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Realistic still-life painting featuring a rustic bird’s nest holding two bright turquoise-blue eggs on a wooden tabletop. Scattered red berries, delicate purple flowers, and softly draped terracotta fabric surround the nest, creating a warm, intimate composition with rich textures, earthy colours, and dramatic lighting.

Painting Studies with Emma Rach-Syslak

Explore the art of painting and develop your skills in a welcoming, creative studio environment!

UpcomingDec 2, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
150 Canadian dollars/month
Fisher Street Southeast
4 monthly payments of $150/month

Available spots


Service Description

Dates: December – End of March 2027 No classes on December 23 & 30, 2026. Day: Every Wednesday Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Instructor: Emma Rach-Syslak Mediums: Oil Painting & Watercolour (And Acrylics, although Emma is more versed in Oil & Watercolour) Location: Swinton's Art Supplies, Calgary Explore the art of painting and develop your skills in a welcoming, creative studio environment! Join accomplished artist Emma Rach-Syslak for a five-month painting course exploring oil painting, watercolour, portraiture, and still life. Throughout this course, students will have the opportunity to strengthen their painting techniques, develop a better understanding of colour, composition, light, and form, and gain confidence in their artistic abilities. With Emma's guidance and personalized instruction, students can explore different approaches to painting while developing their own individual style. Whether you're looking to build on your existing skills or explore new techniques, Painting Studies offers a supportive and inspiring environment to grow as an artist. Cost: $150 + gst per month Registration & Payment: This course runs from December through to the end of March and is paid monthly at $150 + GST. Students are not required to pay for the entire four-month course upfront. Spaces are limited to ensure students receive individual attention and guidance throughout the course. Reserve your spot and spend your Wednesday mornings painting with Emma! Please bring your usual painting supplies. If you need an idea of what to bring for supplies, please see the general class supply lists at checkout.


Upcoming Sessions


Cancellation Policy

To cancel, please contact us at least 1 week in advance. To cancel out-of-town events, please contact us 5 weeks in advance.


Contact Details

  • Swinton's Art Supplies, Fisher Street Southeast, Calgary, AB, Canada

    4032583500

    info@swintonsart.com


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