REGISTRATION FOR WINTER and SPRING CLASSES AVAILABLE NOW.
ALL STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE: $15.00 OFF winter term (2008) fee for early registration in November or December 2007.
For further information and to register please call us at 905 477-7007
Remember space is limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
The registration form is now available
online.
Art is a fascinating and amazing vehicle of self-expression. It is a rewarding journey of learning and discovery. Art is an adventure motivated by the heart, with an understanding of the process developed through practice and experimentation.
Art Adventures is a working studio designed for artists of all ages with a main focus on children. The programs offered encompass a wide variety of multimedia art experiences while developing technical skills. Students are encouraged to experiment, create and share ideas in an environment that is enriched, supportive, friendly, and personal.
The groups are kept small, enabling more one-on-one instruction, individual creativity, self-expression, and fun while learning. Everyone leaves feeling proud and excited about his or her accomplishments.
Portfolio building - ages 11 to teen
Dates and Times
Tues Jan 14 - March 31. 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Thurs Jan 17 - April 3 " "
Cost $230 + GST. All supplies included
Please note there will be no regular class week of March Break
Drawing and Shading (pencil and charcoal on appropriate paper)
Instructor - Janice Garel
This will be a great lesson on learning to sharpen your drawing skills. We will focus attention to basic forms before attempting a completed picture. Students will also learn about atmospheric perspective and strategies for shading.
Sculpting (clay)
Instructor - Janice Garel
Create a beautiful relief in clay which will be fired and finished to look like bronze.
You will be able to hang the finished piece on a wall.A drawing of the form to be sculpted, will first be completed before moving on to the form in clay.
Pastel (Urban landscape)
Instructor - Janice Garel
Students will first create a drawing from photographs of a city corner. They will be sharpening their perspective drawing skills as this is fundamental to the development of a good base for their painting. They will then learn how to use the pastels to create interesting colour and tonal effects. This project will also tie into their drawing project, with respect to atmospheric perspective and shading, this time using colour.
Adventure Express - ages 6-11
Instructor - Janice Garel
Tues Jan 14 - April 1. Time - 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Wed Jan 15 -April 2 . " "
Thurs Jan 16 - April 3. " "
Sat Jan 19 - April 5 Time - 10:am - 11:30am
Cost $230 + GST All art supplies included
Please note there will be no regular classes week of March Break
Techniques for painting trees. (Mixed media)
Learn various ways of drawing, painting and printing trees. The children will be learning many techniques and styles, using watercolour, pastels, acrylics and printing inks. Each technique will treated as a separate painting so you can hang them as one large group or create smaller groups.
Drawing ( Pencil and charcoal)
Drawing is fundamental to all aspects of art.This will be an interesting and fun project, utilizing both pencil and charcoal. Students will follow along as step by step instructions are given on how to draw a still life. They will also learn how to correctly shade the image.
Expressionism ( mixed media )
Spotty and Striped birds. Learn all about expressionism as we create three wonderful and different images of birds using paint, chalk pastels and pen and ink. The students will also be learning about various artist who use this format of art.
Canvas floor cloth ( acrylic on canvas )
Design and paint a beautiful floor cloth. Students will have a wide range of images to work from as they create their design and colour way for this piece. A water based varnish will be painted on the finished piece to protect it from stains.
Kinder Art - ages 4 - 5
Instructor - Janice Garel
Date and time
Wed Jan 15 - April 2 - 1:30 pm - 3:00pm or
Fri Jan 17- April 4 - 9:15am - 10 :45am
Cost $230 + GST. All supplies included.
Colour mixing
A fun introduction to the exciting world of colour theory using various media to create numerous colours.
Portrait Fun
Children will learn the basics of the art of portraiture then create a fun portrait of themselves in pastels on pastel paper.
Bugs in my story. (illustration and sculpture)
Create a story board with drawings then sculpt and paint one or two of your bug caricatures from your story.
Expressionism
Learn all about expressionism as we create spotty and striped birds. The children will be using acrylics, chalk pastels and pen and ink techniques to create these wonderful and beautiful paintings.
Adult classes
Sculpting in Clay
Instructor- Wayne Headley
Date and Time ( morning class)
Wed Jan 16 - Feb 20 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cost $195 + GST. Supplies and cost for firing not included.
Supplies
Clay ( may be purchased in class)
Clay tools ( may be purchased at Tuckers Clay Supplies in Beaver Creak)
Create beautiful images in clay and how to create a mould of your sculpture with award winning sculptor Wayne Headley.
Pieces will be fired.
Watercolour - Week end workshops
Instructor - Hi - Sook Barker CSPWC
Cost $60 +GST. Supplies not included.
Dates and Time to follow for:
Winter landscape
Water and sky
Spring bouquet
Lots of demos and one -on-one help from this award winning instructor.
Supply List - Supplies may be purchased at the studio on day of workshop if needed.
140lb or 200lb cold pressed watercolour paper.
# 8, #10 # 14 round brushes
1" & 2" Hake brushes ( for landscape workshop)
Masking tape
Primary watercolours
Paint pallet (watercolour)
Roll of paper towel
Pencil and eraser
Drawing board ( you may borrow one in the studio)
Water containers
Silk Painting - 2 day workshop
Instructor - Janice Garel
Sun Jan 9 & Sun Jan 16 4 - 10:00am - 3:30pm
Cost $155+ GST. All supplies included
Design and create beautiful images and paintings with this wonderful media using 100% silk, resist, and silk dyes.
Photography
Instructor - Karin Hatch
Learn to use your digital camera to take beautiful an well composed images.
Images will be printed in class. More information to follow.
Dates and times to follow.
Children workshops
Christmas / Holiday workshop
Date and Time - Sat Dec 8, 2007 , 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Project information to follow
Cost $20 + GST. All supplies and a treat included.
PORTFOLIO BUILDING ( Ages 11 - 17
)
Mothers Day Workshop
Date and Time - Sat May 3,2008 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages 5- 12
Design and paint a wonderful wooden bowl for mom to display on a table or wall. Bowls will be sealed with a water based varnish for protection.
Cost $22 + GST. All supplies and a treat included.
Remember to book early as space is limited.
Times and Dates (for both classes)
Tues April 22 - May 27 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Thurs April 23 - May 29 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Abstract art
Instructor: Janice Garel
Learn
about abstract artist and their expression of thought, form, lines and
colour. Then create your own intriguing piece on a stretched canvas ( 3
'x 2' ).
Students will be viewing the works of various abstract artist before creating their own piece.
Photography 2
Instructor: Karin Hatch
This session is for beginner or intermediate.
Work with photographer Karin Hatch gaining a better in-site on how to capture interesting images. Learn about lighting, composition, and how to access all the great features your camera has to offer so as to achieve the best image. You will also be printing your images in the studio, and will be combining them with other media to create a unique digital photography art piece.
You will need to bring your own digital camera.
Students will be viewing the works of various abstract artist before creating their own piece.
Photography 2
Instructor: Karin Hatch
This session is for beginner or intermediate.
Work with photographer Karin Hatch gaining a better in-site on how to capture interesting images. Learn about lighting, composition, and how to access all the great features your camera has to offer so as to achieve the best image. You will also be printing your images in the studio, and will be combining them with other media to create a unique digital photography art piece.
You will need to bring your own digital camera.
Cost $145+ GST ALL SUPPLIES and PRINTING COST INCLUDED
ADVENTURE EXPRESS ( AGES 5 - 11 )
Instructor: Janice Garel
Instructor: Janice Garel
MASK MAKING ( clay )
Create a one of a kind 3 - dimensional mask from clay using a variety of hand - building techniques. Students will explore images of masks and their use in different countries and cultures. Form and textured patterns will also be explored and used to complete this fabulous piece.
Create a one of a kind 3 - dimensional mask from clay using a variety of hand - building techniques. Students will explore images of masks and their use in different countries and cultures. Form and textured patterns will also be explored and used to complete this fabulous piece.
Inuit Art ( printmaking )
Examine
prints made by Inuit artist then create your own set of intriguing
prints. Students will be studying line, form, texture and colour while
creating their images which will be carved and printed.
Times and Dates
Tues April 22 - May 27 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Wed April 23 - May 28 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Thurs April 24 - May 29 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Sat April 26- May31 10:00am - 11:30am
Sat April 26- May31 10:00am - 11:30am
Cost: $120 + GST ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
KINDER ART ( ages 4-5 )
Instructor: Janice Garel
Wed April 23 - May 24 9:15am - 10:45am or
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Clay Mask
Create your very own one of a kind mask using a variety of hand building techniques.Students will explore different images of mask from various countries
then create their own unique piece.
Mobiles ( multi-media )
Create an amazing mobile using squares of clear film, textured papers, threads, metal, sequins and more. These will look amazing hanging in your room.
Shading effects ( pen and ink)
Learn how to create a picture using different types of shading in your drawings. Children will first create a pen and ink landscape with trees, animals, birds, flowers etc. They will then fill in their shapes with various patterns and marks while learning about cross hatching, stippling, strength of shading and much more.
KINDER ART ( ages 4-5 )
Instructor: Janice Garel
Wed April 23 - May 24 9:15am - 10:45am or
Clay Mask
Create your very own one of a kind mask using a variety of hand building techniques.Students will explore different images of mask from various countries
then create their own unique piece.
Mobiles ( multi-media )
Create an amazing mobile using squares of clear film, textured papers, threads, metal, sequins and more. These will look amazing hanging in your room.
Shading effects ( pen and ink)
Learn how to create a picture using different types of shading in your drawings. Children will first create a pen and ink landscape with trees, animals, birds, flowers etc. They will then fill in their shapes with various patterns and marks while learning about cross hatching, stippling, strength of shading and much more.
Cos: $120.00 + GST ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED
Mothers Day Workshop
Date and Time - Sat May 3,2008 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages 5- 12
Design and paint a wonderful wooden bowl for mom to display on a table or wall. Bowls will be sealed with a water based varnish for protection.
Cost $22 + GST. All supplies and a treat included.
Remember to book early as space is limited.
