NHFS: Pen and Ink for Beginners
Discover the timeless beauty of pen and ink drawing in this relaxing and inspiring workshop.
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Drawing
Class Dates
Saturday Jan 24, 2026 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Overview
Discover the timeless beauty of pen and ink drawing in this relaxing and inspiring workshop. Whether you're new to drawing or looking to explore a new medium, this class will guide you step-by-step through the expressive world of black and white illustration. Over the course of this workshop, you'll learn essential techniques such as line work, hatching, cross-hatching, stippling, and shading. You'll explore how to create texture, depth, and contrast using just pen and paper - all at a comfortable pace in a supportive, social environment.
By the end of this course, you will have completed a final piece of artwork to proudly take home - perfect for framing, gifting, or simply celebrating your creative achievement.
Prerequisite: N/A
Materials: all materials 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.
Instructor - Paul Eppler
Paul Eppler is a true Niagara native, calling Niagara-on-the-Lake home most of his life. He credits his love for the art, theater and music from his primary and secondary education in Niagara District.