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Adult Art Workshops

Calgary Art Workshops for Adults & Seniors. Stay in touch!

Adults & Seniors
Beginners & Advanced
All mediums

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Friday Night Art Demonstration! With Doug Swinton

Paintbrush splashing paint with a landscape in the middle.

Boats in the winter!? Yes... boats in the winter. Instead of a winter scene let's escape the snow for an evening to observe and watch Doug Swinton paint. Meat, cheese and crackers along with some drinks are included for everyone. Seating all around, nice light music and bring a notepad because I know Doug has some great tips for you!

Medium: Oil Painting
Oil Painting Demonstration

Event Date:
Friday, December 13, 2024
6:00 - 8:00 pm

Price: $29.95

Everything About Brushes | FREE Lecture!

The words "Everything about brushes" with an art instructor in the middle.

Select the perfect paintbrush for your artwork! Learn more about the brush selection process and what brush should be used with what medium. There are many tips on when to use natural hair brushes or synthetic brushes. It's also not only either or... There are many types and styles of natural and synthetic brushes. Save money and up your art game by knowing what to buy and when to use certain brushes.

Medium: Lecture on Brushes
Beginners - Advanced Welcome

Event Date:
Sunday, December 15, 2024
11:00 - 12:30 pm

Price: FREE

Painting Fast And Furious | With Doug Swinton

Casa Buena Retreat

Whether you paint with laser focus high realism or you are an off-the-wall abstract artist these courses will give the building blocks and principles that relate to all forms of painting no matter what medium you paint in. 

While you're busy creating art, your friendly hosts at Casa Buena will be working hard, ensuring that your stay is a memorable one. Outstanding food, accommodations, and field trips will satisfy your desires for both comfort and adventure.

Medium: Primarily Oil or Acrylic
Intermediate - Advanced Welcome

Event Date:
January 8 - 15, 2025
9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Price: $2,800

All-inclusive Art Retreat in Mexico
Food & Transportation Included.

Paint Your Favorite Pet's Portrait | With Bobbi Dunlop

Oil painting of a small dog.

This workshop is for all levels of artists who wish to learn to paint a portrait of your favorite pet! We’ll simplify a complex photo using preliminary studies and exercises before painting a larger studio painting. We will touch on all the ‘simple ideas’ that Bobbi emphasizes in her teaching: “logical ideas” the nuts and bolts necessary to build a strong, beautiful painting; and ideas that will help take the mystery out of painting animals and add the magic you are seeking.

Medium: Oil or Acrylic
Intermediate - Advanced Welcome

Event Date:
Saturday, Jan 18, 9:30 - 4:00 pm
Sunday, Jan 19, 9:30 - 4:00 pm

Price: $199

The Deep Dive | With Doug Swinton

Casa Buena Retreat Part 2.

This would be an even deeper dive. Parts 1 and 2 are for the most part completely different. Only the photography day would be similar. You may participate in the lesson again or if you choose you can stay behind and Doug will continue to instruct from the resort.

 

Whether you choose option 1 or 2 you will learn more than your head can hold. This is intensive learning but remember we are still on a holiday. Margaritas by the pool, Coronas by the ocean and the occasional stop at a taco stand will be a regular occurrence.

Medium: Primarily Oil or Acrylic
Intermediate - Advanced Welcome

Event Date:
January 15 - 25, 2025
9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Price: $3,700

All-inclusive Art Retreat in Mexico
Food & Transportation Included.

Portrait Painting in Watercolour | With Emma Rach-Syslak

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The portrait painting in watercolour workshop is an immersive and creative experience that invites participants into the captivating world of watercolour portraiture. All skill levels welcome. You’ll learn techniques such as colour mixing, brushwork, and layering.

Whether you’re a novice eager to explore the magic of watercolour or a seasoned artist looking to try something new or refine your portrait skills in this medium, This workshop can offer you the tools to create beautiful watercolour portraits.

Medium: Watercolour
Beginners - Advanced Welcome

Event Date:
Sunday, January 12, 2025
9:00 - 4:00 pm

Price: $140

Acrylic Landscape Painting - Beginners

Acrylic landscape painting of a creek near a mountain.

This weekend workshop is designed to introduce students to all the basics of acrylic landscape painting. You will learn all about: gridded photo transfer, composition, colour mixing, lighting, values, and more, applying this knowledge while creating your very own masterpiece of Norman Creek. Even if you are starting out for the first time, this course is meant to be a fun and relaxed weekend where you can be creative and build your artistic confidence in a safe and comfortable environment.

Medium: Acrylic
Beginners - intermediates Welcome

Event Date:
January 25, 2025, 10:00 - 4:00 pm
January 24, 2025, 10:00 - 4:00 pm

Price: $199

Create Compelling Light in the Landscape

Landscape painting of a tree on a river.

Bring life to your paintings by getting the lighting right. Achieve a striking sense of light in your work with demonstration and guidance from Gaye Adams. This two-day intensive will be all about getting the light to read in the landscape and will include instruction, demos, and paint alongs. If you are having trouble getting a compelling sense of light in your landscapes, this is the workshop for you!

Medium: Oil and Acrylics
Intermediate - Advanced Welcome

Event Date:
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Sunday, February 2, 2025
9:30 - 3:30 pm

Price: $349

Mount Edith Cavell Workshop | Heather Pant

Acrylic painting of a lake near a mountain.

Join Artist Heather Pant and create with her the Iconic Mount Edith Cavell using Acrylics on Canvas. Learn Heather's techniques and unique style in composition, lighting and colour. All skill levels are welcome, class limited to 12 participants. Register Today to secure your Easel.

Medium: Acrylics
Beginners - Advanced Welcome

Event Date:
Saturday, February 8, 2025
12:00 - 4:00 pm

Price: $200

Introduction to Gelatin Plate Printing | With Ashley Gaboury

Gelatin Plate Print of  two birds.

Gelatin Plate Printing has taken the art world by storm. Create your own unique prints as Ashley Gaboury (GOLDEN Artist Educator) leads participants through the basic steps of mono-printing using a Gel printing plate and OPEN Acrylics. Discover how to layer and use the Gel plate effectively. Try Iridescent paints to create beautiful effects. Ashley will provide you with tips on how to incorporate layered pieces (Collage) into your own art. Teens & Adults are welcome.

Medium: Geli Plate Printing
Beginners - Advanced Welcome

Event Date:
Saturday, March 1, 2025
10:00 - 2:00 pm

Price: $84

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