Co-presented with the Markham Group of Artists, this weekly program offers non-instructional life drawing sessions featuring a live, clothed model in long poses. Open to artists of all skill levels, it provides a relaxed and supportive environment for exploring portraiture and figure drawing. Please bring your own materials including easels. Register or drop in. Space […]
Create a painted portrait of your pet while learning colour mixing, brushwork, layering, and techniques for capturing likeness and texture. Bring a reference photo of your pet. Suitable for all levels. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris Image credit: Linda Kalianteris
Learn how to draw portraits using charcoal in this hands-on drawing workshop! Learn step-by-step methods to construct faces and heads, then apply shading to create value and form. Work toward likenesses while drawing a professional model in a friendly, guided setting. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris
The Varley Art Gallery invites seniors 55+ to a free, two-hour art-making workshop at Amica Unionville. Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming environment as you explore your creativity, learn art techniques, and connect with others. Amica Unionville is fully accessible. If you require accommodations or have specific needs, please contact us at varley@markham.ca in advance of […]
Create a travel-style watercolour journal while sketching and painting outdoors. Learn to capture scenes and moments using portable materials in historic Unionville (weather permitting). Suitable for all levels. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris Image credit: Linda Kalianteris
Paint colourful summer garden landscapes while exploring value, composition, and design. Step-by-step guidance and feedback will be given to support artists of all levels. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris Image credit: Linda Kalianteris
Create a travel-style watercolour journal while sketching and painting outdoors. Learn to capture scenes and moments using portable materials in historic Unionville (weather permitting). Suitable for all levels. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris Image credit: Linda Kalianteris
Capture the sparkling light and reflections of a summer lake while developing skills in colour, value, composition, and design. Includes step-by-step instructions and constructive critiques. Suitable for all levels. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris Image credit: Linda Kalianteris
The Varley Art Gallery invites seniors 55+ to a free, two-hour art-making workshop at Amica Unionville. Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming environment as you explore your creativity, learn art techniques, and connect with others. Amica Unionville is fully accessible. If you require accommodations or have specific needs, please contact us at varley@markham.ca in advance of […]
This camp is designed to provide young artists with creative opportunities, hands-on fun, and access to a variety of art mediums. Campers will experiment with painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, and sculpture. All materials provided. Note: There will be no camp on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
