Saturdays from 9:00am-12:00pm | May 11th - June 15th (No class May 18th) (5 weeks) [Sold Out]

Engaging demonstrations will guide you through a variety of hand–building techniques including slab, coil, and the use of moulds. Prepare to create several decorative and functional pottery pieces. In the final week, you will learn how to decorate your pieces using ceramic paints. All work will be glazed and fired for later pick-up. Different projects will be offered in each 5-week session. Materials included.

Price: $195 Members | $210 Non Members

Instructor: Jasmine Canaviri

Tuesday 9:00am-12:00pm | May 14th - June 11th (5 weeks)

Engaging demonstrations will guide you through a variety of hand–building techniques including slab, coil, and the use of moulds. Prepare to create several decorative and functional pottery pieces. In the final week, you will learn how to decorate your pieces using ceramic paints. All work will be glazed and fired for later pick-up. Different projects will be offered in each 5-week session. Materials included.

Price: $195 Members | $210 Non Members

Instructor: Jasmine Canaviri

Mondays from 10:00am-12:00pm | April 8th-June 17th (No class May 20th) (10 weeks) [Sold Out]

Take the first step in your artistic journey to develop your drawing and painting skills. Begin with gaining confidence in fundamental drawing techniques, before shifting attention to acrylic painting on canvas working with a variety of subject matter. Explore colour mixing, brush techniques, and composition essentials with a step-by-step approach and supportive, encouraging environment. Materials included.

Price: $185 Members | $200 Non Members

Instructor: Tanzina Amin

Wednesdays from 1:30pm-4:00pm | April 10th - May 15th (6 weeks)

Learning from a professional mosaic artist, you will experiment with several mosaic styles & techniques to apply to 2 projects; a small square tile and larger sunflower shape. You will use many different materials such as tesserea, ceramics, recycled dishes and stone tiles. Each week will begin with a slide show of mosaic art installations for further learning and inspiration. Materials included.

Price: $210 Members | $225 Non Members

Instructor: Cristina Delago

Wednesdays from 1:30pm-4:30pm | April 10th-June 12th (10 weeks)

Charcoal is a cosmic medium with many formats and exciting mixed media possibilities, from traditional to contemporary applications. Master drawing skills developed during the Renaissance by studying Chiaroscuro and the hazy beauty of Sfumato for expressive and dimensional portraits, landscapes, still life and abstract designs. This is a safe space to experiment, learn and play for all levels, with inspiring demonstrations, constructive critiques, innovative projects and Open Studio-style sessions to work independently on final works of art. Materials not included.

Price: $295 Members | $310 Non Members

Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Materials List: The Magic of Charcoal Mixed Media

Thursdays from 9:30am-12:30pm | April 11th - May 9th (5 weeks)

Paint looser, bolder, freer and lighter! Push the boundaries of expressive mixed media that explore composition for bouquets and flower portraits in various styles. Have fun learning about colour, value, texture, tools and experimental acrylic mixed media combinations while strengthening your observational and conceptual skills to work more intuitively. These classes will be upbeat and liberating, fearlessly wild and philosophical, inspiring your creative courage to bloom. Materials not included.

Price: $150 Members | $165 Non Members

Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Materials List: Fresh Wilds

Thursdays from 1:30pm-4:30pm | April 11th - May 9th 5 weeks

This wild adventure explores uniquely Canadian animal portraits and environments. Grow in the confidence of knowing basic drawing materials and rendering accurate proportions with realistic details. Each class studies an animal such as the Atlantic Puffin, Canadian Horse, Polar Bear, Snowy Owl and Cougar, and the art of choosing good reference photos that capture spirit and personality. Colour theory, composition, design, personal style and expression are met with one-on-one direction and group critiques! Projects feature charcoal, ink and watercolour, soft pastel or water-soluble coloured pencils, to plan a complete series of works that can be merchandised into greeting cards or prints. Materials not included.

Price: $150 Members | $165 Non Members

Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Materials List: Great Canadian Animals

Thursdays from 1:30pm-4:30pm | May 16th - June 13th (5 weeks)

Journey into the magical realms of your imagination with intuitive painting methods for abstracting from nature’s inspiration. Explore photo referencing tricks, dynamic compositions, unconventional tools, brushwork and colour harmonies, acrylic mediums and mixed media experimentation, all to help convey new ways of representing what you see and how you feel about the world around you. Inspiring demonstrations and exercises support Open Studio time for work with guidance in a nurturing and collaborative environment, celebrating fearless expression! Materials not included.

Price: $150 Members | $165 Non Members

Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Materials List: Expressive Landscapes

Tuesdays 10:00am-12:00pm | April 9th-May 7th (5 weeks) ( 8 spots left)

Realism drawing is the practice of depicting images ‘true to life’. In this course, you will work with charcoal or carbon pencils, a versatile medium that allows you to draw with the full range of values from black to light. Working step-by-step you will build up values and textures to produce a well considered drawing. Reference images will be provided by the instructor or of the student’s own choosing. The course will be supplemented by demonstrations, one on one support with the instructor as well as informal peer review of work. Materials not included.

Price: $145 Members | $160 Non Members


Instructor: Mary Ma

Materials List: Drawing Realism

Tuesdays from 1:00pm-4:00pm | April 9th - June 11th (10 weeks) [Sold Out]

You will develop foundational drawing skills and gain confidence in techniques as you embark on your drawing journey. New drawing materials and technique will be introduced throughout the weeks, building an overview of the many ways to draw and represent a variety of subject matter. Each class will include demonstrations, drawing exercises and the opportunity to apply the techniques you've learned to an independent drawing project. This course is the pre-requisite course for Introduction to Acrylics. Materials included.

Price: $305 Members | $320 Non Members

Instructor: Nazrin Alaskarov

Wednesdays from 7:00pm-9:00pm | May 15th - June 12th (5 weeks)

Inspired to illustrate a children's book? This course will introduce you to various topics to begin creating portfolio pieces. From storyboarding and colour roughs to page spreads and character design, you will further develop your ability to illustrate for picture books. Illustrators are welcome to work with their own story or illustrate a text provided by the Instructor. Valuable information about contracts and what clients are looking for will also be discussed. Materials not included.

Price: $150 Members | $165 Non Members

Instructor: Christi Anne Abraham

Materials List: Introduction to Children's Book Illustration

Thursdays from 7:00pm-9:00pm | May 16th - June 13th (5 weeks)

Continue developing your figure drawing skills from a live model each week.

Price: $110 Members | $125 Non Members

Facilitator: Matt Salisbury

Wednesdays from 9:00am-12:00pm | May 15th - June 12th 5 weeks (5 weeks)

Learn the meditative art of Chinese brush painting and allow nature to be your muse. You will practise distinctive strokes to paint a variety of new subject matter from nature each session with expert guidance and step-by-step instruction. The course will be taught in English but the instructor is also fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin. Materials included.

Price: $150 Members | $165 Non Members

Instructor: Joyce Wang

Wednesdays from 9:30am-12:30pm | April 10th-June 12th (10 weeks)

Everyone deserves to paint with confidence, and this series of classes provides all levels of artists with the technical knowledge of acrylic paint and mediums to do just that. Learn essential techniques, starting with the anatomy of polymer mediums, grounds and additives, pigments and colour mixing, plus many innovative possibilities of this modern medium, from glazing to palette knife tools, textures and mixed media. Subject matter will include abstractions to landscapes, and a Master Study with plenty of studio time to finish all projects. Benefit from demonstrations, critiques and personal guidance for beautiful paintings that combine knowledge with the joy of painting! Materials not included.

Price: $295 Members | $310 Non Members

Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Materials List: Acrylic Confidence

Thursdays from 1:00pm-4:00pm | April 11th- June 13th (10 weeks)

A comprehensive introduction to the world of watercolour. Each week is devoted to a specific topic from colour theory to composition following step-by-step demonstrations as you paint various small studies. Some drawing experience is required. Materials included.

Price: $310 Members | $325 Non Members

Instructor: Christi Anne Abraham

Thursdays from 6:00pm-9:00pm | April 11th- June 13th (10 weeks)

A comprehensive introduction to the world of watercolour. Each week is devoted to a specific topic from colour theory to composition following step-by-step demonstrations as you paint various small studies. Some drawing experience is required. Materials included.

Price: $310 Members | $325 Non Members

Instructor: Christi Anne Abraham

Thursday 7:00pm-9:00pm | May 16th - June 13th (5 weeks)

Artists will develop their creativity and visual storytelling abilities using the versatile medium gouache. Taking inspiration from fictional stories as well as their own personal stories you will create characters, creatures and environments, using both visual references and imagination. Demonstrations of various gouache techniques are added each week alongside studio time. Materials not included.

Price: $150 Members | $165 Non Members

Instructor: Nazrin Alaskarov

Materials List: Imaginative Illustration with Gouache

Fridays from 1:00pm-4:00pm | April 12th - May 10th (5 weeks)

Explore & experiment with acrylic painting techniques ito create abstract and representative paintings. Topics will include colour theory, creating textured surfaces, and working with geometric shapes to create balanced compositions. This course will feature engaging projects and includes step-by-step guidance in an open, supportive environment. Materials not included.

Price: $150 Members | $165 Non Members

Instructor: Tiina Salo-Devries

Materials List: Exploring & Experimenting with Abstract Acrylic Techniques

Fridays from 1:00pm-4:00pm | May 17th-June 14th (5 weeks)

Learn the fundamentals of oil painting and increase your painting skills. The course will cover setting up materials, composition, light and shadow, and mixing colours. Students will learn the techniques for painting in a representational manner, depicting a variety of subject matter which can include still life, portraiture, landscape and more. Students may bring in their own photos if they wish to work on personal projects. Materials not included.

Price: $150 Members | $165 Non Members

Instructor: Mary Ma

Materials List: Introduction to Oil Painting