Training & Workshops in Manitoba

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Manitoba Legal Clinic for the Arts

The Manitoba Legal Clinic for the Arts provides free legal assistance to artists, art, culture, and community organizations in Manitoba that do not have a lawyer and cannot afford legal assistance. The law clinic is operated by law students at the University of Manitoba Faculty of Law, and it is the only clinic in Manitoba to provide free legal information and services tailored specifically to artists and arts organizations. All information and services provided by law students are supervised by experienced lawyers. All that is required to access the service is an internet connection.

All of Manitoba, Manitoba - Winnipeg

Manitoba Craft Council

The Manitoba Craft Council is for people who love contemporary craft: professional artists and artisans, collectors and connoisseurs, DIYers and armchair enthusiasts. It’s for people who value the originality and quality of the handmade, who find meaning in making. It’s for the dreamers and schemers who seek to reinterpret the material and cultural traditions of the past through a contemporary lens. It’s for people who have to forge, carve, weave, fold, sculpt, knit. And for their friends and supporters. It’s for you. See, smell, touch, explore the myriad expressions of contemporary craft in Manitoba and be part of a community that is shaped, motivated, and defined by its love of craft.

All of Manitoba

Video Pool Media Arts Centre

VP works at the intersection of art + technology, supporting the greater Winnipeg community through equipment and facility rentals, residencies, workshops, exhibitions and performances, video distribution, video digitization services and so much more!
Need a PA system or projector for a show? Equipment to make your latest and greatest artwork? Yup. We have it. Need a place to rehearse or teach a workshop or put on your next cool show? We can make that happen. Like analog gear? us too. Into digital weirdness? yeah we go there. Get in touch to see how we can help you!
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Video Pool Media Arts Centre aims to inspire curiosity and creative expression through open exploration of technology in all media art forms, focusing on practices that are adventurous, independent, and explore niche approaches to art and technology. We strive to cultivate experimental artistic practices and accessibility to technology through presentation, production, distribution and education while also supporting the greater arts community through our programs, facilities and expertise.
VP houses the largest collection of prairie video art in Canada, distributing work internationally to festivals, galleries and institutions. Our presentation facilities include Poolside Gallery, The Output venue, and The Pivot education centre, and our production studios include our analog A/V studio, The Adventure Lab, and the 8.1-channel Immersion Studio.

Manitoba - Winnipeg

Jane of All Trades Inc.

Jane of All Trades Inc. is a woman-led residential design and consulting studio in Winnipeg. We design your project, model it, and hand you a permit-ready set you can take to any builder in the city, with engineering stamped by our partner firm, Building Alternatives. We don't build, so we have no reason to specify anything but what your project actually needs.
We work on Winnipeg's character homes as well as new builds, additions, kitchens and decks. Our Heritage Home Assessment tells owners of older houses what their home is made of, what's failing, what's merely old, and what heritage grant funding they may qualify for.
Design packages are flat fees, quoted in writing before we begin, and your first consultation is free.
Studios & offices: we're choosing five neighbours for our building at Unit A, 359 Johnson Ave W in Elmwood. Private studios and offices for artists, makers and small businesses, $625–$900 a month +GST, month to month. Book a studio tour: 204-998-6653 or hello@janeofalltradesinc.ca.

Manitoba - Winnipeg, All of Manitoba

Mentoring Artists for Women's Art

Mentoring Artists for Women's Art (MAWA) encourages and supports the intellectual and creative development of women and gender expansive people in the visual arts by providing an ongoing forum for mentorship, education and critical dialogue.
Mentorship is the core activity of the organization, and a mentorship philosophy informs all aspects of MAWA. MAWA mentorships range in duration from 2-12 months, sometimes focussing on a specific media or theme, and often culminate in an exhibition. The in-depth learning that they provide is transformative. Mentorship shares knowledge, experience, networks and support, advancing individual careers and building a healthy, intergenerational arts community.
In addition, MAWA provides a wide variety of accessible visual art programming for people of all genders, such as: artist talks by local, national and international artists; critical reading and discussion groups; workshops in a particular artistic skills; workshops in traditional global and Indigenous artistic practices; professional practices workshops; theoretical lectures; critical writing opportunities; studio visits with established curator; critiques with established critics; film screenings; and a resource centre/lending library. Identity-based groups provide networking, peer support, artistic feedback and access to professional opportunities.

Manitoba - Winnipeg

Dalnavert Museum

Built in 1895, the Dalnavert Museum is an ornate Victorian mansion nestled in the heart of Winnipeg run by the non-profit, Friends of Dalnavert Museum (FDM). This unique museum features a “day in the life” feel, transporting visitors back to the 19th century the second they step inside. Dalnavert Museum and Visitors' Centre has been a national historic site since 1990 and one of the finest examples of Queen Anne Revival architecture in Western Canada. Today the museum fosters engagement with history, arts and culture, and much more.
The Friends of Dalnavert Museum are committed to:
- Preserving and maintaining the museum's buildings, grounds, and collection
- Presenting engaging programs and exhibits that interpret the history of the house, and Winnipeg's heritage for visitors
- Developing partnerships and programming that will make Dalnavert a cultural centre for city residents
As part of our mission to develop partnerships and programming that will make Dalnavert Museum a cultural centre for city residents, we often collaborate with local artists, makers, performers, writers, and various other creatives. We’re always keen to hear what you’re up to and how you’re interested in working with us. V isit our website to learn more about getting involved.

All of Manitoba, Manitoba - Winnipeg

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Browse Artists Interested in Leading Classes and Workshops

Looking for an experienced creative to lead your training session or workshop? Start your search here! Creative Manitoba cannot directly endorse these artists, however they have expressed interest in contract work in a teaching capacity.

Jepsoy

Hey there! I'm Jepsoy, and for 23 years, I've been immersed in the world of visuals. I've focused on brand development, graphic design, and digital art, always driven by a passion for creating impactful visuals that tell a story. I know what it takes to bring a creative vision to life. My goal is to help you do the same.
If you're looking to boost your skills, collaborate on exciting creative projects, or explore potential work opportunities, here's how I can help:
Build Strong Brands: We can work together to create unique and memorable brands that truly connect with people. Learn how to make your brand stand out.
Graphic Design: I'll share my insights on how to create powerful designs for anything you can imagine—from eye-catching layouts to compelling infographics.
Photography & Digital Art: Want to capture stunning images or transform them with digital tools? I'll guide you through the techniques to elevate your visual storytelling.
Design for Users: Discover how to create designs that are not just pretty, but also easy and enjoyable for people to use. We'll focus on making your projects intuitive and effective.
Solve Creative Puzzles: Ever feel stuck on a project? I'll help you break down tricky creative challenges and find smart, visually driven solutions.
My aim is to empower you to create and innovate. Let's start exploring your creative potential today!

Norine Harty

Norine Harty is an experienced administrator who has worked in the non-profit sector, in arts, cultural, and social services organizations. She has a passion and commitment to cultivating arts practice, appreciation, and accessibility. Norine studied Education at the University of Regina and Business Administration at Assiniboine Community College. An enthusiastic musician, she began studying piano as a child and continued with advanced piano studies and taught piano lessons in her home studio. She has recently begun learning the ukulele, a much more portable instrument. Norine grew up in a family that was dedicated to giving back to the community, which has influenced her commitment to volunteering. Norine practices acrylic and watercolour painting and is the current President of the Fire & Water Music Festival.

Yvette Cenerini

Yvette Cenerini (née Lagimodière) is a francophone Métis visual artist from Treaty One Territory. Her work in photocollage examines the intricacies of relationships and emotions through a simple aesthetic. Having obtained both a BEd (2001) and a BFA (2010), knowledge-sharing through art in the forms of teaching and community engagement is an important facet of her practice.

S.M. (Sam) Beiko

S.M. (Samantha Mary) Beiko is an award-winning author of young adult fantasy, and the artist and writer of the graphic novel series KRAMPUS IS MY BOYFRIEND! She has worked in the book publishing industry as an editor and graphic designer since 2010, both freelance as well as for established publishing houses. She has won the Aurora Award for Best Artist multiple times, notably for her covers for Laksa Media.
Beiko's novels have been published by ECW Press in Toronto since 2013. Her first novel, THE LAKE AND THE LIBRARY, was nominated for the Manitoba Book Award that year, while SCION OF THE FOX won the Copper Cylinder Award for science fiction in 2018. She was the co-editor on the original comics anthology GOTHIC TALES OF HAUNTED LOVE (Bedside Press), and the sole editor on its follow up, GOTHIC TALES OF HAUNTED FUTURES. Her current series, The Brindlewatch Quintet, are capsule stories featuring queer characters and cozy monster romance. Her short fiction has been published in the following anthologies: GUSH, THAT WITCH WHISPERS, PARALLEL PRAIRIES, plus a short comic in DIRE BEASTS.
Beiko is also the sole creator (artist and writer) of KRAMPUS IS MY BOYFRIEND!, a slice of life teen romantic comedy which won the 2020 Aurora Award for Best Graphic Novel, and was nominated for the Joe Shuster Award for Best Webcomic that year. It is ongoing and self-published.
Beiko's freelance editorial work covers all aspects of developmental editing for prose fiction. She specializes in science fiction, fantasy, and horror, and also edits and art directs for comics and graphic novels at all stages (from pitch to script to layouts and finals). She has a studio in downtown Winnipeg's Exchange District, and is the Artistic Director for Prairie Comics Festival.

Kelly Murray

Kelly Murray is a rural Canadian visual artist who works with watercolours, alcohol ink and acrylic on paper, wood and canvas. Murray lives outside of a small community in Stead, Manitoba, retiring early to be able to expand her art practice and spend time with family. As a mother of 4 and grandmother of 10, her life is chaotic and she seeks tranquility through her art.
Kelly has exhibited at the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba, ArtsForward Gallery, Pinawa Art Gallery, Boreal Shores Art Tour and Gwen Fox Gallery.
Kelly is a member of the Winnipeg River Arts Council, Manitoba Arts Network, The Beach House Artist Residency (still in organizational process), ArtsGate Art Retreat (still in organizational process), Winnipeg River Tourism Corridor, Manitobans for the Arts, Mentoring Artists for Women's Arts (MAWA), Creative Manitoba and Manitoba Society of Artists. Kelly actively sits on boards/committees with the Winnipeg River Arts Council, Manitoba Arts Network, The Beach House Artist Residency, ArtsGate Art Retreat and the Winnipeg River Tourism Corridor.
She was accepted as a mentee into the Rural Arts Mentorship Program in 2021/22 and has since taken training through MAWA on Becoming a Mentor.

Hope McIntyre

Hope McIntyre is an award winning playwright and director. She is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Winnipeg Department of Theatre and Film and also teaches through the Walls to Bridges program in correctional centres. Her training includes a BFA in performance from the University of Saskatchewan and an MFA in directing from the University of Victoria. She was the founding Artistic Director of Sarasvàti Productions, a company dedicated to social change that she helmed for 22 years. During this tenure she developed multiple new theatrical works, produced FemFest (an annual festival), worked as a dramaturg for emerging playwrights, and developed community-based play creation methods.
Hope is former Chair of The Women’s Caucus and former President of the Playwrights Guild of Canada. She has received the YWCA Women of Distinction Award, the Bra D’Or, the Women Helping Women Award, the Mahatma Gandhi Social Change Award, and the University of Winnipeg Arts Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award. In 2023 she published the e-book The Business of Theatre: Pathways to a Career in Theatre.

Upcoming Arts Training and Workshops in Manitoba

Purple graphic with bokeh pattern and headline Driving While Indigenous Motivational Event and Gala

Driving While Indigenous – Motivational Event & Gala

November 20, 2026

Make Art!

November 24, 2026

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So You Want to Record a Comedy Album – with Howl & Roar Records

November 24, 2026

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Whatever you need to further your arts career, Manitoba’s arts organizations have you covered. Check out the categories below to find an organization that can aid your creative career pursuits.

Training & Workshops in Manitoba

Browse Organizations Offering Training and Workshops

Manitoba Legal Clinic for the Arts

Manitoba Craft Council

Video Pool Media Arts Centre

Jane of All Trades Inc.

Mentoring Artists for Women's Art

Dalnavert Museum

Membership Benefits

Receive discounts on Creative Manitoba classes and workshops

Browse Artists Interested in Leading Classes and Workshops

Jepsoy

Norine Harty

Yvette Cenerini

S.M. (Sam) Beiko

Kelly Murray

Hope McIntyre

Upcoming Arts Training and Workshops in Manitoba

Driving While Indigenous – Motivational Event & Gala

Make Art!

So You Want to Record a Comedy Album – with Howl & Roar Records

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