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Calligraphy Writing | Neuland alphabet
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The Neuland alphabet was created as a typeface by Rudolf Koch. It is a modern hand (script) and can be scribed with a felt marker or brush or pen! Cut-out letters can be fun and so can brush lettering. We will provide handouts, paper and a felt marker to all and have fun in this 2-hour class! Students will receive a 10% discount on purchases and I will show a lot of options for this alphabet. Come and enjoy an afternoon with like-minded artists! Margaret Van Diest.
Social Media For Artists | Beginners
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This class will get you confident in using Instagram to start sharing your experiences, gaining a following and even showcasing or selling your art! This workshop is for beginners! We'll go through things like Following, How to post, How to create a reel, All about "Hashtags", Carousel Photos, Direct messages and much much more! Let's get you signed up and ready to share! With a little guidance, you can learn the main tips and tricks to set yourself up for success.
Social Media For Artists | Intermediates
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What a world we live in. Did you know you can post a photo or video and get thousands or even millions of people's attention? Many say attention is extremely valuable and through social media, you can gain the attention needed to potentially sell your work. I have many insights to share with you on how to properly promote, post and how to make it easy on yourself so nothing seems overwhelming. We touch on many subjects like Format, Reels, Posts, Carousels, Paid Ads, Stories, Highlight reels, SEO, Hashtags, Tagging and many many more helpful tips to make you feel confident in what you’re doing.
Waterfall Workshop | With Heather Pant | For Acrylic Artists
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Join Heather Pant at Swinton's Art Supply in Calgary September 21, 2024 as she teaches her unique techniques and usage of colour composition whilst creating a magical Waterfall on Canvas. All Skill levels welcome class limited to 14 students. Group and one on one Instruction
Clean Reliable Colour for Painters
Demystify colour mixing, and make it reliable and consistent. Learn how, why, and when to mix colour to improve your paintings and painting experience. What whites work? When and where and what blacks to use.
Venetian Vision! Abstract Oil Painting
Dive into the vibrant world of abstract art in this engaging oil painting workshop designed for beginners and intermediate artists alike. In "Abstract Mosaic: Exploring Bold Colors in Oil Painting," you'll go on a creative journey to produce a striking abstract painting that captures the eye and stirs the imagination. You will learn to use bold, dynamic colors like reds, blues, yellows, and browns. The workshop will explore techniques for blending, layering, and manipulating oil paints to achieve a mosaic-like effect, where your composition will come alive with depth and vibrancy.
Capturing Personality in Pastel | With Jane Romanishko
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DEMO + WORKSHOP
There is nothing more challenging and fascinating in art than drawing a human face. It presents the double problem for the artist: rendering the exterior and capturing the personality. However challenging that might be, it is simple if you KNOW HOW. Step-by-step instructions will get you to understand the basics of portrait drawing and get the mystery out of it. Whether you have never draw a portrait before, or you want to strengthen your knowledge of portrait drawing and painting, Instructor Jane Romanishko will lead you through this process.
Capturing Personality in Pastel | Friday Demo Night
Friday Night Demo!
There is nothing more challenging and fascinating in art than drawing a human face. It presents the double problem for the artist: rendering the exterior and capturing the personality. Join us at Swinton's for a Friday night Demo hosted by Jane Romanishko. She will be sharing her techniques and insights as she brings a portrait to life before your eyes. Whether you're an aspiring artist or an art enthusiast, this demonstration promises to be both educational and inspiring. Food, drinks and seating included.
Event Date:
Friday, Oct 4, 6:00 - 8:00 PM (Demo Night)
Food, drinks and seating included.
Price:
$32.95
Drawing in Pen and Ink - Animals
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In this class, students will become familiar with drawing in ink using technical pens and ink washes. Ashley Gaboury will guide you to create a variety of subjects including birds, and animals. Develop loose mark-making techniques and then discover the freedom to use them uninhibitedly. Learn to apply ink washes to your drawing to add value and pencil colors and/or markers for touches of color.
Paint the Clothed Figure From Life | With a live model!
Experience the “joy” of putting brush marks on canvas... without labouring over drawing and measuring. 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 and add the magic you are seeking. Learn how to tell a story in distinctive brushwork and brave paint application, as we focus on putting our lovely model into her ‘space’ on our canvases.
Soapstone Carving 2024 | With Vance Theoret
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A fun and light approach to working with soapstone stone. You will carve your own piece of stone while Vance guides you through the process of shaping, carving and polishing, helping solve the challenges you encounter at each phase. Each student will come away from this workshop with a finished piece and with a better sense of how to see and execute in the 3D. No skills are required other than to be willing to have fun!
Land, Sea and Sky | Oil or Acrylic
The focus of this workshop is on landscape composition and colour. You will create oil or acrylic (your choice) paintings of prairies, foothills, and seascapes distinguished by a harmonious play of light and colour in a bold and realistic style. Jonn Einerssen works almost exclusively in oils and layering glazes to create a translucent and harmonious play of light and colour.
Printmaking Essentials - Relief & Mono | Adults & Teens!
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During this workshop participants will create their own prints as Ashley Gaboury leads them through the basic steps of carving, inking, and registering prints. They will learn take-home techniques for both relief printmaking and creating monotypes.
Adults & Teens Welcome!
Paint Your Favorite Dog's Portrait | With Bobbi Dunlop
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This workshop is for all levels of artists who wish to learn to paint a portrait of your favourite pet dog/puppy! 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.
Paint Your Pet in Bold & Bright Colors! | With Dave Roger
This workshop is designed for beginner to intermediate painters who want to capture their pet's personality through bright and bold colors. Participants will learn how to simplify their pet’s features and use a vibrant color palette to create an expressive and unique piece of art.
Painting Fast And Furious | With Doug Swinton and Michelle Grant
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.
The Deep Dive | With Doug Swinton and Michelle Grant
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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, 2 or 3 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.
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