Programs
Drawing,Beginner, Intermediate and Life Drawing
Beginner Portraits (any medium)
Intermediate Portraits (Any Medium)
Oil Painting for Beginners and Intermediates
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Program Price: $235
Program Description: This course brings together ideas about composition, colour and your own personal voice. The class allows you the freedom to experiment, while at the same time receiving plenty of one-on-one instruction. Learn to compose your ideas through abstraction. Study the fascinating history of abstract painting, and the techniques of the masters as well.
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Program Price: $235
Program Description: Learn to capture a sense of likeness, emotion and character with comprehensive drawing exercises that will teach you the basic skills pf portraiture. Learn techniques and develop your drawing skills in a straight forward, easy to follow manner.
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Program Price: $235
Program Price: $195 / 6 Weeks Life Drawing only
Program Description Drawing is an artist’s most fundamental and useful tools. It is the point of departure for most artistic pursuits. This course will help you help you hone the technical and perceptual skills needed to draw with confidence. Exercises will include drawing from still life and anatomy, while working in a variety of mediums. Our Life Drawing course will focus on drawing from the live model each class.
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Program Price: $235
Program Description: This course introduces all aspects of the watercolour medium. Each class will introduce new techniques through demonstrations, and you will have plenty of time to paint during class. Students receive lots of one-on-one attention from the instructor, as well as group critique.
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Program Price: $235
Program Description: This course continues the exploration of the watercolour medium, related painting techniques and all aspects of making a successful painting. Students are encouraged to find their own voice while working with specific themes and techniques.
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Program Description: Learn to capture a sense of likeness, emotion and character with paint in any medium. This course is designed teach you the basic skills of portraiture, learn a variety of painting techniques and develop your observational skills.
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Program Price: $235
Program Description: This course is designed for students who already have an understanding of portraiture. Improve your observational skills and delve further into capturing mood and character. Students are encouraged to paint from life.
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Intermediates: Thursday 7:00 – 10:00pm
Program Price: $235
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Program Price: $190 / 6wks
Program Description: This six week, hands-on-workshop style program will cover 35mm film photography and an introduction to photo-enhancing software. You will learn basic elements of the camera, explore composition, develop and print images in our fully equipped darkroom. Learn techniques in scenic photography, candid portraiture, as well as working in a studio setting.
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Program Description: Learn all you need to know about painting with oil: brushes, paints and mediums, colour theory, techniques, composition, and develop your observation skills. You will also learn about health and safety issues associated with the medium. Each student receives plenty of one-on-one guidance. Students can choose to follow the course curriculum, or explore their own imagery at any point. Ideas about contemporary painting and a bit of art history will be introduced as well.
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Program Price: $235
Program Description*: This course offers an opportunity to learn fundamental skills in jewellery-making using basic tools and materials. Students will explore metal working techniques such as piercing, filing, forming and texturing, and finishing, using copper, brass and possibly silver metals. Based on a series of exercises, including design and form concepts, students will be encouraged to apply the techniques learned to create their own pieces.
*A started kit, including basic tools and materials, must be purchased at the start of the program. Additional metals and/or silver may be purchased from the instructor.
Teen Drawing/Painting & Portfolio Development
Sculpture and Mould Making for teensPuppetry and Masking
All art supplies included for
youth and teen programming, except for pottery courses. Students in the drawing classes and teen
portfolio are encouraged to have a sketchbook and pencil set that they bring to
class to work in.
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Program Price: $150
Program Description:
Ages 6 -10
Children will explore their imagination with creative, fun-filled projects. They will experience a wide range of mediums that will introduce basic techniques and skills to make great art. The creative possibilities are endless.
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Program Price: $150
Program Description:
Ages 7-12
This course is for those young artists who are looking for instruction beyond that of the typical classroom. They will develop their basic skills and learn many new techniques; all taught in a fun and motivating environment. Just add your creativity!
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Program Price: $150
Program Description:
Ages 7 – 14
If you are into making comics then this class is for you. We will work on drawing skills, character development and narrative (story telling). We will also make comics, of course!
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Program Price: $150
Program Description:
Ages 13 – 17
This course is geared toward the teen artist. Focus will be put on learning fundamental drawing skills, using many different mediums. The course will progress into drawing in colour, followed by learning to paint. Teens will be encouraged to explore their personal subject matter throughout. The sky is the limit!
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Program Price: $235
Program Description: Classes are offered for both younger students and teens. This creative course focuses on the experimentation and expression of individuality through pottery. Students will be able to feel the magic of throwing their own pots as well as learning hand building techniques and sculpture. All materials used are non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Just bring your creativity!
Materials List: 1-2 bags of clay @ $21.00 per bag (sold at
the art school). All glazing and firing is included in the course fee.
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Program Price: $190
Program Description:
Ages 13 -17
This course was developed with the intent of exposing the teen artist to an artistic future. Portfolios are a necessity when applying to specialized art programs in high school, college and university. A variety of course projects, skill development and exposure to a wide range of materials will make the portfolio process come with ease. This course is also appropriate for teens who just want to make great art, portfolio or not.
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Program Price: $150
Program Description:
Ages 13 -17
A first for the Art School of Peterborough: teens will find their sculptor within. Explore making art in 3 Dimensions using clay, creating casts and working with found materials. The sky is the limit in this dynamic and fun course.
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Program Price: $150
Program Description:
Ages 8 -12
A fun filled class for the performer in every young artist. Make a wide variety of puppets and create very cool masks. You will also learn about the fascinating history of puppetry along the way. The possibilities are endless!