CURRENT CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

  • An Introduction to Drawing with Tiziana Zevallos | April 9 - May 14 | Learn More

  • Tarot as a Creative Conduit with Sabarah Pilon | April 20 | Learn More

  • An Introduction to Watercolour Painting with Jane Geurts | April 27 | SOLD OUT

  • Still Lifes & Watercolours with Laila Soliman | May 2 - June 6 | SOLD OUT

  • An Introduction to Tarot with Sabarah Pilon | May 22 | Learn More

  • Community Life Drawing Sessions with Matthew Watkins | May 14 - June 18 | Learn More

community life drawing sessions with sessions

Join us for Figure Drawing Practice! This non-instructed session is an opportunity to draw from a variety of models in a supportive environment.

Easels and tables will be provided but please bring your own drawing materials.

AN INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING WITH TIZIANA ZEVALLOS

This hands-on six week class will equip students with a wide range of drawing strategies and will get them ready to start making masterpieces of their own. This course is great for students looking to build general skill sets that can be transferred to all sorts of arts and drawing styles. Students will use pen or pencil on paper as their medium and will leave each class with a new piece of work in their portfolios.

Six Week Class: Tuesdays April 9 - May 14, 2024. 5-6:45 p.m.

TAROT AS A CREATIVE CONDUIT WITH SABARAH PILON

Tap into your intuition using the Tarot as a tool to deepen your creative processes. Using tarot as a creative conduit, (aka a magic wand), you will explore how to connect with the images and symbols of the cards to inspire your art and self.

Saturday April 20, 10-12 p.m.

AN INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOUR PAINTING WITH JANE GEURTS

Watercolour is a graceful medium, as light emanates from beneath the surface, connecting the painter and viewer to the multiple layers of translucent colours. This course will teach basic techniques specific to watercolour, as well as the fundamental principles that relate to all great design and composition. You will have the opportunity to put these principles and techniques into practice, so they start to become intuitive. This is an introductory course; however you can work to your own skill level if more advanced.

Saturday April 27. This is a full day workshop running 10-4 p.m. with an hour break for lunch.

STILL LIFES AND WATERCOLOURS WITH LAILA SOLIMAN

Explore the world of realistic watercolor art in this upcoming series taught by Laila Soliman. Learn easy techniques for outlining photos, playing with shades and colors, and mastering detailed painting. Discover the right way to mix colors, and bring your art to life with simple yet effective methods. Embark on a creative adventure to turn everyday scenes into beautiful watercolor creations. Boost your skills and enjoy the magic of painting with precision and depth!

Thursdays May 2 to June 6, 6-8 p.m.

AN INTRODUCTION TO TAROT WITH SABARAH PILON

In this two hour workshop, guest instructor Sabarah Pilon will demystify the world of tarot by exploring the many ways these 15th century playing cards have been used to bring balance, creativity, and positive inspiration to individuals the world over.

Wednesday May 22, 6-8 p.m.

SALSA CLASSES W/ BEATRIZ GIL ALBERTELLI

Sign up for classes and you will learn in a fast, easy and fun way. Classes led by Beatriz Gil Albertelli, Salsa expert with over 25 years of instructing experience in Spain and Portugal.

Tuesday afternoons from 5:00 - 6:00 pm

THE SPIRIT PROJECT WITH SOLO CHICKEN

Workshops are open to people of ALL abilities! Following in the spirit of L’Arche the workshops are meant to provide opportunities to make known the gifts of adults with intellectual disabilities and to create opportunities for folks to discover the joys of inclusion and community living. Come and make new friends and join the ‘school of the heart’.

Wednesday afternoons from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

IMPROV WITH SOLO CHICKEN

Ongoing classes offered periodically!
Led by improv veteran and Hot Garbage Comedy Co-Founder, Jean-Michel Cliche, this tiered program offers fun and focused training for performers of all experience levels!

ZUMBA WITH COREY ESTEY

Ongoing.
Corey Estey hosts weekly Zumba classes in the Jim Myles Auditorium!

Monday nights from 6:00 to 6:55 p.m.

SWING DANCE

Ongoing.
Swing Dance classes in the Jim Myles Auditorium!

Monday nights from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.