Color theory? Nothing could be easier! Understanding color is a straightforward process when learned through practice. Each week we will explore a fundamental aspect of color through the creation of small abstract and figurative paintings. Learn to use the different primary color palette systems, how to use secondary colors, the fundamental role of value in painting; what complements are all about as well as the push and pull of a warm and cool palette. Would you like to join the outdoor sketching artists but not sure how to start? Join us as we step outside, observe our world and draw! In this all day workshop series, you will be guided through the steps of:
This is an all day workshop series, spaced over three weeks for painters interested in learning the portrait. Featuring detailed demonstrations throughout all stages of the painting; comprehensive explanations of theory such as facial structure, proportions, light, shadow, colour. A special focus will be placed on how to use and adapt standard palette for mixing skin tones. High quality photos will be provided and you are welcome to bring your own. For oil and acrylic. Explore different ways to see and paint the landscape in this all day workshop series. This approach will free you from details or the need to create faithful reproductions and introduces you to creative ways of interpreting the landscape. Learn how to bring greater depth and dimension to your drawings by practicing linear perspective. This two day workshop will cover the fundamental elements of 1 point, 2 point and 3 point perspective. Starting with the classic forms such as cube, ellipses and spheres we will then look at atmospheric perspective by drawing outside. Both the theoretical and practical aspects of perspective will be discussed.
Have you ever wanted to explore the world where drawing and painting meet using vibrant colour? This is a two day intensive pastel drawing workshop that will cover the fundamental elements of drawing and painting with soft pastel. Learn a variety of pastel techniques such as layering colour, blending, cross hatching; how to use different types of drawing surfaces including colored and sanded papers as well as basic elements in colour theory. Subjects will include still life and landscape. Basic drawing experience is an asset. This is a three day intensive workshop for anybody who wants to deepen their understanding of the human figure and embrace the challenges of working with the live model. We will practice how to structure drawings using concepts such as cylinder and block construction, how to depict foreshortening and bring realistic proportions to your drawing. Keeping up your painting practice can be fun and spontaneous. Learn how to create fresh lively impressions of the landscape through the painted sketch. In this three day intensive workshop you will learn skills that are fundamental to landscape painting including how to compose and simplify the subject, how to prepare your palette and mix colours and how to use a more spontaneous painterly approach. Each day will treat a specific subject including trees, skies and water scenes. Detailed demonstrations and individual instruction. High quality photos will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. 
Hands-on Color: Theory in Practice
For oil and acrylic. Some painting experience is an asset.
Date: 6 weeks. Tuesdays June 26 – July 31
Time: 7-10pm.
Fee: $160.00
Materials not included.
Instructor: Branka Marinkovic
Outdoor Landscape Sketching
How to observe and simplify different landscape elements such as trees, buildings, clouds and water.
How to draw buildings with perspective in freehand. (no rulers required).
How to create depth, light and shadow with a variety of marks like cross-hatching.
How to use felt tip pens, pencil and water-soluble drawing materials such a water-soluble graphite, watercolor markers and watercolour pencils.
Date: 4 weeks, Tuesdays July 3, 10, 17 & 24
Time: 10 am – 4 pm.
Fee: $200.00
Materials not included
Instructor: Branka Marinkovic
Learn to Paint the Portrait
Open to oil and acrylic painters with some prior painting experience.
Date: 3 weeks. Thursdays July 5,12,19.
Time 10 am - 4 pm.
Fee: $160.00
Materials not included
Instructor: Branka Marinkovic
Abstracting the Landscape oil/acrylic
Date: 3 weeks, Fridays July 6, 13, & 20.
Time: 10 am – 4pm.
Fee: $160.00
Materials not included
Instructor: Branka Marinkovic
Learn Perspective: 2 day Workshop
Date: Saturday & Sunday, July 7 & 8.
Time: 10 am – 4 pm.
Fee: $120.00
Materials not included.
Instructor: Gianni Giuliani.
Soft Pastel Workshop
Date: Saturday & Sunday, July 21,22
Time: 10 am – 4 pm.
Fee: $120.00
Materials not included
Instructor: Branka Marinkovic
Life Drawing: 3-day Intensive Workshop
Materials not included.
Date: Friday –Sunday, August 27, 28, 29
Time: 10 am – 4 pm.
Fee: $200.00
Instructor: Gianni Giuliani
Landscape workshop: The Painted Sketch.
Come with plenty of small canvases and lots of energy. This class is aimed at intermediate level painters. If you are not sure, contact the instructor.
Materials: oil and acrylic paint; not included.
Date: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, August 3, 4, 5.
Time: 10 am – 4 pm.
Fee: $160.00
Instructor: Branka Marinkovic
Creative Workshops & Demonstrations
For the love of art and artists everywhere!
2018 Summer Workshops!
All day workshops in the west island. For more information visit our affiliate site in Pointe-Claire.
Galerie d'Art Pointe claire
(514)843-1881
boutique@avenuedesarts.ca
Address
328a ave. Victoria
328a ave. Victoria
328a ave. Victoria
Westmount, QC
H3Z2M8
H3Z 2M8
Metro Vendôme
Metro Vendôme
Hours
Mon - Fri: 10am - 7 pm
Mon - Fri: 10am - 7 pm
Sat: 10am - 5 pm
Sat: 10am - 5 pm
Sun: 12 pm - 5 pm
Sun: 12 pm - 5 pm