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Portraiture: Drawing Practice with a Model Workshop

The morning portraiture lesson will continue in the afternoon with a professional model. We will use the fundamental portraiture skills we learned in the morning, for a fun and relaxed afternoon of drawing from life. Please note: “Introduction to Portrait Drawing” is required for the afternoon session. All skill levels welcome. Materials not included. A […]

Introduction to Portrait Drawing Workshop

The workshop will begin by learning about the structure of the human head, and how to place the features into position, while using shading to create value and form. Then, register for the afternoon session “Portraiture Drawing Practice with a Model,” for additional instruction and practice with a live sitter. All skill levels welcome. Materials […]

Introduction to Life Drawing Workshop

Learn to draw the human form with confidence and ease. With step-by-step guidance, understand how to approach the essential elements of the human form such as proportion, structure, and movement while practicing with various drawing tools. All skill levels welcome. Materials not included. A supply list will be provided one week in advance.

Introduction to Drawing Workshop

Join us for the drawing workshop that puts the “FUN” in fundamentals of drawing! Explore different drawing tools, and the essential elements of drawing and shading such as line, form and value. Learn how to create three dimensional drawings with step-by-step guidance, and instruction. All skill levels welcome. Materials not included. A supply list will […]

Watercolour – Beginner to Intermediate

Learn the basics of watercolour painting while having fun with distinctive techniques. Through artist’s demonstrations, exercises and lots of time painting, you’ll build an understanding of colour theory, layering techniques and composition. No experience required. Materials not included.

Start with Art

Nurture your child’s imagination through creative play. Using a variety of media, children are encouraged to express their thoughts and emotions about the world around them. Through sculpture, painting, drawing and more, instructors help your little artist build confidence, practice decision-making and develop fine motor skills. Designed for children with active imaginations and a keen […]

Intro to Oil Painting: Beginner to Intermediate

Have you always wanted to paint with oils? Learn the technique of oil painting while exploring topics such as: studio safety and clean up, supplies, composition, colour mixing and energetic brush strokes! We will cover the step by step processes of painting a modern still life using the “alia prima” painting method, in which an […]

Elements of Art and Design

Working in a variety of media, kids with a passion for art will lear how to apply the elements of design and principles of art in their creative practices. Through gallery tours and experiments in the studio, kids will develop strong visual literacy to understand the fundamentals of art. Studying line, shape, form, and texture, […]

Introduction to Oil Painting Workshop

Have you always wanted to paint with oils? Learn the technique of oil painting while exploring topics such as studio safety and clean up, composition, colour mixing and energetic brush strokes; using three colours, plus white! All skill levels welcome. Materials not included. A supply list will be provided one week in advance.

Landscape Painting

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