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SUMMARY:INTRODUCTION TO BOTANICAL PAINTING WITH HEATHER WADSWORTH
DESCRIPTION:GINKO WATERCOLOUR LEAF WITH HEATHER WADSWORTH \nDiscover the beauty of botanical illustration in this beginner-friendly watercolour workshop with artist Heather Wadsworth. Botanical painting is an art form that combines scientific accuracy with aesthetic beauty to depict plants\, flowers\, and fungi. Learn how to create accurate and expressive plant portraits through careful observation of the Ginko leaf. \n \nUsing three primary colours\, you will explore colour mixing techniques to create a wide range of natural greens\, yellows\, and earthy tones\, learning how to match the unique colours of each leaf. Heather will guide you through painting a beautiful Ginkgo leaf in watercolour\, approx. 10″x10″ \, while introducing essential techniques such as wet-on-wet\, wet-on-dry\, and dry brush. \nBy the end of the workshop\, you will have a completed botanical painting and a better understanding of colour mixing\, observation skills\, and watercolour application techniques. \nCome ready to observe\, experiment\, and celebrate the beauty of nature through art! \n\n  \nPlease note\, there is a $15 kit fee payable in cash or e-transfer to Heather at the start of class.  \nAll materials are included in the kit fee. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/introduction-to-botanical-painting-with-heather-wadsworth/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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SUMMARY:ALGOMA WATERFALL.1920. J.E.H MACDONALD WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
DESCRIPTION:AFTER THE GROUP OF SEVEN. OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON \nJoin artist Rick Worthington for a one-day oil painting workshop inspired by J.E.H. MacDonald’s iconic Algoma Waterfall\, 1920. Working from one of the Group of Seven most celebrated landscapes\, students will explore the techniques and artistic choices that make this artist so powerful and enduring. \n \nThrough guided\, participants will develop skills in colour mixing\, brushwork\, and landscape interpretation. Examine how MacDonald simplified the natural world into strong shapes and rhythmic patterns\, using bold colour\, expressive mark-making\, and dynamic composition to capture the energy and spirit of the Canadian wilderness. \nBy the end of the workshop\, artists will have completed their own version of this classic painting and gained valuable insights into the approach and techniques of one of Canada’s most distinguished landscape painters. \n\n  \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nStudents are welcome to bring their own supplies\, or a $25 material kit will be available for purchase\, payable in cash to Rick at the start of class.\n\n\nRick will contact students with a recommended materials list; oil paint\, a canvas\, odourless solvent\, paper towel\, brushes\, etc\n$25 Kit Fee Option includes oil paint\, a canvas\, odourless solvent\, reference image\, grey scale for colour mixing\, brushes etc.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/algoma-waterfall-1920-j-e-h-macdonald-with-rick-worthington/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261202T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261216T143000
DTSTAMP:20260725T055457
CREATED:20260714T193826Z
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SUMMARY:ARTFUL AGEING! DECEMBER IN THE ATRIUM
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS IN DECEMBER \nCelebrate creativity\, connection and community every Wednesday at the Arts Centre! Beginner-friendly art projects designed for older adults that embrace creative freedom and collaboration in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere! \n \nIf you’re looking for connection and CreativiTea\, we’ve got it for you! \nRECONNECT\, CREATE\, & CELEBRATE THE ART OF AGEING WITH IMAGINATION! \n\n  \nHERE’S WHAT’S COMING UP THIS DECEMBER! \n\n\nHOLIDAY WATERCOLOUR GIFT TAGS with Heather Wadsworth \n\n\nHOLDAY ORNAMENT with Carole Chaloupka \n\n\nWINTER SONGBIRD PASTEL with Donna Hull \n\n\n\nExplore fresh ideas\, materials\, and techniques in a relaxed\, welcoming space\nA new guest instructor and engaging project each week\n2-hour classes are playful\, fun and only $15!\n12:30-2:30 pm every Wednesday\nJoin us for social time with tea and cookies at 12:30 pm\nClass runs from 1-2:30 pm\nThis program is geared towards the senior community\, however there is NO AGE MINIMUM\n\n\nIS COST A BARRIER? CONTACT US. WE’RE HERE TO HELP! \nIS TRANSPORATION A BARRIER? CONTACT US FOR COMPLIMENTARY SERVICE THROUGH FERGUS ELORA TAXI \nNEED HELP WITH TICKETS? CONTACT US OR CALL 519-846-9698 \n\nACCESSIBILITY at Elora Centre for the Arts. ECFTA is committed to being fully accessible and welcoming to everyone in our community. We provide accommodations for visitors with mobility and accessibility needs to ensure a comfortable and inclusive experience. Convenient parking is available in our lot\, located directly beside the Art Centre off Chalmers Street. \n\n2026-27 ARTFUL AGEING is made possible through the support of; \n\nthe Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program \nthe Township of Centre Wellington\nand the generous contributions of our community\n\nCONTACT US for more information about Artful Ageing.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/artful-ageing-december-in-the-atrium/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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SUMMARY:APRÈS LA TEMPÊTE\,1922 (AFTER THE STORM)\, CLARENCE GAGNON WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
DESCRIPTION:AFTER THE GROUP OF SEVEN. OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON \nSpend the day painting in the tradition of one of Canada’s most celebrated artists. Guided by artist Rick Worthington\, students will study and recreate Clarence Gagnon’s 1922 painting After the Storm\, gaining valuable insight into the techniques that made his winter landscapes so enduring. \n \nAlong the way\, we’ll examine Gagnon’s masterful use of colour\, value\, and composition to convey the beauty of rural Quebec following a fresh snowfall. Discover how he transformed an ordinary winter landscape into a painting rich with warmth\, character\, and a strong sense of place. \nSuitable for adventurous beginners with some painting experience as well as intermediate artists seeking to strengthen their landscape painting skills. \n\n  \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nStudents are welcome to bring their own supplies\, or a $25 material kit will be available for purchase\, payable in cash to Rick at the start of class.\n\n\nRick will contact students with a recommended materials list; oil paint\, a canvas\, odourless solvent\, paper towel\, brushes\, etc\n$25 Kit Fee Option includes oil paint\, a canvas\, odourless solvent\, reference image\, grey scale for colour mixing\, brushes etc.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/apres-la-tempete1922-after-the-storm-clarence-gagnon-with-rick-worthington/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270123T160000
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SUMMARY:INTRO TO WATERCOLOUR WITH HEATHER WADSWORTH
DESCRIPTION:STILL LIFE WITH PITCHER & CLEMENTINE WITH HEATHER WADSWORTH \nJoin us for a relaxing introduction to watercolour and create an inviting still life featuring a ceramic jug with clementine. Through guided instruction\, capture the beauty of a carefully composed still life designed to help you build confidence while exploring the beautiful qualities of watercolour! \n \nThroughout the class\, artists will learn a variety of essential techniques including colour mixing\, creating form and depth\, observing light & shadow\, and developing realistic textures while preserving the transparency and luminosity that make watercolour so unique. \nBy the end of the session\, students will complete an approx. 12″ x 12″ painting and gain valuable skills to apply to future projects. \nPerfect for beginners\, this class offers a fun and supportive environment to learn\, experiment\, and enjoy the creative process! \nCome ready to observe\, experiment\, and celebrate the beauty of nature through art! \n\n  \nPlease note\, there is a $15 kit fee payable in cash or e-transfer to Heather at the start of class.  \nAll materials are included in the kit fee. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/intro-to-watercolour-with-heather-wadsworth/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270124T100000
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SUMMARY:WEAVING FROM WITHIN WITH DIANNE KENNEDY CRUTTENDEN
DESCRIPTION:WEAVING FROM WITHIN WITH DIANNE KENNEDY CRUTTENDEN \nJoin tapestry artist Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden for a day of color\, texture\, and creative freedom with Intuitive Tapestry Weaving — a joyful\, hands-on workshop designed to help you explore the art of weaving in a fresh and expressive way. \n \nLeave rigid patterns and traditional rules behind as you discover the freedom of creating from instinct and imagination. Through guided exploration\, you’ll learn a variety of tapestry weaving techniques while experimenting with textures\, fibers\, colors\, and materials to create a unique woven piece that reflects your personal style. \nWhether you’re picking up a loom for the first time or you’re an experienced fiber artist\, this workshop encourages you to trust your creative voice\, embrace the unexpected\, and enjoy the process as much as the finished work. \nCome weave\, play\, and discover where your intuition can take you! \nWhat you’ll explore \n\nCreative tapestry weaving techniques \nColor and texture exploration \nWorking with a variety of fibers and materials \nDevelop confidence in intuitive design \nCreate a one-of-a-kind woven artwork \n\nNo prior weaving experience is required—all skill levels are welcome! \n\n  \nPlease note\, there is a $25 kit fee payable in cash to Dianne at the start of class.  \nAll materials are included in the kit fee: a tapestry loom\, an assortment of beautiful yarns\, weaving needles—all yours to keep. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/weaving-from-within-with-dianne-kennedy-cruttenden/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes,Workshops
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