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| Adult Classes | AF1 - Tuesday Open Studio - All Levels Sep 19 - Nov 21, 2017 Tuesdays 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM In this self-directed Open Studio instructor Susan Wintrop gives one-on-one directions, exercises in perception, composition and visual communication to take your work to the next level. AF3 - Painting for Beginners & Absolute Beginners - Beginners Sep 19 - Nov 21, 2017 Tuesdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM This course serves as an introduction to painting for those who are interested in exploring water-based painting media (acrylic & watercolour)... AF4 - Drawing for Beginners - Beginners Sep 20 - Nov 22, 2017 Wednesdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Create works in different drawing media with a strong emphasis on technique and composition from strong observational drawings. Learn the vocabulary and techniques... AF6 - Landscapes in Oil - Intermediate Sep 21 - Nov 23, 2017 Thursdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Learn how to capture water with brush strokes or a palette knife, and to paint shadows, reflections, and sun on water to create depth in landscape and convey mood with colour... AF7 - Watercolours - All Levels Sep 22 - Nov 24, 2017 Fridays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Improve your skills in this exciting and challenging medium. You will work on a number of subjects including a still life painting. Learn to use numerous techniques... NO CLASS October 27, 2017 AF8 - Artists' Studio - Intermediate-Advanced Sep 24 - Oct 22, 2017 Sundays 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM In this course artists meet to work on artworks in any medium. Bring your works in progress or ideas for a new composition... NO CLASS October 8, 2017 AF10 - Painting Fast & Fearless - Beginner+ Sep 25 - Nov 20, 2017 Mondays 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Learn to use your favourite colours, brushes and other tools to create larger abstract artworks with greater confidence with the help of instructor demos... |
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| Adult Drop-In | DF1 - Members' Drawing & Painting Studio - All Levels Sep 19 - Nov 21, 2017 Tuesdays 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Members are invited to draw or paint in our informal, drop-in studio. Bring your own materials and works in progress... |
| Family Drop-In | DF2 - Family Friendly Drop-In Art Studio - All ages with parental supervision Sep 24 - Nov 26, 2017 Sundays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Drop in to our Family Friendly Art Studio, on select Sundays to make your own artwork. This is a great opportunity for the whole family to explore art and get creative! |
Upcoming
| Adult Classes | AF11 - Introduction to Pottery Techniques - Afternoon - Beginner Sep 28 - Nov 16, 2017 Thursdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Learn to use the pottery wheel and try various hand-building techniques to create 5 unique pieces in this introductory course... AF12 - Introduction to Pottery Techniques - Evening - Beginner Sep 28 - Nov 16, 2017 Thursdays 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Learn to use the pottery wheel and try various hand-building techniques to create 5 unique pieces in this introductory course... AF14 - Painting from Photographs - All Levels Oct 25 - Nov 22, 2017 Wednesdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM In this course, instructor Win Henstock will teach you how to make paintings of your photographs pop in her loose impressionistic style through the use of a limited palette... AF15 - Knitting for Beginners - Beginner Nov 3 - Nov 24, 2017 Fridays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Knitting is a wonderful past time enjoyed by generations. Learn basic stitches to create a scarf, hat or baby blanket for yourself or as a gift! AF9 - November Artists' Studio - Intermediate-Advanced Nov 5 - Nov 26, 2017 Sundays 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM In this course artists meet to work on artworks in any medium. Bring your works in progress or ideas for a new composition... |
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| Adult Drop-In | AD1 - Bone to Body Figure Drawing - All Levels Bone to Body Figure Drawing has been cancelled by mutual consent of the interested parties. The Pumphouse is reviewing the life drawing options and will bring a program forward once a new format has been established. |
| Adult Workshops | WF3 - Fused Glass Ornaments - All Levels Sat Oct 7, 2017 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Create your own fused-glass pieces under the guidance of professional artist Joe Speck in this half-day workshop. Learn about the glass fusing process including how to cut, arrange and glue glass pieces in preparation for firing... WF4 - Introduction to Weaving - Beginner Oct 13 - Oct 20, 2017 Fridays 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM From wall hanging tapestries to beautiful woven rugs, weaving is where it is at. Weaving is a relaxing way to unwind from your day. In this workshop, you will produce a finished wall hanging using natural materials and weaving techniques... WF5a - Oh Canada! Contemporary Canadian Art History: Lecture #1 - All Levels Mon Oct 16, 2017 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM This lecture series will explore the changes in Canadian visual art after the Group of Seven as Canadian artists begin to explore identity and place in the world... WF6 - Loose and Lively Brushwork - All Levels Oct 21 - Oct 22, 2017 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM Looking to be a looser more painterly painter? Well, this workshop is for you! Instructor Julie Ponesse will demonstrate her process for creating energy, movement, and freshness in her paintings... WF5b - Oh Canada! Contemporary Canadian Art History: Lecture #2 - All Levels Mon Oct 23, 2017 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM This lecture series will explore the changes in Canadian visual art after the Group of Seven as Canadian artists begin to explore identity and place in the world... WF7 - Introduction to Stained Glass - Beginner Sat Oct 28, 2017 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM In this one day workshop you will create a finished stained glass ornament... WF5c - Oh Canada! Contemporary Canadian Art History: Lecture #3 - All Levels Mon Oct 30, 2017 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM This lecture series will explore the changes in Canadian visual art after the Group of Seven as Canadian artists begin to explore identity and place in the world... WF11 - Loose and Lively Brushwork November - All Levels Nov 4 - Nov 5, 2017 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM Looking to be a looser more painterly painter? Well, this workshop is for you! Instructor Julie Ponesse will demonstrate her process for creating energy, movement, and freshness in her paintings... WF8 - Introduction to Cold Wax & Oil - Beginner+ Nov 11 - Nov 12, 2017 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM Using cold wax medium and odourless oil paint colours you'll explore methods of building up abstract layers. New ways to create colour, pattern and texture using a variety of tools and techniques... WF9 - Holiday Urn Planter - All Levels Wed Nov 15, 2017 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Create your own outdoor holiday planter in this workshop led by the creative design team from Van Noort Florists. WF10 - Paverpol Garden Angel Sculpture - All Levels Nov 18 (9:30 AM - 3:30 PM), Nov 19 (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM) 2017 Join certified Paverpol instructor Tamara Plugers to create a beautiful sculpture for your garden that can be enjoyed in any season for many years... |
| Children & Youth Classes | YF3 - After-School Art Studio - Ages 12-17 Oct 18 - Nov 22, 2017 Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Students will be introduced to a variety of artistic styles and techniques by exploring art historical periods by examining artists. Projects will focus on developing strong drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpting skills that will be applied to finished artworks. The session will conclude with a mini-exhibition of student's work. YF1 - Morning Mini-Masters - Ages 5 - 8 Oct 21 - Nov 25, 2017 Saturdays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Get creative and messy while learning how to paint, sculpt, draw and more! Our Saturday morning art classes encourage experimentation with a variety of art supplies and tools... YF2 - Afternoon Art Adventures - Ages 9-12 Oct 21 - Nov 25, 2017 Saturdays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Our afternoon art classes review some of the basic art-making skills and then builds upon those to focus on developing drawing, painting and sculpting techniques. Lessons will work on composition and the principles and elements of design... |