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Nov 06, 2026

[NEW! 4-Week Art Class] Hand-Building: Connected through Clay
[NEW! 4-Week Art Class] Hand-Building: Connected through Clay

Step into a four-week journey where clay becomes a bridge between your hands, your heart, and the wisdom of the earth. Guided with warmth and intention, every session invites you to slow down, reflect, and connect with nature and the creativity within. Learn traditional techniques like pinching, coiling, sculpting, and carving while creating three unique ceramic pieces. Suitable for all skill levels. Finished works will be professionally bisque-fired and glaze-fired.

Artist/instructor: Vanessa Garcia

*All materials included. A $30 material fee is required and will cover all costs for clay, glaze, and firing.

11/06/2026 - 11/27/2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages 18+
Every Fri
$208* (4 sessions)
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[8-Week Art Class] Introduction to Oil Painting, and the Art of Still Life
[8-Week Art Class] Introduction to Oil Painting, and the Art of Still Life

Experience the beauty of oil painting! Learn the techniques and fundamentals of still life painting, including composition, colour mixing, and brushwork. Ideal for beginners and experienced painters eager to explore oils.

Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris
Image credit: Linda Kalianteris

10/02/2026 - 11/20/2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Ages 18+
Every Fri
$420 (8 sessions)
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[8-Week Art Class] Landscape Painting
[8-Week Art Class] Landscape Painting

Discover the beauty of painting landscapes in this hands-on program designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of landscape painting. Explore topics such as: oil painting safety, composition, value, and design, as well as focused lessons on how to paint sky, trees, clouds, buildings, shrubs, flowers and more. With step-by-step instructor guidance and critiques, this program is suitable for both beginner and seasoned landscape painters.

Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris

10/02/2026 - 11/20/2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages 18+
Every Fri
$420 (8 sessions)
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