Adult Beginner
Classes for students with little or no experienc that introduce skills, materials and techniques for different media. Students provide their own tools and supplies for classes unless otherwise indicated. Basic materials and equipment are provided for the first class at which time supply lists are provided.
Sculpture
Students will begin with clay figure work using representational and expressive approaches. This work will move into individualized projects which will give studentsthe choice of working in either clay or mixed media. Tours of curernt WAG exhibitions will provide inspiration. Some elementary relief molding will be possible.
Members $239 / Non-members $265
Tuesday 7-9:30pm
Sep 24 - Nov 26
F3A-SB-M2
Instructor: Nancy Litchfield-Hutchison
Beginning Wheel
This class focuses on learning various techniques (including glazing and decorative) related to throwing on the potter’s wheel.
Members $239 / Non-members $265
Thursday 7-9:30pm
Sep 26 - Dec 5
F3A-OW-H2
Instructor: Dave Krindle
Drawing 1
Designed for students who have little or no drawing experience, this course provides an introduction to basic techniques and fundamental concepts of drawing. You will develop observation skills while working with a variety of subjects, including still life studies and the human form. Course content varies slightly among instructors. This course is a great confidence builder before attempting other media.
Members $179 / Non-members $205
Wednesday 7-9:30pm
Sep 25 - Nov 27
F3A-DB-W2
Instructor: Racheal Tycoles
Tuesday 1-3:30pm
Sep 24 - Nov 26
F3A-DB-T1
Instructor: Doug Smith
Mixed Media
You will have the experience of working with a variety art materials. Possibilities include drawing and painting media, collage, printmaking and 3D assemblage projects. Instruction will encourage the combining and layering of media and the development of projects over more than one class. Instructors teach an understanding of many materials, unusual ideas, and great creativity.
Members $179 / Non-members $205
Thursday 7-9:30pm
Sep 26 - Dec 5
F3A-MM-H1
Instructor: Seth Woodyard
Mosaic
This ten-week course provides an excellent opportunity for participants to learn basic techniques involved in mosaic art. You will complete at least three mosaic projects (basic design on wood panel; flower pot; large project such as a table, picture, or mirror frame). You’ll be introduced to the techniques, tools, and supplies needed to develop further projects, and a brief history of mosaic art. Supply list available from Studio Programs. Some supplies included in cost.
Members $179 / Non-members $205
Wednesday 7-9:30pm
Sep 25 - Nov 27
F3A-MA-W2
Instructor: Dimitry Komarov
Pottery 1
You will be introduced to hand building, which includes slab building, slump molded forms, and throwing on the potter’s wheel. From basic thrown or hand-built forms you’ll produce mugs, bowls, and platters. You will also learn glazing and decorating techniques to finish your work and will be encouraged to develop your own ideas in functional and non-functional forms.
Members $239 / Non-members $265
Wednesday 7-9:30pm
Sep 25 - Nov 27
F3A-OB-W2
Instructor: Crystal Nykoluk
Tuesday 7-9:30pm
Sep 24 - Nov 26
F3A-OB-T2
Instructor: Barbara Balfour
Traditional Drawing
NEW! 20 week Drawing Class
(Sept 23-Dec 9 and Jan 6 -March 17)
When most people think about art,
particularly drawing and painting, they
think about the classical and realistic styles
championed by the pre-20th century art
academies of Europe. Academic drawing
remains an incredibly valuable method
for developing hand-eye coordination,
visual acuity, sensitivity, and dexterity
with materials that transfer well to other
art practices such as charcoal and pencil.
Skill development takes time and patience.
To learn thoroughly requires commitment.
Immerse yourself in the fundamentals of
drawing over 20 weeks, as opposed to our
regular 10-week courses. You will spend
more time on drawings and work towards
greater facility, subtlety, clarity, and elegance.
The materials and subjects will be basic,
but this highly disciplined approach will
be rewarded by the depth of the skill you
acquire.
Members $340 / Non-members $372
Monday 7-9:30pm
Sep 23 - Dec 9
F3A-TD-M2
Instructor: Vitaliy Yatsevych
Adult Workshops
Workshops are designed in conjunction with current exhibitions or to present media and techniques not covered in our regular classes. Students will view the work on display and work hands on with an instructor in the studio. This is a great opportunity to to stimulate ideas, explore a medium and deepen understanding of artists and their art.
Week Long Workshop in Drawing
These workshops run five full days (Mon to Fri) of mornings and afternoons. Each course consists of 25 hours (5 hours each day) of class time. You’ll immerse yourself in your creative activities for a full week in a stimulating environment. Supply lists will be forwarded to registrants in advance of the workshops. 10am-4pm (1 hour lunch break. Students make their own lunch arrangements. Storm Restaurant is conveniently located in the Gallery’s penthouse.)
Drawing
By focusing on colour while using media such as oil pastels, chalk pastels, art sticks and other materials, you will develop your ability to depict multiple aspects of nature. Individual interpretations of the subject matter will be encouraged. Weather permitting, we will work outside as much as possible.
Members $179 / Non-members $205 / Senior Non-members $192
Mon-Fri 10am-4pm
Aug 12 - Aug 16
U3A-DW-M1
Instructor: Rose Montgomery-Whicher
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Weeklong Workshop in Mixed Media
These workshops run five full days (Mon to Fri) of mornings and afternoons. Each course consists of 25 hours (5 hours each day) of class time. You’ll immerse yourself in your creative activities for a full week in a stimulating environment. Supply lists will be forwarded to registrants in advance of the workshops. 10am-4pm (1 hour lunch break. Students make their own lunch arrangements. Storm Restaurant is conveniently located in the Gallery’s penthouse.)
Mixed Media
You will have the experience of working with a variety art materials. Possibilities include drawing and painting media, collage, printmaking and 3D assemblage projects. Instruction will encourage the combining and layering of media and the development of projects over more than one class. Instructors teach an understanding of many materials, unusual ideas, and great creativity.
Members $179 / Non-members $205 / Senior Non-members $192
Mon-Fri 10am-4pm
Aug 19 - Aug 23
U3A-MM-M1
Instructor: Curtis Wiebe
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Weeklong Workshop in Painting (oil or acrylic)
These workshops run five full days (Mon to Fri) of mornings and afternoons. Each course consists of 25 hours (5 hours each day) of class time. You’ll immerse yourself in your creative activities for a full week in a stimulating environment. Supply lists will be forwarded to registrants in advance of the workshops. 10am-4pm (1 hour lunch break. Students make their own lunch arrangements. Storm Restaurant is conveniently located in the Gallery’s penthouse.)
Painting (oil or acrylic)
Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or equivalent experience
This beginning course in acrylic or oil painting introduces you to basic colour theory and handling of your choice of acrylic or oil paints. You’ll work from still life arrangements, do colour exercises and learn about basic elements such as composition and shape, and how colour is used to create a sense of depth. Critiques will help you gain an understanding of what is involved in in making a painting work well.
Members $179 / Non-members $205 / Senior Non-members $192
Mon-Fri 10am-4pm
Aug 19 - Aug 23
U3A-PA-M1
Instructor: Racheal Tycoles
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Adult Intermediate and Advanced
Classes that go beyond the beginner level to develop and expand concepts and skills in different media. Prerequisite courses or equivelant experience are required. Students provide their own tools and supplies for classes unless otherwise indicated. Students should bring their own selection of supplies to the first class at which time a supply list will be given.
Acrylic Painting 1
Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or equivalent experience • A beginner course in which you are introduced to basic colour theory and particularities of painting with acrylics
Members $179 / Non-members $205 / Senior Non-members $192
Wednesday 1-3:30pm
Sep 25 - Nov 27
F3A-AP-W1
Instructor: Doug Smith
Drawing 2
Drawing 2
Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or equivalent experience • Continue to develop your skills as you explore the expressive potential of various drawing tools and subject matter.
Members $179 / Non-members $205
Tuesday 7-9:30pm
Sep 24 - Nov 26
F3A-DA-T2
Instructor: Rose Montgomery-Whicher
Drawing in the Gallery
Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or equivalent experience • Each week you will visit a WAG exhibition to draw from the works on display. You will discuss and analyze the works and hone your technical skills by transcribing what you see using pencil and paper. Each session will wrap up with a group discussion/critique of the class work.
Members $179 / Non-members $205 / Senior Non-members $192
Thursday 1-3:30pm
Sep 26 - Dec 5
F3A-DG-H2
Instructor: Craig Love
Drawing with Colour Media
Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or equivalent experience • This course will build on the introduction to colour presented in Drawing 1. It will include media such as coloured pencils, oil pastels and other stick media as well as ink. The dual purpose will be to acquire more skill with colour and the ability to develop longer, more involved drawings. Combining media will be encouraged as skills develop. Anyone interested in a deeper understanding of colour dynamcis through drawing will enjoy this course.
Members $179 / Non-members $205 / Senior Non-members $192
Monday 1-3:30pm
Sep 23 - Dec 9
F3A-DC-M1
Instructor: Doug Smith
Figure in Art
Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or equivalent experience • Using a variety of drawing materials, you will work from a model for several classes, as well as improvising on the work without the model present.
Members $191 / Non-members $220
Monday 7-9:30pm
Sep 23 - Dec 9
F3A-FA-M2
Instructor: Derek Brueckner
Painting 1
Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or equivalent experience • In this beginner course, you will be introduced to basic colour theory and handling of your choice of acrylic or oil paints.
Members $179 / Non-members $205
Wednesday 7-9:30pm
Sep 25 - Nov 27
F3A-PB-W2
Instructor: Vitaliy Yatsevych
Painting 2
Prerequisite: Painting 1 or equivalent experience • For students who have had basic instruction in oil or acrylic painting and have a working knowledge of techniques. You will have the opportunity to explore painting as a vehicle for self-expression.
Members $179 / Non-members $205
Sep 26 - Dec 5
F3A-PA-H2
Instructor: Racheal Tycoles
Pottery 2
Prerequisite: Pottery 1 or equivalent experience • This class moves on to more developed forms such as teapots, casseroles, and sculptural objects. Decorative techniques used include scraffito, slips, and wax resist. You will be encouraged to develop your own ideas in functional and non-functional forms. Limited enrolment.
Members $239 / Non-members $265
Monday 7-9:30pm
Sep 23 - Dec 9
F3A-OB-M2
Instructor: Alan Lacovetsky
Life Drawing: Open Studio
Open Studio
Coordinator: Don Nowicki
7–9:30pm • Wednesdays
Sept 25- Nov 27 • $7 per evening
This drop-in program provides an opportunity for independent study in life drawing. Although no instruction is provided, artists and students have the opportunity to work from models in a personal choice of materials. No advance registration is required; payment is collected each week at the WAG Studio front desk. Participants bring their own supplies.
Members $7 / Non-members $7
Wednesday 7-9:30pm
Sep 25 - Nov 27
F3A-OS-W1
Instructor: Don Nowicki
Gallery Hours
Tuesday through Sunday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Closed Mondays
Open on the following holidays:
- Victoria Day
- Canada Day
- August Civic Holiday
- Remembrance Day (open 1-5pm)
- Christmas Eve
- Boxing Day
- New Year's Day
- Louis Riel Day
Closed on the following holidays:
- Easter Monday
- Labour Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day