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Paint some strange and unique creatures in this 6 week watercolour workshop. Designing a creature often includes a mix of animals, insects, and even plant life for inspiration. In this workshop you will learn ink pen and watercolour techniques to create texture and form. The themes of this workshop are inspired by the illustrations of Stan Manoukian, Tony DiTerlizil, and Holly Black, and through the use of provided sketches and references (or your own if you prefer) to bring these fun and strange creatures to life! The perfect way to end the week and start the weekend -- relaxing with the wonderful Lindsay for a couple of hours.
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Ready to see your partner through a whole new lens (or brushstroke)? Join us for a playful, laughter-filled evening where you’ll trade glances for glazes and paint your partner’s portrait—no experience necessary! You will be guided by our talented instructor to help bring our your inner artist. Whether your masterpiece ends up in a frame or the family blooper reel, it’s all about connecting, having fun, and seeing the beauty in each other (even if it’s a little abstract ). We'll guide you step-by-step, provide all the supplies, and set the mood with a creative studio space, music & and plenty of good vibes.Perfect for couples, besties, Mother's / Father's Day or brave blind dates—just bring someone you love (or like a lot), and we’ll bring the canvas & paint!This is a fundraiser, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Lighthouse Oakville.
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Saturdays: 9:30 am - 11 am (8 weeks) Studio 2 Note: Should OAS have to cancel a class, the make-up date will be Saturday, May 24
Instructor Julie Wurtele
* All professional grade supplies for every class are included * Please note: Children with special needs must be accompanied by an adult 18+ (for the duration of the class) who can ensure that all participants can focus and enjoy a calm, quiet experience, free of discomfort. Important: Please add your student's name and age to the Additional Notes at Check Out. -
Saturdays: 11:30 am to 1 pm (8 weeks) Studio 2 Note: Should OAS have to cancel a class, the make-up date will be Saturday, May 24
Instructor Julie Wurtele
* All professional grade supplies for every class are included * Please note: Children with special needs must be accompanied by an adult 18+ (for the duration of the class) who can ensure that all participants can focus and enjoy a calm, quiet experience, free of discomfort. Important: Please add your student's name and age to the Additional Notes at Check Out. -
In this 5 day crash course, you’ll learn all you need to know to get started on your digital painting journey. Applicable to most drawing/painting programs, this workshop will introduce concepts like elements of art and design, blending modes, facial proportions (portrait painting), painting from reference, and rendering. We will learn how to create interesting pieces of digital art with texture and atmosphere utilizing many different digital-specific techniques. By the end of the workshop, participants will have completed digital sketches, mini portraits, and rough landscapes while familiarizing themselves with digital drawing programs. Suggested for participants aged 10 and up. Instructor will be using Procreate for iPad.
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Young artists will experience a world of colour, creativity and discovery this summer. Join Julie for the perfect combination of fun and learning, where kids will experiment with a wide range of quality mediums and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpting, collage, t-shirt making, printing, baseball cap design, clay and much more! Whether they are new to art or a regular artists, every child will leave with new skills, new friends and a wide variety of new creations. Camp is half day to allow kids the afternoon to practice their new skills at home or enjoy the sunshine. All materials are provided, including lots of take home crafts and wearable goodies! (All activities are completely different in different weeks, so sign up for Julie's other week as well!) (Aprons will be provided, but please dress kids in clothes that can get messy.)
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Secondary students who are considering applying to OCAD (or any art program that requires a portfolio) for September 2026, 2027, or even 2028, this is your chance to develop your personal portfolio. Instead of scrambling to complete samples of your work in all required mediums, enjoy an approach that covers a wide variety in a supportive and fun environment. Create drawing, sketches and paintings of still life, landscapes and figures, while building on your fundamentals of art including color, form, line, shape, space, texture and composition. Create a variety of attractive visual art to add to your Art Portfolio. Mediums: all Level: art students of all levels
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Young artists will experience a world of colour, creativity and discovery this summer. Join Julie for the perfect combination of fun and learning, where kids will experiment with a wide range of quality mediums and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpting, collage, t-shirt making, printing, baseball cap design, clay and much more! Whether they are new to art or a regular artists, every child will leave with new skills, new friends and a wide variety of new creations. Camp is half day to allow kids the afternoon to practice their new skills at home or enjoy the sunshine. All materials are provided, including lots of take home crafts and wearable goodies! (All activities are completely different in different weeks, so sign up for Julie's other week as well!) (Aprons will be provided, but please dress kids in clothes that can get messy.)
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Description: In this 5-day workshop, participants will learn how to identify impressionist and post-impressionist artists, techniques, and values of the time. In preparation for making their own impressionist painting, this workshop will go over the characteristics of impressionism - colour, atmosphere, and brushwork - and develop a creative workflow. By the end of the workshop and learning exercises, participants will leave with their very own impressionist painting! Participants may bring their own materials (see list below) or choose the "materials included" option for an additional $35. Materials List - Summer Impressionism Workshop Maia Lee-Thomas
