Visual arts & new media

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.

The Alberta Society of Artists is pleased to present the solo exhibition “Overlooked” featuring the work of Alberta artist Doris Charest.

The exhibition runs May 8th - June 24th, 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 9th, 2026 at 1pm.

Edmonton Sustainable Fashion Show addresses UN SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production: Promotes sustainable resource use and waste reduction in the textile industry. SDG 13 – Climate Action: Encourages climate-conscious practices in fashion through circular innovation.

Bring art, community, and creativity together. The Curatorial Assistant plays a key role in bringing the vision of Gallery@501 to life. Working closely with the Curator, this position supports exhibitions, and daily gallery operations while helping to foster strong connections between artists, audiences, and the community.