Adult Arts Programs

Terms

FALL TERM

Sept. 21-Dec. 18, 2009

WINTER TERM

January 4-March 13, 2010

SPRING TERM

April 6-June 19, 2010

Discounts

Students who register in the fall for a minimum of one class in each of the fall, winter & spring terms will be entitled to a 5% discount off one winter & one spring class. ARAS Members in good standing receive an additional discount. Get the details.

Payment Plans

Payment plans can be arranged for those registering for more than one term or for those registering more than one family member in one term. Payment plans must be made through the office with post-dated cheques or pre-authorized credit card payments. Some restrictions apply. Please contact 416.961.1502, ext. 303 or email us for details.

Policies

Please familiarize yourself with our registration information, important dates, and school policies.

Materials

Prices include applicable taxes and materials, unless "materials list provided" is indicated.

Material lists will be available for download in PDF format at least two weeks prior to the start of class. 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.

Painting for Beginners

Jennifer Hinrichs •Andrew Judd

This is an introductory course in painting, suitable for the novice painter or as a refresher for those who have not painted for some time. The class will focus on the fundamentals of colour theory, composition, perspective, paint handling and application, while developing one's own creative and perceptual skills. With plenty of guidance and individual attention, students will paint from still life and photo references. Students can choose to paint in either oils or acrylics.

Material list provided

Please see sessions and prices in the Painting: Acrylics and/or Oils section.

Acrylic Painting I

Martha Johnson • Anna Yuschuck

An introduction to acrylic painting, this course is suitable for beginners, or as a refresher for those who have not painted for some time. Students will concentrate on developing their perceptual skills through a series of exercises, which will gradually increase in range and complexity. The class will have the opportunity to work from a variety of photo images and still life objects. Several canvases will be completed over the duration of the course. Topics covered include the fundamentals of colour theory, the study of light and shadow, composition, visual perspective and paint handling and application.

Material list provided

Thursday 1:00-3:30 pm • A. Yushuk

Fall: $465.00

Winter: $360.00

Spring: $395.00

Thursday 7:00-10:00 pm • M. Johnson

Fall: $520.00

Winter: $395.00

Spring: $440.00

Acrylic Painting Studio

Lydia Panart

This program will focus on the fundamentals of colour theory, the study of light and shadow, composition, visual perspective, paint handling and application, while developing one's own creative and perceptual skills. Students are encouraged to study for more than one term as a varied subject matter will be dealt with each session. Suitable for beginners or as a "refresher" for those who have not painted recently or those who would just like a supportive environment to further develop their painting skills, the program will offer plenty of guidance and individual attention. Students will feel ready to explore the next step in painting.

Material list provided

Saturday 11:00 am-1:00 pm

Fall: $350.00

Winter: $325.00

Spring: $325.00

Drawing & Painting

Lydia Panart

This course is perfect for novice students and those who wish to further develop their drawing and painting abilities by working with varied subject matter, media and techniques over a three term span. Each term will build successively on the other. It is therefore recommended that students attend all three terms. Students wishing to attend only the winter or spring term should have some previous drawing and painting skills.

Term I
The Still Life: Look, Describe, Analyze, Interpret - Creative projects will lead students to apply the elements of design, such as line, shape, form, colour, texture and space in strong compositions of still life. The goals are to strengthen skills, to get the most from each exercise and to develop critical thinking.

Material list provided

Monday 12:45-3:15 pm

Fall: $395.00

Term II
Nature - Combining the skills acquired in the previous term, students will learn different techniques to represent natural and manmade environments using graphite, conté, chalk pastels and acrylic paint among others.

Material list provided

Monday 12:45-3:15 pm

Winter: $325.00

Term III
People and their Surroundings - As a first step, students will explore the language of sketching by working from a live model to study different postures of the human figure. The class will subsequently apply these basic skills to projects based on the study of people in different contexts: at the park, at a cafe, at a train station, on a Saturday, etc. In addition, supportive technical information will be covered, such as choice of media, shading techniques, gesture drawing, varying quality of line and composition and appropriate colour mixing and usage, in order to place the subject effectively in outdoor or indoor settings. An introduction to portraiture will be included as well.

Model fee included, material list provided

Monday 12:45-3:15 pm

Spring: $375.00

Landscape Painting

Andrew Judd • Lydia Panart

This course is designed for students who are interested in developing drawing and painting skills in landscape studies. Working from a photo reference, students will be introduced to fundamentals including composition, perspective, fore-/mid-/background and landmark representation, colour mixing and paint application to achieve transitions, contrast and sense of depth. Students can choose to paint in either oils or acrylics.

Material list provided

Please see sessions and prices in the Painting: Acrylics and/or Oils section.

Abstract Acrylic Painting

Lydia Panart

This is an inspiring, process-oriented course for those who are willing to delve into the creative journey towards abstract painting. Students will be encouraged to explore language, foster emotional richness, spontaneity and experimentation and to develop conceptual ideas. Helpful visual information on modern art will be provided with an emphasis on composition, balance, colour, form and symbolism, the representation of motion and the superimposition of images in the organization of space. Both one-on-one and group critiques are aimed at enhancing individual growth. Media will mainly include acrylics and liquid acrylics. Collage and various media or materials of the student's choice can be introduced to experiment with different techniques.

Material list provided

Wednesday 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Fall: $520.00

Winter: $395.00

Spring: $435.00

Principles of Design in Creating Art

Lydia Panart

This course is designed to develop one's own artistic work using the elements and principles of design as the main impetus for learning. Using a variety of concepts such as brainstorming, creative problem solving and discussion, students will enhance their creativity and art making skills, exploring both 2- and 3-dimensional drawing and painting projects. Many techniques and media will be employed including graphite, conté, chalk, pastel, ink, acrylic, collage and 3-D modeling. Using these materials, students will gain a better understanding of the application of colour, contrast, notions of perspective, manipulation of space, expression of movement and transformation in a variety of subject matter. This course is suitable for those with some previous drawing and painting experience.

Material list provided

Wednesday 12:30-3:30 pm

Fall: $550.00

Winter: 425.00

Spring: $465.00

Intermediate Acrylic Painting

Martha Johnson

This course will address the needs of students with some previous acrylic painting experience, as well as those wishing to renew an interest in the medium. Specific lessons will be provided in colour mixing, brushwork, and composition. Participants may choose to work from still life or photos and time will also be given to produce work of their own design. The class will be tailored to fit the individual levels of students in a creative and positive environment.

Material list provided

Tuesday 12:15-3:15 pm

Fall: $520.00

Winter: $395.00

Spring: $440.00

Wednesday 7:00-10:00 pm

Fall: $520.00

Winter: $395.00

Spring: $440.00

Contemporary Acrylic Painting

Martha Johnson

This studio course is designed for advanced students who have taken their painting skills to the next level. Based on contemporary painting practices, students will develop a body of work with the goal of exhibiting pieces in the future. The three terms build successively on each other. It is therefore recommended that students attend all three terms. Students who wish to attend only the winter or spring term should have very strong painting skills.

TERM I – General Studies
Over the course of this term, a number of paintings will be completed with emphasis on the pace and finishing skills to develop an art piece. Students will look at how to successfully compose, build and finish a painting. Much individual attention will be given to each student in order to further his/her painting goals. The subject matter for this term focuses on still life and photo references.

Material list provided

Tuesday 7:00-10:00 pm

Fall: $520.00

TERM II - Working with a Model
Painting projects will continue on an individual basis, addressing the artistic direction that the student is moving towards. The subject of study will primarily be the human figure, both nude and clothed. Time will be spent on setting up the subject matter and developing an individualized approach to the work.

Material list provided

Tuesday 7:00-10:00 pm

Winter: $425.00

TERM III - Landscape Studies
The students' interests will continue to be addressed, with the primary focus and subject matter being landscape and the study of nature. Students will learn problem-solving techniques for painting issues that arise through the study of composition, perspective, fore-/mid-/background and landmark representation, colour mixing, contrast and sense of depth. Time will be spent on positive and supportive group critique.

Material list provided

Tuesday 7:00-10:00 pm

Spring: $440.00

Acrylic Painting: Independent Studies

Sadko Hadzihasanovic´

This class will help students further define and develop their own personal painting style under the guidance of a professional artist. Through lessons geared at refining perceptual skills, paint application and advanced colour comprehension, as well as integrating and layering images and multiple canvases, students will begin to create a body of work based on their own interests and subject matter-still life, photos and existing images. This course is suitable for those with previous acrylic painting experience.

Material list provided

Friday 12:45-3:45 pm

Fall: $565.00

Winter: $450.00

Spring: $495.00