NHFS Light and Leisure: An Introduction to Painting

Join artist Darren Cranford for a relaxed and inspiring introduction to painting, designed especially for beginners and seniors who've always wanted to explore their creative side.

Overview

Instructor Darren will guide you step-by-step through simple techniques for mixing colour, capturing light, and bringing your own subject to life on canvas. Each session will focus on enjoying the process—not perfection—while discovering the joy and calm that painting can bring.

Come share a friendly atmosphere, a few laughs, and the satisfaction of creating something beautiful with your own hands.

Gain confidence in using acrylic paints — including basic colour mixing, brush handling, and simple layering techniques. Complete at least one finished painting each session, learning to plan, develop, and refine a composition from start to finish. Experience the joy and relaxation of painting in a supportive, social setting that encourages creativity, self-expression, and connection.

Prerequisite: N/A
Materials: all materials are provided.
There is no charge to register for this program, however we welcome and appreciate all donations.
Please note that these no charge introductory level classes are intended as an opportunity for participants to experience only once.
Should you no longer be available to participate, please notify us as soon as possible so that a spot can be offered to someone on the waitlist.
We thank the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program funding for making our THRIVE programs no charge for participants aged 50 and older.
Please note, this is an in-studio program.
Please contact programs@niagarapumphouse.ca for any questions.