History

The Sarnia Artists' Workshop (SAW) was formed in 1964 when Mary Phelps and Pearl Annand encouraged eight people to join them for lessons in drawing and painting.  Gordon Pierrier from Chatham and Hugh Mackenzie from London were among the group's first teachers.  In the late 1960's members were instrumental in getting a Continuing Education Art Program started at Lambton College. Mandate

To help members in the study of their chosen forms of visual arts. To promote the appreciation of visual arts in SAW members and in the community. Today SAW has expanded to include 170 artist members who work together to foster the advancement of visual arts in the community.  The group includes artists who work in various art forms including drawing, painting, wheelthrown and handbuilt pottery, prints, photography, wood-turning and carving, fabric art, jewellery, dried and pressed flowers, basketry, and stained glass.  SAW collaborates with Sarnia Community Services to provide an annual Children's Waterfront Program held for one day each summer.  SAW offers its members' work for show and sale at its annual ART AT THE LAKE, show held at the Sarnia Riding Club each November. 

Membership is open to persons interested in the visual arts.  New members are most welcome.  Membership fees are $30.00 per annum. General Info

SAW's newsletter is published six times during the year to keep all members informed of SAW activities, programs, and events, 'calls for entry', and art workshops in the community.

Three general meetings are held each year.

For program and show information follow the "Programs and Shows" link at the top of this page.