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Out of stockYou've had a chance to try watercolour but are still struggling with a few things right? Shelley will help you plan your paintings for optimum results, conquer those brush marks in your washes, balance your values correctly, get clean rich colour or bright sparkling highlights that glow with life or create a dramatic effect. With a little guidance, you'll learn to overcome the trouble spots through a series of small paintings and discover ways to make your watercolours clean and fresh-looking! Gentle critiques will help you develop a better understanding of the medium and fall in love with the watercolour painting process. Watercolour Intermediate Boot Camp Materials List
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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
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Bring nature to life in your painting —be bold, be curious, and let your passion guide your brush! Look closely—nature is everywhere and alive. Paint a delicate butterfly, a feathery or furry friend or the fiery glow of a sunset. Blend soft greens in a meadow, dash bright strokes for wildflowers, focus on the soft colours of a winter landscape or swirl blues in a flowing river. Notice how light dances on water, in trees, how shadows play a part in everything that nature has created and how every season changes and brings new wonders. This is an active class where students choose their favourite subject matter to paint. Judy Mayer Grieve Materials List for Art Classes
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Whether you have been to Ireland, are planning a trip soon, or just share a love of infinite greens and greys, join us! I have traveled to Ireland many times and love to paint the amazing landscapes there. Paint with me, using the photo references I will supply. The greens and overcast skies are some of the most challenging aspects to capture. From coastal harbours to old castles, villages and majestic, tree lined roads, we will create some fabulous paintings. I will demonstrate my painting process with ample time in class to paint your version of the scene. As always, feedback and encouragement are guaranteed at every step of the journey. SupplyList2025-Ireland
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If you’re looking to learn the principles of realistic painting using acrylic and oil techniques and to elevate your skill level in the art of painting, then Let's Get Real! You will become familiar with composition, light and shadow observation, color relationships, texture creation, and color theory. The main focus of the class is still life, but you also have the option to work on portraits, landscapes, and animals based on your personal interest. By the end of the course, your realism skills will be strengthened, and you’ll paint with greater confidence. Material List MJ Late Fall OAS
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We are very excited to welcome Stephanie's Creative Courage class to OAS! This is a facilitated studio series that focuses on artistic exploration, finding inspiration, and nurturing your creative consciousness. Supported by a collaborative environment, students will be introduced to techniques in composition, colour, and expression. Bring your favorite supplies -- from drawing to painting to mixed media, from landscape to still life to figurative -- and more. Chose your own adventure – whether it’s a brand new project, or one already in progress that you would like support working on. One of the sessions during the series will introduce an unconventional approach or technique that students might wish to add to their pieces. We will also discuss the techniques of a few chosen artists. This mentorship series is perfect for people who have taken a few beginners' drawing or painting classes.
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What's even more fun than watercolour? Mixed media is a great way to enhance any watercolour painting, without the need for layers of glazes. In this unique workshop we play with gesso, micron pens, gold leaf, and other great substances to develop new styles and beautiful pieces that are completely original. Treat yourself to something different! MIXED MEDIA MATERIALS LIST
