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For ages 14 and up. Join local Kingston artist Portia “Po” Chapman for an uplifting introduction to scratchboard art.
Join local Kingston artist Portia “Po” Chapman for one of her most beloved workshops. Scratchboard art is a calming and visually rewarding medium that Po has been teaching since 2020.
In this beginner-friendly workshop, participants select from four nature-inspired images drawn in Po’s family’s traditional art form. Using specialized tools, you’ll gently scratch away the black surface revealing the bright colour hidden beneath. The process is soothing, highly accessible, and wonderfully satisfying, perfect for anyone seeking a creative break from the busyness of daily life.
Po’s workshops are designed to be encouraging, joyful, and community-centred, giving participants the opportunity to relax, create, and enjoy good conversation while making something beautiful. No prior art experience is required; if you can comfortably hold a scratching tool, you can do this, and Po’s warm, patient guidance ensures that every participant experiences success.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a completed scratchboard piece ready to frame and display at home. All materials are provided, just come as you are, ready to unwind, connect, and have a lot of fun.
About Portia
Local Kingston artist Portia “Po” Chapman (BFAH, B.Ed) is an Artist in Community Education Specialist celebrated for leading uplifting, hands-on art workshops across the region. Po teaches Indigenous-themed scratchboard, frame-drum making, needle felting, and children’s multidisciplinary visual storytelling programs. She has facilitated workshops at the Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Queen’s University Faculty of Education, and the Kingston Military Family Resource Centre, among others. Guided by nature, storytelling, and a deep belief in the power of community arts, Po creates joyful and welcoming spaces where participants feel encouraged, capable, and connected. Her patient and optimistic teaching style helps learners of all ages discover new creative skills while sharing fun, memorable moments together. Above all, Po’s workshops are fun, confidence-building, and truly uplifting for every participant.
Make It Happen is a bi-weekly program that brings community experts into the Library to teach useful hands-on skills. No previous experience necessary.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library.
EVENT TYPE: | Interests & Lifelong Learning | Arts & Entertainment |
