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Nov 08, 2026

[NEW! Weekend Workshop] Fundamentals: Intro to Acrylics
[NEW! Weekend Workshop] Fundamentals: Intro to Acrylics

This beginner-friendly workshop introduces the fundamentals of acrylic painting through a simple bee and flower garden composition. Participants will learn basic brush handling, brush strokes, and simple colour mixing with a focus on greens, while exploring how to build a small painting step by step. Suitable for all skill levels. Participants will go home with a finished 5×7 painting ready to frame or add to a sketchbook.

Artist/Instructor: Kareen Hague
Image credit: Kareen Hague

*All supplies are provided. A nominal $10 artist fee applies to cover materials.

11/08/2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages 18+
$52*
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[NEW! Weekend Workshop] Fibre Art: Wet Felting
[NEW! Weekend Workshop] Fibre Art: Wet Felting

Theme: Wearable Felt – Merino Cowl

Create your own seamless felted infinity neck warmer using soft merino wool and silk fibres. Using wet felting techniques, transform natural fibres into a lightweight, reversible wearable accessory featuring unique textures, colours, and handmade details. Suitable for all skill levels.

Artist/Instructor: Rumy Glogova
Image credit: Rumy Glogova

*A materials kit ($25) is payable directly to the instructor (cash accepted). Additional specialty fibres will be available based on individual project needs.

11/08/2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ages 16+
$104*
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[10-Week Art Class] Mixed Media for Mini Artists
[10-Week Art Class] Mixed Media for Mini Artists

Spark your little one’s creativity in this playful class for mini artists! Children explore painting, drawing, collage, and sculpting while developing fine motor skills and creative confidence in a fun, nurturing studio environment. Gallery visits provide additional inspiration.

All materials included.

10/04/2026 - 12/06/2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages 4 to 6
Every Sun
$382 (10 sessions)
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