Visual arts & new media

Art Hive Open Craft Studio

10:00 am-11:30 am; May 30 | The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)

Art Hives are a global movement that create free community studios where anyone is welcome to be an artist. Drop by, discover materials, and create something unique to you at the Carrot! 

Sketch Night at the Carrot - May 19

Looking for a supportive space to create art? Mingle with like-minded artists for a sketching session where you can work on projects, discuss new ideas, and unleash your creativity. Don’t forget to bring your own supplies and get ready to dive into the world of art with us!

Admission by donation!

May 31: Learn to Sew

Scared of your sewing machine? Need a refresher on maintenance and threading? Always wanted to try, but nervous to commit? Join Naomi Pahl, textile artist and seamstress of 30 years, as she shows you the basics of this incredibly useful skill! Participants are encouraged to bring their own sewing machines (must be in working condition). Limited amount of sewing machines will be provided to participants who don’t have their own. First come, first serve on reservation of 4 sewing machines.

May 17: Learn to Needle Felt

Learn to paint with wool! Using this exciting and unique technique, textile artist of 30 years, Naomi will guide you on how to stab wool into beautiful shapes and designs! Needle felting is an easy, accessible textile craft that can be used in many areas- from creating art, to sculpting felt figurines to visible mending- there are many ways to utilize this skill! Participants will walk away with a handmade felted item and a needle felting needle.

$45 per person. Limited Spots! Register today!

The exhibition runs May 16, 2026 and end July 24,2026, at the ASA Art Gallery, #222, 1235 – 26 Ave. SE, Calgary, Alberta. Gallery hours are Wednesday – Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and parking is free.

There will be an opening reception and artist talk May 16, 2026 at 3pm-4pm.