Mini-Courses
Prices for adult courses include applicable taxes and materials, unless "Materials List Provided" or "download PDF materials list" is indicated. Material lists will be available here in PDF format at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class. A PDF viewer like Adobe Reader is required. The School reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment up to one week prior to the published start date; we are not responsible for purchased art supplies. |
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If you don't have the time to commit to a whole term but would still like to participate in an art class, we are now introducing shorter term courses for adults. Mini-courses allow for a satisfying creative art experience in a condensed period of time. Jump to courses offered on: Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays TuesdaysDrawing the Still-Life & PortraitTuesdays, 6:30-9:00 pm April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 This mini-studio course is designed for students who have taken previous drawing courses and have a good understanding of various drawing techniques. Students will employ direct observation as they refine their ability to incorporate fine details into still-life and portrait drawing. Using traditional subject matter to explore a range of drawing materials and techniques including colour and gesture, participants will improve their compositional and rendering skills. The goals of this workshop are to identify and correct problems in drawing, while exploring one's own creative interpretation. $200.00 – material list provided, model fee included Cancelled WednesdaysIntro to Portrait DrawingWednesdays, 7:00-9:30 pm April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21 This mini-course is a rare opportunity for beginners, serious students and emerging artists to study portrait drawing.Working on a single, long pose drawing for the duration of the course, students will be introduced to a contemporary – classical vocabulary, and will examine the visual and natural design concepts that define portraiture, likeness and character. It will push students toward a greater awareness of their own visual actions, and a refinement of their conceptual understanding, technique and sense of form. Teaching will consist of lecture/demonstrations on the complex actions of light, the organic design and features of the head, neck, and shoulders, group demonstrations, and one-on-one critique at the easel. A proven, logical and sequential approach, the only pre-requisites are an open mind and a willingness to be pushed to a higher level. 
$285.00 – material list provided, model fee included Intro to PaintingWednesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21 Designed for the novice painter or those who would like a refresher in the basics of painting varying subject matter, this program introduces students to an exciting range of techniques and approaches to painting. The elements of design will be addressed, including basic colour theory. Plenty of individual attention will be provided as you study painting using still-life, landscape through photographic images and abstraction.
$225.00 – materials provided ThursdaysPainting the Contemporary LandscapeThursdays, 9:30 am-12:00 pm April 3, 10, 17, 24 Best suited for those with previous painting experience, realism, metaphor and abstraction will be explored as students create a contemporary landscape painting. Students will work indoors and will develop ideas using source material such as sketches, photos, props, and memory. Students will work in the colour medium/media with which he/she has prior experience, including oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolour. Collage and experimental use of media will be encouraged.
$150.00 – material list provided FridaysIntro to Landscape PaintingFridays, 12:30-3:00 pm April 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Beginners or more advanced painters, will find out how to make dynamic compositions from photo-references and learn how to use brushstrokes to create various effects such as blending, layering, colour transitions and varying foliage densities. Hands-on practice on how to express the qualities of reflection, transparency, movement and depth will round out this program. Acrylic paint is the medium.
$200.00 – material list provided Drawing & Painting: Independent StudiesFridays, 1:00-3:30 pm April 4, 11, 18, 25 This mini-studio program provides intermediate and advanced students with a unique opportunity to explore an area of personal interest, using drawing or painting, under the guidance of an experienced artist/instructor. Plenty of individual attention will be provided and individual and group critiques will be part of the workshop. Students will be encouraged to refine not only their skills in drawing & painting, but also further develop artistic visions and approaches to creating their artwork. $150.00 – students provide their own materials |
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