My Fall classes are Open for Registration! Many are starting up within the last two weeks of September, so sign up soon to reserve your spot!

I’m teaching online again, which means you can take my class from anywhere with internet!

All classes come with digital handouts and resources. Some include recordings, read descriptions below for full details! Thank you and feel free to share!

Fall 2023 courses:

Coloured Pencil Drawing, Adults

Discover the beauty of coloured pencils! Practice and learn fundamental drawing techniques and expert tips to harness the exciting potential of this colourful medium. We will explore a variety of subjects and styles in this course, including everyday textures, still life, animals, and landscapes! No class on Halloween! (Oct 31). For full materials list visit here.
For your convenience, this class offers exclusive access to password-protected recordings. Offered online via Zoom with the Ottawa school of art. 

Tuesdays, 5 – 7:30 pm EST 
Sept. 26 – Nov. 21, 2023 (No class on Thanksgiving, Oct 9th)
Course code: F23Z001B
Fee: $230.00 for 8 lessons
info@artottawa.ca | Tel. (613) 241-7471
REGISTER HERE

Drawing for the Not So Terrified, Adults

This course is for those who have taken a beginner drawing class, preferably the Drawing for the Absolute and Terrified Beginner, and wish to expand their drawing repertoire! Lessons are geared to build on and develop skills explored in previous drawing art study. We will cover still life, the figure, portraits, and more! Ask for the outline for the precursor of this course (if you never took it) to gauge if you want to take this class or the introductory version. For full materials list visit here.
For your convenience, this class offers exclusive access to password-protected recordings. Offered online via Zoom with the Ottawa school of art. 

Wed, 5 – 7:30 pm EST 
Sept. 27 – Nov. 29, 2023 
Course code: F23Z001C
Fee: $260.00 for 10 lessons
info@artottawa.ca | Tel. (613) 241-7471
REGISTER HERE

Drawing and Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Discover the world of drawing and acrylic painting in this comprehensive course designed for beginners and those seeking to refine their skills. Explore fundamental techniques including line, shape, colour theory, brushwork, composition and more! Through guided exercises and projects, you will develop your artistic skills to create a variety of  artworks. Benefit from a supportive and interactive online environment with feedback, digital resources, and fun project-based lessons! Supplies for first lesson: basic drawing materials. Painting will start on subsequent lessons. A recording of each class will be shared with everyone registered to watch for the first time or to re-watch. Offered live online via Zoom with Dovercourt Recreation.

Wednesdays 1:30-3:30 pm  EST
September 20-December 13 
Fee: $355.94 for 13 lessons
info@dovercourt.org | Tel. 613-798-8950
REGISTER HERE

The following is what I have scheduled with the City of Ottawa. Note that these do not come with recordings but are at a lower price point! 65+ Get an additional 10% discount (for Ottawa residents).

Drawing and Painting – Virtual – Adult
POSTPONED by 2 weeks to give time for new registrants

Develop drawing skills as a basis for painting and design. Unleash the creative possibilities with colour. Investigate the strengths of classical and contemporary visual artists. Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection. Offered online via Zoom with the City of Ottawa.

Mon, 10 am – 12 pm EST
New dates: Oct. 2 – Nov. 13, 2023 
Course code: #62324
Fee: $137.47 for 8 lessons
10% discount for 65 + (Ottawa residents)
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE

Painting – Painting with Primaries – Virtual – Adult

Come learn about colour mixing and colour theory with this painting class where we only use three colours: red, blue and yellow. Paint simple but striking scenes and see how far these primary colours can go. Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection. Offered online via Zoom with the City of Ottawa.

Mon, 1 – 3:30 pm EST
Sept. 18 – Oct. 16, 2023 
Course code: #63207
Fee: $85.92 for 8 lessons
10% discount for 65 + (Ottawa residents)
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE

Drawing – Coloured Pencils – Virtual – Older Adult (Same content as Coloured pencils Drawing above)

Discover the tips and tricks used to sketch your natural surroundings with coloured pencils! Learn the basics of drawing and how to create captivating compositions. Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection.. Offered online via Zoom with the City of Ottawa.

Tues., 10 am – 12:30 pm EST
Sept. 19 – Nov. 7, 2023 
Course code: #63257
Fee: $171.84 for 8 lessons
10% discount for 65 + (Ottawa residents)
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE

Travel Sketching and Painting – Virtual – Adult

Have you always wanted to be able to sketch your surroundings or urban/rural landscapes with ease? This is a fun introduction to a variety of sketching and painting techniques. Projects will show you how to draw proportionally using perspective and will include many tips and tricks on how to make your travel sketching experience (whether you are indoors or outside) a breeze! Pencils, ink, and watercolours will be explored in this course. Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection. Offered online via Zoom with the City of Ottawa.

Tues., 1 – 3:30 pm EST
Sept. 19 – Nov. 7, 2023 
Course code: #63257
Fee: $171.84 for 8 lessons
10% discount for 65 + (Ottawa residents)
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE

Art Journalling – Virtual – Adult

Play with new materials and ideas, practice and reflect on your art, and unlock your creativity through art journalling. Explore drawing, painting and mixed media through a variety of instructor and student directed projects and exercises. Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection. Offered online via Zoom with the City of Ottawa.

Wed., 10 am – 12:30 pm EST
Sept. 20 – Oct. 11, 2023 
Course code: #64697
Fee: $85.92 for 4 lessons
10% discount for 65 +(Ottawa residents)
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE

Drawing for Absolute Beginners – Virtual – Adult

NOTE lessons will be the same as one listed above with the Ottawa school of art. Only differences are the times and this one does not come with recordings.
An introduction for the absolute novice to drawing techniques and materials. Entirely virtual, this course will teach tips and tricks that make a difference in how you draw. It creates a solid foundation for all your future arts classes. Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection. Offered online via Zoom with the City of Ottawa.

Thu., 4 – 6:30 pm EST
Sept. 21 – Nov. 9, 2023 
Course code: #64708
Fee: $171.84 for 8 lessons
10% discount for 65 + (Ottawa residents)
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE

Drawing and Painting – Virtual – Child (2 classes, one for 6-9yrs and one for 9-14yrs)
POSTPONED by 2 weeks to give time for new registrants

Taught entirely virtually, participants learn to paint and draw with charcoal, watercolours, etc. Advanced techniques and learning opportunities available. Supply kit available for pick up. Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection. Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection. Offered online via Zoom with the City of Ottawa.

6-9 year old age group
POSTPONED by 2 weeks!
Sat., 10 am – 12:00 pm EST
New dates: Sept. 30 – Nov. 25, 2023
Course code: #64873
Fee: $192.42 for 8 lessons 
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE

OR

9-14 year old age group
POSTPONED by 2 weeks!
Sat., 12:30 am – 2:30 pm EST
New dates: Sept. 30 – Nov. 25, 2023
Course code: #64971
Fee: $192.42 for 8 lessons
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE

Classes that start in October:

Loose Watercolour Florals – Virtual – adult

Learn to paint roses, filler flowers, berries and leaves in a loose style. Some experience with watercolour is recommended but not required. Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection. Offered online via Zoom with the City of Ottawa.

Mon., 1 – 3:30 pm EST
Oct. 23 – Nov. 13, 2023 
Course code: #63208
Fee: $85.92 for 4 lessons
10% discount for 65 + (Ottawa residents)
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE

Landscape in Watercolours – Virtual – adult

Paint a simple watercolour landscape using wet on wet watercolour blending techniques. No experience required Requires a personal electronic device with internet connection. Offered online via Zoom with the City of Ottawa.

Wed., 10 am – 12:30 pm EST
Oct. 18 – Nov. 8, 2023 
Course code: #64698
Fee: $85.92 for 4 lessons
10% discount for 65 + (Ottawa residents)
virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca l 613-325-5073
REGISTER HERE