Instructor; Andrew Kent. In one day you can make and take home your own classic Rustic Willow armchair. Learn basic frame building techniques and how to bend and shape willow shoots. All tools and materials supplied, Please wear practical clothing... Read More
Monday – Thursday 10:00am – 5:00 pm Instructor: Susan Hawkins Today our environment is under siege. As such, contemporary gardens require a new, innovative, and sustainable design approach. In this workshop participants examine the diverse applications that address current ecological... Read More
Monday – Thursday 10:00am – 5:00pm Instructor: Jenn Robins Explore your imagination and have fun with your creative side with two interesting and easy-to-learn printmaking processes. The collagraph process involves creating imagery by gluing everyday materials to a plate that... Read More
Instructor; Charlene Kelln. Come experience the versatile world of mosaics! In this 2 part workshop you will learn what adhesives work best for different foundations, what type of grout to use, different materials that can be incorporated into your designs,... Read More
Come play with an array of material to create 2D and 3D art projects. This course will focus on creativity and a combination of different mediums, techniques, styles and genres that students will explore and try. Let your imagination run... Read More
This course explores the intersections and boundaries between drawing and sculpture. Students will make inventive sculptures using everyday materials such as thread, tape, sticks, paper and a range of found objects. Built sculptures will deal with basic drawing concerns such... Read More
The workshop is lead by instructor Marie Ulber, and will explore how design principles can be used in the creation of sculptures and how artistic objects can be understood as architectural models. Various suitable materials, such as clay, cement, wood... Read More
Students will be inspired to create in Suzy’s Kitsilano Garden studio, where she has been dedicated to her own practice for 25 years. Suzy will work with each student individually to facilitate the creation of hand built sculptures and tableware.... Read More
This is a traditional European-style basket used for centuries as a household gathering and storage basket. This version will have a honeysuckle vine handle giving it an organic shape. We will be using a variety of natural materials that you... Read More
Using a selection of tree barks, weave an exquisite basket to give as a gift or display in your house. We will shape the basket in the style of the Cat’s Head basket associated with Shaker baskets. These baskets start... Read More
This workshop will awaken your creative juices by connecting the beauty of working with natural wild materials. Participants will learn about the historical value of the cedar bark and explore how to gather the bark and transform it into the... Read More
Have you ever seen people collecting bundles of kelp, tule rush or coils of cedar bark? Wonder what they do with it? This workshop is a chance to turn common elements of nature into impressive works of art. Learn the... Read More
Three-day carving seminar – “Flying Miniature Canada Goose” with three-time World Champion wildlife carver … Jeff Krete – Cambridge, Ont. April 3, 4 & 5 – Wed. Thurs. and Friday – 9 am to 5 pm. Seminar fee is $290.00... Read More
This workshop is for anyone seeking the keys to painting to potential. Enjoy your own medium such as acrylics, watercolour or water-based oils. You will work on an image of your choice. The workshop will include short presentations on essential... Read More
From Rags to Garden Art “A Potted Lady” Sitting sculptures a great introduction to Paverpol art Date-April 11 2015 Turn your old T shirts into garden art! ( base on “Potted Ladies” not as shown in picture) This class now... Read More
Feeling daring? How about carving 20 to 40 lbs of soapstone? Produce a BIG sculpture. Join Stephen Norton for a guided course on how to carve soapstone from start to finish. Learn how to carve, how to deal with big... Read More
This class will focus on the basics of soapstone carving, including the traditional style, some background information, and the techniques of hand carving soapstone. All tools and soapstone will be provided. This could well become a satisfying, life long hobby... Read More
In this papier mache class we will design our decorative wings and then use cardboard as a base and construct a wing or set of wings covering with paper, fabric, feathers etc. February 4, 2013 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30... Read More
Instructor; Katherine Woods. Who on the West Coast hasn’t seen the face of a harbour seal peering up out of the water? As a sculpture, this design is simple enough for a beginner, but offers a ongoing challenge exploring the... Read More
The subject will be a miniature flying Canada Goose. Simple carved detail, metal primary feather insert and mounting, and painting steps to achieve variability of colour and light will complete the bird. The seminar includes a Powerpoint presentation. Jeff resides... Read More
Instructor; Angela Pristucci. This is where clay, form and design meet space. Learn the process of design and application of clay into accents & architecture. Once the process is mastered it is universally applied to many mediums, forms and materials.... Read More
Instructor; Angel Pristucci. An easy method of transferring images onto clay projects using a few simple materials. Learn how to create your photographs and graphic arts by adding the dimensional quality of clay. Add photographic/graphic images to pottery, functional ware... Read More
In one day you can make and take home your own classic Rustic Willow armchair. Learn basic frame building techniques and how to bend and shape willow shoots. All tools and materials supplied, Please wear practical clothing and bring a... Read More
Instructor; Geraldine McGuire. This introductory course will make you familiar with kiln-forming basics. You begin by first designing, then firing your own unique pendant and earrings. You will learn what type of glass should be used, and what glass compatibility... Read More
Instructor; Angela Pristucci. Learn the basic structure of sculpting the head in clay. This is an excellent course for those who want to attempt a different art form or practice 3d. Sculpture of the head is also an excellent technique... Read More
Instructor; Angela Pristucci. Art supplies can be expensive. In this course you will learn how to make art supplies out of inexpensive materials found in your cupboards. Easy methods to create mediums that will add dimension and texture to art... Read More
In this FULL day workshop (Aldergrove/Abbotsford area) Turn your old T-shirt into Garden Art! In your very first class with me you will create a permanent sculpture that can be displayed indoors or outdoors using materials from around the house... Read More
SUZY’S AUTUMN CLAY DAYS for Home Learners Ages 6-16yrs EXPERIENCE THE WONDERS OF CERAMIC SCULPTURE AND POTTERY!! in SUZY’S KITSILANO GARDEN STUDIO DATES TIME TUESDAYS Jan. 15-Mar. 12 9:15 – 10:45AM Cost: $165 (includes materials and firings) 9 weeks Children... Read More
