The Community Art Hub is a Makerspace
for artists and learners,
in the heart of Quadra Village.
Around the back of the Quadra Village Community Centre at 901 Kings Road
(access down the ramp/stairs from Dowler Street).
The Community Art Hub is a neighbourhood-based library of art-making tools, equipment, and supplies, and a shared workspace for artists and makers located inside the Quadra Village Community Centre. The art hub provides artists and the broader community with the option of using shared art-making equipment and supplies, instead of each household buying their own. The art hub is an innovative space that provides equitable access to tools, equipment, supplies, and workspace.
Scroll down to check out our current drop in hours and available art supplies !
November 2024
The Community Art Hub is open based on volunteer availability.
Last minute changes to the schedule are announced on our Instragram stories. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We appreciate you.
Art Supplies
This is a list of activities and art supplies we have on hand in the Art Hub. This is not a complete list and we are always getting new supplies donated. If you have a question about the art supplies available please email us at alterartssociety@gmail.com
Die Cutting
Die cutting involves cuts to paper and other materials while embossing is molding the material to a specific design that dimensionally alters it.
Knitting Needles and Crochet Hooks
Wide variety of sizes and styles available.
Screen Printing
Screen printing is a printing technique where a mesh is used to transfer ink (or dye) onto an object, except in areas made impermeable to the ink by a blocking stencil.
Fibre Arts
We are pleased to offer lots of fiber art supplies including crochet, embroidery looms, felt, yarn, a small collection of fabric, as well as knitting needles and sewing machines. More info on the machines below under Tools.
Sewing Supplies
For use with fabric and other lightweight materials. We also have a circle cutter.
Painting Supplies
We have a collection of paints including spray paint, house paint, acrylic paint and water paint. There is a wide range of paint brushes available as well.
We have a full size and a kids size easle.
We also have donated canvases available to use. We also have kids aprons and painting supplies for little ones.
Candle Making
We have a collection of molds on site for candle making as well as a small poratble stove top to heat wax.
BYO essential oils.
Polymer Clay
Polymer clay is a popular medium for making jewelry, beads, charms, figurines, picture frames and other handmade creations.
We also have a toaster oven on site to bake creations into a permanent sculpture.
Sealants, Mediums and Glazes
A sealer is a special type of primer designed to be used with, or in place of, a primer.
Mediums are the liquids added to paints to bind them and make them workable.
A glaze is a transparent layer of paint brushed over a dried underlayer.
Art Supplies for Table Top Games
We have the paints and brushes to work on miniatures for World of Warcraft or plane and train model replicas.
We also have the resin and molds to pour your own DND Dice!
Resin Pouring and Molds
Resin is an acrylic pouring medium for creating beautiful art on canvas or wood, that dries with a high gloss finish. It can also be poured into molds to create sculptures or 3D objects.
Drawing supplies and Pastels
We are proud to offer a large range of pens, markers, crayons, pastels, fine tip markers and more for all your drawing needs.
We also have a range of canvases and a cabinet full of paper to create with.
Caligraphy
Calligraphy is a visual art related to writing. It is the design and execution of lettering with a pen, ink brush, or other writing instrument.
We have a collection of caligraphy brushes and Pantone Inks to work with.
Tools and Equipment:
Tools and equipment currently available for use at the Community Art Hub
Cricut Maker and accessories
A precision digital cutting machine.
3D Printer with Laser Engraving, and CNC Carving
Snapmaker Original 3D Printer with laser engraving and CNC carving functions. Come by to print with PLA in one of five colours, or join one of our introductory workshops to learn how it works.
Button Maker (2.25" / 58mm)
Button parts and a circle cutter are also available for use on site, by donation.
Recommended size of clearance around the design to cut:
For 2 1/4” cut a circle: 2 5/8”
Serger
Standard overlock machine (Brother Lock 1134D). Black and white thread available.
Air Brush
Small airbrush setup.
Paper Cutter
Medium sized paper cutter.
Laminator
Quickly and easily laminate paper, cardstock, or photos up to 8.5 x 11.
24" Laminator
This GBC 4250 laminator can protect documents, photographs, banners, and posters up to 24" on their shortest side.
Sewing Machine
Assorted thread and accessories available. 2.4" easy view touch screen LCD display, reinforcement stitch button to automatically sew a tie-off stitch and to easily rew a row of decorative stitches. 8.3" from needle to arm. Automatic thread cutter cuts the upper and lower thread.
Embroidery Machine
Brother NQ1700E Embroidery Machine with a maximum hoop size of 6" x 10" embroidery area with a sizeable 8.3" from needle to arm that helps you tackle big projects.
Click here to access our Information and Resource Guide for the Embroidery Machine
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Lci3z3ZeF3Mo8QNA0gi2ZQLNWkqIeNjo-1cSLAP72Pk/edit?usp=sharing
Iron and Ironing Board
We have everything you need to get started sewing on site.
6' Baker Scaffold (rent for offsite use)
6' baker scaffold available to use on site, or rent for use off-site. Great for painting single storey murals. Much more comfortable than working on a ladder.
Jigsaw
Hammer, vice grips, clamps, scraper, tin snips, pruning shears, soldering iron, and more.
Hand Tools
Hammer, vice grips, clamps, scraper, tin snips, pruning shears, soldering iron, and more.
Cutting Mat and Rotary Cutter
Hammer, vice grips, clamps, scraper, tin snips, pruning shears, soldering iron, and more.
Photography Accessories
Bring your phone or camera, and use our tripods, lights, reflectors, and light box to create product shots or vlog.
Thank you to our Sponsors:
We are grateful for the support of our partners in this project, including:
Quadra Village Community Centre
Kindle Arts Society
Cultural Infrastructure Grant Program
