Adult Courses - Winter Term 2012
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10 week course $230.00 ***** 6 week course $140.00 ***** 4 week course $95.00
Seniors Discount (see Paypal page)
PAINTING
Painting & Drawing for Pleasure with Primrose Craig CLASS CLOSED
This relaxed 10 week course is perfect for anyone from beginners to the more advanced. Each week you will be given a demonstration in both drawing and painting on an assortment of subjects with the option to complete the project in either medium. Working with a variety of materials we will explore using textured papers and canvases.
Mondays 1:00 - 4:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 9th 2012 $230.00
(Material List coming soon)
Mondays 1:00 - 4:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 9th 2012 $230.00
(Material List coming soon)
Watercolour Landscapes "The Soft Touch" with Sally Chupick
This course is open to those new to watercolour or for those who want to expand their skills in handling the watercolour medium. Sally will demomstrate her approach to watercolour and encourage experimentation of the process through small format class painting exercises. Various watercolour techniques will be introduced, as well as the all important quest for finding that ‘mood’, and how to go about expressing it in your painting.
Tuesdays 1:00 - 4:00pm 6 weeks beginning February 7th 2012 $140.00
Tuesdays 1:00 - 4:00pm 6 weeks beginning February 7th 2012 $140.00
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The Creative Impulse with Maureen Sheridan CLASS CLOSED
This course is open to students of all levels who wish to advance their level of skill and creativity in painting. It is designed to make the student feel comfortable with the medium of acrylic and to explore possibilities. Instruction and demonstrations will include basic colour theory, mixing, handling of paint and brushes, and various painting techniques.
Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30 pm 10 weeks beginning January 18th 2012 $230.00
(Material List coming soon)
Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30 pm 10 weeks beginning January 18th 2012 $230.00
(Material List coming soon)
Landscape Painting in Oil for Beginners with Claire Grady-Smith CLASS CLOSED
This is not your typical Bob Ross class! Students will bring in photographic references and learn how to build up depth with oil and mediums. Starting with a monochromatic underpainting, a clear procedure will be followed with lots of room for creative expression and personal style development.
Tuesdays 1:00 - 4:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 10th 2012 $230.00
(Material List coming soon)
Tuesdays 1:00 - 4:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 10th 2012 $230.00
(Material List coming soon)
Getting Started in Oil with Bruce St.Clair
If you've wanted to try oil painting, but thought it too daunting, this is the course for you. After composing a working drawing based on a photo reference of your choice, your painting will progress in three or four steps from a thin underpainting to the rich surface that is unique to oil. This course includes guidance in compositional decisions and colour creation, with lots of personal assistance.
Wednesdays - 9:30 - 12:30pm 6 weeks beginning January 11th 2012 $140.00
Oil Painting: The Next Step with Bruce St. Clair
In this intermediate course, we will continue the traditional approach to oil painting introduced in the “Getting Started” course. We'll go a little deeper into understanding light, colour and composition, and work on further developing technical skills such as brush handling for smooth blending, textures and details. You will also be encouraged to begin to discover your unique visual “voice” as an artist.
Wednesdays 9:30 - 12:30pm 6 weeks beginning on February 22nd 2012 $140.00
Wednesdays 9:30 - 12:30pm 6 weeks beginning on February 22nd 2012 $140.00
Watercolour Magic with Ron Pickering
A class for painters to get together and have fun. This course will assist you with materials, colour mixing, basic washes, and more adventurous and exciting ideas.
Students should arrive at class ready to paint.
Thursdays 1:00 - 4:00 pm 10 weeks beginning January 12th 2012 $230.00
Students should arrive at class ready to paint.
Thursdays 1:00 - 4:00 pm 10 weeks beginning January 12th 2012 $230.00
DRAWING
Portrait Drawing and Painting with Claire Grady-Smith CLASS CLOSED
This course is all about rendering people. Working from images of family members, famous people, or personal icons, students will study a range of drawing and painting styles including pencil sketches, cross-hatching, charcoal, abstracted, impressionist, and modern painting techniques. This course is for experienced students.
Tuesdays 5:00 - 8:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 10th 2012 $230.00
(Material List coming soon)
Tuesdays 5:00 - 8:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 10th 2012 $230.00
(Material List coming soon)
Life Drawing III with Primrose Craig
This course will help you expand your life drawing skills by learning to capture the essence of the model as well as facial expressions. A fun and challenging class using unique models and a wide variety of materials. Recommended for advanced students capable of working at a fast pace.
New Time - Wednesdays 6:00 - 8:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 11th 2012 $230.00
*Model Fees included for this 2 hour class.
New Time - Wednesdays 6:00 - 8:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 11th 2012 $230.00
*Model Fees included for this 2 hour class.
Life Drawing in Pastel with Bruce St.Clair CLASS CLOSED
Soft Pastel is wonderfully suited to human (figure/portrait) subject matter, combining the expressive action and immediacy of drawing with the glow of rich colour. Working mainly from life is a great way to broaden your artistic experience and fine tune your drawing and observational skills. Part of class time will include developing paintings from photo references, so dig out those great shots of friends and family!
This pastel painting course with Bruce St. Clair may be taken in whole or in parts, and welcomes beginners as well as the more experienced.
Thursdays 9:30am - 12:30pm beginning January 12th (4 week session - $95.00 or $365.00 for all 4 Courses)
Part 1: Painting the Figure In Pastel Part 2: Pastel Portraiture From Life
Part 3: The Clothed or Costumed Figure Part 4: Animals, Pets and Other Pastel Possibilities
(Material List coming soon)
This pastel painting course with Bruce St. Clair may be taken in whole or in parts, and welcomes beginners as well as the more experienced.
Thursdays 9:30am - 12:30pm beginning January 12th (4 week session - $95.00 or $365.00 for all 4 Courses)
Part 1: Painting the Figure In Pastel Part 2: Pastel Portraiture From Life
Part 3: The Clothed or Costumed Figure Part 4: Animals, Pets and Other Pastel Possibilities
(Material List coming soon)
Principles of Drawing with Claire Grady-Smith
Great for students seeking step-by-step drawing assignments. Classes will begin with demonstrations and will build on knowledge gained each week. Subjects range from architecture, to still life, to portraiture. Excellent course for portfolio building.
Saturdays 10:00am - 1:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 14th 2012 $230.00
Bring sketch pad and pencils to first class.
Saturdays 10:00am - 1:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 14th 2012 $230.00
Bring sketch pad and pencils to first class.
Life Drawing with Claire Grady-Smith
A traditional life drawing class, which will begin with gesture drawings, then move to pencil, charcoal, and finally soft (chalk) pastel. Beginners and advanced students welcome.
Saturdays 2:00 - 5:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 14th 2012 $230.00
Bring sketch pad and pencils to first class.
Drop Ins Welcome - Must register and attend first class.
Model fees extra please bring cheque book to first class.
Saturdays 2:00 - 5:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 14th 2012 $230.00
Bring sketch pad and pencils to first class.
Drop Ins Welcome - Must register and attend first class.
Model fees extra please bring cheque book to first class.
OTHER MEDIUMS
Sculpting with Clay with Primrose Craig
This course consists of instruction in modeling with water-based clay. During the course you will learn two different methods in how to create a full realistic figure or bust starting with using an armature to completing the figure in clay. Students will be introduced to various sculpting tools and materials that can be used in sculpting techniques through basic principles. Primrose will give demonstrations and offer individual attention throughout the class.
Mondays 5:00 - 8:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 9th 2012 $230.00
Mondays 5:00 - 8:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 9th 2012 $230.00
Invigorating Your Creative Process! with Joan Scaglione CLASS CLOSED
Jump start your creative process to generate fresh, original, and meaningful responses in your art making. You will venture into new territory working with nature and your imagination to visually explore your personal metaphors. All levels of experience invited.
Tuesdays 6:00 - 9:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 10th 2012 $230.00
Tuesdays 6:00 - 9:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 10th 2012 $230.00
Printmaking Open Studio with Margaret Bignell
Various types of printmaking are carried out in a supportive atmosphere.
Facilities are available for etching, drypoint, lino and monoprinting.
Fridays 10:00am - 1:00pm 10 weeks beginning January 13th 2012 $230.00 or $30.00 per session
Writing and illustrating Children’s Book with Elena Tsavena
From the inspiration to the publishing… creating your own book is challenging but fun. Theory, advice, practical exercises and exciting moments.
Saturdays 1:30 - 4:30pm 6 weeks beginning on January 14th 2012 $140.00
Saturdays 1:30 - 4:30pm 6 weeks beginning on January 14th 2012 $140.00
