Programs
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Handbuilding with Clay with Heather Kerslake
Wednesday, April 24, 2019 - 9:30am to 12:30pm
Wednesdays: April 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 8, 15
9:30am-12:30pm
This course will be held at the Kerslake Pottery Studio on Line 10 North at Horseshoe Valley Road, Oro-Medonte
Participants will work with Heather Kerslake at her studio to learn various clay techniques in order to build creative clay forms. Working with slabs, coils and more, students will be introduced to how different tools can be used to shape and mark clay to create patterns, textures or narratives. After firing, Heather will teach the class how to use stains and glazes to alter the surface and colour to your work. There is limited access to wheel work instruction. To see Heather’s sculptures and functional pottery, visit her website at www.kerslakepottery.com
Members: $195
Non Members $235
Material Fee (to be paid to Heather): $40 – Includes Clay, Glazes, Stains & Firing
Heather Driver Kerslake works mainly in terra cotta, producing pieces that are whimsical, often mythical, and sometimes humorous. Her work involves functional pottery and sculptural pieces, ranging in scale from majolica-decorated wine goblets to larger hand-built narrative sculptures. Heather graduated from Alfred University, New York. Her work is in numerous private collections and public galleries, and has been exhibited widely.
Pre-registered programs cancelled 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the program start date will receive a full-refund. Programs cancelled less than 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the start of the program are non-refundable. Any program cancelled by the Orillia Museum of Art & History will be fully refunded regardless of the time of cancellation.
Handbuilding with Clay with Heather Kerslake
Wednesday, May 1, 2019 - 9:30am to 12:30pm
Wednesdays: April 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 8, 15
9:30am-12:30pm
This course will be held at the Kerslake Pottery Studio on Line 10 North at Horseshoe Valley Road, Oro-Medonte
Participants will work with Heather Kerslake at her studio to learn various clay techniques in order to build creative clay forms. Working with slabs, coils and more, students will be introduced to how different tools can be used to shape and mark clay to create patterns, textures or narratives. After firing, Heather will teach the class how to use stains and glazes to alter the surface and colour to your work. There is limited access to wheel work instruction. To see Heather’s sculptures and functional pottery, visit her website at www.kerslakepottery.com
Members: $195
Non Members $235
Material Fee (to be paid to Heather): $40 – Includes Clay, Glazes, Stains & Firing
Heather Driver Kerslake works mainly in terra cotta, producing pieces that are whimsical, often mythical, and sometimes humorous. Her work involves functional pottery and sculptural pieces, ranging in scale from majolica-decorated wine goblets to larger hand-built narrative sculptures. Heather graduated from Alfred University, New York. Her work is in numerous private collections and public galleries, and has been exhibited widely.
Pre-registered programs cancelled 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the program start date will receive a full-refund. Programs cancelled less than 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the start of the program are non-refundable. Any program cancelled by the Orillia Museum of Art & History will be fully refunded regardless of the time of cancellation.
Handbuilding with Clay with Heather Kerslake
Wednesday, May 8, 2019 - 9:30am to 12:30pm
Wednesdays: April 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 8, 15
9:30am-12:30pm
This course will be held at the Kerslake Pottery Studio on Line 10 North at Horseshoe Valley Road, Oro-Medonte
Participants will work with Heather Kerslake at her studio to learn various clay techniques in order to build creative clay forms. Working with slabs, coils and more, students will be introduced to how different tools can be used to shape and mark clay to create patterns, textures or narratives. After firing, Heather will teach the class how to use stains and glazes to alter the surface and colour to your work. There is limited access to wheel work instruction. To see Heather’s sculptures and functional pottery, visit her website at www.kerslakepottery.com
Members: $195
Non Members $235
Material Fee (to be paid to Heather): $40 – Includes Clay, Glazes, Stains & Firing
Heather Driver Kerslake works mainly in terra cotta, producing pieces that are whimsical, often mythical, and sometimes humorous. Her work involves functional pottery and sculptural pieces, ranging in scale from majolica-decorated wine goblets to larger hand-built narrative sculptures. Heather graduated from Alfred University, New York. Her work is in numerous private collections and public galleries, and has been exhibited widely.
Pre-registered programs cancelled 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the program start date will receive a full-refund. Programs cancelled less than 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the start of the program are non-refundable. Any program cancelled by the Orillia Museum of Art & History will be fully refunded regardless of the time of cancellation.
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Life Drawing with Tanya Cunnington
Thursday, April 25, 2019 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Thursdays, 7-10pm
April 4 –May 23
Age 16+
Discover the human form at OMAH’s Life Drawing program, and explore silhouette, movement, proportion and gesture. Our expert instructor will use traditional and contemporary approaches to guide participants in drawing live models, challenging them to use both technical and perceptual skills to capture the human form. This program is suitable for all skill levels – beginners welcome. Please note that this course will feature both clothed and nude models.
Basic drawing materials (and easels) provided.
Cost:
RESIDENTS: $137
NON-RESIDENTS : $170
Registration: City of Orillia SUN registration system online (winter 2019 session)
Life Drawing with Tanya Cunnington
Thursday, May 2, 2019 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Thursdays, 7-10pm
April 4 –May 23
Age 16+
Discover the human form at OMAH’s Life Drawing program, and explore silhouette, movement, proportion and gesture. Our expert instructor will use traditional and contemporary approaches to guide participants in drawing live models, challenging them to use both technical and perceptual skills to capture the human form. This program is suitable for all skill levels – beginners welcome. Please note that this course will feature both clothed and nude models.
Basic drawing materials (and easels) provided.
Cost:
RESIDENTS: $137
NON-RESIDENTS : $170
Registration: City of Orillia SUN registration system online (winter 2019 session)
Life Drawing with Tanya Cunnington
Thursday, May 9, 2019 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Thursdays, 7-10pm
April 4 –May 23
Age 16+
Discover the human form at OMAH’s Life Drawing program, and explore silhouette, movement, proportion and gesture. Our expert instructor will use traditional and contemporary approaches to guide participants in drawing live models, challenging them to use both technical and perceptual skills to capture the human form. This program is suitable for all skill levels – beginners welcome. Please note that this course will feature both clothed and nude models.
Basic drawing materials (and easels) provided.
Cost:
RESIDENTS: $137
NON-RESIDENTS : $170
Registration: City of Orillia SUN registration system online (winter 2019 session)
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The Mariposa Gala
Saturday, April 27, 2019 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Join us for a night of food, wine and entertainment!
We are proud to present The Mariposa Gala in support of Orillia Museum of Art & History’s children’s programs. Following the success of last year’s Mariposa Gala, we will be joined again by sommelier and certified fromager Andre Derrick from Vineland Estates Winery. He has chosen a wonderful selection Vinelands wines paired with fine Canadian cheeses featuring some of our local food purveyors to compliment the wine in the company of friends, colleagues and family. There will be live entertainment through the night and foods from local restaraunts.
With your help our goal is to expand our community outreach in partnership with local and regional charities by providing transportation, meals and opportunities for children and youth to participate in programming that would otherwise not be available to them. These specialized programs support children’s development and youth’s portfolio development for admission to post-secondary education.
Thanks to our generous sponsors, Hammond Transportation will provide transportation during and after the event to any address in the City of Orillia.
We look forward to seeing you on April 27th at Lakehead University Orillia, Simcoe Hall building. Together, we can help at risk children and youth experience the joy of creating, learning and growing in a safe fun space.
When: Saturday April 27, 2019
Where: Lakehead University Orillia, Simcoe Hall Building
500 University Avenue Orillia, ON L3V 0B9
Dress: Semi-Formal
Tickets:
General: $75.00, VIP: $100.00
Tickets can be purchased at the Orillia Museum of Art & History, over the phone 705-326-2159, or online.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Sun Online
Orillia Matters
Bruce Stanton, M.P.
Adam Ross Realtor
Bailey Family Law
HGR Graham Partners
Colbourne Street Pet Hospital
Town’s Jewellers
Michael Scott Landscaping
Morton Metals
Dentistry on West
Russell, Christie, LLP
The Club at Braestone
Event Donors
*Must be 19 years of age or old to attend event
Please contact Ninette Gyorody, Executive Director, by phone at 705-326-2159 ext. 101 or by e-mail with any questions.
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Portrait Painting with Murray van Halem
Tuesday, May 7, 2019 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Duration of Workshop: 4 weeks
Dates: Tuesday, May 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 1-4pm
Location: 3rd floor studio
In this hands-on workshop series, Murray van Halem will guide participants through the principles of portrait painting, from the dimensions of the face, to the importance of light and shadow, and capturing character. Murray will share techniques and teach participants important portrait-painting skills, which he has acquired through his 45 year career as a visual artist. By the end of this program, participants will have completed a series of portraits to take home.
All skill levels are welcome. Participants are required to bring their own painting supplies. A list will be provided to those who register.
Cost:
Member: $120 + HST
Non-member: $150 + HST
Pre-registered programs cancelled 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the program start date will receive a full-refund. Programs cancelled less than 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the start of the program are non-refundable. Any program cancelled by the Orillia Museum of Art & History will be fully refunded regardless of the time of cancellation.
Portrait Painting with Murray van Halem
Tuesday, May 14, 2019 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Duration of Workshop: 4 weeks
Dates: Tuesday, May 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 1-4pm
Location: 3rd floor studio
In this hands-on workshop series, Murray van Halem will guide participants through the principles of portrait painting, from the dimensions of the face, to the importance of light and shadow, and capturing character. Murray will share techniques and teach participants important portrait-painting skills, which he has acquired through his 45 year career as a visual artist. By the end of this program, participants will have completed a series of portraits to take home.
All skill levels are welcome. Participants are required to bring their own painting supplies. A list will be provided to those who register.
Cost:
Member: $120 + HST
Non-member: $150 + HST
Pre-registered programs cancelled 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the program start date will receive a full-refund. Programs cancelled less than 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the start of the program are non-refundable. Any program cancelled by the Orillia Museum of Art & History will be fully refunded regardless of the time of cancellation.
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Lunch and Learn: Textile Printing with The Paper Forest
Wednesday, May 8, 2019 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Learn the basics of textile block printing with Samantha Dewaele of The Paper Forest. Participants will make a rubber stamp using a technique called linocut carving. Choose between a floral or geometric pattern inspired by contemporary textile design, or design your own pattern to create your own neck scarf, reusable handkerchief, or pocket square!
Lunch will be catered by White Lions Tea House (sandwich, salad, dessert). We can accommodate vegetarian and gluten free. Please specify if either are required.
$15 + HST Members
$20 + HST Non-Members
Please note: payment must be made to reserve a spot
Pre-registered programs cancelled 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the program start date will receive a full-refund. Programs cancelled less than 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the start of the program are non-refundable. Any program cancelled by the Orillia Museum of Art & History will be fully refunded regardless of the time of cancellation.