forestART
Summer Paint Night
with Art with Jess YXE
August 19th, 2026
6pm-8:30pm
$45pp ($10 children under 12)
Join forestART and the Jack Millikin Centre for an evening of creativity, laughter, and connection with Jess Deback of Art with Jess YXE!
Jess will guide you step by step as you create your own beautiful painting on a live-edge wood canvas, handcrafted from wood harvested in the Ness Creek forest. No painting experience is needed—just bring your sense of adventure and get ready to have fun!
Whether you're coming with friends, family, or on your own, you'll enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where creativity is celebrated. All materials and supplies are included, and you'll head home with a one-of-a-kind piece of art, a sense of accomplishment, and memories you'll treasure.
This is a fun, non-competitive, and stress-free event designed for artists of all skill levels. You might even surprise yourself with what you can create!
About the Course
Cost
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Adults & Youth (12+): $45
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Children (under 12): $10
Please note that the cost includes the preparation of the live-edge wood canvases.
Event Details
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Seating is first come, first served.
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Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to order drinks, settle in, and choose your seat.
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Children ages 6+ are welcome when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Whether you're planning a date night, girls' night, birthday celebration, anniversary, family outing, or simply treating yourself to some well-deserved creative time, Paint Night is the perfect excuse to unwind. Enjoy great music, good company, plenty of laughs, and leave with a handmade keepsake you'll be proud of.
Make it a cozy weekend getaway by booking a cabin at Ness Creek!
How to Get Here
Our classes take place at the Ness Creek Site. Click here to download directions or If you prefer a little technological assistance during your adventures, look up “Ness Creek Site” on Google Maps. Keep in mind, though, that you might lose signal as you get closer to the site.
Accommodations
Please book directly with Ness Core