A makerspace for artists, in the heart of Quadra Village.
Located at 901 Kings Road, around back of the Quadra Village Community Centre (access from Dowler Street).
A makerspace for artists with art-making tools and materials, childminding, workshops, and more!
Drop-in for a workshop, or book your time at the art hub now.
All Art Hub activities are by donation (suggested donation $5-20)
Donations help to cover the cost of rent, insurance, and replenishing supplies.Love what we do? Become a monthly contributor!
All Art Hub staff are fully vaccinated, and as per the Provincial Health mandate, anyone visiting the space will be required to wear a mask. We have single-use masks available in both children's and adult sizes, in case you forget yours at home.
Donations of art supplies, tools, and equipment gratefully accepted! Please see our Wish List below.More info... (PDF)
Available tools
Tools and equipment currently available for drop-in use at the Community Art Hub
Cricut Maker
A precision digital cutting machine.
Laminator
Quickly and easily laminate paper, cardstock, or photos up to 8.5 x 11.
Air Brush
Small airbrush setup.
Sewing Machine
Standard sewing machine. Assorted thread and accessories available.
Serger
Standard overlock machine. Black and white thread available.
Iron and Ironing Board
We have everything you need to get started sewing on site.
Paper Cutter
Medium sized paper cutter.
Coil Binding Machine
Limited quantities of coil bindings available.
Knitting Needles and Crochet Hooks
Wide variety of sizes and styles available.
Single Colour Silk Screen
Silk screen machine suitable for printing one colour at a time.
Projector
Suitable for tracing art projects to enlarge them.
Tabletop Belt Sander
Must be used outdoors.
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
Handheld. Must be used outdoors.
Commercial Oven for Baking Ceramics
Suitable for baking low-temperature clay and ceramics. Can be used to melt wax and for a variety of other projects.
Hot Glue
A variety of low- and high-temperature glue guns are available for use. We also have a hair dryer for removing the glue strings.
Hand Tools
A hammer, assorted pliers and other hand tools are available for use on site.
Cutting Mat and Rotary Cutter
For use with fabric and other lightweight materials.
Sewing Supplies
Pinking shears, sewing weights, straight pins, a clear ruler, tailor's pencil, and other sewing accessories.
Staple Gun
For all your re-upholstering needs.
Photography Accessories
Bring your phone or camera, and use our lights, reflectors, and light box to create product shots with the effects you're looking for.
Fundraising calendar available now!
2021-22 Art of Quadra Village Wall Calendar
22.00A beautiful 16-month wall calendar (Sept 2021-Dec 2022) featuring photos of Quadra Village’s iconic art, the SD61 school calendar, and important commemorative days.
All proceeds from calendar sales support Victoria's first Community Art Hub, a makerspace for local artists offering studio space, workshops, childminding, and more, opening at the Quadra Village Community Centre in September 2021.
Free local pick-up available. Also available for purchase at Caffe Fantastico and Pluto's Restaurant in Quadra Village (cash only).View more details...QuantityWe are grateful for the support of our partners in this project, including:
Quadra Village Community Centre
Kindle Arts Society
Cultural Infrastructure Grant Program
