Upcoming Events and Shows
If you are interested in any of these events, click on the link and it will take you to a page with more information and registration info. If you'd like to book me to instruct, please contact me here or check out this page for an idea of the type of classes, demonstrations and workshops I offer.
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Intro to Letterpress Typesetting
Spots Available Alberta Printmakers, Calgary AB February 20th & 27th, 2020 6:30 - 8:30 pm (both evenings) This is the first typesetting class A/P is offering on our Vandercook letterpress! Over two sessions, students will learn the basics of traditional type setting using lead typeface and printing on a Vandercook press. Working collaboratively, the students will generate text on a common theme and print their hand set creations to create a mini portfolio to take home. Members: $85 Non-members: $90 All materials provided, no experience necessary! Click here to register or contact A/P at 403-287-1056 or email director@albertaprintmakers.com |
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Making Your Mark - Beginner and Intermediate Acrylic Painting
Inglewood Art Supplies and Studio, Calgary AB February 25th - March 24th 2020 Tuesdays 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Learn the basics of painting and start working on your masterpiece! Students will learn how choose their subject, prepare their canvas, apply paint with a variety of techniques, as well as troubleshoot problem areas. Students will take home a completed painting and the knowledge to develop their skills further on their own. Intermediate Students will be coached through individual projects and provided with more targeted feedback based on their goals for skill development. 5 Classes - $150.00 +GST Supplies Not Included $30 Drop-In option available, see link for more details. Register here or contact Inglewood Art Supplies at inglewoodart@shaw.ca or 403-265-8961 |
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NEW! Exploring Texture with Acrylic Paint for Depth and Interest for 50+ Adults
Seniors on the Bow, Cochrane AB February 26th - April 1st 2020 Wednesdays 1:30 - 3:30 PM Learn how to build rich layers into your paintings with simple tools and techniques. This will help you identify the different types of products available and how you can use them in art. Participants bring home a set of textured paintings that build colour with different approaches. $75.00 ($60.00 for SOTB Program Members) + Supplies & GST Students may bring their own supplies or purchase from the instructor. Supplies include canvas, paint, texture medium, brushes and palette knives. Register here or contact Seniors on the Bow Centre at 403-932-6002 |
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You've Got Mail - Letterpress Postcards
1 Day Workshop Alberta Printmakers, Calgary AB March 14th 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Carve your own linocut image and print it on a tabletop Kelsey letterpress! Experience the history of relief printing, and learn the basics of postcard design and linocut printmaking using a vintage tabletop letterpress to create one of a kind postcards. Participants will leave with a set of postcards, their own carved blocks as well as the skill to practice at home using basic art materials, with or without a letterpress.Excellent for beginner and intermediate linocut students. Members: $90 Non-members: $100 All materials and light refreshments provided, no experience necessary! Click here to register or contact A/P at 403-287-1056 or email director@albertaprintmakers.com |
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Letterpress Printed Linocut Greeting Cards
1 Day Workshop Alberta Printmakers, Calgary AB April 4th 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Carve your own linocut image and print it on a tabletop Kelsey letterpress! Experience the history of printing and learn the basics of paper prep, card design and linocut printmaking and using a vintage tabletop letterpress printing machine to create one of a kind greeting cards. Participants will leave with a set of cards, their own carved blocks as well as the skill to practice at home using basic art materials, with or without a letterpress. Excellent for beginner and intermediate linocut students. Members: $90 Non-members: $100 All materials and light refreshments provided, no experience necessary! Click here to register or contact A/P at 403-287-1056 or email director@albertaprintmakers.com |
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NEW! Sketching - Take Your Sketchbook and Actually Use It! for 50+ Adults
Seniors on the Bow, Cochrane AB April 29th - May 27th 2020 Wednesdays 1:30 - 3:30 PM Fill your sketchbook with memories at home or on vacation. Learn what to bring, how to pack it and everything you need to know for travelling with art supplies. This fast-paced class will help you beat every excuse preventing you from drawing when you are out and about. $62.50 ($50.00 for SOTB Program Members) + Supplies & GST Students may bring their own supplies or purchase from the instructor. Supplies include a sketchbook and 2 pens for students to keep. Register here or contact Seniors on the Bow Centre at 403-932-6002 |