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Feb 13, 2026

[8-Week Art Class] The Painted Portrait
[8-Week Art Class] The Painted Portrait

Discover the art of portraiture in this introductory class designed to simplify the portrait painting process. Beginning with one colour, learn how to accurately place the features, and bring your painting to life, by adding value and shading. Next, explore the “Zorn” palette, a simple and effective system for mixing realistic skin tones. Using just three colours plus white, you’ll learn how to create a range of warm and cool flesh tones to paint quickly and accurately in either oil or acrylic paint. Perfect for anyone looking to simplify their portrait painting process when capturing a model’s likeness.

Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris

Note: No class on Friday, March 20 due to March Break Camps, and Friday, April 3 due to Good Friday.

02/06/2026 - 04/10/2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Ages 18+
Every Fri
$394 for 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

Note: No class on Friday, March 20 due to March Break Camps, and Friday, April 3 due to Good Friday.

02/06/2026 - 04/10/2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages 18+
Every Fri
$378 for 8 sessions
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