SEAN MCNEILL (COFOUNDER / A.K.A. THE PRINCIPAL) McTavish Academy of Art
What began as a dream many years ago became a reality when we opened our doors at 1720 McTavish Road (North Saanich) on May 9, 2016.
With the encouragement and support of family, friends and community, we have seen the 18,000-square-foot former McTavish Road School, and adjacent agricultural land, transform into a vibrant centre dedicated to the arts. Our halls are alive with passionate displays from local artists, and the exterior of the building is splashed with vivid colour. You are immediately immersed in the creative energy as you walk the halls of this incredible facility.
Over the past almost two-anda-half years, we have offered classes, workshops and events in a wide spectrum of mediums. We have worked with amazing instructors and organizations
that have enabled our community to explore and discover new ways to create. We have also celebrated our community by joining in countless events held throughout the Saanich Peninsula. McTavish Academy Of Art is a destination for art; music; dance; yoga; events; creative expression and agriculture, close to home. The Arts have been embraced as a vehicle to empower and inspire our local and Island communities, and to facilitate connections with a diverse and international community of artists. Working with local instructors, organizations and the community, we continue to grow and develop new classes, workshops and events for you to experience, at any age. We look forward to the continued support of personal and professional endeavours in a creative and collaborative atmosphere. Listed below is a sampling of upcoming activities, plus many more to discover on our website (mctavishacademy.ca) Art Studio: beginner’s acrylic painting, printmaking, guitar building, paint parties and wire crochet. Dance Studio: intro to ballet, Irish dance, contemporary, Zumba, dance athletics.
Yoga Studio: Daily drop-in classes in the mornings, evenings and weekends along with monthly workshops.
Events: Live music, comedy shows, art festivals and general interest presentations.
Kids’ Programs: Art adventure, multi sport, creative movement, teen painting and birthday parties. McTavish Academy of Art recognizes the need for creativity and creative outlets within our community. We encourage you to stop by to say hello, take a tour and let your imagination be your guide.
MCTAVISH ACADEMY OF ART 1720 McTavish Road, North Saanich
778.351.0088 www.mctavishacademy.ca