Donna's Art Studio and the Oil Painters of the Peace will be offering a variety of painting classes in the coming months. For more information contact Donna at 250-785-6595 E-mail: dfolk2004@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.donnafolk.com
Saturday January 19 will be a Watercolour class given my Janis Herbison of Hummingbird Fine Art in Hudson Hope, BC. She will be doing a double class, so you have a choice of “Maple Leaf Study” or “Mt. Robsin Wreck”. This is a one day workshop, (9-5) showing many different techniques. At the end of the day the picture will be completed. Janis also custom makes frames and liners so anyone who wants to have their painting framed, she can have it done before you leave the class! Cost of class, which includes all supplies (frames extra) is $70.
Saturday January 26 will be a class in Pysanky-Ukrainian Egg Decorating. Debra McKay will take you through this class x20″showing age old techniques. Debra supplies all the materials, dyes, waxes, cotton, and special tools, as well as a stand and small case to carry the egg in. This is a very rare artform, which may be a once in a lifetime experience. Cost of class, including all supplies $50.
Friday February 1 is a Pro-D, no school for kids so we offer a BEGINNER oil painting class for parents and kids. The class is called “Night Scene” and will be completed in one day.Frames and framing is available at extra cost. Art class for aged 8+. All supplies, brushes, materials including an 11″X14″ canvas is included in the cost of $60. Ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Adults welcome to take the class as well.
Saturday February 2 will be another class by Debra McKay, same as above. These are BEGINNER classes for ages 12+. Closer to Easter we will be offering an advanced classes only for those that have taken a beginner class.
Monday February 11– our new civic holiday, Family Day. This class is for families to paint together. eg mom and dad with child, grandparents and grandchildren. We will be painting “Fishing at Charlie Lake”. Children 10 and under will paint with the help of an adult, older children can paint by themself if they choose. Adults can choose to help, or can paint their own picture. Cost includes all supplies and a 16″X20″ canvas PLUS a free floater frame, including the framing for $75.
Saturday February 23 will be a Watercolour class given my Janis Herbison of Hummingbird Fine Art in Hudson Hope, BC. She will be doing a single class called ” Colours of Fall” This is a one day workshop, (9-5) showing landscape techniques. At the end of the day the picture will be completed. Cost of class, including all supplies: $70. Janis will be bringing frames for those that want to take home a totally finished, framed painting.