The Art Machine

The Art Machine is located at 357 Fort Street in Hope. Community arts programming here is offered via regularly scheduled art classes at a minimal cost. We encourage anyone and everyone interested to attend, regardless of experience or ability. Classes include drawing, collage, painting, pottery, paper crafts and more!

The Art Machine has two studios: Studio A and Studio B. Studio A (entry from Fort Street) offers a variety of mixed media classes, and Studio B (entry from alley behind Fort Street) is for pottery.

Classes are low-priced thanks to a generous grant from BC Gaming.

HOW TO REGISTER

Register for open studios or rolling/drop in classes by contacting the class instructor directly (their contact information is on the monthly class schedule). Register for 6 or 8 week classes through this the website or by calling the office at #604-869-3400.

SCHEDULE

See the monthly schedule of classes at hopedistrictartscouncil.com/art-machine-classes

Cost

Fee increase effective October 1, 2026 will be the following prices:

$20 per class or $175 for a 10-pass card

Punch cards are available from instructors in class or in advance by contacting the Hope & District Arts Council office at info@hopedistrictartscouncil.com or (604) 869-3400.

You can pay for open studio blocks or rolling classes directly with the instructor during your class, or you can pay in advance by contacting us by phone at 604-869-3400 or email info@hopedistrictartscouncil.com. Registration and payment is also set up through this website. The Art Machine now accepts Visa, Mastercard, Debit, E-Transfers, as well as Cash.

workshops

For other workshops and events that periodically take place at the Art Machine, visit our Events & Workshops webpage at hopedistrictartscouncil.com/events-workshops

Event, class, and workshop fees are non-refundable, but are transferable. HDAC will keep a waiting list when possible to assist the registrant in filling a space.

Use of the Art Machine kiln is strictly for use by Art Machine students, studio hosts and instructors. Also, use of kiln for production pottery is not permitted by anyone.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHILDREN'S CLASSES

Children's classes are limited due to lack of instructors. If you or someone you know would like to teach a children's class, please get in contact with us.

ADULT'S CLASSES

You must contact the instructor to book a seat. See schedule for classes and contact information.

PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES