Andrew and Laura McCain Art Gallery

6 Week Wheel Course with Jenna Ross
2026-02-22 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | River Art Centre, 8746 Main St., Florenceville-Bristol, New Brunswick

Clay Drop-in: Intermediate
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-26 18:00 - 20:00 | River Art Centre, 8746 Main St., Florenceville-Bristol, New Brunswick

Creating a Body of Work: Workshop for Artists
2026-02-28 10:00 - 16:00 | River Art Centre, 8746 Main St., Florenceville-Bristol, New Brunswick
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Whether you are working in clay or paint, making drawings or taking photographs, how do you create a series of images or objects that successfully form a “body of work”?
Join artist Stephen Hutchings for this full-day workshop where you will be led through a discussion of content, themes, and graphic elements that are used to help make art and craft-work more unified.
You are encouraged to bring in some of your own works so that the concepts and discussions can be relevant to what you are currently working on.
When: Saturday, February 28 from 10AM-4PM
Where: River Art Centre, Upstairs: 8746 Main St, Florenceville-Bristol
Cost: $40
To register or for questions:
(506) 392-6769 or info@mccainartgallery.com

Raku Make-it Day
2026-02-28 12:00 - 16:00
Join Jenna for a handbuilding session where you will be led through making pots using Raku clay! You will leave having completed a minimum of 3 pots which prepares you to sign up for the Raku firing this summer!
If you wish to make more pots for the Raku firing, you can attend any clay drop-in until April 30th and ask for Raku Clay (drop-in pricing applies).
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Date: Saturday, February 28 2026
Time: 12pm-4pm
Location: River Art Centre, 8746 Main St, Florenceville Bristol
Cost: $40

To register: info@mccainartgallery.com or (506) 393-6769

*Important note: The raku firing workshop is separate: June 13, 9AM-5PM, $60.
Raku Firing Day Details

2.0 6-Week Wheel Course
2026-03-02
Ready to take your pottery skills to the next level? This Level 2 wheel course with Jenna’s Wheelhouse is designed for those who have the basics down and want to build more control, precision, and intention in their work.
This class expands on foundational techniques with a focus on making pieces well — not just making them survive 😄
Over 6 sessions, you’ll explore:
✨ Refining cylinders and improving consistency✨ Replication and working with measurement✨ Accounting for shrinkage✨ Throwing with more than 1 lb of clay✨ Throwing off the hump✨ Creating a lidded pot
By the end, you’ll feel more confident, controlled, and intentional at the wheel.
📅 Dates: March 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 23⏰ Time Options: 2–5 PM | 6–9 PM💰 Cost: $300📍 Location: River Art Centre (8746 Main St, Florenceville-Bristol)📩 Register: 506-392-6769 | info@mccainartgallery.com
Spots are limited — reserve yours today!

2.0 6-Week Wheel Course
2026-03-02 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-04 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-09 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-11 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-16 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-23 14:00 - 17:00

Join Our Team!
2026-03-04
Each year the Gallery applies for funding from Canada Summer Jobs and SEED for two summer positions at the Gallery.
The SEED position is to be the Art Instructor for the summer art camps.
The Canada Summer Jobs position is for an administrative assistant at the gallery.
Duties can be shared depending on the candidates. Both positions are excellent for students pursuing a Visual Art degree at either post-secondary or university, and grade 12 students with suitable interests are invited to apply.
Please contact Jennifer at the Gallery with questions if you are interested in applying.
P.S. Always submit a cover letter with your application! Thanks
Questions:
(506) 392-6769
Apply Now!
jennifer@mccainartgallery.com
Art Camp Instructor
Start Date: June 9, 2026
Duration: 12 Weeks
In June, the Art Camp Instructor is responsible for planning the curriculum, ordering supplies, organising the studio, and preparing and delivering approximately eight art camps for children and youth. In July and August, the instructor will deliver weekly art camps for up to eight children or youth per camp, at the River Art Centre in Florenceville-Bristol New Brunswick. Mentoring, support, and art enrichment opportunities are offered by art professionals and some administrative and reception responsibilities are required of the instructor at various times during the summer.
Applicants must enjoy children, be self-directed, have effective communication, leadership, and organizational skills, as well as a willingness to learn. The position is ideal for students interested in Visual Art, who are currently enrolled in a post-secondary Education degree such as Early Childhood or Visual Art Programs. Qualified applicants from senior grades in high school are also encouraged to apply.
Administrative Assistant
Start Date: July 7, 2026
Duration: 8 Weeks
Working primarily at the Gallery and helping with summer art camp instruction, the Administrative Assistant will help at the Gallery with reception, providing information to visitors, and helping the Gallery team (Jennifer & Jeremy) look after all the tasks at the gallery.
Applicants must work well and efficiently with others, be detail-oriented, have strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills, and a willingness to learn.
This position is ideal for secondary school or college students who are currently enrolled in, or graduates of, Visual Arts or Admin Programs. Qualified applicants from senior grades in high school are also encouraged to apply.

Clay Drop-in: Newbie
2026-03-05 18:00 - 20:00

Encaustic Painting Workshop
2026-03-07
Encaustic Painting Workshop
Get ready to dive into the world of creativity by learning all about Encaustic painting with Elspeth Hagan!
Workshop Details:
MARCH 7, 2026
FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH:
9AM-12PM, $40
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FOR ADULTS:
1PM-4PM, $60
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AT THE RIVER ART CENTRE, DOWNSTAIRS
8746 MAIN ST, FLORENCEVILLE-BRISTOL
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Register now!
(506) 392-6769
info@mccainartgallery.com
What you will learn:
You will create two images on wood (one framed) using only wax, or if you choose, wax combined with other elements like paper, beads, or pictures. You are welcome to bring their own elements or work with the supplied materials.
*Special care has been taken to adapt the process to ensure a fully non-toxic experience. Heated wax and heat guns will be used with supervision.
But what on Earth is encaustic?
Encaustic “painting” is an ancient artform that uses heated beeswax combined with pigments to create distinctive images. Encaustic uses layered wax, scraped and carved to create beautiful patterns and scenes, and may incorporate other materials like coloured paper, pictures, beads, fibres, or similar mixed media. Oil paints may be used to highlight certain lines. The beauty of encaustic art lies in the distinctive texture, as well as the unpredictable and organic pictures emerging from the wax.
Special care has been taken to adapt the process to ensure a fully non-toxic experience. Heated was and heat guns will be used with supervision.
About your instructor:
Elspeth Hagan taught for almost a decade (part time) in the Studio program (ages 6-14) of the Royal Ontario Museum, as well as developing and delivering art-based museum programming to adults and children. Elspeth developed museum programming – including for seniors and differently abled adults – at the British Museum in London. Elspeth currently leads the River Valley 4-H Arts & Crafts program in Florenceville.
Elspeth has always admired the history and beauty of encaustic painting and has researched and taught this technique to children and adults.
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Encaustic Painting Workshop - Children & Youth
2026-03-07 09:00 - 12:00

Drawing with Stephen Hutchings
2026-03-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-28 10:00 - 12:00

Encaustic Painting Workshop - Adults
2026-03-07 13:00 - 16:00

Drawing with Stephen Hutchings
2026-03-07 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-28 13:30 - 15:30 | River Art Centre, 8746 Main St., Florenceville-Bristol, New Brunswick

Introduction to Linocut Printmaking
2026-03-14
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Join local artist Mahala McIntosh for a two-part immersive and hands-on linocut workshop – perfect for beginners and those with experience alike!
Part I: In this workshop, you will learn how to carve, ink, and print your own linocut.
Part II: Building off the skills learned in part I, you will learn about reduction printing and create a 2 colour reduction print.
*You are also welcome to participate in part II if you have taken linocut workshops previously.
Both classes are suited for ages 12+, with those 12-14 accompanied by an adult.
The linocuts will be 4.5″ by 6″ each class. You are welcome to bring your own image to use, and there will be images provided.
Dates: Part I: March 14, 1pm-4pm | Part II: March 21, 9:30am-3pm
Cost: Part I: $30 | Part II: $45 | OR $60 for both
Location: The River Art Centre, Downstairs : 8746 Main St, Florenceville-Bristol
If you have any questions, or wish to register:
(506) 392-6769 or info@mccainartgallery.com
What on Earth is Linocut Printmaking?
Linocut is a technique of relief printing, where you carve a design into a sheet of linoleum using sharp tools commonly called gouges. Once your design is carved, you then ink the linoleum using a roller, and put it ink-side down on the paper or fabric you wish to have the linocut on, and transfer the ink either by pressing with your hand very firmly, or with a press. This technique creates a bold, high-contrast image.
With this technique, the artist carves away the pieces they want to remain the colour of the paper (or fabric). *In reduction printing, after your first ink has transferred nicely, you then carve more away from the same linocut, which allows for multi-coloured linocut prints.
It should be noted that whatever you carve will be mirrored in the transfer.
Linocut is great for allowing bold styles, and is easier to carve than wood making it an excellent entry point for beginners.

Intro to Linocut Printmaking Part I
2026-03-14 13:00 - 16:00 | River Art Centre, 8746 Main St., Florenceville-Bristol, New Brunswick

Intro to Linocut Printmaking Part II
2026-03-21 09:30 - 15:00 | River Art Centre, 8746 Main St., Florenceville-Bristol, New Brunswick

Bonus Daytime Clay Drop-In
2026-03-22 13:00 - 15:00

Clay Marcos' Collection of Indigenous and Inuit Art
2026-03-28, 2026-04-01 - 2026-04-02, 2026-04-04

Clay Marcos' Collection of Indigenous and Inuit Art
2026-03-28 - 2026-04-25
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The Andrew & Laura McCain Art Gallery is honoured to present Dr. Clay Marco’s collection of Inuit and Indigenous art to the community. Originally from the Vancouver area, Dr. Marco developed an appreciation for the art of the Haida Nation, examples of which are featured in the west end of the gallery. Approximately twelve years ago, Dr. Marco began collecting Inuit art during professional trips to Nunavut. He traveled to many communities over the course of more than thirty visits, purchasing art in most of the locations where he worked or traveled. Many of these pieces are featured in the east end of the gallery.
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View Clay’s Book: Reflections of the NorthClay grew up in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, where he developed a strong connection to Haida Nation Art. He explains that the artists replicate his strong feeling of ties to the land, and that draws his attention in completely. To Clay, it’s some of the most beautiful art in the world!
Clay will be in attendance at the Gallery on Saturday, April 25 at 2pm for the Closing Reception.
If you have any questions, or wish to hear Clay speak about his collection, it’s the perfect time to stop by the gallery.

Gallery Closed: Good Friday
2026-04-03
Please note that the Gallery is closed for Good Friday.
We can’t wait to welcome you back tomorrow, Saturday April 4.
