Stone School – Art Pontiac

The School

A place to learn, create, and grow.

The Stone School at Art Pontiac is more than a classroom — it is a vibrant creative hub where knowledge is shared, skills are strengthened, and artistic voices are nurtured.

Rooted in community and guided by professional working artists, our school offers meaningful learning experiences in a welcoming, inspiring environment. Whether you are a beginner discovering your creative spark or an experienced artist refining your craft, the Stone School is a place where creativity is taken seriously and encouraged wholeheartedly.

Workshops & Courses

Our programming includes:

1-Day and 2-Day Intensive Workshops
Multi-week Courses
Masterclasses with Established Artists
Youth & Community Programming
Special Guest Instructors
Writers’ and Songwriters’ Sessions
Fine Craft & Traditional Arts
Professional Development for Artists

Workshops are designed to be hands-on, skill-building, and deeply engaging. We focus on both technique and artistic development — from foundational drawing and painting to fibre arts, sculpture, basket weaving, writing, songwriting, and more.

All upcoming workshops are posted on our Events page, with detailed descriptions, materials lists, and registration information.

Teaching Opportunities

The Stone School is proud to collaborate with talented instructors across disciplines.

We invite:

Professional visual artists
Fine craft practitioners
Writers and poets
Songwriters and musicians
Traditional and heritage craft masters
Arts educators

If you are passionate about teaching and committed to excellence in your field, we welcome proposals for workshops and courses.

What We Look For

Strong technical skill and experience
Clear, organized workshop structure
Engaging teaching style
Respect for diverse skill levels
Commitment to community learning

Teaching at the Stone School means contributing to a culture of artistic integrity, generosity, and mentorship.

To submit a workshop proposal, please contact us with:

A workshop outline
Instructor biography
Sample images or portfolio links
Proposed dates and format (1-day, 2-day, multi-week)

A Professional Creative Environment

Our school values:

Quality instruction
Respectful collaboration
Creative exploration
Skill-building excellence
A supportive artistic community

We are committed to providing a space where both teachers and students feel inspired, equipped, and valued.

Why Learn at the Stone School?

Because art matters.
Because skill matters.
Because community matters.

At the Stone School, creativity is not a hobby — it is a living practice. Here, ideas are shared, hands are busy, and artists leave stronger than when they arrived.

We look forward to learning with you.

The Stone School — Learning Without Walls

At The Stone School, creativity does not end at our doors. It expands — into studios, homes, classrooms, and quiet corners where inspiration strikes.

We are proud to offer a growing virtual learning platform designed to support artists wherever they are in their journey — across the Pontiac and beyond.

Virtual Workshops

Our seasonal workshops are now available in both in-person and virtual formats.

From basket weaving and fine painting to fibre arts, writing, and songwriting, our workshops are thoughtfully structured and led by practicing artists with real-world experience.

Virtual participants receive:

Live instruction and demonstrations
Interactive Q&A sessions
Materials lists in advance
Access to session recordings (when applicable)

Whether you join us for a one-day intensive or a two-day immersive experience, excellence in instruction remains at the heart of everything we do.

Creative Group Chats & Artist Forums

Learning flourishes in community.

We host virtual group discussions and artist forums focused on specific disciplines and creative themes. These sessions allow members to:

Exchange ideas and techniques
Discuss challenges and breakthroughs
Receive peer and mentor feedback
Build meaningful creative connections

Topics range from advanced painting techniques to memoir writing, songwriting craft, fibre design, exhibition preparation, and professional development.

One-on-One Instruction

For artists seeking focused guidance, The Stone School offers private virtual mentorship sessions across multiple disciplines.

Personalized instruction is available in:

Drawing & Painting
Fibre Arts
Writing & Memoir
Songwriting & Composition
Portfolio Development
Exhibition & Professional Practice

These sessions are tailored to the individual — whether refining technique, developing a body of work, or preparing for exhibition and publication.

Launching: Our YouTube Instructional Series

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Stone School YouTube Instructional Series.

This carefully curated series will feature:

Foundational skill-building lessons
Professional development tutorials
Studio practices and techniques
Artist-led demonstrations
Creative business guidance

Members will receive unlimited access to many of these instructional videos, allowing them to learn at their own pace and revisit lessons as often as needed.

Select content will also be available to the public, with premium instructional material reserved exclusively for members.

A Living School

The Stone School is more than a physical space — it is a living, evolving centre for artistic growth.

Through virtual access, digital instruction, and ongoing community dialogue, we are building a platform where artists can continue to learn, refine, and thrive — no matter where they create.

We invite you to join us in this new chapter of accessible, professional, and inspired arts education.

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