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Past WorkshopsNovember 5th, 6th & 7th, 2010
Whether participants were new or experienced in acrylic painting, this course had something for everyone.
Norma provided a step-by-step approach with the goal of completing an image of one’s choice. Activities included: painting on a large canvas; basic colour theory and mixing; value study; an overview of acrylic mediums. Three full days of practical information and creative fun to "loosen things up," Norma worked with each individual to express and develop their individual talents.
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October 22nd, 23rd & 24th, 2010
This workshop assisted artists in using watercolour media to create dynamic, strong images onto the paper quickly and effectively by: making the most of watercolour's spontaneous qualities, identifying unexpected subject matter, simplifying the visual environment, considering unique compositional options.
In a vigorous atmosphere of demos and hands-on, participants created quick, loose sketches (en plein air if possible), in watercolour while planning for further development in the studio. Dianne demonstrated how to see more clearly and identify the elements that can be used to build strong watercolour images. From studies, and with Dianne’s guidance, participants created a series of smaller works to exploring composition, impact, energy flow and colour options. Each day concluded with a gallery and discussion of working progress.
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September 24th, 25th & 26th, 2010
This workshop inspired photographers to become more aware. Whether their interest lay in photographing people, landscape or the abstract, in documentary or contemporary art photography, participants were encouraged to release their minds to the potential for exploration and experimentation and to uncover their personal vision for photography.
During this workshop, participants explored beautiful Gabriola Island through daily photo assignments that encouraged participants to expand their ability to see and respond to their world. The workshop encompassed experiencing music, poetry and examining what it really means to see.
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June 13th - 17th, 2010Dominik Modlinski - Oil Painting Technique
This workshop was for painters who wished to expand their knowledge of oil painting techniques while enhancing their perception and creative visualization. Dominik introduced colour exercises based on three primary colours and white to introduce students to colour mixing and achieving unlimited colour harmonies. He also expanded on several colour contrast principals, which are the basis for successful painting. He inspired creativity with his travel stories and slide presentations and dedicated time to demonstrating approaches to sketching and painting outside, where the aim is to capture the essence of the subject matter. Throughout the four days participants were encouraged to create a simultaneous dialogue between artistic creativity and environmental awakening.
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May 13th, 14th & 15th, 2010
In this three-day workshop, Gaye led students through the exciting yet sometimes overwhelming task of approaching painting the landscape from life. The workshop covered everything from consideration of design to the nuts and bolts of outdoor painting gear and how to create a set up that will works. Gaye worked in oils and soft pastel, but the workshop was not medium specific.
The approach covered in the workshop was representational i.e., rendering tones, colors, and atmosphere as they appear in nature, and capturing the fleeting effects of light in the shortest time possible. Gaye led participants in the process of working from life as a way to increase their painting skills. |
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April 29th, 30th & May 1st, 2010
This three-day acrylic workshop was brought back by popular demand and was designed to help participants get past the "I hate this painting" stage (which usually kicks in after about a day of work, when we might be tempted to start over or stack the painting in a closet).
Participants learned how to bring the canvas through several layers, working with colour, composition, and surface, to completion. |
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March 19th, 20th & 21st, 2010Nicholas Pearce - Collaboration WorkshopThis workshop was a collaboration between Nicholas Pearce and his students. Each student painted their own image using the techniques of gridding, large brush and canvas and limited palette that Nicholas Pearce teaches. This was an ideal supplementary workshop for those who had already experienced a class with Nicholas. It was also a great introduction to his teachings for those who hadn't yet had the privilege.
Participants worked on canvases around the 30"x40" size, and painted with a single, 1/2 inch sash brush using just four acrylic paint colours, plus white. It was a challenging, entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable workshop for painters of all skill levels.
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March 11th, 12th & 13th, 2010
In this course students worked with the instructor to articulate their own vision and particular challenges. Suzanne’s intention was to meet each individual exactly where they were and to support them in the production of work in the classroom that expanded their practice in a personal way.
The format focused heavily on individual instruction and included lecture and discussion components and some demonstration of particular techniques. Subjects addressed included awareness of surface quality, mixing media, mark making, composition, subject matter and some discussion around colour. Students were expected to provide their own subject material in the form of sketches, photos, physical items or ideas. Students were encouraged to take chances and reap the rewards. The creative fires were stoked and participants, inspired the beautiful environment, explored letting the boundaries between work and play become porous. |
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March 1st - 7th, 2010Open Studio for Painters - Bring Colour to your LifeThis open concept, "freestyle" workshop invited participants to either come for a day or to come every day for a week. Participants were asked to bring a palette, paint (odourless) and a lunch. Coffee, tea & snacks were served. Space was limited to 9 participants. |
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February 17th - 21st, 2010Nicholas Pearce - Through Artists’ Eyes - Seeing Your Body as a Work of ArtDesigned for women who wanted to know more about themselves, this self-discovery and workshop experience delved into exploring the beauty the participants' own body through modeling and painting. No previous art experience was required. The core program was provided by Nicholas Pearce, a gifted art teacher who has been painting the beauty of woman for over 25 years.
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February 5th, 6th & 7th, 2010
Participants in this workshop were guided through the complexities of layering and adding a variety of media, such as various collage papers, metallic paint, and an assortment of odds and ends that might be found around the home.
Texturing with acrylic gels, as well as discussion and demos about other methods of texturing was also included in this technique-oriented course. There was also discussion about how to incorporate textures into paintings.
Teressa provided plenty of one-on-one guidance while encouraging personal development, whether it involved realism or adding abstract elements to paintings. |
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November 13th & 14th, 2009
This amazing hands-on experience was designed to enhance participants understanding of local foods from the forest, farm and sea to create a memorable Yuletide Feast.
By the end of the evening, participants had created sumptuous holiday fare using the fruits, nuts, wild mushrooms, vegetables, seafood and free-range meats that abound on and around Gabriola to produce:
Christmas Paella, Blood Orange Salad, Crispy Phyllo-Wrapped Asparagus with Smoked Sea Salt, Savoury Apple Bread Pudding with Brandy Caramel Sauce and Custard Flan served with Biscottis and Berries.
Also with CHEF DOUBLE DAVE...
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November 6th, 7th & 8th, 2009
This three day acrylic workshop was designed to help participants get past the "I hate this painting" stage (which usually kicks in after about a day of work, when we might be tempted to start over or stack the painting in a closet).
Participants learned how to bring the canvas through several layers, working with colour, compostion, and surface, to completion. Students brought their own image as a starting point for the painting or worked from ideas provided by workshop material. The aim was to stray from strict realism into the semi-abstract or abstract. |
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October 23rd, 24th & 25th, 2009
This two day intensive painting workshop was for artists at all levels and gave participants a taste of the techniques that Nicholas has developed over his 26-year painting career.
Participants were guided from drawing the image onto a black canvas using the ancient technique of squaring, to painting with a limited palette and using just one brush to create a myriad of acrylic effects, to washes of colour that painted the atmosphere.
This class was about passion both for the figure and for how acrylic paint can capture that beauty.
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October 16th, 17th & 18th, 2009
Award winning artist, Morag Orr-Stevens explored different techniques and themes that combined a variety of textures and mediums.
Morag demonstrated the formatting and building of a collage, with emphasis on visual movement, focus, value and the introduction of objects to create one of a kind pieces of art.
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August 10th & August 11th, 2009
This two-day intensive painting workshop for artists at all levels was designed to give participants a taste of the techniques that Nicholas has developed over his 26-year painting career. Participants were guided through drawing the image onto a black canvas using the ancient technique of squaring, to painting with a limited palette and using just one brush to create the myriad acrylic effects, to washes of colour that paint the atmosphere. This class was about passion both for the figure and for how acrylic paint can capture that beauty.
Nicholas is represented in galleries in B.C., Alberta and Ontario. He is a member of the select group of British Columbia artists who have been chosen to take part in Painters at Painter’s Lodge each May in Campbell River. |
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April 26th & 27th, 2009
Don's workshop explored the wonderful possibilities available to all of us through composition. He engaged the group through the works of masters, as well as his own work, and provided exercises dedicated to discovering visual poetry.
"The possibilities are endless when we develop a painting poetically. When we understand that there are no mistakes in art, we truly begin to create harmony."
-Don Farrell |
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March 20th - 22nd, 2009
Award winning artist, Morag Orr-Stevens explored different techniques and themes that combined a variety of textures and mediums. Morag demonstrated formatting and building a collage, with an emphasis on visual movement, focus and value, and the introduction of objects and stained paper to create one of a kind art pieces. |
February 21st - 22nd, 2009
This was a workshop for beginner and intermediate painters who wished to expand their knowledge of acrylic painting techniques while enhancing their perception and creative visualization. Dominik Modlinski introduced colour exercises based on three primary colours and white to introduce students to colour mixing and achieving unlimited colour harmonies. He also dedicated time to demonstrating approaches to sketching and painting.
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November 8th - 11th, 2008
In time for the holiday season acrylic artist Dianne Bersea taught us to paint small format images no larger than 5x7 inches - a perfect size for greeting cards and gifts. With her trademark humour and supportive style Dianne demonstrated various techniques and subjects that were practiced and completed in the workshop.
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October 18th - 19th, 2008
In our two-day workshop, we worked with this amazing material to construct a unique pair of earrings and a necklace designed entirely by each of us.
Linda talked about design, colour and composition while teaching wire-wrapping techniques and use of precious stones to enhance the finished creation. Perhaps the most important thing is that we had fun and enjoyed the process:
"There are no mistakes, only pleasant surprises." -Linda Rajotte |
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September 12th - 14th, 2008
Another great workshop with Andrzej Kielbowicz.
Participants learnt how to effectively use rules of composition and proper lighting to capture successful pictures as well as mastering the most important Photoshop enhancement techniques required for final postproduction of digital images.
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