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Out of stockAlways evolving, Judy's journey continues. This class is about the exploration of various artistic materials and techniques to create unique and diverse art. Students are encouraged to experiment with the option of personal reference material of choice and / or subject matter, such as landscape, abstract, figurative, portrait, and mixed media and to employ recycled materials for inspiration. Your instructor will encourage you to explore and guide you through the various stages of development of your artwork. Experiment with mixing traditional mediums such as painting, drawing and non-traditional materials – found objects, textiles, collage elements and more will be celebrated. The emphasis is on creative exploration, allowing students to break with tradition and discover inspiration through new exciting ways of creating visual art. Judy Mayer Grieve Materials List for Art Classes Materials: Canvas or board, Water soluble Oil, Watercolour, Acrylic paint and mediums, gesso for building textures (and anything else you’d like to bring to your experience), from recycled to upcycled pieces of your choosing. Absolutely anything goes!
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If 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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Dedicated time in Studio Two on Wednesday afternoons to make art with others at OAS. Take six weeks. Play and collaborate with other artists in this completely informal, co-operative studio setting. Gelli printers, collage artists, print-makers, and other mixed media artists are invited to join this social, productive and inspiring tabletop art group. Open to members and non-members, this is the perfect opportunity to work on your art with others and learn from each other along the way. No formal instruction whatsoever, but feel free to offer / receive feedback and encouragement from others, (as you wish).
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This course focuses on drawing and sketching real-life subjects in the form of everyday objects as well as specialized cast statues. The cast statues include depictions of statues and wall decals from the renaissance, casted using white plaster cast. These objects and casts will inspire students to create vividly authentic sketches, allowing them to enrich their artistic talents. With attention to value, form, perspective and proportion, you’ll be sure to learn skills that will further your artistic journey and develop works fueled by technical skill.
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This class is a percolator for the imagination. Moving beyond technical skill, students are encouraged to experiment with paint, tools, recycled materials and more in this class. Through personal projects, critical discussions, and introspective exercises, students will learn to identify and hone their unique artistic skills and develop conceptual depth to their work. The goal is to create authentic artwork, giving each student the unique opportunity for creative expression. Ranging from representational to non representational artwork, all will be celebrated. Updated supply list for Art Classes JMG
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Whether you have ever tried pastels before, or would like to venture into the softness of this soothing medium, begin here. Greg will cover all the fundamentals and provide demonstrations every class, taking direction from the class to determine subject matter. Individual feedback and encouragement are guaranteed, and you will end up saying "This was an amazing introduction to pastel course! I have learnt a lot in a short time and was really happy about my results. We covered a lot of techniques and learned many tips. I liked that we were able to choose our own subjects. It was great to have a demo part at the beginning of each class before working independently, and still be guided and encouraged throughout each class. Greg is a great educator and artist! I hope there will be a continuation of this class." Greg Douglas Materials List Pastel
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Just introduced in the late fall class series, we are excited to welcome the president of the Oakville Sculptors and Woodworking Guild to introduce our students to wood carving. This class -- perfect for beginners -- is ideal because Tim will be joined by one or two additional instructors at every class. Everyone will have lots of individual attention to move step by step to complete a project of choice -- a 3 dimensional object such as a bear, or a relief carving such as a duck -- over the course of four weeks. All materials (cut wooden blanks, hand carving tools, sandpaper, protective gloves) are provided. Just come and enjoy something new!
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Join Barbara as you explore next steps in colour theory and mixing, the history of pigments, colour harmony, and colour relativity in this in-depth class which is all about colour. You will discuss colour temperature, hue, value and saturation, and complete exercises which will guide you on your way to a deeper understanding of colour. Be prepared to learn about the intricacies of colour and how to navigate your palette in a way to best achieve what helps you "speak" with colour. Materials List - BChapman - OAS - Colour Theory
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If 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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Painting “poetic landscape” is not about a place; it’s about a way of seeing. It is about transforming the ordinary into something profound, where nature and feeling meet on the canvas. Each class will involve an instructor demonstration and student exercise. Material List for Painting Poetic Landscape January 2026 OAS with Peter Cheung
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New to OAS, we are excited to welcome members of the Oakville Sculptors and Woodworking Guild to introduce our students to wood carving. This class -- perfect for beginners -- is ideal because there will be two-three instructors at every class. Everyone will have lots of individual attention to move step by step to complete a project of choice -- a 3 dimensional object such as a bear, or a relief carving such as an angel (images coming soon) -- over the course of four weeks. All materials (cut wooden blanks, hand carving tools, sandpaper, protective gloves) are provided. Just come and enjoy something new!
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Maybe you have already started, or maybe you're just jumping in now? The Growling Confident Beginner is a fun, encouraging 6-week acrylic painting course designed for people new to the joys of acrylic. In a relaxed, no-pressure environment, instructor Heather will have you exploring the basics of acrylic painting step by step. Each week features a simple project that introduces key techniques like brushwork, color mixing, layering, and composition. You’ll gain confidence as you create landscapes, still lifes, florals, and more—learning to enjoy the process as much as the final result. Whether you’re new to art or returning after a long break, this course will help you develop your creative skills, quiet your inner critic, and leave each class feeling proud of what you’ve made.
