VAC Fall 2024 Courses

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Fall 2024

Fall 2024 Drawing Elementary Steps in Drawing

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A24 BAD01 3A October 2 to December 4, 2024 10 Wednesday, from 2 to 5 PM Yuna Amand $330

For those who wish to gain confidence before taking Drawing I, this course provides a relaxed, step-by-step approach. Get to know your tools and materials and discover the practice of regular sketchbook drawing. Learn to see and record the beauty of your daily surroundings, using pencil, pen, charcoal, and chalk pastel. Instruction includes useful tips and techniques to help even the most timid beginner get started.

Drawing I

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A24 BAD02 2A September 17 to December 3, 2024 12 Tuesday, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM Corina Kennedy $390

This course develops basic drawing skills. You will work in a relaxed atmosphere developing observational drawing skills while discovering the magic and pleasure of drawing what you see. The fundamentals of light and shade, line, form, and composition will be introduced, using materials such as pencil, ink, charcoal, and Conté. Subjects include still life, live models, and nature studies. No prerequisite.

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Drawing I

Drawing Iin Colour

This course develops basic drawing skills. You will work in a relaxed atmosphere developing observational drawing skills while discovering the magic and pleasure of drawing what you see. The fundamentals of light and shade, line, form, and composition will be introduced, using materials such as pencil, ink, charcoal, and Conté. Subjects include still life, live models (may include nude model), and nature studies. No prerequisite.

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Prerequisite: one session of drawing.

Drawing I

Portrait Drawing

This course develops basic drawing skills. You will work in a relaxed atmosphere developing observational drawing skills while discovering the magic and pleasure of drawing what you see. The fundamentals of light and shade, line, form, and composition will be introduced, using materials such as pencil, ink, charcoal, and Conté. Subjects include still life, live models (may include nude model), and nature studies.

An introduction to the art of portraiture for students with some basic drawing experience. Face and head studies help students develop skill in realistic drawing based on pictures, live models and self-portrait. Expressive and imaginative approaches to the portrait are also explored. Pencil, charcoal, and ink. Prerequisite: one session of drawing.

The Daily Practice of Travel Diary

Intro to Comics Book Illustration

The Travel Diary has a long history as a rich tool for artistic practice. Whether it’s a real trip, an imaginary one, or wanderings not far from home, you will develop a range of strategies for representing the places you visit. Drawing, transfers, washes and writing are just some of the practices that will be explored in this course. Prerequisite: one session of drawing.

Explore the possibilities of visual narrative, combining words and images to tell stories and express emotions in a uniquely immediate way. Learn some basic illustration skills, including figure drawing and composition, and experiment with various traditional comics art materials, including paint brush and ink, ink wash, and watercolours. Some previous experience with drawing recommended.

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A24 BAD03 1N September 30 to December 9, 2024 10 Monday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Naghmeh Sharifi $330

A24 BAD05 6A September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM Federico Cuartas Aristizabal $390

A24 BAD07 3N September 18 to December 4, 2024 12 Wednesday, from 6 to 9 PM Yuna Amand $390

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A24 BAD04 4N September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Branka Marinkovic Maude Deslauriers $390

A24 BAD06 3M September 18 to December 4, 2024 12 Wednesday, from 9 AM to 12 PM Gianni Giuliano $475

A24 BAD08 4N September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 7 to 10 PM Julian Peters $390

Contemporary Drawing through Figure Drawing

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A24 BAD09 5A September 20 to December 6, 2024 12 Friday, from 1 to 4 PM Yuna Amand $475

Participants are encouraged to find their own style and develop their drawing through inspiration from live models (including nude models) as we open our art practice to hybrid forms. Mixed techniques, playing with formats and graphic choices are the key to this course. Prerequisite: two sessions of drawing.

Drawing as Artistic Practice

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A24 BAD11 4A September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM Raphaël Biscotti $390

This course is design to students who would like to renew the importance of drawing in their art practice. Discover a personal, intuitive connection when drawing sensitive lines, gradient and different drawing mediums. This course investigates the pleasure of drawing and includes a look at contemporary drawing practices. Prerequisite: some drawing experience.

Drawing II Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAD10 4N September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 6 to 9 PM Corina Kennedy $390

Drawing is a rewarding, lifelong activity for anyone. This advanced course encourages the regular practice of sketching and drawing in relation to a variety of subjects: landscapes, still life, models (including nude models), and abstract imagery. Explore various paper surfaces and drawing materials, including India ink, coloured papers, and pastels. Prerequisite: two sessions of drawing.

Studio with Model Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Price:

A24 BAD12 5M September 20 to December 6, 2024 12 Friday, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM $285

Each week, the studio is available for artists who want to work from the model (nude model). If space is available, you can register for one session at a time for $25.

Text Based Drawing

Intro to Figure Drawing

This class is for anyone interested in language and drawing. Explore the intersection of the written word and visual art by working with both existing texts of your favourite prose, poems, lyrics etc, and original compositions, and translating them into drawings.

Looking at artists ranging from Cy Twombly to Jenny Holzer, we will explore techniques and concepts that shift language to visual language. Mediums will include charcoal, graphite, ink, collage and more. Shorter drawing and creative writing exercises will develop over the course of the semester into more sustained personal projects. All levels welcome.

This confidence-building approach to life drawing begins with the basics of contour, gesture, proportion and the underlying structure of the figure. Work from live models (including nude models) every week, with step-by-step instruction and guidance.

Pencil, charcoal, conté, ink and pastel contribute to varied, expressive qualities of line, tonality and colour. Prerequisite: one session of drawing.

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A24 BAD13 2N September 17 to December 3, 2024 12 Tuesday, from 6 to 9 PM Corina Kennedy $390

Basic Design for Artists - New

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A24 BAD15 2A October 1 to December 3, 2024 10 Tuesday, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM Tristan Tondino $330

This course explores the omnipresent nature of design and its fundamental principles. It underscores the idea that design is everywhere, shaping our daily experiences and interactions. As artists, we have the unique opportunity to delve into what resonates with us, studying and incorporating elements that are personally significant. This course helps artists to harness the power of design, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of its impact on our artistic expression.

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A24 BAD14 3A September 18 to December 4, 2024 12 Wednesday, from 1 to 4 PM Gianni Giuliano $475

Painting Introduction to Painting

Introduction to Painting

This introduction to the acrylic or oil medium offers step-by-step instruction for beginners. Basic tools and techniques will be covered: paint selection, brushes, and preparation of paper and canvas. Various subjects are included, with emphasis on composition and effective use of colour.

This introduction to the acrylic or oil medium offers step-by-step instruction for beginners. Basic tools and techniques will be covered: paint selection, brushes, and preparation of paper and canvas. Various subjects are included, with emphasis on composition and effective use of colour.

Introduction to Oil Painting

Intro to Abstract Painting

This intro class guides students through the first steps in oil painting as a unique medium. Learn colour mixing, the basics of composition, and how to develop a painting from start to finish. Class is based on demonstration and one-on-one instruction.

Have you always wanted to paint, but were perhaps intimidated by painting from a still life or model? Here is a beginner approach to abstract painting that dives right into expressive colour mixing, brushwork, and composition, helping you create your own images. Acrylic. No prerequisites, just a desire to paint.

Intro to Gouache

Painting the Landscape

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A24 BAP01 1N September 16 to December 9, 2024 12 Monday, from 6 to 9 PM Madeleine Mayo $390

A24 BAP03 3M October 2 to November 20, 2024 8 Wednesday, from 9 AM to 12 PM Claudia Baltazar $280

A24 BAP05 4N September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Nina Drew $390

Gouache is a versatile medium that allows for a variety of creative applications. Learn the basics of colour theory, gouache techniques that include washes and opacity, as well as the steps for developing a painting from sketch to finished artwork. All steps will be carefully explained in an environment that supports individual needs and creative expression.

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A24 BAP02 4M September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 9 AM to 12 PM Gianni Giuliano $390

A24 BAP04 2N September 17 to December 3, 2024 12 Tuesday, from 6 PM to 9 AM Madeleine Mayo $390

A24 BAP06 4N September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Raphaël Biscotti $390

Learn how to choose an effective landscape subject and plan a composition with sketches and colour studies. Instruction also includes treatment of light, skies, trees, water, and overall unity of space, colour, and paint technique. Personal imagery and expressive painting styles encouraged. Oil or acrylic. Prerequisite: one session of painting.

Painting II

Perspective for Painters

This intermediate level course offers a series of projects to fully explore the potential of the acrylic or oil medium including palette-knife styles and going from the first steps of a painting to the complete finished product. Develop your own creative approach as you work with portraits, still life, and landscape compositions. Oil or acrylic.

Prerequisite: one session of painting.

Perspective is a great tool for painters. We can use linear perspective without exaggerating its importance in visual art. We will study the basics beginning with 1 point, 2 point, 3 point, and multipoint perspective. Students will develop a natural sense of perspective and will learn how to create paintings that show they understand the rules, that they can use them, and that if they want to, they can break them. Acrylic, oil or watercolour. Prerequisite: one session of painting.

Sustainable Painting - NEW

Colour for Painters

Interested in making your painting practice more environmentally friendly? The focus of this painting workshop will be on slow, sustainable processes. Together we will weave our own canvases and make our own paints, explore store bought alternatives that support local small businesses, painting supports, and drawing on handmade paper.

We seek not the perfect skill of a craftsperson, but the accessible nature of making everything with our own unique touch. The subject matter of our painterly practice will be open. For all levels.

Expand your knowledge of how to use colour in painting as you delve into colour theory and practical exercises, including still life, portraiture and landscape. The range of painting experiences will ground theory in practice, including palette set up, colour in tone, saturation, optical colour effects, scumbling and glazing to layer colour, and expressive uses of colour relationships. Working from exercises, observation and found imagery, you will develop your personal colour language to achieve new depth and subtlety. Oil or acrylic. Prerequisite: one session of painting.

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A24 BAP07 3N September 18 to December 4, 2024 12 Wednesday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Raphaël Biscotti $390

A24 BAP09 1N September 30 to October 21, 2024 4 Monday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Chloë Lalonde $150 (+$25 materials)

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A24 BAP08 3N September 18 to December 4, 2024 12 Wednesday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Tristan Tondino $390

A24 BAP10 1A September 16 to December 9, 2024 12 Monday, from 1 to 4 PM Joseane Brunelle $390

Form and Content - NEW

Personal Project

This course guides students in preparing a cohesive body of work, from conceptual development to final presentation (including documentation). Participants will craft a compelling artist statement and learn how to effectively situate their work within the context of contemporary art discourse. Through slides, videos, critical discussions, and personalized feedback, students will gain the skills and confidence needed to articulate their artistic vision and engage with the broader art community. Participants must bring existing work samples. (writing guidance in English only). This course is design for all levels participants as long has they have an artistic practice.

A full day course for motivated students who seek a sense of community with other artists and a stimulating environment for learning. The teacher will be providing images, videos and information for inspiration as well as personal comments from a professional artist with an ongoing history of national and international exhibitions. Students can work in drawing, collage, watercolour, gouache, acrylic, or oil. The class will stress the importance of drawing skills and basic pictorial concerns in artwork, whether abstract or observational in approach. Students will receive individual attention according to their individual project and specific needs. All levels.

Portrait alla prima - NEW

Abstract Painting : Personal Direction

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A24 BAP11 2M September 17 to October 22, 2024 6 Tuesday, from 9 AM to 12 PM Jessica Houston $215

A24 BAP13 5M October 4 to December 6, 2024 10 Friday, from 10 AM to 1 PM Liza Sokolovskaya $400

This intro to portraiture for oil painters addresses palette preparation, underpainting, and a lively, alla prima paint application. You will learn to mix skin tones from a simplified, limited palette and progress toward more vibrant, chromatic mixtures, with two complete expressive portraits as the goal. You will work from live models.

Prerequisite: some drawing and oil painting experience.

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A24 BAP12 1A September 16 to December 9, 2024 12 Monday, from 10 AM to 3 PM Michael Merrill $640

A24 BAP14 2A September 24 to November 26, 2024 10 Tuesday, from 1 to 4 PM Guylaine Chevarie Lessard $330

This course is designed for intermediate and advanced students with a desire to develop the expressive style and content of their non-figurative practice in painting. The course includes individual instruction and discussions about the choice of subjects, source material, and colour. Prerequisite: a non figurative artistic practice.

Painting II Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAP15 4A September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 1 to 4 PM Gianni Giuliano $390

This intermediate level course offers a series of projects to fully explore the potential of the acrylic or oil medium including palette-knife styles and going from the first steps of a painting to the complete finished product. Develop your own creative approach as you work with portraits, still life, and landscape compositions. Oil or acrylic.

Prerequisite: one session of painting.

Watercolour Watercolour I

Watercolour I

Get acquainted with your paints, paper, and brushes in this introduction to the art of watercolour. Instruction covers wash and glaze techniques, wet-on-wet, dry brush, and use of the white of the paper to establish luminosity. Learn the basics of colour mixing and composition while developing your expressive painting style. Weekly projects include still life, landscape, abstraction, and live models (may include nude model).

Get acquainted with your paints, paper, and brushes in this introduction to the art of watercolour. Instruction covers wash and glaze techniques, wet-on-wet, dry brush, and use of the white of the paper to establish luminosity. Learn the basics of colour mixing and composition while developing your expressive painting style. Weekly projects include still life, landscape, abstraction, and live models (may include nude model).

Watercolour and Urban Landscape New

Watercolour Illustration

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A24 BAA01 2N October 1 to December 3, 2024 10 Tuesday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Naghmeh Sharifi $330

A24 BAA04 2N September 17 to December 3, 2024 12 Tuesday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Annelise Gadoury $390

In this course you will learn to capture the ambiance and essence of urban life, it’s structures and rhythm. You will start with large colour field washes, and finish with the architectural details. The emphasis will be on colour, lively brushstrokes and impressions of depth. A selection of photos (provided, or your own), watercolour sketches and demonstrations will help you simplify and properly prepare a composition to paint. Prerequisite: one session of watercolour.

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A24 BAA02 6M September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 10 AM to 1 PM Federico Cuartas Aristizabal $390

A24 BAA05 6A September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 1 to 4 PM Nina Drew $390

Expand your expressive illustration skills by adding colour! Watercolour is a versatile medium that can be used for a variety of creative applications. Learn the basics of colour theory, watercolour techniques that include washes, wet-on-wet and dry brush, as well as the steps for developing an illustration from sketch to finished drawing. Some drawing experience is required.

Watercolour, More in Depth

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A24 BAA06 5M September 20 to December 6, 2024 12 Friday, from 9 AM to 12 PM Federico Cuartas Aristizabal $390

Continue to strengthen your watercolour skills and techniques in relation to transparency, wet-on-wet, dry brush, line, and wash, etc. Through directed exercises colour dynamics, drawing, and composition are addressed. Develop skills through a greater emphasis on your own watercolour style. Prerequisite: one session of watercolour.

Intro to Traditional Chinese Painting Flowers & Birds

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A24 BAA08 4A October 3 to December 5, 2024 10 Thursday, from 12:30 to 3:30 PM Mei Zhi $330

Discover the aesthetics and techniques of this traditional art; learn bamboo brush handling, colour mixing, composition, and how to grind ink on a stone. You will practice painting birds, flowers, and other natural objects, balancing spontaneous brushwork with a practiced and centered technique.

Mixed Media Creativity in Mixed Media

Self Portraits: Mapping the self

This course explores the creative possibilities and vast array of materials and techniques available to the mixed-media artist. Ink, watercolour pencils, charcoal, and pastels are used in a multi-layered, playful manner. Inspiration will be drawn from both past and contemporary artists. All levels welcome.

This course will allow students to explore the practice of self-portraiture in conventional and unconventional ways using both drawing and painting techniques. The practice of self-portraiture will be used as a way of mapping the self, using an exploratory approach to drawing and painting that attempts to answer the question: who am I? Inclass exercises are designed to broaden these concepts which can then be pursued at home. Contemporary works of art are presented each week to fuel inspiration and encourage group discussions.

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A24 BATM01 3A October 2 to November 20, 2024 8 Wednesday, from 1 to 4 PM Claudia Baltazar $280

Displaced Readings Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BATM03 7A September 22 to December 8, 2024 12 Sunday, from 1 to 4 PM Caroline Boileau $390

As part of the course, students will be invited to transform a found book using different drawing, collage and wash techniques. In order to create this hybrid object, between the book and the sketchbook, students will be guided through the process with classroom exercises, critiques of the work in progress and presentations on contemporary drawing practices. The objective of this course, which is both rigorous and fun, is to end the session with a completed work, a transformed book, an original artwork! Prerequisite: one session of drawing.

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A24 BATM02 7M September 22 to December 8, 2024 12 Sunday, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Caroline Boileau $390

Textile Weaving I

Forage Plant Dye

This course is an introduction to weaving as a form of visual art-making. To begin, you will be guided through the building and setting up (warping) of a frame loom. During the course you will produce samplers, learning various colour mixing and shape building techniques – tapestry and weft-faced pattern weaving. You will also experiment with balanced (cloth) weaving and various pile techniques. We will go through several methods of finishing your weavings and finally, display possibilities. Throughout the course you will be introduced to exciting weaving practices both historical and contemporary. For beginners.

Discover the richness of natural pigments; transform cloth, thread or yarn. During this whirlwind three-week course you will learn how to prepare and dye plant and animal fibres with locally foraged plants and kitchen scraps. You will have the opportunity to experiment with resist dye as well as contact printing techniques. No experience necessary.

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A24 BATX01 1N September 16 to December 9, 2024 12 Monday, from 6 to 9 PM Jessica Brouder $390 (+$40 materials)

Experimental Embroidery

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A24 BAW11 3N October 2 to 23, 2024 4 Wednesday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM $180 (+$25 materials)

In this workshop, you will learn the creative process to create an abstract embroidered composition in volumes and textures. We work with a variety of supplies: beads, sequins, flat and tubular ribbons, cords, large threads, fabric scraps, metallic threads.

You will learn a multitude of volume stitches: fillings, stems, ribbon folding, garter stitch, couching, application of appliqués, etc., from which you will be able to create textures by choosing your materials, your colour palette, and the application of points.

The loom is loaned for the duration of the course, you can buy it to continue working after the end of the course ($55 tax).

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A24 BATX02 3N September 25 to October 16, 2024 4 Wednesday, from 6 to 9 PM Jessica Brouder $150 (+$25 materials)

Printmaking Introduction to Printmaking

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A24 BAE01 1N September 30 to December 9, 2024 10 Monday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Sarah Galarneau $330 (+$60 materials)

Printing techniques are diverse and each has its own particularities. This introductory course covers several printing techniques including linocut, stencil, monotype and more. You will produce a series of prints per technique taught. For inspiration, presentations from artists using these techniques, step-by-step demonstrations and multiple practical exercises will be included. For all levels.

Ink Wet Ink Techniques

Ink Drawing - NEW

This course will focus on China ink, coloured inks and the various wet ink drawing techniques. Starting with washes and gradients, you will then move on to techniques that require less dilution to create more detailed imagery. After several demonstrations and individual practice, you will apply the learned methods to paint foggy landscapes that are rich in depth and atmospheric perspective, still life or live models. No prerequisite.

For students attracted to the boldness of black and white ink drawing with its rich tonalities and expressiveness of line and wash. Learn to work with full-strength black ink, practice the technique of dilution to create smooth tonal transitions, and how to plan and preserve white areas for light and contrast. Using both brush and pen, the emphasis on will be on observational drawing from still life, drapery, human figure and perspective. Prerequisite: one session of drawing.

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A24 BAA03 1A September 30 to December 9, 2024 10 Monday, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM Naghmeh Sharifi $330

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A24 BAD15 5A September 20 to December 6, 2024 12 Friday, from 1 to 4 PM Federico Cuartas Aristizabal $390

Collage Discover Washi - New

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A24 BAC01 1A September 30 to November 4, 2024 6 Monday, from 10 AM to 12 PM Danielle Shatz $150 (+$55 materials)

In this course you will discover a wide range of Washi both handmade and machine made. A variety of textures, weights and colours will be explored in small format using the medium of your choice. There will be many demos on larger sheets showing different possibilites with dry and wet media. You will develop your own Washi reference book using samples of the sheets presented each class. Open to all.

Photography Digital Photo III NEW

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A24 BAN01 2N September 17 to December 3, 2024 12 Tuesday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Francis Macchiagodena $390

Digital Photography III is a course in which students’ goal is the construction of a single, well executed, and cohesive series of photographs. Students will create individual projects which, at the end of production, will be technically proficient and dynamic.

Discussion about work in progress and refining as production takes place are central elements to the students developing work throughout. In parallel, Advanced post production techniques and alternative processes will be explored. Prerequisite: two sessions of photography.

Collage & Assemblage: A Creative Opening Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAC02 4A September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 1 to 4 PM Stella Pace $390

The tactile pleasure of handling materials will contribute to your workflow as you combine materials intuitively and express yourself in visual form. Engage in image making with a sense of unedited creativity while also considering how to unify your work with strong composition, rhythm, and contrast. Materials include coloured and textured papers, photos, drawings, found materials, and paint. For all levels.

Week at a Glance: Fine Arts

MONDAY

Morning

Personal Project Michael Merrill

Afternoon

Evening

Intro to Painting Madeleine Mayo

TUESDAY

Evening

THURSDAY

WEDNESDAY

Morning

Afternoon

Colour for Painters Joseane Brunelle

Sustainable Painting Chloë Lalonde

Wet Ink techniques Naghmeh Sharifi Drawing I Naghmeh Sharifi

Intro to Printmaking Sarah Galarneau

Weaving I Jessica Brouder

Form and Content Jessica Houston

Morning

Afternoon

Discover Washi Danielle Shatz

Abstract Painting Personal Direction Guylaine Chevarie-Lessard

Drawing I Corina Kennedy

Intro to Abstract Painting Madeleine Mayo

Watercolour I Naghmeh Shariffi

Portrait Drawing Gianni Giuliano Intro to Figure Drawing Gianni Giuliano

Evening

The Daily Practice of Travel Diary Yuna Amand

Morning

Intro to Painting Gianni Giuliano

Afternoon

Painting II Gianni Giuliano

Evening

Painting the Landscape Raphaël Biscotti

Basic Design for Artist Tristan Tondino Watercolour and Urban Landscape Annelise Gadoury

Text-Based Drawing Corina Kennedy

Digital Photo III Francis Macchiagodena

Intro to Oil Painting Claudia Baltazar

Elementary Steps in Drawing Yuna Amand Painting II Raphaël Biscotti

Creativity in Mixed Media Claudia Baltazar Experimental Embrodery Tamara Rubilar

Drawing as Artistic Practice Raphaël Biscotti Drawing in Colour Branka Marinkovic

Drawing II Corina Kennedy

Perspective for Painters Tristan Tondino

Intro to Traditional Chinese Painting - Flowers & Birds Mei Zhi Intro to gouache Nina Drew

Forage Plant Dye Jessica Brouder

Collage & Assemblage: A Creative Opening Stella Pace Intro to Comics Book Illustration Julian Peters

FRIDAY

Week at a Glance: Fine Arts Morning

Watercolour: More in Depth Federico Cuartas-Aristizabal

Afternoon

Ink Drawing Federico Cuartas-Aristizabal

Portrait alla Prima Liza Sokolovskaya

Studio With Model Contemporary Drawing through Figure Drawing Yuna Amand

SUNDAY

SATURDAY

Evening

Morning

Watercolour I Federico Cuartas-Aristizabal

Afternoon

Drawing I Federico Cuartas-Aristizabal

Morning

Self-Portraits: Mapping the self Caroline Boileau Displaced Readings Caroline Boileau

Watercolour Illustration Nina Drew

Professional development (mentorship) Independent Studies

Independent Studies

Are you an advanced student preparing for an exhibition, portfolio, or application?

Would you like to further develop your work and discover new artistic directions? The independent studies programme may be a perfect fit for you.

Are you an advanced student preparing for an exhibition, portfolio, or application?

Would you like to further develop your work and discover new artistic directions? The independent studies programme may be a perfect fit for you.

Includes one-on-one critique sessions of 1.5 hours with one of our teachers. Discuss your objectives with a professional artist, receive feedback, and assemble a unified body of work. Register for 3 sessions of 1.5 hours, or sign up for one session at a time.

Includes one-on-one critique sessions of 1.5 hours with one of our teachers. Discuss your objectives with a professional artist, receive feedback, and assemble a unified body of work. Register for 3 sessions of 1.5 hours, or sign up for one session at a time ($135 .

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A24 BAI 01 September 15 to December 15, 2024 $135

How to Register?

Steps to follow: 1. Call us to discuss your goals with the Director of Fine Arts 2. You will be matched with one of our teachers 3. Next, register over the phone 4. Finally, book meetings directly with the teacher Once the meetings are scheduled and the schedule is confirmed by both parties, you must notify the Visual Arts Centre 48 hours in advance if a change needs to be made. In addition, you may change the schedule only once during the session, otherwise we cannot guarantee the availability of the teacher.

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A24 BAI 03 September 15 to December 15, 2024 $380

How to Register?

Steps to follow: 1. Call us to discuss your goals with the Director of Fine Arts 2. You will be matched with one of our teachers 3. Next, register over the phone 4. Finally, book meetings directly with the teacher Once the meetings are scheduled and the schedule is confirmed by both parties, you must notify the Visual Arts Centre 48 hours in advance if a change needs to be made. In addition, you may change the schedule only once during the session, otherwise we cannot guarantee the availability of the teacher.

Workshops Theory and Practice of Colour : Ink and Watercolour Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAW01 September 15, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Camille Courier-de Mèré $110

This colour workshop will work on a series of hands-on watercolour explorations. The workshop investigates principles of colour theory, more specifically discovering how one colour can play in relation to another and which medium-specific techniques help or influence colours or tone relationships.

Drawing Flora Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAW02 September 22, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Maude Deslauriers $110

The focus of this drawing workshop will be on both natural and exotic flora, drawn using different strategies. You will explore numerous ways of representing nature, and experiment with various mediums. The final hours of the workshop will be based on a personal project related to what you have learned during the morning. A few hours will be held in the Westmount greenhouse.

Spinning Paper Threads

Intro to Bookbinding

Learn traditional and creative techniques for turning paper into thread. Discover Mylène Boisvert’s approach to various methods of spinning paper: one by hand, without tools and the second inspired by a Japanese technique requiring the use of a spindle.

Explorations will include various Japanese and other natural fibre papers. You will leave with a variety of hand-made threads to be incorporated into your own artwork.

If you are interested in artists’ books, whether you express yourself through illustration, drawing or printmaking, this bookbinding workshop will allow you to discover artistic bookbinding. This whole day devoted to bookbinding will introduce you to several techniques and give you a basis for each of them. You will learn how to create a simple zine, an accordion, a perfect binding and a stab binding.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAW03 September 29, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Mylène Boisvert $110 (+$25 materials)

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAW04 October 6, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Sarah Galarneau $110

Crash Course in Acrylic Painting

Watercolour Portraits

If you’ve always wanted to try painting on canvas and can’t make the time, this is a great place to start. You will be guided through the painter’s process: the enjoyment of mixing colours, handling a brush, and designing your own composition. You will go home with a finished work on canvas and a real sense of what’s involved in going further. Begin your artistic practice now.

Watercolor is a natural medium for practising expressive portraits.The mood and personality of our subject is revealed through the fluidity of water using the wet-on-wet technique, playing between drawing and watercolour as well as dry brush techniques, the choice of colours, the scale and background. The workshop includes studying facial expression and working from a model. Prerequisite: a watercolour and a portrait course.

Food Inspired Art

Intro to Figure Drawing

For anyone interested in art and food! In this two day workshop we will create works in a painting or drawing medium of your choice inspired by life and art history. Beginning with close observation of fresh food, we will examine colour, texture and pattern. We will also study and draw inspiration from food themes throughout art history that include Dutch still life, pop art and more. A feast for the eyes!

This workshop is the ideal time to start drawing from a live model. Explore the basics of human body proportions, body contours, structures and gestures. You will work from a live model using pencil, charcoal, ink or pastel. Prerequisite: a drawing course.

Cordage Making

Acrylic Collage and Mixed Media

This workshop is an introduction to the exciting, useful and ancient skill of cordage making. You will learn how to make cordage from readily available plants, used textiles, paper and plastic packaging. You will also learn how to build your own looped net basket. We will talk about the ways cordage can be integrated into your own practices and other possible further explorations. You will be introduced to artists working with these materials, techniques and ideas.

In this workshop we will complete a work of art made up of many elements and unique component pieces, that we will create throughout the day. Make your own printed papers, play with patterns, collage and image transfer that culminate beautifully to produce a personal developed piece. All techniques carefully demoed and explained, all materials provided.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAW05 October 20, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Tracy Grosvenor $110 (+$35 materials)

A24 BAW07 November 3 to 10, 2024 2 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Corina Kennedy $180

A24 BAW09 November 24, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Jessica Brouder $75 (+$15 materials)

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAW06 October 27, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Federico Cuartas Aristizabal $135

A24 BAW08 November 17, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Camille Courier-de Mèré $135

A24 BAW10 December 8, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Melanie Matthews $110 (+$65 materials)

Online Paul Klee, Tunisia and Abstraction Online

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAO01 4A September 19 to November 7, 2024 8 Thursday, from 1 to 3 PM Lorna Mulligan $280

Paul Klee’s voyage to North Africa was an important moment in his career, when he truly embraced colour and enjoyed simplifying shapes. His loosely structured, captivating watercolours from this period are imbued with coloured light in Klee’s signature playful manner. We can learn much from these early paintings as we embark on our own exploration towards abstraction. Inspired by nature, by landscape and architecture, we’ll paint with layered transparencies and syncopated rhythms. Prerequisite: two sessions of watercolour.

Adventure in Colour - Online

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAO02 4A September 26 to December 5, 2024 6 Thursday, from 1 to 4 PM Pat Walsh $280

We will take a deep dive into colour and its significance, both personal and cultural. A variety of projects designed to stimulate a creative and original approach to colour will include: experimenting with various ways of mixing and applying colour, working with colour in a thematic way, and using mixed media and collage to discover serendipitous colour combinations. Welcoming to all mediums and open to intermediate level and up.

6 classes every two weeks: Sept. 26; Oct. 10; Oct. 24, Nov. 7, Nov. 21, Dec. 5

Traditional Chinese Brush Painting level 3 Online

Creative Approaches in Watercolour - Online

This advanced course will review the basic elements and brush techniques of Chinese landscape painting through the study of traditional Chinese landscape masters’ work.

Learn their unique ways of expression and interpretation of landscape, and from these masters’ works, students will be guided through the process with demonstrations and will be shown the oriental approach to the creation of poetic landscape works with the dynamic energy of “chi”. Prerequisite: three sessions of Chinese painting.

New painting projects each week are designed to connect you with your creativity and open up inspiring ways to engage with the medium. Both realistic and abstract approaches will be explored, as well as inventive and playful ways of combining the two. Prerequisite: one session of watercolour.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAO03 2A September 24 to November 26, 2024 10 Tuesday, from 1 to 3:30 PM Mei Zhi $380

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAO04 1N September 23 to December 2, 2024 10 Monday, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM Leona Heillig $330

See Through Glass - Online

Gestural Botanical - Online

This is the first workshop in the REGARDS series which brings together unique visions from artists working with fluid mediums. Come and discover the techniques for seeing through the glass, the translucent effects and the coloured overlays.

This is second workshop in the REGARDS series which brings together unique visions from artists working with fluid mediums. Get seduced by the botanical shapes, their curves, their precision or their diffuse effects.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAW0 02 September 26, 2024 1 Thursday, from 6 to 9 PM Michael Merrill $60

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAWO 01 October 3, 2024 1 Thursday, from 6 to 9 PM Lorna Mulligan $60

Ceramics Wheel for Beginners

Wheel for Beginners

This course is aimed at people with little or no experience with ceramics and covers fundamental wheel-throwing techniques. Learn to manipulate the clay and make your first cups and bowls on the wheel. Surface treatment and decorative techniques are explored and explained. Course includes demonstrations of throwing, trimming and glazing.

This course is for people with little or no experience with ceramics and covers fundamental wheel-throwing techniques. Learn to manipulate the clay and make your first cups and bowls on the wheel. Surface treatment and decorative techniques are explored and explained. Course includes demonstrations of throwing, trimming and glazing.

Wheel - All Levels

Wheel - All Levels

Learn fundamental wheel-throwing techniques for both functional and sculptural pottery, from bowls and cups to teapots and decorative forms. Surface treatment and decorative techniques are explored and explained. Course includes demonstrations, theory, and critiques of individual work. All levels, beginners welcome.

Learn fundamental wheel-throwing techniques for both functional and sculptural pottery, from bowls and cups to teapots and decorative forms. Surface treatment and decorative techniques are explored and explained. Course includes demonstrations, theory, and critiques of individual work. All levels, beginners welcome.

Advanced Throwing

Hand-building for Beginners

Improve throwing skills and create more complex forms by altering, cutting, joining, and incorporating hand-built elements into your pieces. Surface treatments will include various methods of engobe and stain application as well as glazes. Emphasis is placed on a personal approach to surface and form. Prerequisite: four sessions of throwing.

Learn the techniques of hand-building with clay. Beginners will get acquainted with pinched pots, coiling, slab-building, and hollowing. Decorative and pictorial techniques will also be taught, using engobes, glazes, and pigments. Students will be encouraged to develop their creativity.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 C01 4N September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 6 to 9 PM Maryon Bouchard $410 (+$75 materials)

A24 C03 2A September 17 to December 3, 2024 12 Tuesday, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM Sarah Jeanne Riberdy $410 (+$75 materials)

A24 C05 2N September 17 to December 4, 2024 12 Tuesday, from 6 to 9 PM Sarah Jeanne Riberdy $410 (+$75 materials)

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 C02 5M September 20 to December 6, 2024 12 Friday, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Maryon Bouchard $410 (+$75 materials)

A24 C04 3M September 18 to December 4, 2024 12 Wednesday, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Colleen Dwyer Meloche $410 (+$75 materials)

A24 C06 1N September 16 to December 9, 2024 12 Monday, from 6 to 9 PM Kimberly Orjuela $410 (+$75 materials)

Hand-building for Beginners

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 C07 6M September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Claire Olwen $410 (+$75 materials)

Learn the techniques of hand-building with clay. Beginners will get acquainted with pinched pots, coiling, slab-building, and hollowing. Decorative and pictorial techniques will also be taught, using engobes, glazes, and pigments. Students will be encouraged to develop their creativity.

Intermediate Hand-building Personal Projects) Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 C08 1M September 16 to December 9, 2024 12 Monday, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Eva Lapka $410 (+$75 materials)

Explore the creative possibilities of hand-building with clay. You will be assisted in the creation of personal works of a functional or sculptural nature combining the techniques of pinched pot, coiling, slab-building and hollowing. Decorative techniques will be exploited through the use of engobes, glazes and pigments to guide the student towards a finish that reflects his own signature. Prerequisite: two hand-building classes or previous experience with clay.

Ceramics and Creativity

Ceramics and Creativity

For students who have a foundation in throwing and/or hand-building and who are ready to foster more personalized work. Through the development of self-directed projects, students will be assisted in the technical and aesthetic aspects of creating ceramic objects. Also, by exploring contemporary ceramics, we will consider studio practices and various approaches to making. The objective is to assist students with the realization of their own body of work and place it within the contemporary ceramic discourse. Prerequisite: intermediate skills in hand-building and/or throwing; an eagerness to make self-directed work.

For students who have a foundation in throwing and/or hand-building and who are ready to foster more personalized work. Through the development of self-directed projects, students will be assisted in the technical and aesthetic aspects of creating ceramic objects. Also, by exploring contemporary ceramics, we will consider studio practices and various approaches to making. The objective is to assist students with the realization of their own body of work and place it within the contemporary ceramic discourse. Prerequisite: intermediate skills in hand-building and/or throwing; an eagerness to make self-directed work.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 C09 2M September 17 to December 4, 2024 12 Tuesday, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Colleen Dwyer Meloche $410 (+$75 materials)

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 C10 3N September 18 to December 4, 2024 12 Wednesday, from 6 to 9 PM Sarah Jeanne Riberdy $410 (+$75 materials)

Introduction to Glaze Development Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 C11 4M September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Philip Dutton $410 (+$40 materials)

Developing your own glazes is often seen as the final step in defining a personal style, yet it is shrouded in mystery and myth. Learn a simple, hands-on approach to developing a glaze that is exactly as you want it, and the skills to change that glaze as required. Prerequisite: at least two ceramic courses.

Intensive Wheel Throwing Workshop Intermediate) Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 CW1 September 9 to 13, 2024 5 Monday to Friday, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM Sarah Jeanne Riberdy $425 (+$70 materials)

Join this small group to develop a body of work in a friendly environment. Practice your wheel-throwing techniques for both functional and sculptural pottery, from bowls and cups to teapots and decorative forms in this intensive workshop formula. Course includes one open studio in the fall session to glaze your pieces. Prerequisite: at least one session of wheel throwing.

Jewellery Jewellery: The Essentials

Jewellery Fundamentals

Learn the basics of metal construction and develop your skills. You will learn to saw, file, form, solder, and produce pieces in both brass and sterling silver during the session.

Make a simple ring, chain, earrings, or pendant. One project can be completed in one semester. This course is designed for Level 1 students �Beginner).

This introduction to basic metal construction allows you to evolve your skills over time.

You will learn to saw, file, form, solder, and produce pieces in both brass and sterling silver during the session. Make a simple ring, chain, earrings, or pendant. Returning students may progress to stone setting or projects in lost wax technique. Two to three projects can be completed in one semester. Level 1 students �Beginner and Intermediate).

Jewellery Fundamentals

Jewellery Fundamentals

This introduction to basic metal construction allows you to evolve your skills over time.

You will learn to saw, file, form, solder, and produce pieces in both brass and sterling silver during the session. Make a simple ring, chain, earrings, or pendant. Returning students may progress to stone setting. Two to three projects can be completed in one semester. This course is designed for Level 1 students �Beginner and Intermediate).

This introduction to basic metal construction allows you to evolve your skills over time.

You will learn to saw, file, form, solder, and produce pieces in both brass and sterling silver during the session. Make a simple ring, chain, earrings, or pendant. Returning students may progress to stone setting. Two to three projects can be completed in one semester. This course is designed for Level 1 students �Beginner and Intermediate).

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAJ01 2A October 8 to 29, 2024 4 Tuesday, from 1 to 4 PM Andrew Floyd $185

A24 BAJ03 3A September 18 to December 4, 2024 12 Wednesday, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM Kyung Sun Lim $440

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAJ02 1N September 16 to December 9, 2024 12 Monday, from 6 to 9 PM Malika Rousseau $440

A24 BAJ04 4N September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Norsola Johnson $440

Jewellery Fundamentals

Wax Fundamentals for Beginners

This introduction to basic metal construction allows you to evolve your skills over time.

You will learn to saw, file, form, solder, and produce pieces in both brass and sterling silver during the session. Make a simple ring, chain, earrings, or pendant. Returning students may progress to stone setting. Two to three projects can be completed in one semester. This course is designed for Level 1 students �Beginner and Intermediate).

This is an introduction to the lost wax technique. Learn about the various types of carving wax, then create a ring in wax that will be cast in metal. Information will be provided about where you can take your carved piece to be cast. Level 1 students �Beginner and Intermediate).

Personal Projects in Jewellery

Personal Projects in Jewellery

Continue your jewellery training by exploring stone setting techniques while continuing with other metalworking techniques to refine your skills while developing a personal sense of design. Depending on the student’s level of technical proficiency and experience, projects of varying complexity may be completed.

This course is intended for level 2 (advanced) students. Your teacher needs to confirm that you have the required skills.

Continue your jewellery training by exploring stone setting techniques while continuing with other metalworking techniques to refine your skills while developing a personal sense of design. Depending on the student’s level of technical proficiency and experience, projects of varying complexity may be completed.

This course is intended for level 2 (advanced) students. Your teacher needs to confirm that you have the required skills.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAJ05 6A September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM Sara Beujékian $440

A24 BAJ07 2N September 17 to December 3, 2024 12 Tuesday, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Norsola Johnson $440

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAJ06 2A November 5 to 26, 2024 4 Tuesday, from 1 to 4 PM Andrew Floyd $185

A24 BAJ08 4A September 12 to November 28, 2024 12 Thursday, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM Norsola Johnson $440

Experimental Wax Sculpture - NEW

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAJ09 6M October 5 to December 7, 2024 10 Saturday, from 10 AM to 1 PM Sara Beujékian $395

Learn experimental wax techniques, incorporating organic elements such as bark, plant fiber, leaves or even textiles to create limited edition jewelry or one-of-a-kind pieces.

Complete your projects by incorporating traditional jewelry techniques. This course is designed for Level 1 students �Beginner and Intermediate).

Polymer Clay Jewellery Making NEW Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Price:

A24 BAWJ01 October 6, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM $130 (+$20 materials)

During this workshop you will learn the essentials of polymer clay jewelry making. From how to sketch your ideas, condition your clay, design and sculpt your pieces to assemble your final products. We will be working with 3 different techniques: Terazzo or confetti technique, marble technique and the Slab technique. At the end you will be bringing home a minimum of 3 finished pieces. Unleash your creativity and discover your own jewelry style.

A Ring in a Day

Intensive Wax Sculpture Workshop

Explore basic jewellery construction while making a simple silver ring from sterling silver wire. Learn how to saw, file, work with a torch and finally, complete your ring by polishing. No experience necessary.

2 full days �Sept. 29 and Oct.13�

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAWJ02 October 27, 2024 1 Sunday, from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM Malika Rousseau $105

There will be a half-hour lunch break.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 BAWJ03 September 29 to October 13, 2024 2 Sunday, from 10 AM to 4 PM Norsola Johnson $235

If you are Interested in adding another dimension to your work, this intensive workshop in the lost wax technique will teach you how to create detailed jewellery using wax.

Carve a wax ring and a wax pendant, then have these pieces cast in metal. The second day, you will finish the pieces by incorporating traditional jewellery techniques. Some knowledge of soldering and basic jewellery techniques required. Information will be provided about where you can take your carved pieces to be cast.

Intermediate Hand-building Eva Lapka

Afternoon

Ceramics Open Studio 1:30-4:30

Evening

Jewellery Fundamentals Malika Rousseau

Personal Projects in Jewellery Level II Norsola Johnson

Hand-building for Beginners Kimberly Orjuela

Evening

Jewellery Fundamentals Norsola Johnson

Ceramics and Creativity Colleen Dwyer Meloche

Morning

Wheel for Beginners Maryon Bouchard

Afternoon

Ceramics Open Studio 1:00-4:00

Ceramics Open Studio 5:00-8:00

Ceramics Open Studio 1:30-4:30 Wheel for Beginners Maryon Bouchard

Afternoon

Jewellery: The Essentials + Wax Fundamentals for Beginners Andrew Floyd

Wheel - All Levels Sarah Jeanne Riberdy

Evening

Personal Projects in Jewellery Level II Norsola Johnson

Advanced Throwing Sarah Jeanne Riberdy

Evening

Wheel - All Levels Colleen Dwyer Meloche

Morning

Experimental Wax Sculpture Sara Beujékian

Beginner Handbuilding Claire Olwen

Afternoon

Jewellery Fundamentals Sara Beujekian

Ceramics Open Studio 1:00-4:00

Morning WEDNESDAY

Afternoon

Afternoon

Evening

Jewellery Fundamentals Kyung Sun Lim

Ceramics Open Studio 1:30-4:30 Ceramics and Creativity Sarah Jeanne Riberdy

FRIDAY

TUESDAY

Morning

Glaze Developement Phil Dutton

Morning THURSDAY

Morning

SATURDAY

MONDAY

Week at a Glance: Ceramics and Jewellery

Evening

Kids Little Studio 4 5 yrs old)

Colourful Afternoons 5 8 yrs old)

Art offers an enriching experience that stimulates curiosity, experimentation, and creativity in young children. Painting, assembling and collaging provide many opportunities to enhance and stimulate the imagination. Creating and playing with gouache, watercolour, clay, and construction materials builds confidence in selfexpression.

This course is tailored to create and discover several mediums in a colourful, relaxed atmosphere. Each week, we’ll explore different techniques with an inspiring new project. Children will enjoy working with gouache, acrylic, watercolour, pastels, collage and more.

Colourful Afternoons 5 8 yrs old)

Adventure in Art 6 8 yrs old)

This course is tailored to create and discover several mediums in a colourful, relaxed atmosphere. Each week, we’ll explore different techniques with an inspiring new project.. Children will enjoy working with gouache, acrylic, watercolour, pastels, collage and more.

A spirit of adventure, exploration, and experimentation guides this multimedia class, where students learn fundamental skills to create both two- and three-dimensional art projects. Students will have the opportunity to work in a wide variety of media, which may include clay, plaster, acrylic paint, printmaking, watercolour, ink, and charcoal, to name but a few. They will be encouraged to develop imagination and creativity while gaining confidence in their own self-expression.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 J01 6M September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 9:30 to 11:30 AM $290 (+$35 materials)

A24 J03 6A September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 3 to 4:30 PM Hazel Thexton $290 (+$35 materials)

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Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 J02 1A September 16 to December 9, 2024 12 Monday, from 4:30 to 6 PM $290 (+$35 materials)

A24 J04 6M September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 10 AM to 12 PM Hazel Thexton $290 (+$35 materials)

Adventure in Art 6 8 yrs old) Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Price:

A24 J05 6A September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 12:30 to 2:30 PM $290 (+$35 materials)

A spirit of adventure, exploration, and experimentation guides this multimedia class, where students learn fundamental skills to create both two- and three-dimensional art projects. Students will have the opportunity to work in a wide variety of media, which may include clay, plaster, acrylic paint, printmaking, watercolour, ink, and charcoal, to name but a few. They will be encouraged to develop imagination and creativity while gaining confidence in their own self-expression.

Introduction to Ceramics 6 9 yrs old) Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 J06 7M September 15 to December 1, 2024 12 Sunday, from 9:30 to 11:30 AM Noémie Sylvestre $290 (+$35 materials)

Come and discover the pleasure of clay, while guided by step-by-step instruction.

Creativity will be in the spotlight – in the three dimensions! The course will have two main components, an introduction to various hand-building techniques and the use of plaster moulds to create objects. You will be guided in the use of glazes and pigments to customise your sculptural projects.

Painting and Drawing - NEW 6 9 yrs Drawing, Painting and Sculpture 9old) 12 yrs old) Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 J07 6M September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 10 AM to 12 PM Chloë Lalonde $290 (+$35 materials)

This course enables students to strengthen their drawing and painting techniques to sharpen their observation skills, and to explore new media in a relax and fun environnement. Students may experiment with pencil, pen and ink, paint, watercolour, pastel, and charcoal. They are encouraged to develop their imagination, creativity and their own style of expression.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 J08 6A September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 12:30 to 2:30 PM Hazel Thexton $290 (+$35 materials)

This course enables students to consolidate their art making skills, to sharpen their observation skills, and to experiment with new media. Students will work in both two and three-dimensional media, which may include clay, plaster, paint, and printmaking.

Students are encouraged to develop their imagination, creativity, and their own style of expression.

Drawing, Painting and Sculpture 912 yrs old)

Painting and Drawing Fundamentals - NEW 9 12 yr olds)

This course enables students to consolidate their art making skills, to sharpen their observation skills, and to experiment with new media. Students will work in both two and three-dimensional media, which may include clay, plaster, paint, and printmaking.

Students are encouraged to develop their imagination, creativity, and their own style of expression.

This course will help to develop a strong foundation of painting and drawing skills and techniques through contemporary and popular culture approaches. Students will be introduced to the basics of line, shading, form rendering, perspective, and composition.

Working with colour theory and paint application with both imagination and still life.

Experimentation with a variety of media will be introduced, including ink, pencil, charcoal, gouache and watercolour.

Introduction to Ceramics 9 13 yr olds)

Parent Child Hand-building 5 12 yrs)

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 J09 4A September 19 to December 5, 2024 12 Thursday, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM Isabelle Mae Yen Bredt $290 (+$35 materials)

A24 J11 7A September 15 to December 1, 2024 12 Sunday, from 12:30 to 2:30 PM Noémie Sylvestre $290 (+$35 materials)

This course offers the opportunity to work creatively in 3D, discovering the possibilities that ceramics offer. The course will have two main components, an introduction to various hand-building techniques and the use of plaster moulds to create objects. You will be guided in the use of glazes and pigments to customize your sculptural projects.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 J10 6A September 21 to December 7, 2024 12 Saturday, from 12:30 to 2:30 PM Chloë Lalonde $290 (+$35 materials)

A24 JW01 September 22, 2024 1 Sunday, from 3 to 5 PM Noémie Sylvestre $40 (+$10 materials)

This relaxed atmosphere workshop will be prone to share the pleasure of clay with your child. You will create together, in three dimensions and you will be guided step by step in the making of a utilitarian object each (cup, bowl, plate…). The piece will be fired and enamelled for you so that you can keep it or offer it as a gift. Note that two weeks will be needed for your pieces to be ready after the workshop.

Parent Child Workshop: Handmade Holiday Cards

Parent Child Hand-building 5 12 yrs)

Learn how to create unique handmade cards for friends and family. Kristy Boisvert shares her own creative mixed-media approach to card making, including ink transfer, hand lettering, collage, and drawing, while you add your own references, humour, or sentiment for a truly personalized greeting. A kit of art materials, paper, and envelopes is included in the workshop fee.

This relaxed atmosphere workshop will be prone to share the pleasure of clay with your child. You will create together, in three dimensions and you will be guided step by step in the making of a utilitarian object each (cup, bowl, plate…). The piece will be fired and enamelled for you so that you can keep it or offer it as a gift. Note that two weeks will be needed for your pieces to be ready after the workshop.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 JW01 December 1, 2024 1 Sunday, from 1 to 4 PM Kristy Boisvert $60 (+$30 materials)

Open to all ages.

Fall Painting (parent-neurodivergent child) 6 12 years old Code: Date: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 JW03 October 20, 2024 Sunday, from 1 to 3 PM Kayla O'Reilly $50 (+$5 materials)

This workshop, inspired by fall colours, is designed to discover different ways of applying paint in a spirit of experimentation and artistic discovery. Several techniques will be presented including “hard-hedge”, impasto, wash and colour mixtures. No knowledge is necessary and the materials are included in the price of the workshop.

The price is for one child and one chaperone.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 JW02 October 6, 2024 1 Sunday, from 3 to 5 PM Noémie Sylvestre $40 (+$10 materials)

Teens Drawing and Painting Fundamentals 13 17 yrs old)

Illustration and Comics 13 17 yrs old)

Discover the creative potential of various drawing and painting materials, which may include pencil, charcoal, conté, gouache, and ink. Develop skills and creativity while learning new drawing and painting techniques. Work from sketches, observation, live models, printed images and imagination to create realistic, abstract and expressive drawings and paintings.

Learn the basics and essential techniques of illustration. This class aims to prepare adolescents for post-secondary art programs. Projects will align with the portfolio requirements of illustration and animation programs at CEGEP and university levels.

Students will learn to draw from observation, use two-point perspective techniques, develop skills in figure drawing, and create storyboards.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 JA01 3N September 18 to December 4, 2024 12 Wednesday, from 5:30 to 8 PM Chloë Lalonde $360 (+$35 materials)

Teen Portfolio Programme Code: Date: Number of classes: Price:

A24 JA03 September 16 to December 6, 2024 3 $280

For students planning to pursue studies in Fine Arts, the Teen Portfolio Programme provides one-on-one mentoring to help create a portfolio for advanced studies. Each teen will be paired with experienced artists/teachers who will guide them in the process of developing a body of work, selecting artwork, laying out the portfolio, and writing an artist statement. Students can register for blocks of 3 sessions. While it can be taken on its own, it is recommended that students undertake the portfolio programme in conjunction with a regular semester course. Each session is 1.5 hours.

Code: Date: Number of classes: Schedule: Teacher: Price:

A24 JA02 6A October 5 to December 7, 2024 10 Saturday, from 3 to 5 PM Kristy Boisvert $245 (+$35 materials)

Week at a Glance: Kids and Teens

MONDAY

Morning Afternoon

Colourful afternoon (5-8 yrs)

WEDNESDAY

Evening

Morning Afternoon Drawing and Painting Fundamentals (13-17 yrs) Chloë Lalonde

Evening

THURSDAY

Morning Afternoon

Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture (9-12 yrs) Isabelle Bredt

Evening

SUNDAY

SATURDAY

Morning Afternoon

Painting and Drawing (6-9yrs) Chloë Lalonde Painting and Drawing Fundamentals (9-12yrs) Chloë Lalonde Illustration and comics (13-17yrs) Kristy Boisvert

Little Studio (4-5 ans)

Adventure in art (6-8 yrs)

Adventure in Art (6-8 yrs) Hazel Texton Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture (9-12 yrs) Hazel Texton Colourful afternoon (5-8 yrs) Hazel Texton

Morning

Intro to Ceramics (6-9 yrs) Noémie Sylvestre

Afternoon

Into to Ceramics (9-13 yrs) Noémie Sylvestre