Art 101

Tuesday. April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

6:00-8:00 PM  

Members: $140.00 +HST

Public: $160.00 +HST

Get creative at OMAH Tuesday evenings in April.  Over 5 different sessions, our artist instructors will gently guide you through the process of learning a different skill each week, even if you have never touched a paintbrush or held a stick of charcoal.  Each session will cover the basics involved when using a different medium.  With Art 101 at OMAH, you will get a crash course in materials, art-making, and terminology.  Perfect for beginners or for those who would like a refresher course.  All materials will be provided.

Registration is open until March 28, 2025. Please note that OMAH’s programs operate on a cost-recovery basis, and sessions may be canceled if minimum registration numbers are not met. 

Week One: April 1, Introduction to Colour Theory with Kathryn Kaiser

In this entry level to colour theory class, Kathryn will teach participants the basic concepts of colour theory from a still-left set up using acrylic paint on paper.  Kathryn Kaiser attended The University of Lethbridge AB studying Fine Arts, Psychology and Aboriginal Studies.  She was also awarded scholarships to The Alberta College of Art and the Banff School of Fine Arts.  

Week Two: April 8, Introduction to Printmaking with Gillian Lowry

In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of linocut printmaking, such as carving and inking the plate as well as pressing the plate to paper to achieve the finished result.  Gillian Lowry is a multidisciplinary artist, working in illustration, printmaking, painting and writing. She studied Studio Art and Geography at The University of Guelph and graduated on the Dean’s List with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours), receiving the Printmaking Award.  

Week Three: April 15, Introduction to Watercolour Painting with Juliana Hawke 

In this introduction to watercolour painting class, Juliana will teach participants about different techniques such as wet on dry, wet on wet, wash techniques and wax and oil pastel resists.  Juliana Hawke is an accomplished artist who is best known for working in watercolour, pen and ink and printmaking.  Not just an artist, she has been instrumental in organising the annual International Women’s Day Art Show at OMAH,  and has been an art educator for over 20 years.   

Week Four:  April 22, Collage Art with Peter Fyfe

In this intro to mixed media and collage art class, Peter will guide participants through the creation of a colourful collage on a hard surface.  After a brief lesson about the history of collage, participants will arrange materials, including magazine scraps and imagery, cardboard, pieces of coloured wood, small objects and/or fabric to create a mixed media art piece with a theme (and/or bring your own photos or scraps to tell a story!) Peter Fyfe is an artist known for his colourful, hard-edged abstract and loose impressionist paintings that push simple iconography to the fore.  He is a graduate of York University in Drawing and Sculpture and attended the Banff School of Fine Arts.

Week Five: April 29, Fibre Art with Louise Gervais

In this hands-on workshop, under Louise’s guidance, participants will learn about elements of design and perspective while making a spring flower collage.  Louise Gervais has enjoyed a life-long passion for everything textile. Born into a family of award winning seamstresses and artisans, Louise soon learned to sew, embroider crochet and knit as well as quilt, dye and felt. 

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