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online classeslive demosJoin our vibrant studio in the heart of Vancouver with ongoing weekly and weekend classes, as well as demos. Our instructors work with you at your own pace, offering technical and creative guidance.
Learn to paint realistic watercolour landscapes and seascapes that capture the light and atmosphere of the natural environment.
Instructor: James Koll
wednesdays
February 19 – March 19
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn how to capture anatomical structures of the human body in powerful, dynamic, and realistic drawings.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
mondays
March 17 – April 14
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn how to create convincing realism in charcoal, step-by-step.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
tuesdays
March 18 – April 15
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn to create stunning landscape paintings that capture the mood and atmosphere of the natural world.
Instructor: Cara Bain
tuesdays
March 18 – April 15
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn a step-by-step approach to capturing realistic skin tones and applying them with ease.
Instructor: Cara Bain
wednesdays
March 19 – April 16
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn how to paint dynamic, realistic still-life paintings from start to finish.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
thursdays
March 20 – April 17
(5 classes, evenings)
In this course, you will learn the foundations you need to create watercolour paintings grounded in good technique.
Instructor: James Koll
wednesdays
March 26 – April 23
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn the foundations you need to create charcoal drawings grounded in good technique
Instructor: Col Urrutia
tuesdays
April 22 – May 20
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn how to paint realistic portraits, one facial feature
at a time.
Instructor: Cara Bain
tuesdays
April 22 – May 20
(5 classes, evenings)
Gain the critical skills necessary to convey the beauty of the natural world.
Instructor: Cara Bain
wednesdays
April 23 – May 21
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn the foundations you need to create acrylic paintings grounded in good technique
Instructor: Fiona Rough
thursdays
April 24 – May 22
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: James Koll
wednesdays
February 19 – March 19
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
Mondays
March 17 – April 14
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
Tuesdays
March 18 – April 15
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Cara Bain
tuesdays
March 18 – April 15
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Cara Bain
wednesdays
March 20 – April 17
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: James Koll
wednesdays
March 26 – April 23
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
thursdays
March 20 – April 17
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
Tuesdays
April 22 – May 20
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Cara Bain
Tuesdays
April 22 – May 20
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Cara Bain
wednesdays
April 23 – May 21
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: James Koll
saturdays
February 22 – March 15
(4 classes, mornings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Cara Bain
Saturday & Sunday
March 8 & 9
weekend workshop
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
March 15 & 16
weekend workshop
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Alex Beadle
Saturday & Sunday
March 22 & 23
weekend workshop
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Desmond Panko
saturdays
March 22 – April 12
(4 classes, afternoons)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
sundays
March 23 – April 13
(4 classes, mornings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
sundays
March 23 – April 13
(4 classes, afternoons)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Mel Williamson
Saturday & Sunday
March 29 & 30
weekend workshop
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
April 5 & 6
weekend workshop
Learn the foundations you need to create watercolour paintings grounded in good technique.
Instructor: James Koll
saturdays
February 22 – March 15
(4 classes, mornings)
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Gustav Klimt as you learn to replicate his unique artistic style.
Instructor: Cara Bain
Saturday & Sunday
March 8 & 9
weekend workshop
In this course, you'll take a deep dive into widening your scope with creative portraiture.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
March 15 & 16
weekend workshop
Immerse yourself in the techniques and style of Lucian Freud, a master of capturing psychological depth and intensity.
Instructor: Alex Beadle
Saturday & Sunday
March 22 & 23
weekend workshop
Learn to create acrylic paintings grounded in good technique.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
sundays
March 23 – April 13
(4 classes, afternoons)
Draw from the live model exploring classical and contemporary techniques.
Instructor: Desmond Panko
saturdays
March 22 – April 12
(4 classes, afternoons)
Learn to create convincing realism in charcoal,
step-by-step.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
sundays
March 23 – April 13
(4 classes, afternoons)
Learn looser approaches to representational work as you try free and energetic approaches.
Instructor: Mel Williamson
Saturday & Sunday
March 29 & 30
weekend workshop
Learn a step-by-step approach to capturing realistic skin tones and applying them with ease.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
April 5 & 6
weekend workshop
Feel like learning from home? Not in Vancouver? Not a problem! Check out our online learning line up — we add new content regularly.
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
live & interactive
Instructor:
Justin Ogilvie
8.5 hours of demos
6 hours of feedback
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor:
Steve Williams
1.7 hours
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor:
Justin Ogilvie
8.5 hours
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor:
Steve Williams
4 hours
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor:
Steve Williams
1 hour
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor:
Steve Williams
1.8 hours
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor:
Justin Ogilvie
4 hours
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor:
Steve Williams
1.7 hours
live & interactive
Interactive, cohort-based course where traditional portraiture meets bold abstraction. Scheduled sessions, personalized feedback, and a vibrant learning community.
Instructor:
Justin Ogilvie
8.5 hours of demos
6 hours of feedback
Learn the easy way to create vibrant flower paintings in an impressionistic style.
Instructor:
Steve Williams
1 hour
Ignite your creativity in figure drawing with a bold fusion of realism & abstraction, dynamic movement, expressive mark-making and rhythmic compositions.
Instructor:
Justin Ogilvie
4 hours
Learn how to paint a luminous and dynamic still life. Develop your glazing skills to transform your paintings from good to fantastic!
Instructor:
Steve Williams
4 hours
Unlock your creative potential by fusing vibrant realism with daring abstraction, dynamic brushwork and bold composition.
Instructor:
Justin Ogilvie
8.5 hours
Learn how to paint light-filled cityscapes with accurate perspective and muted colours.
Instructor:
Steve Williams
1.7 hours
Discover the easy way to paint portraits with realistic and muted skin tones using loose and impressionistic brushwork.
Instructor:
Steve Williams
1.7 hours
Learn how to paint portraits with rich, warm skin tones and dynamic shadows. It's made easy using a limited palette of colours.
Instructor:
Steve Williams
1.8 hours
Learn from artists who draw on years of studio practice and academic teaching, guiding you to reach new levels in your art.
Bring together technical skill, creative exploration, and conceptual depth. Our unique teaching method is grounded in years of technical training, creative practice and academic research. We are passionate about creating artists who are well-rounded in each of the three elemental components:
Learn from artists who draw on decades of studio practice and academic teaching, guiding you to reach new levels in your art practice.
Justin Ogilvie
Justin’s painting practice of 25+ years informs his instruction, which includes training in traditional realism, mentorship in creative experimentation and guidance in conceptual development.
steve williams
Steve’s sense of humour and clear instruction makes learning easy and fun. Students will walk away with refined technical skill sets as well as the motivation and passion to bring your work to the next level.