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Cool Arts Outreach program at the ArtHouse Lake Country

12/30/2015

 
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LCAG/ Cool Arts: Teen and Transitioning Class

Wednesdays 1:00- 2:00


Cool Arts Society is a non profit organization based in Kelowna. This fall we are partnering with LCAG to provide fine art classes for GESS students in their Resource Program. The classes will take place at The Art House adjacent to Lake Country Art Gallery.  We will work with a variety of materials and all projects will be adapted to each individual's ability level.  The class will be taught by instructors Tina Knooihuizen and Neena Sood. 

The cost for the classes will be $2.00 per class, payable at the beginning of the term. The total cost per student for the fall term will be $20.00. All materials will be provided. 

Students who participate in the program will have their work exhibited at the Intergenerational Show at LCAG next spring. There will also be an opportunity to show their work at the Pop Up Gallery at the Art House sometime in the new year. 

For more information, please contact Neena Sood at 250-718-0363. 
www.coolarts.ca

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 LCAG/ Cool Arts: Adult Class

Wednesdays 10:00- 11:00

Cool Arts Society is a non profit organization based in Kelowna. This fall we are partnering with LCAG to provide fine art classes for adults with developmental disabilities in Lake Country. The classes will take place at The Art House adjacent to Lake Country Art Gallery.  We will work with a variety of materials and all projects will be adapted to each individual's ability level.  The class will be taught by instructors Tina Knooihuizen and Neena Sood. 
 
The cost for the classes will be $2.00 per class, payable at the beginning of the term. The total cost per student for the fall term will be $20.00. All materials will be provided. 
 
Students who participate in the program will have their work exhibited at the Intergenerational Show at LCAG next spring. There will also be an opportunity to show their work at the Pop Up Gallery at the Art House sometime in the new year. 
 
For more information, please contact Neena Sood at 250-718-0363. 
 
www.coolarts.ca

Winter Art programs with Marlene McPherson

12/28/2015

 
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Painting Classes for Adults & Children 
Fun with Acrylic Painting
Two Courses available with all new painting projects:
 
Course #1: Thursdays; January 21, 28, February 4 & 11, 2016
Course Fee: $172.00 includes art supplies. (Discount available for participants with own art supplies).
Adult Class: Thursdays, 1- 3 pm or Evening Class: 7- 9 pm
Children's Class (Ages 7-12 yrs): Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 pm
 
Course #2: Thursdays; February 18, 25, March 3 & 10, 2016*
Course Fee: $172.00 includes art supplies. (Discount available for participants with own art supplies).
Adult Class: Thursdays, 1- 3 pm or Evening Class: 7- 9 pm
Children Class (Ages 7-12 yrs): Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 pm                                                                       *(Please note that Course #1 is not a prerequisite for Course #2)
 
“Fun with Acrylics” is designed to introduce you to the wonderful world of Acrylic Painting. Classes are led by instructor demonstrations, painting a variety of colourful, interesting subjects including still life and landscapes. Teaching also includes colour theory, design and technique, helping you to understand the many special effects possible with this exciting medium. These courses contain all new projects and each lesson will focus on a new painting giving you four completed paintings per course.

Saturday Workshops: a Variety of Art Mediums for you to choose from... 
Take all three workshops or choose your Saturdays...

Discover the Pleasure of Charcoal Drawing
Saturday, January 16, 2016 10am-4pm (one hour for lunch)
Workshop Fee: $115.00 includes all art supplies. 
Spend an enjoyable day exploring the many possibilities of working with this simple but dramatic art medium while honing your drawing skills. Subjects covered are understanding realistic light & shadows in your artwork, plus the importance of designing good value structure. So much easier understanding in Black & White than when working in colour. Workshop suitable for  both Beginner and Intermediate Artists.
 
Exploring Soft Pastels Series
Saturday, January 23, 30, & February 6, 2016 10am-4pm (one hour for lunch)
Workshop Fee per Saturday: $115.00 includes all art supplies. 
Learn the foundational skills of working with this versatile, colourful medium enjoyed by many of the Impressionist Artists. Participants will learn about materials, techniques and various application methods while following Marlene’s simple warm-up exercises and step-by-step demonstrations of a variety of interesting subject matter. Composition, shading, highlights and aerial perspective will also be reviewed as students learn basic colour theory while experiencing confidence in creating with pastels. Participants may register for all three Workshops or individual Saturdays of their choice. Each Workshop will have new projects for participants to be inspired and complete. Workshops suitable for  both Beginner and Intermediate Artists.
 
Exploring Oil Pastels
Saturday, February 13, 2016 10am-4pm (one hour for lunch)
Workshop Fee: $115.00 includes all art supplies. 
Join us to have fun creating with Oil Pastels. Displaying rich and intense colours with buttery strokes, experience why this medium was a favorite of Picassos. Art projects will be inspired by nature while learning techniques unique to this medium such as colour blending, sgraffito and pointillism. Workshop suitable for  both Beginner and Intermediate Artists.
 
Fun with Acrylics
Saturday, February 20, 27, & March 5, 2016 10am-4pm (one hour for lunch)
Fee per Saturday: $115.00 includes art supplies. (Discount available for participants with own art supplies).
“Fun with Acrylic Workshops” are designed to introduce you to the wonderful world of Acrylic Painting. Classes are led by instructor demonstrations, painting a variety of colourful, interesting subjects including still life and landscapes. Teaching also includes colour theory, design and technique, helping you to understand the many special effects possible with this exciting medium. These three workshops contain all new projects and each workshop will focus on a new painting. Participants may register for all three Workshops or individual Saturdays of their choice. Each Workshop will have new projects for participants to be inspired and complete. Workshops suitable for  Beginners.

Not a Beginner? Feel free to contact Marlene to see how she can help you take the next step to reach your artistic goals.
 
Location: Lake Country Art Gallery ‘ArtHouse’, 10356A Bottomwood Lake Road, Winfield, BC
To register or find out more information contact Marlene through the contact page on this website or phone 250-766-3934.

Teaching Fine Art in the Okanagan since 1993

Painting with Sheila Tansey

12/8/2015

 
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Take a Class with Me!  
I LOVE sharing and teaching and I strive  to inspire you to become the best artist
you can be.  
​Painting is about connection and what better way to connect with you than to take one of my workshops!

What will you do in one of my workshops?
  • Learn how to start painting and stop thinking about painting!
  • Learn by painting/sketching small and fast - have a sense of completion
  • Learn the basics (shape, value, colour, composition) and simplify
  • Find your creative voice!
Have FUN!
Upcoming classes at the art House
 
Beginning Painting (oils and acrylics)
Tuesday October 20 to December 8, 2015
7:00-9:00 (8 classes)  $200
IN this class you will learn how to start, what to paint, how to choose tools and materials, explore different techniques, learn to see as an artist, paint from life (still life) find your artistic voice!
 
Just Paint!! (oils and acrylics)
Tuesday October 20 to December 8, 2015
1-4 pm (8 classes)  $250
Start painting and Stop thinking about painting! Simplify the process,learn quick tools for value, colour, composition and sketching,  learn to see as an artist, paint from life. We’ll be doing lots of exercises to improve your skills!
Also Suitable for beginners!
 
Location:
The artHouse, 10344 Bottom Wood Lake Road, Lake Country, BC.
 
To register online or for more information please CALL Sheila 250.863.7904
Or go to www.sheilatansey.com/workshops
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Lake Country Art Gallery
​10356A Bottom Wood Lake Rd, Lake Country

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