ART COURSES
We are happy to once again be offering our courses to all children, teens, and adults! We’re ready to teach, learn, and have fun in a safe environment. Before registering, please be sure to read our new code of conduct that includes some of the safety protocols we’ve implemented.
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The Viva Vida Art Centre offers a variety of art and leisure courses as well as workshops for children, teens and adults, throughout the year.
Our hands-on courses range from 5 to 10 weeks with an ideal environment for exploring one's own creativity as well as learn new skills.
YOUTH COURSES AND ADULT COURSES
YOUTH COURSES
Youth Fine Art
Participants will learn to focus on Fine Art fundamentals such as elements of line, composition, proportion, blending, color theory, etc. by using an array of mediums to create wonderful pieces of art in a variety of styles. We will look at different art styles and take inspiration from artists throughout history to guide students through the artistic learning process.
Supplies included!
10 weeks course
Saturdays
10:00-11:30| 8-12yrs
$250.​
Starts April 20th 2024
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Wednesdays
5:00 pm-6:30 pm | 8-12 yrs
$250
Starts April 17th 2024
Introduction to Fine Arts
Explore all that is fine art as participants experiment with a variety of different mediums such as clay, acrylic paint, printmaking, collage, charcoal, paper, and much more.
Supplies included!
10 weeks course.
Saturdays
10:00 am-11:30 am| ages 4-7yrs
$250
Starts April 20th 2024
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Wednesdays
5:00 pm-6:30 pm| ages 4-7 yrs
$250
Starts April 17th 2024
Drawing and Painting 10 and up
This course will focus on the fundamentals of drawing and painting : elements of line, composition, proportion, etc., by using different drawing and painting materials. Supplies included! This is a 10 week course.
10 weeks course.​
Thursday
6:00 pm -7:30 pm| ages 10 and up.
$250
Starts April 25th 2024
ADULT COURSE
Soft Pastel Course with Nasim Alavi
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Explore the enchanting world of pastel painting in our class where vibrant pigments come alive on paper. Whether you're a beginner or experienced artist, join us for a journey of expression through the gentle touch of pastels.
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In this 5 lessons course, Nasim will introduce participants to colour theory, value, temperature, and application techniques. Participants will learn how to set-up and complete an entire pastel paintings by the end of these courses.
5 week courses
Starting from March 24th - April 21st 2024
Every Sunday
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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$130
(Materials not included)
Introduction to Oil Painting Course with Patricia Morris
Discover the beauty of traditional oil painting techniques while creating your own landscape compositions.
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You will learn about simple and atmospheres perspective, explore a bit of colour theory and unlock the enchanting world of landscape painting. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, join us on a journey of self-expression and creativity.
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Artist : Patrica Morris, MFA, Dip. Ed, SCA.
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5 week courses
Starting from April 10th - May 8th 2024
Every Wednesday
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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190$
(Materials not included)
Classical Oil Painting Course for Intermediate to Beginner with Gordon Pym
The course is designed to help beginners and intermediates who want to improve on their rendering skills using oil paints. The focus will be primarily on creating realistic landscapes but other subjects can be covered. Composition, perspective, advanced colour mixing along with strategies for realistic rendering will be covered. How to plan a painting, size and formats will be discussed. The importance of value in depicting realistic space will stressed. How to use photo references and working from your imagination will be discussed.
5 week courses
Starting from May 7th - June 4th
Every Tuesday
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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225$
(Materials not included)
Handbuilt Pottery with Patricia Srigley
Learn a variety of fun methods for hand-building in clay. Create freehand dishes and sculptures and a variety of forms, both functional and decorative. Once your pieces have been kiln-fired, you will finish them with glazing techniques to add colour and texture.
6 week courses
Starting from May 8th - June 5th
Every Wednesday
7:00 - 9:30 pm
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225$
(Materials not included)
Watercolour Course with Micheline Sansregret
In this session of five courses, you will have the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of this wonderful medium. Each session will include some information regarding which brushes are the best suited for the medium, how to check for the pigments of the new colours that exist, the type of paper to use for the best result and how to keep track of your experiments in a sketchbook!
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During these sessions, we will also experiment with pen and ink!
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Come and join us for an artistic experience worth your while!
6 week courses
Starting from May 16th - June 20th
Every Thursday
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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$225
(materials not included)
Watercolour Course with Patricia Srigley
Come and experiment a watercolour course of a different kind! Enjoy learning about and expanding your watercolour painting skills. Experiment with a variety of specialized watercolour techniques. Learn about the tools and materials specific to watercolour painting. Practice painting with colour and value, as you have fun developing your own painting style.
5 week courses
Starting from May 7th - June 4th
Every Tuesday
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
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190$
(materials not included)
Acrylic with Nedia El Khouri
Work on perfecting your painting skills. In this class, we will be working with a variety of acrylic techniques, as well as developing your own creative signature. Weekly demonstrations, presentations, group critiques, and individual mentoring will help participants to progress at their own pace. This course is geared towards students interested in both abstract or figurative painting.
5 week courses
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Starting from June 19th - July 17th
Every Wednesday
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
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$190
(Materials not included)
Creative Sampler
Have you ever had a desire to try out different art materials but didn't know where to start? Here's an opportunity to have some fun exploring acrylics, watercolour, collage, clay, pastel, print-making, and more. Taught by a variety of talented artists.
A 50$ material fee is included.
5 week courses
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Starting from May 8th - June 5th
Every Wednesday
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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Starting from May 9th - June 6th
Every Thursday
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
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$240
($190 course + $50 for materials)
Landscape in Oils with David Kelavey
Learn and appreciate the fundamentals of making a strong painting. While the course focuses on producing compelling, impressionistic landscape paintings in oils, David addresses five key concepts used by all artists. During the classes, you will learn about using a limited palette, selecting the best composition, understanding the importance of contrast and light, seeing your subject as an artist, and even how to hold the brush for maximum control while loosening up…and more! Materials not included.
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5 week courses
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Starting from May 7th - June 4th
Every Tuesday
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
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$ 225
(materials not included)
WORKSHOP
Chinese Brush Painting with George Hsiung : Bamboo and Birds
Join us Sunday, June 2nd from 10h30 am to 4 pm for a workshop taught by artist George Hsiung! This workshop is for both painters and potters Workshop will consist of Tai Chi to relax the mind and body, traditional Chinese brush painting, and get your Chinese horoscope read! Refreshments will be served.
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**Supplies and refreshments are included in the price*
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June 2nd
10:30 am - 4:00 pm
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$ 100