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COURSES & WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS |
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Forms & Information |
A series of courses for adults who wish to
develop a solid technique in one or more media of their choice. These
courses are held in our art studios, located in the lower level of the
Dollard des Ormeaux Cultural Center. Please note that the GST (5%) and
the PST (7.5%) are added to fees for students 15 years and older. All
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10 weeks from Oct. 4 to Dec.13 Monday from 7 to 10 p.m. Painting experience required Teacher: Joseph Blair
Dunlap This class is open to intermediate and advanced oil painters interested in developing a comprehensive understanding of portraiture. We will paint from plaster casts and skull replicas in order to establish an appreciation of the underlying bone structure and then move on to life painting beginning with selfportraits. Using the knowledge acquired, we will then paint directly from a model in 3 classes.
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(LEVEL ONE) Thursday (Sept.
30) 9 a.m.
to 12 p.m. or Learning to draw what one sees is the first step for any serious artist. This course will introduce the student to various drawing and rendering techniques through the exploration of different subjects such as objects, still life, portraiture and the figure with strong emphasis being put on an understanding of light and shadow. 2 classes involve the model. Not included: materials
(approx. $75)
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10 weeks from Sept. 27 to Dec. 6 This
class is ideal for people who like the idea of freely combining
materials to create a work of art. Through the use of photos, text,
fabric, pieces of their own drawings and paintings and other collected
and found materials in the creation of a new work of art, the student
will learn how to further develop the work through the use of drawing,
painting and pastel materials and such things as composition and
layering techniques while exploring this new form of creative
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10 weeks from Sept. 29 to Dec. 1 Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 12
p.m. This course will introduce you to the realm of oil painting through the exploration of methods, techniques and materials. Students will be introduced to colour theory, colour mixing, composition and preparatory sketches for painting. Each session focuses on different elements of landscape painting such as trees, skies and water. Emphasis is placed on the study of form, space, perspective and light. All levels
Not included: materials (approx. $150)
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In this oil painting course the students will learn how to mix colours, to compose images and to prepare sketches as preparation for finished work. Subject matter for projects can include still lives, landscapes, portraits and non representational work. Composition and colour theory are also covered. Not included: materials (approx. $250) |
10 weeks from Sept.
28 to Nov. 30 Painting
experience required The intent of this course is to help
students already acquainted with oil painting to learn how to layer oil
in an effective way. The subject matter for this purpose will be
abstraction. Transparent and opaque painting strategies in oil
application will be explored. The chem |
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METHODS AND MATERIALS OF This
course is about the physical properties of new acrylic paints and
explores the many techniques available for achieving a variety of
visual effects. Classes will cover preparing grounds, building
textures, using gels, glazing, colour mixing, collaging and varnishing.
The teacher will provide stencils. Students will be asked to bring in
images for collage and transfer. Students will only have to bring
their painting surfaces (i.e. paper, board, canvas, wood panel approx.
$50) All other materials (paints,
gels, varnishes etc.) for scheduled in-class work will be
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10 weeks from Sept.
30 to Dec. 6 Are you having trouble understanding
Not included: materials
(approx. $150) Dollard Res. : $197.53 Others: $214.69
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WATERCOLOUR AND MORE
Traditional watercolors and watercolor pencils,
watercolor crayons and Conté will be explored. Still life and landscape
will be focused on as well as abstraction. We will explore contemporary
watercolors, while working toward individual style. All levels
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OIL PAINTING -
IMPRESSIONISM 10 weeks from Sept. 27 to Dec. 6 Monday from 7 to 10 p.m.,
Studio 1
Learn how to paint the colour of light with
the painterly technique of the Impressionists.
In this class you will study how to create vibrant colour
relationships
by mixing your colours side by side on the canvas using the wet on wet method of
painting as well as how to
create a painting in successive layers of paint. Emphasis is placed on
the ability to see and mix colours as well as how to interpret colours
more imaginatively. Subject matter will alternate between the still life
and landscape. Not included: materials (approx. $150) Dollard Res. : $197.53 Others: $214.69
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This course is designed for everyone who wants to learn how to take a good photograph. You will be introduced to the art of photography while learning how to use your camera better. Students must have their own 35 mm or SLR digital camera with manual option and can either use black and white or colour film. (Not for automatic cameras). No darkroom work is involved. Not included: equipment, materials and printing (approx. $100). Dollard Res.: $ 208.82 Others: $ 225.98 |
UNDERSTANDING CONTEMPORARY ART
10 weeks from Sept. 27 to Dec. 6 Through a series of talks, discussions and slide shows you will learn how to interpret and understand contemporary art. Using a study of known works, this course is designed to lead you to conceptually make your art stronger.
Artists and non-artists welcome. Dollard Res.: $169.31 Others: $186.24 |
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CONTEMPORARY ACRYLICS
NEW! All levels
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FILM ANIMATION
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CLAY SCULPTURE
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STUDIO WITH MODEL
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PHOTO CRITIQUE
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FASHION DESIGN
AND ECO SEWING
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CLASSICAL DRAWING TECHNIQUES NEW!
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INTRODUCING...ART!
All materials included.
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From now until the first day of the
course (as long as there is still space) register online (or at the
Recreation Department from 8 a.m. to 12 noon and from 1:15 to 4 p.m.,
Monday to Friday or drop your The winter schedule will be available at the end of December 2010.
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