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    Procreate (digital art for iPad or android) Maia Lee-Thomas *8 weeks* (Wed. EVE) 7- 9:30 pm (Level 1and up) All Artists welcome (Sept.3-Oct.22)

    Price range: $205.00 through $230.00
    In this 8-week course, we’ll deep dive into the drawing program Procreate (for iPad). Other digital drawing programs are welcome, but will differ slightly in layout and usage. Topics like user interface, brush sets, layer organization, adjustments, export settings, and more will be explored in depth. Procreate-specific features like animation, selection tools, and flexible colour palettes will also be studied in a practical, hands-on approach. Throughout the course, we’ll develop personal projects, or a themed project while using digital techniques like clipping masks, blending modes, textures, and brush sets.  No experience needed!
    Please bring your own iPad! This is a digital only course, participants without an iPad or tablet will not receive the full experience and knowledge this course has to offer.
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    Fibre Arts (Fabric) Wall Sculpture *many materials included* Sun.Oct.5 (12:30-4:30 pm) Kat Currie (all welcome) Studio Two

    Price range: $65.00 through $75.00
    This workshop is all about manipulating and sculpting fabrics with the use of liquid adhesive to mold fabrics into permanent shapes that are mounted on wall canvas for permanent display.  The participants will paint two pieces of fabric and then manipulate these pieces of fabric before mounting them. Completely new to OAS, this tactile art is so satisfying in its process, and the resulting pieces provide beautiful lines and flowing effects. Every participant will receive a handout outlining the whole process so they can replicate it on their own. (You'll want to do it again!)
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    3D Fibre Art Objects *many materials included* Sun.Nov.23 (1-4 pm) Kat Currie (all welcome) Studio Two

    Price range: $55.00 through $65.00
    In this Sunday afternoon workshop, participants who love form and texture will receive step-by-step instruction and hands on practice in the use of water-soluble fabric to create 3D objects. The 3D objects will be created using various types of threads, scraps of fabric, ribbon, and any other types of fibre or fabric the participants may want to experiment with during the workshop. An instructional handout will be provided to ensure you may replicate this and continue to play with this new technique at home. Many materials are included, but you can add your own special touches using bits of things to add an even more personal touch to your pieces. (See below.)
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    Exploratory Expression (Mixed Media) *TWO SPOTS LEFT* Wednesdays (9:30am-12:30pm) Judy Mayer-Grieve (Level 2 and up) 8 weeks (Sept.3-Oct.22)

    Price range: $245.00 through $275.00
    Always 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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    The Very Beginning / Art 101 (Greg Douglas) Wednesdays (9:30am – 12:30pm) level 1 (6 weeks) Sept.17-Oct.22

    Price range: $190.00 through $210.00
    Do you wish you’d taken art in school? This is the course to start you on your art journey! You will learn the fundamental concepts used in visual arts and design to create effective and aesthetically pleasing compositions. You will explore the elements of design – line, shape, form, colour, value, space and texture – and create works around them. The principles of design – from balance and proportion to repetition, and white space (and everything in between) – will apply to every aspect of your practice going forward.
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    Drawing and Painting (oil) Peter Cheung (Wednesdays) 1-4 pm *Level one and up!* 4 weeks (Sept.3-24)

    Price range: $125.00 through $140.00
    Peter very rarely offers a class for beginners. This is a rare and wonderful opportunity! This four-week class will guide you through the fundamental stages of drawing, teaching you to perceive values, perspective, and composition. You will learn how to translate your drawings into coloured paintings through colour mixing and application. This course is designed for both beginners and intermediate painters to unlock your artistic potential and discover your unique creative expression. Material List Peter Cheung Fall 2025 OAS
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    Introduction to Integrated printmaking *MID FALL* (WED afternoon 1-4 pm) Carolyn Hassard (Level 1-2) 4 weeks (Oct. 1-22)

    Price range: $125.00 through $140.00
    This short course is packed with tabletop printmaking techniques, with additional access to a small printing press (12 x 24). “An introduction to integrated Printmaking” will launch you into a wonderful world of possibilities to expand your art practice with affordable, safe and accessible printmaking techniques adaptable to a variety of media. This course also touches on the philosophy behind an artistic mindset and approach, which is formative and process based. Plenty of inspiration will be offered for the artist to carry forward into their own, individual  creations. Fabric printing can be included. Each week, including the first, will be preceded by a 15 minute YouTube demo in order to minimize class demo time and maximize in studio work time. This will also allow participants to bring the materials required to pursue their own interests. This course is ‘hive’ designed to encourage the development of social artistic learning connections.(AND...students will have the opportunity to follow up with a six week, open studio series to continue to explore and play.)  Fall 2025 OAS Materials List for Printmaking Class  
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    Beginner and a Bit (oil) *SOLD OUT* Wednesdays 1-4 pm (Barbara Chapman) Level 1+ (6 Weeks) Sept.10-Oct.22

    Price range: $190.00 through $210.00
    Join Barbara as you explore a looser, more impressionistic approach to oil painting for beginners. Barbara will guide you as you learn how to start your paintings, how to use your paint and brushes,  and recognize shape and value in a composition. She will also touch on colour relationships and composition which play an important role in conveying a strong visual statement. Expect to play with a variety of colours and colour relationships in the palettes of the great impressionists. Lots of individual attention will guide you as you start your journey of painting in an impressionistic style. Note: This is also an ideal class for anyone who has taken one of Barbara's earlier beginner classes as there will be all new subject matter and she will build on her previous lessons. Materials List - Barbara Chapman - OAS - Beginner
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    Life Drawing (pencil / charcoal) Wednesday EVE (7-10 pm) Tritan Braho (8 weeks) beginner and up (Sept.3-Oct.22)

    Price range: $245.00 through $275.00
    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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    More Exploratory Expression (Mixed Media) *LATE FALL* Wednesdays (9:30am-12:30pm) Judy Mayer-Grieve (Level 2 and up) 6 weeks (Nov.5-Dec.10)

    Price range: $190.00 through $210.00
    Always 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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    Watercolour from the Beginning *LATE FALL* (Wed AM) 6 Weeks (Nov.5-Dec.10) Diane McEntee (Level 1) Studio TWO (9:30am-12:30pm)

    Price range: $190.00 through $210.00
    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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    Mixed Media Artist Studio *LATE FALL* (Wednesdays 1-4 pm) no instructor (Level 1+ and up) 6 Weeks (Nov.5-Dec.10)

    Price range: $65.00 through $80.00

    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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