our story.

The Art Department is a Tsawwassen studio offering pottery, painting, and other creative classes for all ages and skill levels.

I'm Chantal, and I run The Art Department day to day. My goal is to make art accessible to everyone and build a real community, one brought together by a shared love of art and the desire to create.

Mike Soltis started The Art Department and built the foundation of what it is today. Owning a creative space has been a dream of mine for years, so when the opportunity came up to take over the business in June of 2026, I couldn't pass it up. I've been building on what he started and taking it in a direction that felt true to my own vision ever since.

None of this happens without our team. Our instructors and staff bring years of experience and a genuine love for what they teach. They're the reason people keep coming back.

Stop by and make something with us. We’d love to see you in the studio.