Adult Painting &
Arts Combo
Go Beyond Drawing in Fall 2021
Painting, journaling and sculpting are the natural next steps after learning to draw. Our unique and systematic teaching process provides students with “take-home” knowledge and skills that promotes independence.
We offer introductory classes in watercolour, acrylic painting & arts combo (journal + sculpting). Intermediate students are welcome to join instructor-lead projects, or bring in their own projects to work on alongside other students and receive mentorship from our artist instructor.
ACRYLIC PAINTING
Strokes of Brilliance ~ Daytime Painting
Our beginner to intermediate painting classes are perfect for students new to acrylic painting as well as experienced. Join us on Friday mornings and practice your art in a communal setting with a supportive and friendly group of peers. Take your paintings to the next level. We will explore brushwork techniques, colour mixing, use of mediums, and various painting styles. As well, composition, design, and tonal values will be examined to create impressive pieces. Experimentation with mixed media may also be introduced.
This class allows students the option of bringing in their own projects. Subjects include landscape, portrait, still life, and abstract. Our studio offers a lovely space with natural lighting in which to create and relax. Mentorship and feedback/critiques are offered if you would like.
Grab a friends to enjoy this relaxing class with you. 10 % discount offered when 2 people sign up together.
Drop-in Available: Bring in your own projects or request specific subject/project ideas. Minimum of 5 students required to offer the class.
- Fridays 9:30 – 11:30 am; Sep 10 – Dec 10, 2021 (14 classes)
- Returning Students: $555
- New Student Registration: $20
- Project of Choice: $355
- 4-week sampler (including materials): $175
- Materials are not included. Instructor will provide a supply list at the time of registration.
Learn Acrylic Painting for Adults + Teens ~ Evening
Have you had your fill of Paint and Sip projects? Ready for a more in-depth painting experience? This class will introduce you to the wonder of painting with acrylic paints through hands-on learning. Create several finished compositions and gain confidence in your own personal, creative expression.
This class starts at the beginning and is designed for those with minimal to zero painting experience. Simple subject matter such as botanicals, landscapes, and still life will be explored. Fundamental art concepts of form, light, colour and texture are applied to create paintings you’ll be proud to display. Knowledge of basic drawing vocabulary is beneficial but not required. Adults/teens with painting experience are welcome too! This class allows students the option of bringing in their own projects.
Come with a friend and enjoy this relaxing class together. 10% discount offered when 2 people sign up together.
Drop-in Available: Bring in your own projects or request specific subject/project ideas. Minimum of 5 students required to offer the class.
- Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:30 pm; Sep 14 – Nov 30, 2021 (12 classes)
- Returning Students: $472.50
- New Student Registration: $20
- Project of Choice: $320
- Materials are not included. Instructor will provide a supply list at the time of registration.
WATERCOLOUR PAINTING ~ Daytime
Watercolour Painting: Basics
In this class for beginners, learn basic techniques for painting with watercolours while discovering the unique properties of this medium. While learning painting techniques, we encourage exploration of the materials and personal creative expression. Knowledge of drawing fundamentals and confidence in own drawing skills is beneficial but not necessary.
- Instructor: Alesha Buczny
- Wednesdays 1:30 – 3:30 pm; Sep 8 – Dec 8, 2021 (14 classes)
- Materials are not included. Instructor will provide a supply list at the time of registration
- Returning Student: $555
- New Student Registration: $20
- 4-week Sampler with materials: $175
Watercolour Painting: Beyond the basics
In this intermediate watercolour class, students build on the foundational techniques of watercolour while expanding to more complex subjects, styles, and processes. Traditional, alternative and experimental approaches will be explored to create imagery that is lively, vibrant and authentic. Deepen your knowledge of colour theory and learn how to create 30 different colours from the 3 primaries. Discover the unique properties of different surfaces and mediums such as India ink, a gouache resist and gel mediums. Achieve more expressive paintings and beautiful compositions with this medium while enjoying the creative process through experimentation and improvisation. Inspiration may come from the instructor-lead lessons or your project of choice.
- Instructor: Alesha Buczny
- Wednesdays at 10:00 am – noon; Sep 8 – Dec 12, 2021 (14 classes)
- Materials are not included. Instructor will provide a supply list at the time of registration
- Returning Student: $555
- New Student Registration: $20
- Project of Choice: $367.50
ARTS COMBO
ARTS COMBO
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Arts Combo for Teens & Adults:
mixed media + sculpting
This class is a combination of Zentangle, art journaling, sculpting, and acrylic painting. Students explore many professional art techniques and mediums while creating finished art pieces. Students are guided through the same process used by professional artists. All projects begin with raw materials and common supplies.
Projects will include:
- Zentangle Portrait: a mindful process of repetitive mark-making to create patterns and designs.
- Print-making with self-made stamp, stencils and Geli plates.
- Journal building and book binding.
- Art journal projects combine dry, wet and textured mediums with everyday materials for personal expression.
- Acrylic painting.
- Embossed disc sculpture: armature and relief sculpture techniques.
Register with a friend or family member. Everyone has more fun and saves 10% each! You’ll look forward to this creative opportunity to bond and learn together. This is just the right class for teens and adults together! Teachers and educators are also welcome to experience the process of art journalling as a learning tool with their own students.
Art supplies/materials provided; some personal items may be requested.
- Instructor: Deborah Lawton
- Mondays at 6:30 – 8:30 pm; Sep 13 – Dec 13, 2021 (13 classes)
- Returning Students: $515
- New Student Registration: $20
- Materials Fee: $52.50