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FALL/WINTER
2010/2011

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

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Brushes with Serenity
Inspirations from Nature
[PG10F05] Moira Mudie
Discover an ancient art form. Learn the fluid strokes made with bamboo brushes using ink and watercolour
washes on rice paper. No experience necessary. Materials for sale, if needed, at first session (approximately $30).
Mondays, September 13 through October 25,
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
(6 sessions; no class on October 11)
Public $190.27; members $171.68

Brushes with Serenity
Snow on Pines
[PG11W06] Moira Mudie
In this workshop, you will be inspired to depict the beauty of winter, using minimal strokes on rice paper. This technique is suitable for a variety of projects,
from small cards to large masterpieces.
Sunday, January 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Public $60.82; members $54.87

Botanical Art for Beginners
Leslie Staple
This introductory course will cover the basic skills needed to capture seasonal flowers through drawing exercises, finishing with watercolour. No prior painting
experience is necessary. Each student can progress at his or her own level with individual assistance. No materials are needed for the first class. You will
receive a materials list on the first day.
[PG10F06] Thursdays, September 23 through
November 25, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (10 sessions)
[PG10F08] Mondays, September 27 through December 6, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
(10 sessions; no class on October 11)
[PG11W04] Thursdays, January 20 through March 24,
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (10 sessions)
[PG11W07] Wednesdays, January 26 through March 30,
6:30 to 9:30 p.m. (10 sessions)
Public $305.31; members $275.22

If You Can See, You Can Draw
Leslie Staple
Both beginners and advanced students will be individually guided to strengthen their powers of observation while learning new drawing skills and
techniques. Instruction will focus on botanical subjects in traditional and non-traditional formats, and students may choose to paint as well as draw. A supply list will be sent in advance.
[PG10F07] Fridays, September 24 through
November 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (8 sessions)
[PG11W05] Sundays, January 23 through March 20,
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (8 sessions; no class on
February 13)
Public $230.09; members $207.08

Botany & Botanical Art
Michael Spillane
Learn how to combine technical and botanical accuracy with artistic excellence. Level I provides a solid
foundation in drawing techniques using fruit and/or leaves as models. A step-by-step floral project in coloured pencil is the focus for the second session. Level II continues
with more advanced drawing studies and botanical watercolour paintings.
[PG10F09] Level I: Monday, October 18 & Tuesday, October 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (2 sessions)
[PG10F14] Level II: Monday December 6 & Tuesday, December 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (2 sessions)
[PG11W09] Level I: Monday, February 21 & Tuesday, February 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (2 sessions)
[PG11W11] Level II: Monday, February 28 & Tuesday, March 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (2 sessions)
Public $180.53; members $162.83

Work in Progress
Pamela Stagg
Bring your work in progress — or something you’re just beginning— and receive expert instruction and
guidance from Pamela Stagg, one of Canada’s top botanical painters. This course is intended for intermediate and advanced botanical painters. A
healthy studio policy will be in effect.
[PG10F10] Saturday, October 23 &
Sunday, October 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(2 sessions)
[PG10F12] Saturday, November 6 &
Sunday, November 7,
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (2 sessions)
[PG11W12] Saturday, March 19 &
Sunday, March 20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(2 sessions)
[PG11W13] Saturday, April 16 &
Sunday, April 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(2 sessions)
Public $190.27; members $171.68

Introduction to Acrylics
[PG10F11] Marianne Broome
This class is suitable for beginners or those wishing to refresh basic techniques. Marianne will demonstrate
methods for a loose, realistic landscape and will explain essential acrylic techniques, providing individual attention as you create your own painting from a
selection of reference shots provided.
Saturday, October 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Public $100.00; members $85.84

Acrylic Workshop: Flowers
[PG10F13] Marianne Broome
Explore vibrant and realistic flower painting in acrylics. Marianne will demonstrate each step using a photograph and explain the techniques needed
to develop your artistry in acrylics.
Saturday, November 27 & Sunday,
November 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(2 sessions)
Public $190.27; members $171.68

Acrylic Workshop: Landscapes
[PG11W10] Marianne Broome
Explore how to paint landscapes with acrylics. Marianne will demonstrate each step using a photograph and
explain the techniques needed to develop your artistry in acrylics.
Saturday, February 26 & Sunday,
February 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(2 sessions)
Public $190.27; members $171.68

Introduction to Copperplate Calligraphy
[PG11W08] Cherryl Moote
Copperplate, one of the most beautiful types of calligraphy, was used to identify the botanical specimens on Redouté prints and closely resembles the elegant script used in journals and herbaria in the nineteenth century. This class will introduce the tools and materials used in calligraphy and some simple card
and craft projects using the script. No previous experience necessary. Supply fee of $20 will be charged to cover materials. Please bring this fee, a pencil sharpener and notebook to the first class.
Wednesdays, February 2 through
March 9, 10 a.m. to noon (6 sessions)
Public $140.71; members $127.43

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