen their artistic practice.
All Resident Art Groups welcome new members. Contact the groups directly for more information and to get involved.
Chinese Artists Association of Richmond
The Chinese Artists Association of Richmond, a non-profit organization formed by a group of calligraphists and painters in Richmond, aims to promote Chinese arts and culture in the community. Through weekly lessons by volunteer teachers, the club provides a platform for adults to express a love for arts and nature, benefiting health and wellness.
With exhibitions and active participation in community events, the club strives to encourage the sharing and appreciation of Chinese calligraphy and painting among members, as well as people of different origins and cultures.
Email: rcac1116@gmail.com
Chinese Ink and Brush Society
The Chinese Ink and Brush Society aspires to promote the practice and appreciation of Chinese calligraphy through demonstrations and engagement. This ancient Chinese art form develops an eye for balance, simplicity and beauty in small details. Between strokes, there is conversation. Members learn techniques, appreciate tradition and enjoy a calm, reflective state of mind that connects skill with feeling.
Email:aleecibs2023@gmail.com
Richmond Artists Guild
Richmond Artists Guild was founded in 1955 with the goal of providing a forum for local artists to meet, improve skills and to learn more about art. Members of all levels, from beginner to professional, are welcome to participate in visual arts practices, including painting en plein air and life drawing, and to encourage, learn and support each other while fostering arts in the community.
The principal objective of the Richmond Artists Guild is to promote and encourage art in all forms, especially in painting, and to encourage all art interests in the community.
Email: rartguild@gmail.com
Website: Richmond Artist Guild
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Richmond Gem and Mineral Society
The Richmond Gem and Mineral Society was founded in 1957 to promote and foster the art of lapidary, silversmithing and rock-related hobbies. The club provides a friendly and supportive environment where members can learn and create in a fully-equipped workshop.
The Richmond Gem and Mineral Society is a diverse, inclusive and welcoming community with members of all skill levels, encouraging learning, creativity and connection.
Email: rgms.bc.info@gmail.com
Website: Richmond Gem and Mineral Society
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Richmond Photo Club
The Richmond Photo Club, founded in 1980, is comprised of a wide variety of beginner, intermediate and advanced photographers who shoot in digital format using many different techniques. Richmond Photo Club has a great cross section of members ranging from casual photographers to experienced shooters.
Email: richmond.photoclub@gmail.com
Website: Richmond Photo Club
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Richmond Potters' Club
The Richmond Potters’ Club is a non-profit community organization that was formed in 1969 by a group of local potters. The club’s goal is to promote and develop awareness in ceramics art in the Richmond and surrounding communities. Members are diverse in skill level, style and methods.
Email: president@richmondpottersclub.com
Website: richmondpottersclub.com
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Richmond Weavers and Spinners Guild
The Richmond Weavers and Spinners Guild (RWSG) seeks to promote, encourage and develop the art and craft of weaving, spinning and dyeing in Richmond’s community.
RWSG provides many resources and activities for weavers, spinners and dyers, including studio drop-ins, study groups, exchanges, equipment rentals, workshops and more.
Email: rwsgpublicity@gmail.com
Website: Richmond Weavers and Spinners Guild
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Textile Arts Guild of Richmond (TAGOR)
The Textile Arts Guild of Richmond (TAGOR), founded in 1975, is dedicated to advancing and encouraging all facets of artistic and practical textile arts including creative mending and repurposing. Members produce hundreds of items for Richmond community partners every year. TAGOR uses both in-person and Zoom platforms to enable wide participation in the community, artistic and learning adventures. Discover textile arts through speakers series, workshops, open studios, community involvement and the imagination of members.
Email: tagor1975@outlook.com
Website: Textile Arts Guild of Richmond (TAGOR)
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