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Out of stockJoin Barbara as you explore a looser, more impressionistic approach to the traditional street scene subject matter. Expect to see the provided subject matter pulled from the east coast of Canada as well as local and travel images. Barbara will guide you as you learn how colour relationships, edges, composition, shape and value play an important role in conveying a strong visual statement. Expect to play with a variety of colours and colour harmonies, and the palettes of the great impressionists. Lots of individual attention to guide you in a manner for painting in a more impressionistic style. Materials List - Barbara Chapman - All
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Out of stockBack by popular demand! Starting with choosing the right reference, we will explore all aspects of portraiture in watercolour. We will discuss getting the right values, creating contours, textures, details, lighting and backgrounds. Learn how to tackle this exciting subject with confidence.
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Back by request for JULY! 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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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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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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Have you ever wanted to learn how to paint our wild friends, but haven't been sure where to start? This is the class for you! In the 6-week class, Megan will teach you to paint animal portraits from beginning to end. Learn the basics of painting with acrylic, while practicing with a focus on capturing the spark of life within each animal. The first part will cover the basics -- preparing and sketching the composition while paying attention to proportion, breaking down the image to digestible pieces. The next piece will be selected by the class, and provide great practice to build on these skills. Finally, you'll choose your own inspiration image, and Megan will provide individual support as your selection takes shape. What will you choose? A bear, a bird, a snake... your pet? The possibilities are endless, and the outcomes... priceless! Megan Hazen Fall 2025 Materials List OAS
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In this course, interpretation of the landscape painting takes precedence over accurate depiction. This means colors, shapes, and forms may be altered or exaggerated to convey a specific feeling or idea. For example, a sunset might be painted with vibrant, unnatural colors to evoke a sense of drama or emotion. Or A stormy sky might be used to symbolize turmoil or intensity. This may also include abstract or semi-abstract elements, such as simplified shapes, bold brushstrokes, or non-representational forms; trees might be reduced to geometric shapes, or the horizon line might be distorted to create a sense of movement. Judy Mayer Grieve Materials List for Art Classes
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If you're looking to build a strong foundation in realism, this class is for you. You will explore essential techniques that form the basis of realistic painting. Learn how to create strong compositions, observe light and shadow more accurately, understand color relationships, and render convincing textures. You will also gain practical and in-depth knowledge of color theory and color perception techniques, specifically within the context of realism—focusing on still life and landscape subjects. By the end of the course, your skills will have significantly improved, and you'll feel more confident in creating your own artworks.
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Out of stockSo we can paint – now what? This is a question I ask myself more and more each day – why am I doing this, and what is it for? I do like to capture a great landscape, still life or peoplescape, but I want to add something more to my work. Something of meaning to me, something that may evoke an emotion, or provoke the viewer to look at the work and be pulled into the painting. This type of work is challenging and will add a whole new meaning to the work you will create. We paint in this class and complete a number of works that will surely add to your creative journey. A notebook or sketchbook (plus pen or pencil) is essential. We will use this to capture your thoughts and intentions for your work. SupplyList 2025-Thusrday Class Instructor: Level: 2+ Thursday afternoons: 1-4 p.m. Robin Mitchell Materials List
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Create ART with your smartphone! Are you familiar with all the functions of your smartphone camera? Do you take photos without knowing how to make them engaging or creative? Do you want to awaken the artist inside of you? Knowing how to compose an effective shot, along with the creative capabilities of smartphone apps, make what you can achieve on a phone extraordinary. In this class, Ron will help you master the techniques that will transform your images and give them an artistic edge. Learn how to effectively capture and edit shots and turn any photograph, new or old, taken on any camera, into a memorable image. This class will give you the ability and confidence to create amazing images, all conveniently done on your phone or tablet with easy to use photography apps.
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In the first weeks of this course, Sue will teach you how to easily break down and simplify a painting from the Group of Seven. She will show you how to mix and apply the colours, and how to add details to finish the painting. The next weeks are your choice. Bring in a photograph or a painting you’ve always admired and use the techniques you learned in the first few weeks, and apply them to your personal project. There will be lots of one-on-one instruction. Sue DelBianco Materials List Spring 2025
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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
