Create, Connect & Be Inspired: Discover New Westminster's Creative Side

Think you're "not artistic"? Think again! In this week's episode of the New West Spotlight Podcast, host Carla McNeil explores the many ways you can discover your creative side right here in New Westminster. From pottery painting and Turkish mosaic lamp workshops to paint nights, fibre arts, and community art programs, this episode is packed with fun ideas for date nights, girls' nights out, family activities, and anyone looking to try something new. Whether you're painting your very first canvas, creating a one-of-a-kind mug, learning to crochet, or joining a community workshop, you'll discover that creativity isn't about perfection—it's about connection, curiosity, and having fun. Featured Creative Experiences BC Palette Art Studio 665 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1A8 Pottery painting, hand-building pottery classes, canvas painting, kids' programs, art parties, and creative workshops. Website: https://bcpaletteart.com Mosaic Art Studio Unit 10 – 332 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3L 1A6 Turkish mosaic lamp workshops, ceramic painting, Ebru (water marbling), and Turkish coffee experiences. Website: https://mosaicartstudio.ca Brush Hour Paint Night Rotating venues in New Westminster, including Quayside Tiki Bar and Kelly O'Bryan's Brush Hour Paint Night Paint Nite Rotating participating venues in and around New Westminster Beginner-friendly guided paint-and-sip events hosted throughout the year. Website: https://www.paintnite.com Arrieta Art Studio 712C 12th Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 4J6 Painting workshops, community art events, and creative studio experiences. Website: https://www.arrietaartstudio.com Baaad Rabbit Fibre Arts 804 Twentieth Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 4W6 Knitting, crochet, weaving, spinning supplies, workshops, and community fibre arts events. Website: https://baaadrabbitfa.com City of New Westminster Arts Services Various community centres, parks, and public spaces throughout New Westminster Seasonal outdoor art workshops, family-friendly creative activities, festivals, and community arts programming. Website: https://www.newwestcity.ca/arts-and-heritage In This Episode Discover beginner-friendly art classes, pottery painting, mosaic workshops, paint nights, fibre arts, and seasonal outdoor creative activities that make New Westminster one of Metro Vancouver's most inspiring places to explore your creativity. Whether you're planning a unique date, a family outing, or simply looking for a new hobby, this episode will encourage you to pick up a paintbrush, learn a new skill, and create something beautiful.