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Drop-in Friday Night Life Drawing: Open Studio

Presented in partnership with the Markham Group of Artists, this weekly Friday evening program offers a non-instructional life drawing session featuring a live model. Open to artists of all skill levels, the program provides a relaxed and supportive environment for exploring portraiture and life drawing. Participants are required to bring their own art materials. Space […]

Adult “Summer Camp” Series: Introduction to Drawing

Build your creative skill set with the workshop that puts the “fun” in the FUNdamentals of drawing! Learn how to use a variety of drawing tools while exploring topics such as: line, form, value , light, shadow and perspective. Suitable for all skill levels. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris

Adult “Summer Camp” Series: Introduction to Portrait Drawing – Beginner to Intermediate

Discover the art of portraiture! This program will focus on the fundamentals of portraiture to understand the construction of the face and head by using a simple step by step drawing method. Next, students will use shading to create value and form. Together, we will work towards capturing a likeness while drawing a professional model. […]

Adult “Summer Camp” Series: Oil Painting – Without Solvents

Learn the art of oil painting without solvents and chemicals, while exploring topics such as studio safety and clean up, colour mixing and energetic brush strokes! This workshop is perfect for beginner and experienced painter who would like to add oils to their skill set. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris

Adult “Summer Camp” Series: Landscape Painting

Discover the beauty of painting landscapes in this hands-on workshop 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 […]

Adult “Summer Camp” Series: En Plein Air

Build on your painting skills by exploring value, composition and design, with rich colour and lively brushwork to boost the energy in your landscape paintings! With weather permitting, we will take our supplies outside to paint beautiful Main Street Unionville and Toogood Pond. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris

[NEW! Evening Sessions] Life Drawing: Drop-in Studio

Presented in partnership with the Markham Group of Artists, this weekly evening program offers a non-instructional life drawing session featuring a live model. Open to artists of all skill levels, the program provides a relaxed and supportive environment for exploring portraiture and life drawing. Participants are required to bring their own art materials. Space is […]

[Weekend Workshop] Brush Calligraphy: Beginner

Brush pen calligraphy can be used to add a personal touch to everything from greeting cards to event signage. In this workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of modern brush pen calligraphy, including how to hold a brush pen, form basic strokes, and connect these strokes to form lowercase letters and words. Students will receive […]

[4-Week Art Classes] Try it! Intro to Art

In a relaxed and inclusive environment, you’ll be guided through a variety of media, learning how to draw and paint. Demonstrations and hands-on exercises will be provided. No experience required; just come with an open mind and leave your fears at the door. Designed for participants who have not previously registered for a Varley Art […]

[4-Week Art Classes] DIY Printmaking Studio

Discover the creative possibilities of printmaking, no press required! This engaging workshop series introduces participants to a variety of accessible, low-cost printmaking techniques that can be done right at home using everyday and recycled materials. From kitchen lithography to linocut carving and beyond, you’ll learn step-by-step methods to create layered, textured, and dynamic prints while […]