Classes

Painting Studio with Annie Tsai - in Mandarin & English
Sept. 29 – Nov. 24
Mondays 10:30am - 12:00pm
$165.00 (8 weeks, no class
Oct. 13 for Thanksgiving Monday)

This painting class is designed for Beginner & Intermediate painters working independently in oil, watercolour or acrylics while being guided by Annie Tsai. In this Studio class students will be required to supply their own materials and be prepared to work on chosen subject matter of their choice. Annie teaches on a one on one basis, helping students with the challenges and techniques of their chosen piece.

Beginner Watercolour
Instructor Christine Guenard
September 23rd - November 18
Tuesdays 7:00 - 9:00pm
$165.00 (8 weeks, no class on November 11
for Remembrance Day)

For those artists who have been exposed to watercolours in past classes and want to learn more…. Don’t think you are quite ready for an intermediate class but have passed the “this is a paint brush” stage? Christine will guide you through a series of painting projects, teaching you techniques and skills in a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere that everyone enjoys. You will be amazed at what you can accomplish in this short 8 week class. See our web site for the supply list.

Introduction to Acrylics (Adults)
Instructor Cristiane Janson
October 1 – November 5
Wednesdays 7:00 - 9:00 pm
$128.00 (6 weeks)

Designed for beginning artists as a basic introduction to this versatile and exciting painting medium. Students will experiment with paint, textures, and colours, as well as be introduced to traditional painting techniques, collages, photo transfers and numerous painting mediums. On completion, students will have a good understanding of this exciting medium and its possibilities, how to apply and mix colour, and will learn about the creative process. Please visit our web site for the supply list .

Drawing Workshop
October 9 – November 27
Thursdays 7:00 - 9:00
$225.00 (Model fees included)
(8 weeks)

This is primarily a drawing class for those students who have some experience in drawing but want experience drawing the human figure, the portrait, and understanding composition and design. Students will be given the opportunity to learn about proportions of the human figure, understand and experiment with gesture, contour, value and volume while drawing with charcoal and other drawing materials. Students are required to have 18x24 newsprint pads and their own drawing supplies. All levels welcome in this full program.

Saturday Workshop
Chris Charlebois
September 27 – November 29
Saturdays
Morning Session: 10:00 – 1:00pm
Afternoon Session: 1:30 – 4:30pm
$225.00 (10 sessions)

Join us Saturdays for what has become a longstanding tradition at the workshop. Master painter Chris Charlebois leads this exploration in Oils and Acrylics. This class is organized as a one on one instructional workshop with Chris assisting, demonstrating, and encouraging students with their individual painting projects. Students should have some painting experience and arrive for the first class with their own supplies and prepared subject matter. We are very fortunate to be able to bring Chris back for these inspiring workshops where he demonstrates his techniques of palette knife impasto. Inspired by Rioppelle, his landscaped paintings come alive with motion and life.

Modern Art Workshop
Instructor Mark Glavina
October 6 – December 1
Mondays 7:00 – 9:00 pm
$169.00.00 (8 weeks, no class October 13 for
Thanksgiving Monday)

Beginners and intermediates paint in the medium of their choice in this open Studio class. Students will enjoy the opportunity and inspiration of painting with a group of peers, exploring modern and traditional art techniques, sharing ideas and modern approaches to still life, landscape and abstract art. Guided by instructor Mark Glavina with invited guests who will demonstrate a variety of painting techniques and ideas, this class is perfect for those students looking to experiment, make discoveries, and be inspired. For those feeling anxious about taking painting classes, put your fears to rest as it will be the highlight of your week and a perfect oasis from the stresses at work and home. Come and enjoy the painting process and paint alongside artist Mark Glavina and special guests.

Color and Design Workshop
November 7, 14, 21
Fridays 7:30 – 10:00pm
$75.00 (3 sessions)

Join us for this enjoyable relaxed Friday night series on colour and design aimed at both student and intermediate artists. In this three night workshop students will discover the interaction of colour, and learn how to mix and design colour for more powerful compositions. These classes are divided into two parts-- theory and practical hands-on experimenting with colour relationships. All materials and supplies are provided in this three night workshop.