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Spring Term: Oil Painting Class I/II (Tues Am) 6 weeks

This course offers a complete introduction to painting with Oils. Introduction to composition, colour theory, brushwork, and glazing will be part of each lesson as we explore a variety of subject matter. You will be introduced to new techniques through each project, and you will have plenty of time to paint during class. See link

Spring Term: Watercolour I Painting Class (Tues Am) 6 weeks

This course offers a complete introduction to painting with transparent watercolours, from painting wet'n wet through glazing and calligraphy. Introduction to composition, colour theory and brushwork will be part of each lesson as we explore a variety of subject matter. You will be introduced to new techniques through demonstrations, and you will have plenty of

Spring Term: Abstract Painting and Mixed Media (Tues Aft)

Abstract art uses lines, shapes, colour, and form to create non-representational images. In this class, students will learn a brief history of abstract art movements with a variety of examples. Come and learn an exciting and different approach to creating art! The first classes will focus on acrylic painting before moving on to mixed media

Spring Term: 0il Painting Open Studio II/III (Tues eve)

This Open Studio is ideal for an intermediate painter who is wanting extra guidance while they create their own images. Each student will receive plenty of helpful hints along the way. Students are to bring their own materials that they wish to use each day. Below is a general supply list that is not required

Spring Term: Observational Oil Painting Class (Wed AM)- 6 weeks

Observational painting is perfect for a true beginner artist allowing them to focus on painting only what they see. Colour, Shape, Size, Perspective, all of these skills translate perfectly through observational subject matter. This 6 week course will  introduce to the painting process,  observation techniques and an exploration of different ways to translate an image

Spring Term: Beginners Acrylic I Class (Wed Am)

This 8 week course offers a complete introduction to painting with Acrylics. Introduction to composition, colour theory and brushwork will be part of each lesson as we explore a variety of subject matter. You will be introduced to new techniques through each project, and you will have plenty of time to paint during class. See

Spring Term: Watercolour II Painting Class – 6 weeks

If you are looking for more instruction and experience in watercolour painting but don't feel ready for the advanced open studio class this is the venue for you. We will take up where we left off from the Beginners class but with more emphasis on composition, working from life and from photos. This will give

Spring Term: Observational Oil Painting Class (Thurs AM)- 6 weeks

Observational painting is perfect for a true beginner artist allowing them to focus on painting only what they see. Colour, Shape, Size, Perspective, all of these skills translate perfectly through observational subject matter. This 6 week course will  introduce to the painting process,  observation techniques and an exploration of different ways to translate an image

Spring Term: Watercolour I Painting Class (Thurs eve) 6 weeks

This course offers a complete introduction to painting with transparent watercolours, from painting wet'n wet through glazing and calligraphy. Introduction to composition, colour theory and brushwork will be part of each lesson as we explore a variety of subject matter. You will be introduced to new techniques through demonstrations, and you will have plenty of

Spring Term: Watercolour III Open Studio Class 6 weeks

If you are looking for more freedom with your watercolour practice but don't feel ready to venture out on your own without some guidance, this advanced open Studio is the venue for you. This self guided open studio will give you the opportunity to explore the subject matter of your choosing and allow you to

Spring Term: Observational Drawing Class (Mon AM)- 4 weeks

Observational drawing is perfect for a true beginner artist to get off on the right foot. Learning to draw and translate your basic drawing skills is essential. These skills are necessary for every creative beginner. This 4 week course will  introduce to the drawing process,  observation techniques and an exploration of different ways to translate

Spring Term: Adult Art Sampler Class

This Adult Art Sampler is designed to explore different mediums and learn from different instructors. What a great way to find out all the creative opportunities our Art School can offer. Students will experience a new medium each week and complete a finished product in each medium. Projects will include, Drawing, Hand-built Pottery, Acrylic Painting,

Spring Term: Landscape Painting Class I/II (Wed PM) – 4 weeks

If you are looking for some guidance on how to work on black canvases and to bring out your landscape painting, this is the course for you. Jane will offer guidance in both Acrylic or Oil. You can choose to paint in either medium. This course will start off with step by step demonstrations and

Spring Term: Landscape Painting Class I/II (Mon Aft) – 4 weeks

If you are looking for some guidance on how to work on black canvases and to bring out your landscape painting, this is the course for you. Jane will offer guidance in both Acrylic or Oil. You can choose to paint in either medium. This course will start off with step by step demonstrations and

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