Join our vibrant studio in the heart of Vancouver with ongoing weekly and weekend classes, as well as demos. Our instructors work with you at your own pace, offering technical and creative guidance.
weekday classesweekend classeslive demoslive demosJoin our vibrant studio in the heart of Vancouver with ongoing morning, evening, and weekend classes. Our instructors work with you at your own pace, offering technical and creative guidance.
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online classeslive demosLearn the foundations you need to create watercolour paintings grounded in good technique.
Instructor: James Koll
tuesdays
October 10 – November 7
(5 classes, mornings)
Examine the skeletal and muscular structures of the human body to create powerful, dynamic and realistic drawings.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
mondays
October 16 – November 13
(5 classes, evenings)
Create dynamic and lifelike portrait paintings by exploring ‘tiling’ techniques.
Instructor: Cara Bain
tuesdays
October 24 – November 21
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn the foundations needed to create oil paintings grounded in good technique.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
tuesdays
October 24 – November 21
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn how to simplify the intricacies of nature, distilling them into captivating works of art.
Instructor: Cara Bain
wednesdays
October 25 – November 22
(5 classes, evenings)
Delve into the essential techniques of acrylic painting that will lay the foundation for your artistic exploration.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
thursdays
October 26 – November 23
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn how to create realistic still life paintings in watercolour that convey convincing 3-dimensional form, light, and texture.
Instructor: James Koll
tuesdays
November 14 – December 12
(5 classes, mornings)
Learn to draw from the live model exploring classical and contemporary techniques to create powerful, dynamic, and realistic drawings.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
mondays
November 20 – December 18
(5 classes, evenings)
Gain critical skills necessary to convey the beauty of the natural world.
Instructor: Cara Bain
tuesdays
November 28 – December 19
(4 classes, evenings)
In this course, you will learn how to create convincing realism in charcoal, step-by-step.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
tuesdays
November 28 – December 19
(4 classes, evenings)
Delve into the art of depicting individuals authentically by capturing unique facial features and emotion.
Instructor: Cara Bain
wednesdays
November 29 – December 20
(4 classes, evenings)
Learn how to paint realistic and dynamic still life paintings from start-to-finish.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
thursdays
November 30 – December 21
(4 classes, evenings)
Learn how to simplify the complex elements within various landscapes, and create beautifully harmonious painting with efficient brushwork.
Instructor: James Koll
tuesdays
October 10 – November 7
(4 classes, mornings)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
mondays
October 16 – November 13
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Cara Bain
tuesdays
October 24 – November 21
(5 classes, evenings)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
tuesdays
October 24 – November 21
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Cara Bain
wednesdays
October 25 – November 22
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
thursdays
October 26 – November 23
(5 classes, evenings)
Learn how to simplify the complex elements within various landscapes, and create beautifully harmonious painting with efficient brushwork.
Instructor: James Koll
tuesdays
November 14 – December 12
(5 classes, mornings)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
mondays
November 20 – December 18
(5 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Cara Bain
tuesdays
November 28 – December 19
(4 classes, evenings)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
tuesdays
November 28 – December 19
(4 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Cara Bain
wednesdays
November 29 – December 20
(4 classes, evenings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
thursdays
November 30 – December 21
(4 classes, evenings)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
October 21 & 22
weekend workshop
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Mel Williamson
Saturday & Sunday
October 21 & 22
weekend workshop
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
November 4 & 5
weekend workshop
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Steve Williams
Saturday & Sunday
December 2 & 3
weekend workshop
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
saturdays
October 28 – November 18
(4 classes, mornings)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
saturdays
October 28 – November 18
(4 classes, afternoons)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
sundays
October 29 – November 19
(4 classes, mornings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
sundays
October 29 – November 19
(4 classes, afternoons)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
saturdays
November 25 – December 16
(4 classes, mornings)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
saturdays
November 25 – December 16
(4 classes, afternoons)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
sundays
November 26 – December 17
(4 classes, mornings)
All levels are welcome. The instructor will demonstrate techniques, then spend plenty of time with each student one-on-one.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
sundays
November 26 – December 17
(4 classes, afternoons)
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
December 9 & 10
weekend workshop
Bring an outside-the-box approach into figure drawing, as you experiment with mark making techniques using various drawing media.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
December 16 & 17
weekend workshop
Learn how to create expressive figure paintings with powerful realism and exciting brushwork.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
October 21 & 22
weekend workshop
Build both your skills and relationship to paint as you try free and energetic approaches.
Instructor: Mel Williamson
Saturday & Sunday
October 21 & 22
weekend workshop
Explore Jenny Saville’s expressive approach to creating powerful and evocative paintings, charged with daring and energetic mark-making.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
November 4 & 5
weekend workshop
Learn how to paint believable and impressionistic flowers, using exciting brushwork and vibrant colours.
Instructor: Steve Williams
Saturday & Sunday
December 2 & 3
weekend workshop
Develop a figure or portrait painting from a live model, bringing together traditional & contemporary techniques.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
saturdays
October 28 – November 18
(4 classes, mornings)
Learn how to draw realistic portraits with accuracy and expressive force.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
saturdays
October 28 – November 18
(4 classes, afternoons)
In this essential course, you will learn how to paint dynamic, realistic still life paintings from start-to-finish.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
sundays
October 29 – November 19
(4 classes, mornings)
Create convincing realism in charcoal, step-by-step.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
sundays
October 29 – November 19
(4 classes, afternoons)
Explore an outside-the-box approach, as you experiment with mark making and various drawing media.
Instructor: Harvey Chan
saturdays
November 25 – December 16
(4 classes, mornings)
Learn how to paint digitally, from the ground up!
Instructor: Harvey Chan
saturdays
November 25 – December 16
(4 classes, afternoons)
Create a fully finished painting of a figure in a landscape, learning Sargent’s approach step-by-step.
Instructor: Garrett Eaton
sundays
November 26 – December 17
(4 classes, mornings)
Learn the foundations needed to create oil paintings grounded in good technique.
Instructor: Col Urrutia
sundays
November 26 – December 17
(4 classes, afternoons)
Learn a step-by-step approach to capture realistic skin tones, and apply them with ease.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
December 9 & 10
weekend workshop
Explore Jenny Saville’s expressive approach step-by-step and create a fully finished portrait charged with energetic mark-making.
Instructor: Justin Ogilvie
Saturday & Sunday
December 16 & 17
weekend workshop
Learn from artists who draw on years of studio practice and academic teaching, guiding you to reach new levels in your art.
Bring together technical skill, creative exploration, and conceptual depth. Our unique teaching method is grounded in years of technical training, creative practice and academic research. We are passionate about creating artists who are well-rounded in each of the three elemental components:
Learn from artists who draw on decades of studio practice and academic teaching, guiding you to reach new levels in your art practice.
Justin Ogilvie
Justin’s painting practice of 25+ years informs his instruction, which includes training in traditional realism, mentorship in creative experimentation and guidance in conceptual development.
steve williams
Steve’s sense of humour and clear instruction makes learning easy and fun. Students will walk away with refined technical skill sets as well as the motivation and passion to bring your work to the next level.