Get seen, get selling! What comes next, after you've painted and accumulated many works of art? It's not luck. Successful artists develop skills beyond their craft. In this course, we'll break down various steps to take to turn your passion into profit. Social media, events, galleries, art fairs, competitions, connecting with the right buyers and more. Shelley has a large following and is known in international art circles. Shelley will help you evaluate your individual goals and find the right path for you. For all painting media, sculpture, fibre arts, photography etc. Supplies - just a notebook and pen/pencil -- really!
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Back AGAIN by popular demand! Dedicated time to just paint with others in Studio One. Get out of the house, and take your Monday evenings to create anything you wish in this completely informal setting for optimal comfort and focus. This studio time, open to members and non-members, is the perfect opportunity to work on pieces from classes you're taking, or whatever you like. These precious hours involve no formal instruction whatsoever, but feel free to offer / receive feedback and encouragement from others, (as you wish).
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In this 6-week colour focused course, you’ll learn to mix and paint with acrylic paints according to the rainbow. By focusing on one colour each week, we’ll explore its possibilities in depth by creating (almost) monochromatic paintings of a range of different subjects - think Picasso's paintings from his Blue Period or Van Gogh's Self Portrait (1889). We’ll study what colours harmonize well with each other, value and contrast, colour schemes, and more! You’ll leave this course with a thorough understanding of how to use just a singular colour to achieve depth and emotion. Materials List - Fall Crazy for Colour Acrylic Painting Class - Maia Lee-Thomas
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Dive into the wonderful world of COLOUR! In this introductory course, you will learn the how's and why's of colour. Learn how to mix and use warm, cool and neutral tones through experiments on greyscales/grisaille and colour mixing techniques. Each class will include a lesson on a new aspect of colour theory, along with a painting demo and project to put the information into practice. Finish the class feeling more confident in your knowledge of colour and how to apply it into your art! Click HERE for the Intro to Colour Theory Materials List - Megan Hazen
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Unlock the power of the palette knife and transform your canvases into bold, tactile masterpieces. In this five-week course, you will learn to abandon the brush in favor of energetic, impasto techniques that emphasize texture, light, and depth. Whether you are focusing on wild forest scenes or serene water features, you will gain the confidence to create vibrant, expressive landscapes that truly stand off the canvas. Click HERE for Palette Knife with Maria Iva list of supplies Fall 2026
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Out of stockFrom paper to picture, this course will teach the beginner the flow of water and paint. We'll discuss paper, paint, brushes and tricks fine artists use to complete several watercolour originals. Learn how much water to use, how to put on a wash, skies, flowers, fruit and scenery. Have fun while learning in a casual and friendly evening class. Click Here for Beginner Paint Materials List
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OAS is thrilled to bring life drawing (with live models) to Studio Two on Tuesday evenings this fall. This eight week life drawing class will begin with fundamental drawing techniques applied to the human figure. Techniques taught will include: basic human anatomy, contour drawing, gesture drawing and chiaroscuro. The concluding drawings in the class will involve long poses where all techniques covered are cohesively combined. Click HERE for Life Drawing Supply List (The course price includes fees paid to models each week, as well as a Sheridan College art instructor). Click HERE for Weekly Course Outline for Life Drawing Course
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Bestselling Canadian author Camilla Gibb discovered that collage is a perfect companion to poetry. Join her to enjoy both -- a reading from her recently released poetry collection "I Used to be a Pisces" and a no-experience necessary collage workshop to explore intuitive connections between colour, shape, form, and even words. (You are welcome to bring your own materials (paper and non-paper); Camilla will have an assortment of paper resources.)
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Focus on the dramatic presence of light and colour and gain a better understanding of composition. France is famous for expressing colour and light and so we will include these characteristics in our inspirational journey. We will explore a typical French scene with both landscape and architectural elements which are so characteristic of France. The Southwest of France, and Paris, with infinite possibilities will prove to be most exciting. Our painting will exemplify all of these elements to provide a beautiful result. Colour mixing, and Bonnie’s exciting use and interpretation of colour will be emphasized for students. If colour excites you, then this workshop is for you! Atmospheric and linear perspective will also be key objectives, and taught. Bonnie’s hands-on approach and exciting demos will inspire passion and luminous paintings. Click HERE for the materials list
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Yet another first at OAS, join us to experience the rare art of handcrafted watercolor paint making firsthand, mulling rich, natural Lapis Liziui and other gemstone pigments into vibrant paints. It is a rare process, and being there in person is the best way to fully appreciate the depth, texture, and craftsmanship of this age-old art. Each participant will fill 10-12 half pans of paint – valued at $40 each – and receive a complimentary travel watercolour palette to house the paint they create.
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Enjoy this wonderful afternoon Silk Painting Workshop. This hands-on workshop invites you to slow down, get inspired, and explore the art of painting on silk in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. You will receive your own 18"x 18" silk scarf ready to paint. The pattern is a lovely, flowing magnolia design. You will choose all the colours to make this wonderful piece your own. Tatiana will guide you, step by step, to learn the basics of silk painting techniques while creating your own one-of-a-kind piece. It’s the perfect opportunity to try something new, connect with others in the community, and leave with a stunning silk piece you’ll be proud to keep yourself, or share as a gift. All materials are included, so just come and enjoy! We are excited to welcome Tatiana to OAS.Have a look at her website:... and her Instagram:tatiana_dragalin
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This portrait course introduces students to the essential skills needed to create convincing portraits in both drawing and painting. During the first half of the course, students will develop a strong foundation in drawing by learning proportion, perspective, basic anatomy, and value, with an emphasis on seeing and simplifying forms. In the second half, students will transition into painting, exploring value, colour mixing, and practical painting techniques through guided exercises and a final portrait project. Through demonstrations, hands-on practice, and individual feedback, students will gain a better understanding of structure, light, and colour while building confidence in creating expressive and realistic portraits. Click here for materials List for Portrait Drawing to Painting in Oil with Connie Lee
