Beginner Art
for Adults!
Have you spent your life focused on your work, your family, and your home?
Now you finally have time to enjoy your hobbies and maybe even learn new skills!
But where to begin? Perhaps you’ve always been intrigued by the arts but felt like you don’t have a single “creative bone” in your body?
Or maybe you feel like it’s too late to start learning to draw or paint.
Nothing could be further from the truth!
It is never too late to learn a new skill and discover a new passion! The journey of self discovery and self improvement is ever evolving. Even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush, if you’re interested and willing to try, these courses are for you!
Carmen studied Art at Alberta College of Art and Design in Calgary and worked with several mediums including a variety of drawing materials, paints, and types of printmaking; experimented with sculpture such as woodworking, ceramics, and metalworking; and studied artists and their works from ancient times to the present. This broad spectrum of study has given Carmen a well rounded perspective on the world of art and she is excited to share it with you! You’ll be in a small group and a non-judgemental setting where you can relax and have fun! Enjoy a coffee and experience a whole new world!
Beginner Drawing 101
Mondays
January 19 - March 9, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
(No Class on February 16th for Family Day)
Art Showcase on March 16 at 11 am!
Bring friends to see your work!
Eight Classes including the Showcase
$250, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
Located upstairs at the Sylvan House of Music
Drawing can be so much more than simply using a pencil and a piece of paper! You will receive a complimentary sketchbook, lessons in art basics, materials to experiment with, and opportunities to create drawings from life, photographs, and your imagination! Materials will be supplied and may include charcoal, conté, crayons, pencil crayons, markers, etc.
Please bring . . .
-a snack (if you think you’ll need it)
-a bottle of water
-clean footwear or slippers
-clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty and/or stained (we have aprons to borrow)
Please note . . .
-The Sylvan House of Music is not wheelchair accessible. There are stairs both inside and outside the building. Sorry for the inconvenience.
-Payments can be sent via eTransfer to freespiritscreative@gmail.com once you receive an invoice. Registration is not confirmed until payment has been received. This ensures that adequate supplies and space are available to you.
-Coffee is complimentary (cream, sugar, and non-dairy cream will be supplied)
-Please park across the street in the public lot for Centennial Park.
-Receipts are available by request
Beginner Drawing 102
Wednesdays
January 21 - March 11, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
(No Class on February 18th Winter Break)
Art Showcase on March 18 at 11 am!
Bring friends to see your work!
Eight Classes including the Showcase
$250, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
Located upstairs at the Sylvan House of Music
Suited to someone who has taken our Beginner Drawing 101 course or someone who has taken a couple of drawing classes in the past. You will receive a complimentary sketchbook, lessons in art basics, materials to experiment with, and opportunities to create drawings from life, photographs, and your imagination! Course content will be stretched to include a wider variety of materials and techniques while building on foundational knowledge from previous courses. Materials will be supplied and may include the items from Drawing 101 as well as watercolour pencils, india ink, pastels, etc.
Intro to Printmaking
Mondays and Wednesdays
March 23 - April 13, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
(No Class on April 6 for Easter)
Art Showcase on April 15 at 11 am!
Bring friends to see your work!
Seven Classes including the Showcase
$300, all materials (and coffee!) supplied
Located upstairs at the Sylvan House of Music
Printmaking includes a wide range of techniques, many that are accessible to the beginner artist working at home or at our small studio. This course will give you a snapshot of a few types of printmaking including relief carving, silkscreening, paper marbling, and gelli printing. You will receive a complimentary sketchbook and with classes twice per week, it will feel like a fast paced course which will likely be preferred by some students. Working at home between classes will be limited due to the specific supplies that are needed. Printmaking is very process based and you will create several prints in a short time which will demonstrate your progress and development.
Please know that when you fill out our registration form, it is important that you include as many details about your history as an artist as possible because specific course content will vary depending on the interests and prior knowledge of those who are registered. You’ll get a customized experience tailored to who you are as a learner, including your skills and personal potential.
You'll get feedback specific to your needs!
