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Free! Try online sketching spring flowers

This is the perfect chance to try one of my classes for free! Join me for a relaxed and welcoming virtual session where we’ll sketch beautiful spring flowers using simple materials you already have at home: pencil, eraser, and paper. Sketching from nature is incredibly calming, and I’ll guide you step by step so you can enjoy the process without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you’re brand new to drawing or just looking for a creative refresh, you’re warmly invited to join. Feel free to share with a friend and come create together!

Saturday, March 14th, 10 -11:30 am EST.
REGISTER HERE

Currently I teach for the Ottawa School of Art, City of Ottawa, and Dovercourt recreation. Below you will see my upcoming course offerings with each:

City of Ottawa: For about registration please contact the City of Ottawa – Recreation and Culture virtual programming department via Email:  virtual.virtuel@ottawa.ca

Teen Portfolio – Virtual – Teens, ages 14 – 18

Chinese Brush Painting – Virtual – Adult 

Hello Spring! Acrylic Floral Paint Workshop! 14+ yrs & adults

Shake off the winter blues and paint your way into spring! In this one-day acrylic workshop, we’ll capture the fresh colours and joyful energy of the season—step by step. It’s the perfect creative reset: relaxed, fun, and full of bright inspiration. Whether you’re new to painting or just ready to brush off the dust, come enjoy a few hours of colour, creativity, and springtime cheer.

Materials: Pencil, Stretched Canvas or Canvas Board (approximately 8×10″ or larger), Acrylic paints (Red, Yellow, Blue, White and Black), Acrylic paint brushes (suggested: small and medium to large round brushes), container of water, paper towels or rags, mixing palette, scrap paper. Optional: hair dryer.

Sunday, 6-8:30 pm EST
March 22, 2026 (1 lesson)
Course code: 00030512
Fee: $20.00
Contact: info@dovercourt.org I 613-798-8960
REGISTER HERE

Creative escape: Spring Art Studio, 14+ yrs & adults

Step into spring with a weekly online art studio designed to inspire curiosity and play. We’ll work across drawing, painting, and mixed media, building skills step by step while leaving plenty of room for personal expression. You’ll be guided through each piece with clear, approachable instruction while developing confidence in your creative practice. All levels welcome! Lesson recordings are available to view for 7 days after each lesson for those who miss or wish to review a lesson. Offered online via Zoom with Dovercourt Recreation. Materials list available on registration page. 

Wednesdays, 1:30 – 3:30 pm EST
April 8 – June 10, 2026 (10 lessons)
Course code: 33046
Fee: $320.00 
Contact: info@dovercourt.org I 613-798-8960
REGISTER HERE

Painting light and colour:  Inspired by Monet a Virtual Workshop, 14+ yrs & adults

Discover the beauty of loose brushwork and glowing colour in this acrylic painting workshop inspired by Claude Monet, the founder of Impressionism. We’ll explore techniques that focus on light, movement, and atmosphere, all in a way that’s easy to follow and enjoyable for every skill level. Lesson recordings are available to view for 7 days after each lesson for those who miss or wish to review a lesson. Offered online via Zoom with Dovercourt Recreation. Materials list available on registration page. 

Saturday, 10 am – 12:30 pm EST
April 11, 2026 (1 lesson)
Course code: 33050
Fee: $20.00 
Contact: info@dovercourt.org I 613-798-8960
REGISTER HERE

Tulips in Bloom:  Spring Acrylic Painting Virtual Workshop, 14+ yrs & adults

With the tulip festival just around the corner, this workshop is a perfect way to celebrate the season. Create a vibrant tulip themed acrylic painting while learning techniques for colour layering, brushwork, and simple composition. Designed to be welcoming and enjoyable for all levels. Lesson recordings are available to view for 7 days after each lesson for those who miss or wish to review a lesson. Offered online via Zoom with Dovercourt Recreation. Materials list available on registration page. 

Friday, 6:30 – 9 pm EST
May 1, 2026 (1 lesson)
Course code: 33051
Fee: $20.00 
Contact: info@dovercourt.org I 613-798-8960
REGISTER HERE

Mother’s Day Ink and Watercolour Virtual Workshop, 14+ yrs & adults

This workshop is a gentle celebration of the mothers and mother figures in our lives. Whether you’re a mom yourself or creating a heartfelt gift, you’ll learn how to illustrate a bouquet style floral arrangement using ink and watercolours. A thoughtful, creative session focused on making something meaningful by hand. Lesson recordings are available to view for 7 days after each lesson for those who miss or wish to review a lesson. Offered online via Zoom with Dovercourt Recreation. Materials list available on registration page. 

Sunday, 9:30 am – 12 pm EST
May 10, 2026 (1 lesson)
Course code: 33052
Fee: $20.00 
Contact: info@dovercourt.org I 613-798-8960
REGISTER HERE

Spring Landscape: An Acrylic Painting Virtual Workshop, 14+ yrs & adults

Welcome the season by painting a fresh spring landscape in acrylics. This workshop focuses on building simple compositions, layering colour, and creating depth in an easy, approachable way. A calm and encouraging session designed for all experience levels. Lesson recordings are available to view for 7 days after each lesson for those who miss or wish to review a lesson. Offered online via Zoom with Dovercourt Recreation. Materials list available on registration page. 

Sunday, 10 am – 12:30 pm EST
June 7, 2026 (1 lesson)
Course code: 33053
Fee: $20.00
Contact: info@dovercourt.org I 613-798-8960
REGISTER HERE

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Ottawa School of Art: If you have any questions about registration or would like a copy of my course outline for a specific class, please contact the Ottawa School of art: info@artottawa.ca | Tel. (613) 241-7471 

Drawing for the absolute and terrified beginner – Intro, Virtual,  adult

This course offers a comfortable and encouraging introduction to the elements of traditional drawing. We will practice your observational skills while studying shade, mass, values, line, still life, the figure, portraits, landscape, and more! Learn simple tips and tricks that make a difference in how you see and draw, creating a solid foundation for future artwork. Registered students have access to password protected recordings of each lesson. *Note course content is the same as my “Drawing for Absolute Beginners” offered with the City of Ottawa Thursday mornings.

Mondays, 5-7:30 pm EST
April 27 – June 22, 2026 (8 lessons)
Course code: P26Z001A
Fee: $250.00
Contact: info@artottawa.ca | Tel. (613) 241-7471 
REGISTER HERE

Drawing for the not so terrified beginner – Intermediate,  Virtual,  adult

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 first. Registered students have access to password protected recordings of each lesson.

Tuesdays, 5-7:30 pm EST
April 14 – June 16 (10 lessons)
Course code: P26Z002A
Fee: $280.00
Contact: info@artottawa.ca | Tel. (613) 241-7471 
REGISTER HERE

Creative Illustration: Drawing and Painting – Intermediate, Virtual,  adult

Illustration is all about how to turn your ideas and imagination into visual art! This course serves as a fun introduction to illustration and its variety of styles, materials, and techniques. We will also explore different areas of illustration, such as character design and children’s book illustration. We will work on short and engaging art projects that focus on how to unlock your creativity! All levels are welcome! Registered students have access to password protected recordings of each lesson.

Wednesdays, 5-7:30 pm EST
April 15 – June 17 (10 lessons)
Course code: P26Z002B
Fee: $280.00
Contact: info@artottawa.ca | Tel. (613) 241-7471 
REGISTER HERE

Unlocking colour theory with watercolours – Intro, Virtual,  adult

Ever feel like colour theory is a bit of a mystery? This course breaks it down using one of the most playful and expressive tools out there—watercolour. You’ll learn how colours actually work together, what makes a painting “pop,” and how to mix and layer with more confidence. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your eye, this is a hands-on, relaxed approach to understanding colour in a way that actually sticks. Registered students have access to password protected recordings of each lesson.

Thursdays, 5-7:30 pm EST
April 16 – May 7 (4 lessons)
Course code: P26ZSC01
Fee: $180.00
Contact: info@artottawa.ca | Tel. (613) 241-7471 
REGISTER HERE

Urban Sketching and Painting- Intro, Virtual,  adult

Learn the essentials of capturing the energy and essence of urban settings. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned artist, this course will sharpen your skills in observation, composition, perspective and rapid sketching! We will use pencils, ink pen, and watercolours in this course. Registered students have access to password protected recordings of each lesson.

Thursdays, 5-7:30 pm EST
May 21 – June 18 (5 lessons)
Course code: P26ZSC02
Fee: $200.00
Contact: info@artottawa.ca | Tel. (613) 241-7471 
REGISTER HERE

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