This course is a survey of techniques for producing a variety of abstract acrylic paintings, based on abstract movements primarily from the early twentieth century onward. The work of significant abstract artists such as Paul Klee, Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, Helen Frankenthaler, Richard Diebenkorn, Yayoi Kusama, and others will be explored. The intention is to […]

This ten-week course will explore a range of techniques and exercises for developing a personal art book using images and language. This course is for anyone and everyone who has the desire to tap into new creative channels without the pressure of producing a finished masterpiece. You do not have to be a visual artist […]

In this course, students will investigate a range of conceptualizations and practical methods for developing a personal art book using images and language. This course is for those who have had experience with a journaling method, or for those who wish to apply their existing art practice to the discipline of journaling and bookmaking. The […]

A fine art exploration for those looking to engage with a variety of art mediums. Each week, students will create artworks using different techniques, materials, and concepts within the major disciplines of the fine arts, including drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media.  This course is suitable for people who are new to artmaking, returning after […]

In this project-based class, students will create artworks in felt through the needle felting process. The art of needle felting includes producing works that are mildly to highly sculptural. Artists will utilise relief and dimensional aspects to create pieces that may be both functional and sculptural. With barbed felting needles and wool, students will create […]

This course will explore the foundational principles involved in planning and constructing 2-dimensional designs. We will focus on how to achieve visual harmony, regardless of style or subject matter, through understanding and applying the concepts of balance, emphasis, rhythm, and scale. In each class, we will discuss contemporary and historical examples by notable artists, engage […]

In this class, students will learn the importance of a well-designed pattern and the proper cutting of the template, the tracing of the pattern onto the glass paying attention to the flow of the glass texture and design, cutting the glass, grinding each piece to fit well, cleaning, foiling and burnishing the edges and finally, […]

Would you like to learn to capture resemblance in portraiture? Explore ways to create successful portrait drawings and/or paintings from a model, using the medium of your choice. Learn how to describe facial forms through understanding bone and muscle structure, and paying close attention to value, colour and energy. Continue to develop techniques you’ve learned through […]

This course focuses on the development of drawing skills through hands-on exploration and experimentation with a variety of traditional drawing materials, surfaces and processes. In-class exercises will focus on development of your technical skills in drawing, and the introduction of color mediums and color theory. In the course you will learn different techniques and how […]

Students will explore the principles and visual elements of sculpture through the elements of the face. Working in plasticine or clay, learn how to measure and replicate the ear, mouth/nose, and eye, learn the process of building the larger shapes first and then the details, and the ways in which these can be altered and […]

In this class, students will have fun exploring the amazing world of fabric surface design. You’ll get to try new techniques to enhance plain fabric, while leaving our inner critics at the door. Fabric is a versatile medium we can do amazing things with. We will learn a variety of techniques and be armed to […]

This course focuses on the development of drawing skills through hands-on exploration and experimentation with a variety of traditional drawing materials, surfaces and processes. In-class exercises will focus on development of your technical skills in drawing, and the introduction of color mediums and color theory. In the course you will learn different techniques and how […]

This class is an exploration of stitching, with instruction on lines, fills and motifs with various threads on a variety of fabrics. Students will complete a sampler in the first three weeks to act as a stitch library for use in a self-designed project. Then, students will expand into the realm of stumpwork, appliqué and […]

In this course, students will explore a range of principles in painting through technique-based as well as exploratory approaches to the acrylic medium. Students will work both from observation and imagination, and will draw inspiration from a variety of styles and artists. This class is for intermediate level painters who want to develop and hone […]

Pastels are a pleasant to use, portable medium that produce drawings with a painterly quality. For this introductory course, students may choose to work with either oil pastels or soft chalk pastels, or both, according to their interest. Pastel techniques will be explored through exercises, demonstration, discussion, and study of works by established artists. Colour blending and […]

In this course, students will learn drawing and illustration techniques with a specific focus on character design and rendering environments in a variety of stylistic forms. Students will be encouraged to draw inspiration from the world of comics, illustration, and animation, while developing their own individual styles and modes of expression. Click here for more […]

Working with a variety of materials, students will build skills by exploring the skeletal and musculature components of the human figure, its expressive qualities, and its relationship to its environment. This class offers the student strategies for seeing and accurately represent the human form. Drawing from life is a traditional way to develop strong technique […]

This class will introduce students to needle felting and wet felting concepts, techniques, and skills. Using wool and other fibres, we will build the foundational skills needed to create many different 2-dimentional felted items.  Beginning with samples to understand how felting works with multiple fibre types, layers, and additions the following skills will be gained: wool […]

This course is designed for photographers and enthusiasts who want to master Adobe Lightroom Classic. Over five weeks, you will learn how to efficiently organize, edit, and export photos with Lightroom’s powerful tools. From basic adjustments to advanced editing techniques, this course will provide you with the skills needed to take your photos from raw […]

This class is designed to explore the basics of photography, including understanding your camera, controlling light, and building a repertoire of composition techniques. Through a combination of hands on photowalks, classroom studio sessions, discussion and critique, students will have the opportunity to develop the tools needed to master the art of the image. Click here […]

Students will explore the principles and visual elements of sculpture through the elements of the human body with a focus on the hands and feet. Working in plasticine or clay, we will learn about the proportions and relationships between the volumes and anatomical elements. We will work from reference images, a human skeleton, and artist […]

This course will focus on creating a 3-dimensional portrait of oneself, a friend or family member. Students will build an armature, review, practice and use measurements and proportions to replicate the human head (including skull, muscles, skin & hair elements). There is continued and continuous development of additive sculpture skills with emphasis on observing, measuring, […]

This foundational course is intended to introduce the joy of acrylic painting in a supportive environment of exploration and discovery. Personal artistic development and creative confidence will be encouraged through knowledge and skill building. Experience in technical fundamentals such as surface and palette preparation, paint application, colour mixing, glazing, layering, tool use, and brushwork will […]

This course focuses on the continued development of drawing skills through observation, hands-on exploration and experimentation with a variety of traditional drawing materials, surfaces and processes. In-class exercises will focus on further development of your technical skills in drawing, and the introduction of color mediums and color theory. In the course you will learn different […]

In this course, students will be introduced to a range of styles and approaches to landscape painting with the acrylic medium. We will explore a variety of subjects, from skies to prairie fields to mountain scenes while learning from the methods of renowned painters, such as Emily Carr, Tom Thomson, John Constable, and Dorothy Knowles. […]

Relief printing is one of the oldest and most straightforward forms of printmaking. Contemporary artists continue to work with the medium to create images with incredible detail, expressive linework, pattern, and vibrant colour. Unlike other printmaking mediums, relief printing can be done all by hand, eliminating the need for expensive equipment. In this course, students […]

This class is for advanced students who would like to improve their understanding of three dimensional art making and its concept. The focus is on the student’s project with a thorough consideration of theoretical and hands-on aspects of the particular student's art project. Related to the specific project, examples from art history and the contemporary […]

In this course, students will explore a range of principles in painting through technique-based as well as exploratory approaches to the acrylic medium. Students will work both from observation and imagination, and will draw inspiration from a variety of styles and artists. This class is for intermediate level painters who want to develop and hone […]