Name: Art Barn Studio
Owner(s): Beth Swalwell
Short bio: Art Barn is a welcoming creative space in Creston where people of all ages and abilities can explore, express, and discover through art. Owned and operated by mixed media artist Beth Swalwell, the studio offers flexible, hands-on classes and workshops designed to unlock your inner artist, no matter your experience level.
About the Business
What they offer: Art Barn provides a wide range of art classes and workshops including paper clay, sculpting, and papermaking, as well as kids’ art camps, art-themed birthday parties, and sewing/art clubs for ages 6 and up. Whether you’re just getting started or picking your creativity back up again, there’s something here for everyone. Sessions are flexible and booked around your schedule.
Unique approach or specialty: Beth brings over 20 years of personal art practice and training in both Canada and the U.S., alongside more than 30 years of experience working with children, youth, and seniors. She’s spent years exploring how art supports emotional wellbeing, especially in community settings, and her work is deeply influenced by the principles of art as healing. With a background in social services, she creates a space where all kids, no matter their experience, ability, or background, can feel safe, supported, and free to express themselves. Her approach is hands-on, thoughtful, and always rooted in accessibility; because art should have no barriers.
Their story: After decades working in caregiving and community roles, Beth opened Art Barn to merge her passion for art with her commitment to inclusive, meaningful spaces. Her journey as an artist and educator has been shaped by years of study, teaching, and personal practice. Today, Art Barn stands as a place where children’s (and adult’s) creativity is celebrated and is a safe place to express, connect, and explore. Whether you’re dropping in for a workshop or enrolling your child in an art club, Art Barn is all about making space for imagination.
Address: 805 25 Ave S, Creston, BC. V0B 1G1
Phone: (250) 428-1814
