Looking for studio time? Need space to work on your project? Want access to specialized studio equipment? The Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre (QEPCCC) Studio Membership program is geared towards artists who are able to work without instruction.
Open the Studio Memberships and Drop-ins flyer (PDF) for studio details and descriptions. Studio Members can access the facilities during designated drop-in times and when amenities are available. Schedules and facility availability are posted in each studio or you can call QEPCCC directly at 905-815-5979 for the most up-to-date information. Some restrictions do apply.
Browse the current Parks, Recreation and Culture program guide or search for "workshop" in our online registration system for more program options.
QEPCCC is a unique and dynamic public space that encourages active living, and inspires the cultural artistic expression of its users. Our location is an excellent space for conferences, special events, performances, birthday parties and much more! Visit the QEPCCC Rentals page for more information.
Community rates are available for non-profit groups. QEPCCC Cultural Group CORE memberships are open to volunteer-based non-profit Oakville cultural organizations. Benefits include preferred cultural room rental and storage rates. Visit the CORE page for details.
Wondering what recreation programs are happening right NOW?
Find weekly swim and skate schedules, drop-in art programs, and more online!
Are you looking for studio time? Need space to work on your project? Want access to specialized studio equipment? The Studio drop-in programs are non-structured, creative time to make artwork. They are not a formal class. There is no instructor.
Drop-in opportunities are offered approximately 12 hours per week in each studio: woodworking, ceramic, fine arts and digital arts. Studio technicians will be on site in the woodworking and ceramic studios.
Participants must be ages 18+, however there are also All Ages Family drop-in times available as noted. Studio Members may access studio drop-in times.
Three drop-in studio options are available:
A non-resident fee of $10 +HST will be charged as applicable.
Check out the clay studio whether you are a novice or a pro, or just curious about clay!
Children must be accompanied/supervised by an adult at all times. Maximum number of children to adult is 3:1. Children must be minimum 3 years old; for safety, no infants in arms, carriers, wraps or strollers. Youth 14+ can attend without an adult.
First come, first served. Spaces are limited. Fee includes admission only. Clay is purchased separately per piece or per bag. Clay fee includes access to all glazes and firings. Kilns will be fired by the studio technician. No wheel work during this session. Clay pieces take up to 3 weeks to be fired; projects will not go home until a later date.
Geared toward artists who are able to work without instruction. Individuals are expected to exhibit a good understanding of the materials, tools and processes required to safely practice independently in the studio. The successful completion of a ceramics questionnaire is required to access this drop-in for the first time.
The ceramic technician will be on site. Cone 6 studio clay must be used for all work and can be purchased from the technician per bag or per piece during drop-in studio hours. Clay fee includes access to all glazes and firings. A selection of studio glazes is available for use. Kilns will be fired by the studio technician.
Equipment includes: wheels, slab roller and electric kilns. Maximum 10 participants.
Geared toward artists who are able to work without instruction. Individuals are expected to exhibit a good understanding of the materials, tools and processes required to safely practice independently in the studio. Studio accommodates drawing, painting and sculptural activities such as watercolour, acrylic and water-based oils only. Includes access to tables, chairs, stools, easels, drawing donkeys, slop sink and Wi-Fi.
Maximum 12 participants.
Geared toward artists who are able to work without instruction. Individuals are expected to exhibit a good understanding of the materials, tools and processes required to safely practice independently in the studio. The successful completion of a woodshop safety test is required (additional fee) to access this drop-in.
The woodshop technician will be on site. Heavy machinery is available including: table saw, band saw, drill press, lathe, mini lathe, hollow chisel mortiser, spindle sander, edge sander, mitre saw, scroll saw, router table and down draft table.
Project proposals will be reviewed by the technician to assess appropriateness, materials, equipment needs, and storage needs. All deliveries of materials must be coordinated with the technician. Maximum 10 participants.
For more information, call 905-815-5979.
Members are expected to exhibit a good understanding of the materials, tools and processes required to safely practice independently in our specialized studios.
Individual/Artist memberships are available for $40 +HST, for one month. A non-resident fee of $10 +HST will be charged as applicable. Please note there are no discounts available on this membership.
QEPCCC Guild members may purchase a monthly membership for $25 +HST. A non-resident fee of $10 +HST will be charged as applicable.
Each studio has a set of rules and procedures which will be reviewed with and given to every user. This information is also available at customer service.