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This 8-week intermediate painting course invites artists to loosen up, paint boldly, and explore expressive brushwork inspired by the energetic brushwork of Vincent van Gogh. Working in acrylics or oils, students will paint a different subject each week—ranging from dynamic landscapes to vibrant florals—using colour, rhythm, and intentional mark-making to bring their paintings to life. Each class will include instructor demonstrations focused on expressive techniques, colour mixing, and building movement through brushstrokes. Students will have ample studio time to paint, experiment, and develop their own voice, with ongoing individual feedback and guidance throughout each session. This course is ideal for painters who are comfortable with basic materials and techniques and are ready to push beyond realism, embrace texture, and paint with confidence and emotion. Click HERE for HdH Acrylics 2026 Supply List
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Join this 8-week course to learn techniques and principles behind the art of wet-on-wet oil painting. We will explore various concepts that are essential ingredients for successful portrait painting: getting the right proportions, mixing colours to create skin tones, strategically placing facial features, and understanding planes and shapes of the form. We will have different focuses for the first 4 weeks and the second 4 weeks: First 4 weeks: Proportions, value, colour mixing, brush techniques, demonstrations. Second 4 weeks: One Alla Prima painting each week. Click HERE for Alla Prima Portrait Painting Materials List
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Out of stockIf you are new to art, begin your journey here! Relax and enjoy as you discover the freedom inherent in watercolour. In this course, Diane will lead you to learn and control the fascinating interaction between water, paint, and paper. Focus on handling edges, backgrounds, negative painting; learn how to add washes, layers, and texture. From florals to landscapes, you will have fun learning the techniques needed to create a successful watercolour painting while you develop your own style. You will love Diane’s demonstrations and enjoy lots of individual attention. No pressure, just fun! Beginner Paint Materials List
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Every Friday, OAS members gather in both of our studios to paint, connect, trade ideas, and encourage / admire each other's work. The cost is free of charge for all our members, and the experience is priceless. Studios open at 9 am and people linger until mid afternoon.
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Every Friday, OAS members gather in both of our studios to paint, connect, trade ideas, and encourage / admire each other's work. The cost is free of charge for all our members, and the experience is priceless. Studios open at 9 am and some people linger until mid afternoon.
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This is one day workshop on Sunday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please bring your lunch.
The PERFECT Mother's Day gift is yours to create! This is your final opportunity to create your completely original silk scarf (as our dear Ani is moving abroad.) There is truly NO experience needed for this entirely stress free session. You will choose a design in advance that Ani will draw before the event, and you will simply paint it with the colours of your choosing. The result will be a stunning 20"×20" %100 Habotai Silk scarf with hand-sewn hem -- a piece you will treasure forever. Participants are going to work on 100% silk using non toxic fabric paints. -
Spend a fun few hours immersed in the magical world of Cyanotype with this interactive workshop. This unique form of camera-less photography dates back to 1842 and uses sunlight, treated paper and found objects and botanicals to create striking deep blue images. Participants will learn the steps to creating their own images, exposing them to the sunlight and watching them develop to reveal unique works of art. Suitable for any experience level. This workshop will take place both indoors and outside so participants are encouraged to bring a hat and water.
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This beginner-friendly workshop is designed as a calming, creative escape from the busyness of daily life. Together, we’ll explore watercolor through gentle, pattern-based exercises that encourage slowing down and connecting with the flow of paint and water. We’ll focus on intuitive brushwork, soft color layering, and mindful, meditative mark-making techniques. There’s no pressure to be “perfect” — the focus is on enjoying the process, experimenting with colors, and letting go of expectations. By the end, everyone will leave with 5–6 beautiful, abstract 5x7 pieces on professional grade, 100% cotton watercolour paper (provided). Please see the link directly below for the list of materials that you need to bring with you / are not provided (practice paper, paint etc.) You will go away with a newfound confidence in watercolors, and a sense of creative calm! Pooja_WatercolorWorkshop_Relax & Flow_SupplyListWatercolor paper: Pooja will provide 6 sheets of professional quality 100% cotton watercolor paper to each student. Each sheet will be sized to 5x7 inches which will be the size of final pattern pieces that we will be creating in the class together. However, students must bring their own watercolor paper or watercolor sketchbooks for warm-up and practice exercises before we jump into painting patterns.
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This is your last chance to create your completely original 9"×12" batik art on wild silk, as our dear Ani is moving abroad. Paint your own design and learn the wax process to create the exquisite batik texture. You will work on the highest grade silk, specifically suited for batik. Your outcome will be a piece suitable to mount on the canvas of your choice (9"×12" gallery deep or 11" ×14" regular) after the workshop (and therefore not included in the workshop fee.) Alternatively, you may later opt to stretch it under glass with paspartu/paper frame. All that will be left for you to complete at home is to iron off the wax before stretching it to suit your preferred presentation mode; you will leave with exact instructions for the specific technique you select, and everything you need to know regarding the aftercare of your treasured piece.
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In this workshop. discover how colour, especially in spring, works in developing a vibrant composition. You and Bonnie will paint a spring themed piece that is inspired by the beauty of Niagara -On-the-Lake , based on a characteristic street scene. We will explore the amazing light and colour dynamics; transparent watercolour, and the incorporation of mixed medium will enhance our theme. Our subject will exemplify full colour, and “how” to incorporate the beautiful characteristics of Niagara-on-Lake. Gouache and pen and ink as mixed medium options will be incorporated into the watercolour pigments. Bonnie will show you many techniques so that your composition provides a purposeful and unique painting experience. If colour excites you, and you are looking to master some new techniques while further exploring the tried and true, then this workshop is for you! Atmospheric perspective through colour will also be explored where spring painting becomes passion. Bonnie’s hands-on approach is sure to please! COLOURS AND MATERIALS FOR EXPLORING A SPRING WATERCOLOUR PAINTING WITH PANACHE IN COLOUR AND DESIGN!
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Capture the quiet beauty of misty forests in this calming and expressive 3-hour watercolor workshop. Inspired by layered woodland scenes, you’ll learn how to paint atmospheric landscapes using soft washes, minimal brushwork, and a monochromatic color palette. We’ll begin by exploring how to create depth through layering; starting with light, distant tree forms and gradually building darker foreground elements. You’ll learn essential watercolor techniques such as wet-on-wet blending, controlling water for soft edges, and using tonal values to create a sense of distance and mood. Through guided demonstrations and step-by-step instruction, you’ll discover how to simplify complex natural scenes into loose, expressive shapes while maintaining a sense of realism. The focus will be on creating a peaceful, moody atmosphere and learning to let the watercolor flow naturally. This workshop is perfect for beginners (of all ages) as well as artists looking to explore expressive landscapes and build confidence with watercolor techniques. click here for the MATERIALS List for Misty Watercolour Mountains
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In this workshop you will learn to appreciate the power of creative play to reinvigorate your art practice with energy and playfulness, the benefits of which will spill over into other aspects of your creative life. In the process you will gain ideas for integrating gelli printing into your studio practice, even if you are not going to pursue gelli printing as a focus. Classes will be a combination of systematic step by step learning and ‘play time’ focusing on risk-taking and problem solving as part of the creative process. This workshop is ideal for artists looking to expand their practice by integrating something new, and to introduce an element of abstraction and playfulness to their work. Materials List for Feb Weekend Gelli Printing Workshop at OAS
