Emily Carr Inspired Art Class: FOUND POETRY

Schedule

Fri Feb 13 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Carr House National Historic Site | Victoria, BC

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Learn, play, and explore creating poetry in playful ways inspired by Emily Carr’s beautiful words.
About this Event

Emily Carr's powerful words can inspire us in many ways. Explore your own connection to Carr's writing by creating art and found poems from her collection with the help of local Therapeutic Arts Practitioner Helga Strauss.

$40/person, all materials included and all experience levels welcome!

🗓 Friday, Feb. 13 1:00pm - 3:00pm

♿️ Please note this workshop is accessible by stairs only

🧰 All materials included

📍 Carr House

About the instructor: Helga Strauss is an artist, educator, and therapeutic arts practitioner. In her personal art practice, she creates art every day, following her joy and curiosity. As a teacher for over 30 years, she encourages her students to do the same. Her mission is to help people spark joy, connection, and healing through creative, art-filled play. Find her at HelgaStrauss.com.

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Carr House National Historic Site, 207 Government Street, Victoria, Canada

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