New Fall Workshops at the Shadbolt Center for the Arts

PAINTING FORESTS AND MOUNTAINS – 2023 (acrylic)

April 14 – June 2, 2023 –   eight sessions

10 am – 1 pm

Learn to paint powerful landscapes defined by trees, rocks, water and snow-capped mountains. Sculpted form, space and landscape are combined in these exciting and much-loved subjects . Each move is clearly demonstrated and explained. Though some prior experience in painting is recommended, but the motivated novice is also welcome. Videos are provided for viewing during the course if you have to miss a session.

Materials will be acrylic paints  – red (crimson), yellow (hansa), blue (ultramarine), green (thalo), white(titanium). One point-detail and one ¾ “ flat brush. HB pencil, sharpener and eraser. Two or three 16 x 20 canvases. Palettes and water containers are provides.

Contact registration at Shadbolt – (604)297-4440


FLORAL EXPRESSIONS 2023 – in Acrylics

May 12 – June 2, 2023,

Four afternoon sessions  –  2 pm – 4:30pm

The title says it all!  Along the way, we will approach the various bloom and leaf forms. We will study gesture, contour, mass, space, silhouette, light and shade, color and composition. Each move is clearly demonstrated and explained. Videos are provided for viewing during the course if you have to miss a session. No prior experience is required. Those with some experience will also benefit.

Materials will be acrylic paints  – red (crimson), yellow (hansa), blue (ultramarine), green (thalo), white(titanium). One point-detail and one ¾ “ flat brush. HB pencil, sharpener and eraser. One or two 16 x 20 canvases. Palettes and water containers are provides.

Contact registration at Shadbolt – (604)297-4440


DRAWING THE CITY – 2023

April 14 – May 5, 2023

Four afternoon sessions  –  2 pm – 4:30pm

Begin by learning the essentials of 1 and 2 point perspective drawing. We will then move on to shade, shadow and reflection on wall surfaces and windows. We will study the drawing of scale figures to give life to scenes. We will also touch on silhouette, urban form and space. We will look at traditional villages and at urban streets. This subject matter is of interest to many, such as, travelers, urban design sketchers, and general interest artists.

Each move is clearly demonstrated and explained. Videos are provided for viewing during the course if you have to miss a session. No prior experience is required. Those with some experience will also benefit.

Materials are very basic – 2b/4b pencils, eraser, sharpener and 30” straight edge; A pen, such as Pilot Fineliner or equal; Paper can be a few sheets of 11 x 17 velum or trace, as you wish. (More discussion of materials in first session.)

Contact registration at Shadbolt – (604)297-4440

Approaches to Abstraction – Shadbolt

*NEW* Approaches to Abstraction – Adult

8 Sessions, in-person, on-site in Shadbolt Studio

Eight Wednesday Sessions: 10 am – 1 pm   October 6 to November 24

Spots available: 6 Registration Code: 623576

NEW COURSE – Learn the essentials of abstract painting using acrylic paint. Subjects will range from semi-representational to total abstraction. Explore ten ways of seeing, drawing, and painting with an emphasis on the principles and elements of design. Develop abstract imagery in your paintings in a supportive atmosphere, with demonstrations and individual attention.

All experienced and accomplished artists have their own individual ‘toolbox’ of methods and procedures – this is an opportunity to develop yours. Supplies not included; print your receipt to view supply list. Instructor: Tony O’Regan

Fees: adult $195.60 seniors $156.48

Register with WebReg:
https://www.burnaby.ca/recreation-and-arts/programs-and-activities/how-to-register

Marianne Otterstrom – Fine & Performing Arts Programmer – Visual Arts
Phone: 604-205-3014
Email: marianne.otterstrom@burnaby.ca

Still Life Painting – Shadbolt

Painting Still-Life, Floral and Objects – Adult

6 Sessions, in-person, on-site in Shadbolt Studio

Six Friday Sessions: 2 pm – 5 pm   October 8 to November 12

Registration code – 630469

Still-life has always been a fundamental subject for painters. Still-life both fruit and floral will be demonstrated from drawing through painting covering composition, form and colour. Painters will be guided with step-by-step instruction in acrylic and water colour.

Suitable for basic through intermediate levels. Demonstration videos will be available for viewing on the instructor’s site to augment the sessions. Supplies not included. Instructor: Tony O’Regan

Fees: adult $146.70 seniors $117.36

Drawing the Face and Figure – Shadbolt

8 Sessions, in-person, on-site in Shadbolt Studio, adult small group

Eight Friday Sessions: 10 am – 1 pm   October 8 to November 26

Registration code – 630438

Would you like to:

  • develop your knowledge of the human face and figure for artistic purposes?
  • learn to distinguish individual faces by studying the shapes of each feature-eyes, nose, mouth, etc.?
  • explore the human figure, with attention to proportion, shading and shadow construction using various drawing media?

Learn with Artist Tony O’Regan in the Shadbolt Studio.

*A live model is included for four of the eight sessions.

Fees: adult $244.40 seniors $185.52

Register with WebReg:
https://www.burnaby.ca/recreation-and-arts/programs-and-activities/how-to-register

Marianne Otterstrom – Fine & Performing Arts Programmer – Visual Arts
Phone: 604-205-3014
Email: marianne.otterstrom@burnaby.ca

Coastal Scenes – Shadbolt

5 Sessions – Scroll down to see them all!

Session 1 – Typical Rocky Coast

Session 1: Typical Rocky Coast – Practice Watercolor Techniques, 1 of 5 { May 12, 2021}

Session 1: Typical Rocky Coast – Practice Watercolor Techniques, 2 of 5 { May 12, 2021}

Session 1: Typical Rocky Coast – Practice Watercolor Techniques, 3 of 5 { May 12, 2021}

Session 1: Typical Rocky Coast – Practice Watercolor Techniques, 4 of 5 { May 12, 2021}

Session 1: Typical Rocky Coast – Practice Watercolor Techniques, 5 of 5 { May 12, 2021}

Session 2- Typical Rocky Coast with Sailboat

Session 2: Typical Rocky Coast with Sail boat, 1 of 4 { May 19, 2021}

Session 2: Typical Rocky Coast with Sailboat, 2 of 4 { May 19, 2021}

Session 2: Typical Rocky Coast with Sailboat, 3 of 4 { May 19, 2021}}

Session 2: Typical Rocky Coast with Sailboat, 4 of 4 { May 19, 2021}

Session 3- Rocky Coast, Sailboat Detail

Session 3: Rocky Coast – Sailboat Detail (continued from Session 2), 1 of 1 { May 26, 2021}

Session 3- Beach and Cliff

Session 3: Beach and Cliff, Sketch and Block-in, 1 of 3 { May 26, 2021}

Session 3: Beach and Cliff, Sketch and Block-in, 2 of 3 { May 26, 2021}

Session 3: Beach and Cliff, Sketch and Block-in, 3 of 3 { May 26, 2021}

Session 4- Beach and Cliff – Finish and Detail

Session 4: Beach and Cliff, Finish and Detail, 1 of 5 { June 2, 2021}

Session 4: Beach and Cliff, Finish and Detail, 2 of 5 { June 2, 2021}

Session 4: Beach and Cliff, Finish and Detail, 3 of 5 { June 2, 2021}

Session 4: Beach and Cliff, Finish and Detail, 4 of 5 { June 2, 2021}

Session 4: Beach and Cliff, Finish and Detail, 5 of 5 { June 2, 2021}

Session 5- Extra Bonus Session: WAVE

Session 5: Wave, 1 of 6 { June 9, 2021}

Session 5: Wave, 2 of 6 { June 9, 2021}

Session 5: Wave, 3 of 6 { June 9, 2021}

Session 5: Wave, 4 of 6 { June 9, 2021}

Session 5: Wave, 5 of 6 { June 9, 2021}

Session 5: Wave, 6 of 6 { June 9, 2021}

Painting Mountains, Lakes, and Trees-Shadbolt

4 Sessions – Scroll down to see them all!

Session 1 – Painting Mountains, Lakes, and Trees

Session 1: Shadbolt Mt Robson – Acrylic – Underpaint Method, 1 of 5 { Apr 14 2021}

Session 1: Shadbolt Mt Robson – Acrylic – Underpaint Method, 2 of 5 { Apr 14 2021}

Session 1: Shadbolt Mt Robson – Acrylic – Underpaint Method, 3 of 5 { Apr 14 2021}

Session 1: Shadbolt Mt Robson – Acrylic – Underpaint Method, 4 of 5 { Apr 14 2021}

Session 1: Shadbolt Mt Robson – Acrylic – Underpaint Method, 5 of 5 { Apr 14 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, and Trees: Mt Robson Session 1  DRAWING AND BLOCK-IN, 1 of 5 {FEB 7 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, and Trees: Mt Robson Session 1  DRAWING AND BLOCK-IN, 2 of 5 {FEB 7 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, and Trees: Mt Robson Session 1  DRAWING AND BLOCK-IN, 3 of 5 {FEB 7 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, and Trees: Mt Robson Session 1  DRAWING AND BLOCK-IN, 4 of 5 {FEB 7 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, and Trees: Mt Robson Session 1  DRAWING AND BLOCK-IN, 5 of 5 {FEB 7 2021}

Session 2 – Painting Mountains, Lakes, and Trees

Mt. Robson Session 2:  DEVELOPING THE LANDSCAPE FORMS, 1 of 5 {FEB 14 2021}

Mt. Robson Session 2:  DEVELOPING THE LANDSCAPE FORMS, 2 of 5 {FEB 14 2021}

Mt. Robson Session 2:  DEVELOPING THE LANDSCAPE FORMS, 3 of 5 {FEB 14 2021}

Mt. Robson Session 2:  DEVELOPING THE LANDSCAPE FORMS, 4 of 5 {FEB 14 2021}

Mt. Robson Session 2:  DEVELOPING THE LANDSCAPE FORMS, 5 of 5 {FEB 14 2021}

Session 3 – Painting Mountains, Lakes, and Trees

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 3  – Mt Robson – FIX and FINISH, 1 of 3 {Feb 21, 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 3  – Mt Robson – FIX and FINISH, 2 of 3 {Feb 21, 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 3  – Mt Robson – FIX and FINISH, 3 of 3 {Feb 21, 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 3  –  Lake Louise  – DRAWING AND BLOCK-IN, 1 of 2  {Feb 21, 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 3  –  Lake Louise  – DRAWING AND BLOCK-IN, 2 of 2  {Feb 21, 2021}

Session 4 – Painting Mountains, Lakes, and Trees

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 4  – Lake Louise – Mountain and Lake Final, 1 of 4 {Feb 28, 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 4  – Lake Louise – Mountain and Lake Final, 2 of 4 {Feb 28, 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 4 –  Lake Louise Final Session (video 3.1 of 4) {March 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 4 –  Lake Louise Final Session (video 3.2 of 4) {March 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 4 –  Lake Louise Final Session (video 3.3 of 4) {March 2021}

Mountains, Lakes, Trees: Session 4  – Lake Louise – Mountain and Lake Final, 4 of 4 {Feb 28, 2021}

Bonus Videos – Tonality Concept

TONALITY CONCEPT –  Abstract and Sailboat, 1 of 3 {Jan 27  2021}

TONALITY CONCEPT –  Abstract and Sailboat, 2 of 3 {Jan 27  2021}

TONALITY CONCEPT –  Abstract and Sailboat, 3 of 3 {Jan 27  2021}

Shadbolt Online Series- Painting Mountains, Lakes, & Trees

Learn how to paint the scenic wonder of western Canada in acrylics via Zoom from the comfort of your home. Paint reflective lakes, rocky shores, forests and mountains. All drawing, color mixing, and painting is thoroughly demonstrated by instructor, Tony O’Regan

Online Series of 4 Sessions on Painting Mountains, Lakes and Trees

Four Wednesday Zoom Sessions: 2pm – 4 pm   April 14 to May 5

Shadbolt Center for the Arts – barcode – 593281
https://webreg.burnaby.ca/webreg/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?aid=8338

NEW ONLINE SERIES Via Zoom! Learn how to paint the scenic wonder of western Canada in acrylics from the comfort of your home. Paint reflective lakes, rocky shores, forests and mountains. All drawing, color mixing, and painting is thoroughly demonstrated by instructor. Videos of the lessons will be posted on his website for your viewing. Some experience in acrylic painting is recommended. Print receipt to view supply list. Instructor: Tony O’Regan

Tony’s Art School – Feb. 2021

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