WAG Studio 2019 Spring/Summer Classes Brochure

SPRING/ SUMMER 2019

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REGISTRATION STARTS MARCH 5 SIGN UP BEFORE MARCH 21 & SAVE

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available around the WAG on Memorial Blvd, St. Mary Ave, and Colony St. Parking lots are located on Colony St (north of Portage Ave by University of Winnipeg, and south of Portage Ave behind Plug In ICA), ImPark (The Bay parkade) across the

The Winnipeg Art Gallery is located on Treaty No. 1, original lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininiwak, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.

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street from the WAG, and on Good St behind the Sussex Realty Building.

A COMMITMENT TO ART AND ART MAKERS OUR PROGRAMS AND INSTRUCTORS For over 80 years, WAG Studio has built a strong reputation of excellence in art instruction for children, teens, and adults. Classes engage with current exhibitions through special tours, fostering a connection between the art on view in the galleries and the art created in the classrooms.

All of our instructors have degrees and/or diplomas from universities or art colleges and many have master’s degrees and additional certification in education. While most work in private studios, instructors also bring experience as actors, administrators, art therapists, designers, and members of artist-run centres.

For more information about our instructors, visit wag.ca/studio

OUR INTERIM LOCATION All art classes are currently offered on the Gallery’s lower level. Public access is down the ramp of the WAG building on Colony St. This interim location is in place during the construction of the WAG Inuit Art Centre – a new building that will be connected to the Gallery on all levels.

The Centre will expand art education with larger and more versatile spaces, providing a breathtaking new home for art classes, as well as the WAG’s celebrated collection of contemporary Inuit art and related programs.

If you have questions, please contact: Rachel Baerg Head of Education art-educator@wag.ca Cara Mason Acting Manager of WAG Studio studioprograms@wag.ca Learn more about the WAG Inuit Art Centre at inuit.wag.ca

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SPRING ADULT ART CLASSES WAG Studio offers many ways to explore your creativity with beginner and intermediate courses in a variety of media. Unless otherwise indicated, adults provide their own tools and supplies for classes. Students in beginner courses will be provided with materials for the first class, while those in intermediate courses should bring their own selection. Supply lists are handed out at the first class. Clay, glaze, and firing is included in the cost of pottery classes, however we recommend students bring their own basic tool kit.

BEGINNER CLASSES All skill levels welcome • No pre-requisites required

10 WEEK CLASSES

DRAWING BASICS For students with little or no drawing experience, this introduction to the fundamental techniques and concepts of drawing will sharpen observation skills and build confidence. Practice translating what you see into what you draw as you work with different subjects, including still-life studies and the human form.

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ACRYLIC PAINTING First, you’ll spend time sharpening your drawing skills in preparation for painting.

Then, learn the art of colour theory, shading, ways to describe space, use of light, composition, and the particularities of painting with acrylics. You’ll work from still life and models.

POTTERY Discover hand building, which includes slab building, slump molded forms, and throwing on the potter’s wheel. From basic thrown or handbuilt forms, you’ll produce mugs, bowls, and platters. You’ll also learn glazing and decorating techniques to finish your work and develop your own ideas related to functional and non-functional forms.

MIXED MEDIA Combine different materials, employ a variety of techniques, and use your creativity to develop images and ideas. Enjoy the creative process while learning effective techniques such as paper craft, painting, drawing, printmaking, and 3D assemblage.

You’ll complete a final project on a theme that interests you.

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POTTERY DROP-IN

APR 20-JUN 1 • $10 PER DROP-IN SATURDAYS, 9-11AM For adults currently enrolled in our pottery classes, enjoy spending more time in the studio honing your skills. No instruction is provided; prior approval from your WAG instructor is required. No advance registration; payment is collected each week at the WAG Studio reception. Bring your own supplies.

Use of clay is limited to one box per student, which is provided at the first class.

10 WEEK CLASS

THE NEXT LEVEL The following course requires Drawing Basics or equivalent experience as a pre-requisite.

FIGURE IN ART Using a variety of drawing materials, you’ll work from a model and learn about proportion, foreshortening, and other fundamental techniques for drawing the human form.

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ADULT ART CLASSES Each course consists of 25 hours of class time.

All levels of skill are welcome.

TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS • 7-9:30PM These evening summer classes provide all the pleasures of our usual 10-week adult classes, condensed into 5 weeks.

NEW! 5 WEEK EVENING CLASS

INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOUR Gain an overview of the basic techniques of watercolour painting, the use and care of paints and brushes, the elements and principals of design, and colour theory.

POTTERY Discover hand building, which includes slab building, slump molded forms, and throwing on the potter’s wheel. From basic thrown or hand-built forms, you’ll produce mugs, bowls, and platters. You’ll also learn glazing and decorating techniques to finish your work and develop your own ideas related to functional and non-functional forms.

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WEEK-LONG WORKSHOPS MONDAY-FRIDAY • 10AM-4PM Engage in creative activities for a full week in a stimulating art environment. Students make their own lunch arrangements during the one-hour break.

5 DAYS

AUG 19-23 • DRAWING BASICS For students with little or no drawing experience, this introduction to the fundamental techniques and concepts of drawing will sharpen observational skills and build confidence. Enhance your ability to depict aspects of nature and explore the use of colour with oil pastels, chalk pastels, art sticks, and other materials. Work with a variety of subjects, including still life studies and the human form.

Class will include time drawing in-studio and outdoors.

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AUG 26-30 • EN PLEIN AIR Summer is a great time to take in the fresh air and sunshine and get outdoors to draw and paint! Observe how light affects colour and learn colour theory, composition, drawing, and painting techniques. This is a great opportunity for artists interested in working with landscapes. Students will meet in the studio on the first day and go to other locations during the course of the week.

ENJOY MONTHLY CRAFT EVENTS WITH LOCAL MAKERS AND ARTISTS AGES 14+ | Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All supplies and tools are provided. Register at wag.ca/diy

CLAYMAKER: NECKLACES WITH CRYSTAL NYKOLUK SUNDAY, APR 7 11AM-1PM Ceramic artist Crystal Nykoluk will guide you through the creation of two styles of necklaces out of clay. Once you’ve perfected your shapes (cylinder and slab), you’ll use glaze techniques to adorn your clay to produce a unique piece of wearable art. We’ll fire and attach a stainless steel chain or leather cord to both necklaces you create, and they’ll be available for pick up two weeks after the class. $70 | Ticket $65 | WAG Member or

2+ Tickets

BEADED PLANT HANGER WITH JENNI ROBINS OF KATE + NORAH CO.

WOVEN WALL HANGINGS WITH CHANTAL ALARY OF LE PETIT POINT

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15

WEDNESDAY, JUN 5 6:30-9:30PM Using a lap loom frame, you’ll hand-weave your own wall hanging with Chantal Alary. Learn how to warp your loom and weave with various textures of wool and roving using several techniques. The end result is a beautiful woven piece of art to hang in your home that plays with geometry, colour, and texture. Includes all weaving material and a lap loom frame.

7-9PM Join Jenni Robins, owner and creator of Kate + Norah Co., to learn to make one of her popular beaded hangers. You’ll come away from this workshop with a completed plant hanger, the skills to make more for your own urban jungle, knowledge of ideal plants for your creation, as well as plant care tips. $65 | Ticket $60 | WAG Member or

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$100 | Ticket $95 | WAG Member or

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ENJOY MONTHLY CRAFT EVENTS WITH LOCAL MAKERS AND ARTISTS AGES 14+ | Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All supplies and tools are provided. Register at wag.ca/diy

STAMPED JEWELRY WITH LEA GRANT OF GREEN LIGHT COLLECTION

FLORAL SELF-CARE WITH MILENA LYE OF JUST THE GOODS

THURSDAY, JULY 18

7-9PM After a lesson on the many benefits and uses of flowers in self-care, Milena Lye of Just the Goods will guide you through creating your very own blend of certified organic herbs customized to your needs. You’ll leave the class with two 8oz jars of blended botanicals that can be adapted for use as a drinking tea, facial steam, face mask, bath salt, or hair care.

7-9:30PM Personalize your jewelry by making it yourself!

You’ll have the opportunity to make two pieces of jewelry (necklaces and/ or bracelets) out of your choice of sterling silver or 14kt gold material. These pieces will feature a bar that you’ll customize by stamping on a word or phrase of meaning to you. $95 | Ticket $90 | WAG Member or

2+ Tickets

THURSDAY, JULY 25

$50 | Ticket $45 | WAG Member or

2+ Tickets

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MERMAID DOLLS WITH CHARLOTTE SIGURDSON OF CHARLOTTE’S DOLLHOUSE THURSDAY, AUG 8 7-9:30PM Make your own mermaid with textile artist Charlotte Sigurdson from Charlotte’s Dollhouse! You’ll learn how to assemble and customize an 18” mermaid doll using some basic sewing skills and your beautiful imagination. A wide variety of materials will be provided so you’ll be able to create a mermaid that is truly unique to you. These dolls make lovely display items or gifts for little ones. $80 | Ticket $75 | WAG Member or

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PaintParty AGES 18+ • CASH BAR, MUSIC, PAINTING, AND FUN! NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. For details, see: wag.ca/diy

POLYMER CLAY EARRINGS WITH ELYSIA OF CLAY & CLOVER THURSDAY, AUG 15 6:30-9:30PM Elysia of Clay & Clover will show you the tips and tricks to create and assemble a pair of contemporary earrings out of polymer clay. You’ll experiment with shapes, colours, and patterns that reflect your own style and taste, and leave with a pair of gorgeous statement earrings. $55 | Ticket $50 | WAG Member or

2+ Tickets

SIMPLE SUCCULENTS

FLORAL LETTERS

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29

THURSDAY, AUG 1 7-9:30PM During this Paint Party, you’ll learn to create your own acrylic monogram masterpiece adorned with floral elements. This is a perfect gift for a newlywed, a nursery, or any home décor enthusiast! Please specify the letter you would like to paint when registering.

7-9:30PM Bring some greenery into your home without having to worry about plant care.

At this Paint Party, you’ll create a minimalist painting featuring a succulent and a simplified geometric pot. You choose the pot design and plant, and our instructor will teach you to paint clean lines, and layer acrylic paint to create the perfect-looking plant. $45 | Ticket $40 | WAG Member or

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$45 | Ticket $40 | WAG Member or

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SPRING CHILD AND TEEN ART CLASSES CHILD/TEEN CLASS LEVELS: 1 = AGES 5-6 • 2 = AGES 7-9 3 = AGES 10-14 • 4 = AGES 15-17 Child and teen classes are structured to accommodate the abilities of different age levels. These fun-filled classes develop skills in various media, sparking creativity and imagination. Artist instructors are paired with classes based on experience and area of specialization. All supplies are included. We offer evening and weekend classes. See class schedule for details.

10 WEEK CLASSES

DRAWING AND PAINTING 1, 2, AND 3 AGES 5-6, 7-9, 10-14 This course provides an introduction to basic techniques and fundamental concepts that artists use to create successful drawings and paintings. Students will build observational skills, exercise their imaginations, and visit WAG exhibitions.

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CLAYWORKS 2 AND 3 AGES 7-9, 10-14 Students will work on a series of functional and sculptural projects using different techniques to develop clay hand-building skills. Clay and related firing costs are included in the class fee.

MIXED MEDIA 1, 2 AND 3 AGES 5-6, 7-9, 10-14 Students will try out a variety of media that may include drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, or printmaking.

Encouraging creativity, projects can be layered, mixed, and occasionally take more than one class to complete.

10 WEEK CLASSES

GRAPHIC NOVEL STUDIO 3 AGES 10-14 Love reading comics and drawing? This graphic novel class allows students to explore the art of storytelling through their drawings.

Students will develop their unique skills in sketching, storyboarding, and creating characters and the worlds they live in, then put their ideas on paper. Students will produce their own graphic novel or zine for personal or portfolio use.

TEEN ART 4 AGES 15-17 This multidisciplinary course covers drawing, painting, and hand building with clay. Students will have the opportunity to work on guided projects assigned by the instructor, as well as the flexibility to express themselves in the media of their choosing, while honing their skills.

PLEASE NOTE: If your child needs supports or a support worker, you are responsible for providing such assistance.

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WEEK-LONG WORKSHOPS MONDAY-FRIDAY • 12-4PM

5 DAYS

AUG 19-23 • AGES 15-17 CLAYWORKS 4 AUG 26-30 • AGES 10-14 CLAYWORKS 3 Students will work on a series of functional and sculptural projects using a variety of techniques to develop clay hand-building skills. Students will incorporate their clay pieces into mixed-media sculptural projects.* *Fired work will be available after class ends. You’ll be notified by email when it’s ready for pick up.

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AUG 19-23 • AGES 10-14 SUMMER STUDIO 3 AUG 26-30 • AGES 15-17 SUMMER STUDIO 4 Immerse yourself in creative activities for a full week and use a variety of drawing and painting media, and work on a 3D project. The week-long format will allow for projects to develop over more than one class.

ARTCamps July 8-Aug 16 Week-long sessions for children ages 6-8 and 9-12

Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm • Early drop-off from 8:30am and pick-up until 5pm Campers will visit WAG exhibitions, create art, go on exciting field trips, and stage their own mini-exhibition at the end of the week.

Friday is pizza day! Choose from four exciting themes: NATURAL CREATIONS Week 1, JULY 8-12 • AGES: 6-8 Week 2, JULY 15-19 • AGES: 9-12 • Take in the wonders of the natural world with outdoor treasure hunting and gathering. Explore the galleries to see how artists use nature in their artwork, then create your own natural masterpiece.

VISIONS OF THE WORLD Week 3, JULY 22-26 • AGES: 6-8 • Week 4, JULY 29-AUG 2 • AGES: 9-12 • Travel the world through art—from India to Europe and beyond!

Then create your own collection of art that highlights your favorite places in the world.

THE ART OF CODE Week 5, AUG 6-9 • AGES: 6-8 Design your own sculptural and functional moving robot in this tech-based camp that melds art and coding, offered in partnership with Canada Can Code.

THE ART OF GAMING Week 6, AUG 12-16 • AGES: 9-12 • Build your own unique video game and movable characters in this tech-based camp that combines art and gaming, offered in partnership with Canada CanCode.

REGISTER

NOW! $225/week $200/week for WAG members

Short week Aug 6-9: $200 /week $180/week for WAG members

For programming questions, please contact: Aline Halischak, Bilingual Educator, 204.789.1762, programmes-scolaires@wag.ca For registration inquiries, please contact: Annick Svistovski, Studio Programs Assistant 204.789.1766 studioprograms-assistant@wag.ca WAG STUDIO 15

ADULT ART CLASSES SPRING CLASS REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 5, 2019 SIGN UP BY MARCH 21 TO SAVE • PRICES IN EFFECT MARCH 5-21 AFTER MARCH 21, ADD $10 PER COURSE. REGISTRATION CLOSES APRIL 1.

COURSE # | COURSE NAME

NON-MEMBER MEMBER FEE

INSTRUCTOR

TIME (7-9:30PM) | DATE

S9A-DB-T1 | Drawing Basics

Jen Moyes

Tues, Apr 9-Jun 11

$215 $190

S9A-FA-M2 | Figure in Art

Vitaliy Yatsevych

Mon, Apr 8-Jun 24

$225 $200

Michel Saint Hilaire

Thurs, Apr 11-Jun 13

$215 $190

S9A-OB-M1 | Pottery

Charlene Brown

Mon, Apr 8-Jun 24

$275 $250

S9A-OB-T1 | Pottery

Colleen Chamberlin

Tues, Apr 9-Jun 11

$275 $250

S9A-OB-W1 | Pottery

PJ Anderson

Wed, Apr 10-Jun 12

$275 $250

S9A-OB-H1 | Pottery

Loricia Matheson

Thurs, Apr 11-Jun 13

$275 $250

Helga Jakobson

Wed, Apr 10-Jun 12

$215 $190

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PA IN T IN G S9A-AP-H1 | Acrylic Painting POT T E RY

M IX E D M E DI A S9A-MM-W1 | Mixed Media

HOW TO REGISTER: ONLINE AT wag.ca/studio

IN PERSON AT WAG STUDIO CALL 204.789.1766 TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

BECOME A WAG MEMBER & SAVE! Membership offers a wide variety of benefits, including discounts on WAG Studio registration and at ShopWAG, plus free admission to the Gallery for an entire year*, and more. Details at wag.ca/membership. *Some exhibitions may be surcharged.

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CHILD AND TEEN ART CLASSES SPRING CLASS REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 5, 2019 SIGN UP BY MARCH 21 TO SAVE • PRICES IN EFFECT MARCH 5-21 AFTER MARCH 21, ADD $10 PER COURSE. REGISTRATION CLOSES APRIL 1.

COURSE # | COURSE NAME

NON-MEMBER MEMBER FEE

INSTRUCTOR

TIME

DATE

S9C-D1-S1 | Drawing & Painting 1

Marianne Jonasson

Sat, 12-1pm

Apr 6-Jun 22

$125 $110

S9C-M1-S1 | Mixed Media 1

Chrystal Gray

Sat, 3-4pm

Apr 6-Jun 22

$125 $110

S9C-D2-S1 | Drawing & Painting 2

Chrystal Gray

Sat, 12:30-2pm

Apr 6-Jun 22

$165 $140

S9C-M2-S1 | Mixed Media 2

Marianne Jonasson

Sat, 2-3:30pm

Apr 6-Jun 22

$165 $140

S9C-C2-S1 | Clayworks 2

Charlene Brown

Sat, 2:30-4pm

Apr 6-Jun 22

$165 $140

S9C-C2-U1 | Clayworks 2

PJ Anderson

Sun, 2:30-4pm

Apr 7-Jun 23

$165 $140

S9C-D3-T1 | Drawing and Painting 3

Ted Barker

Tues, 7-8:30pm

Apr 9-Jun 11

$165 $140

S9C-M3-W1 | Mixed Media 3

Marianne Jonasson

Wed, 7-8:30pm

Apr 10-Jun 12

$165 $140

S9C-C3-S1 | Clayworks 3

Charlene Brown

Sat, 12-1:30pm

Apr 6-Jun 22

$165 $140

S9C-C3-U1 | Clayworks 3

PJ Anderson

Sun, 12-1:30pm

Apr 7-Jun 23

$165 $140

S9C-G3-M1 | Graphic Novel Studio 3

Helga Jakobson

Mon, 7-9pm

Apr 8-Jun 24

$180 $155

Nicole Shimonek

Thurs, 7-9pm

Apr 11-Jun 13

$180 $155

AGES 5 - 6

AGES 7-9

AGES 10 -14

AGES 15 -17 S9C-M4-H1 | Teen Art

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COURSE # | COURSE NAME

INSTRUCTOR

TIME

DATE

NON-MEMBER MEMBER FEE

5- WE E K EV EN I N G C L A SS ES • A DU LT S9C-D1-S1 | Pottery

Colleen Chamberlin

Tues & Thurs 7-9:30pm

July 16-Aug 15

$275 $250

U9A-WC-T1 | Introduction to Watercolour

Jen Moyes

Tues & Thurs 7-9:30pm

July 16-Aug 15

$215 $190

AD U LT WEEK- LON G ST U DI O WORKS H OPS • A DU LT U9A-DB-U1 | Drawing Basics

Jen Moyes

Mon-Fri 10am-4pm

Aug 19-23

$215 $190

U9A-PA-U1 | En Plein Air

Jen Moyes

Mon-Fri 10am-4pm

Aug 26-30

$215 $190

COURSE # | COURSE NAME

INSTRUCTOR

TIME

DATE

U9C-NC-C1 | Natural Creations

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

July 8-12

$225 $200

U9C-VW-C1 | Visions of the World

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

July 22-26

$225 $200

U9C-AG-C1 | The Art of Code

Tues-Fri 9am-4pm

Aug 6-9 4 day week

$200 $180

U9C-NC-C2 | Natural Creations

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

July 15-19

$225 $200

U9C-VW-C2 | Visions of the World

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

July 29-Aug 2

$225 $200

U9C-AG-C2 | The Art of Gaming

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

Aug 12-16

$225 $200

NON-MEMBER MEMBER FEE

S U M M E R A RT C A M P • AG ES 6 -8

S U M M E R A RT C A M P • AG ES 9-1 2

WE E K- LO N G ST U DI O • AG ES 1 0-1 4 U9C-S3-U1 | Summer Studio 3

Lyndsay Ladobruk

Mon-Fri 12-4pm

Aug 19-23

$180 $155

U9C-C3-U1 | Clayworks 3

PJ Anderson

Mon-Fri 12-4pm

Aug 26-30

$180 $155

WE E K- LO N G ST U DI O • AG ES 1 5-1 7 U9C-S3-U1 | Summer Studio 4

Lyndsay Ladobruk

Mon-Fri 12-4pm

Aug 19-23

$180 $155

U9C-C3-U1 | Clayworks 4

PJ Anderson

Mon-Fri 12-4pm

Aug 26-30

$180 $155

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REGISTRATION & REFUND POLICIES PAYMENT »»Credit card numbers are required for telephone registrations. »»Receipts may be emailed upon request. »»Cheques made payable to the Winnipeg Art Gallery.

N.S.F. cheque charge is $15. Post-dated cheques are not accepted. »»All fees are due at the time of registration.

REFUNDS »»Classes or instructors may be subject to change without notice. »»In the event of cancellation due to low registration, a full refund will be issued. »»Refunds will only be issued if notification of withdrawal is received five (5) working days before the first day of the class or workshop. »»Refunds will not be issued after classes commence except for medical reasons (doctor’s note required). »»The $12 registration fee is non-refundable.

PLEASE NOTE »»Help us ensure WAG Studio remains a peanut and nut-free space. This is for the safety of students and staff with peanut and/or nut allergies. »»The registration fee covers administration costs. Pay only one registration fee when registering for two or more classes, or two or more people per session. . »»We do not send course confirmations or reminders. Register early and attend the first class as scheduled. Many classes fill up quickly. Please ensure to include a contact phone number and email on your registration form. »»WAG Studio provides art supplies for the first adult class and for all child and teen classes. A list of materials required for adult programs is emailed or provided at the first class. »»From time to time, we photograph classroom activities and students’ work for educational and promotional purposes. You may opt out by notifying the front desk. »»Personal data will not be shared, traded, or sold to any third parties. The WAG reserves the right to use this information for our own statistical, mailing, and membership purposes. You may opt out at any time. »»All artwork left behind when classes end becomes the property of WAG Studio.

Work students wish to keep must be retrieved within two weeks of the close of each session (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall). We are not responsible for any artwork unclaimed by the deadline. »»Invitations and updates are sent by email.

In 2019, WAG Studio will be closed April 19-22 (Easter Weekend), May 18-20 (Victoria Day), July 1 (Canada Day), and August 5 (Terry Fox Day).

Classes will continue the following weeks.

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