Art Classes

Art Lessons at the MonElissa Studio: Overview

Ever wondered if you could paint? If you had the right stuff to see the world as an artist sees it?
I offer art classes in oil and acrylic. I am a trained tech and am able to guide you towards finding your own style through structured exercises, experimentation and “happy mistakes”!
All student work on their own individual projects – you choose your own subject matter and project size. This means that students need not wait until a certain date but can instead join in anytime there is an opening available.
You will learn at your own pace with hands on instruction as you need it. Classes are small, allowing lots of time for individual attention and consulting about your projects one on one.
Coffee and tea, music and the occasional glass of wine help to create a relaxed, comfortable and fun atmosphere. The comfortable and airy garden studio and the company of beginner to advanced art students all in the same class develops a delightful ambiance that promotes creativity. Relax and enjoy a wonderfully creative atmosphere!
Work towards having a painting ready to hang in one of my student shows – these have proven very popular and it is so much fun to see your work on the wall of a real gallery. Bring your friends and family to the opening to see what you have accomplished.

• Learn the Basics:

  Sketching: the right pencils, paper, erasers, measurement to use;
  Perspective: the art of making objects recede and give depth to the image;
  Colours: colour mixing, complimentary colours, warm and cold colours, the importance of colour temperature;
  Underpainting: its importance, which colours to use and why;
  Creating reality from fantasy – the illusion of distance;
  Brushes: sizes, styles and brush techniques;
  Glazing and layering;
  Composition: creating your own world using a photo;
  Mixed medium;
  Styles: pointillism, expressionism, impressionism and more;
  The importance of laughter and camaraderie at work and play.

• Class Schedule

  Classes are offered at various times and locations. Check the News page for the latest schedule.

• Workshops

  The Summer Workshop Series for 2012 is
  under development. Check back in about a month for an update.

• Supplies and Equipment

  If you have painting supplies and equipment bring your acrylic or oil paints, brushes, smock, mediums and solvents, pencils, masking tape, canvas.
  I do sell a small array of Art supplies ~ stretched canvas, oil and acrylic paints, brushes.
  The Qualicum Stationery Store in Qualicum Beach will give a 10% discount to any of my active students.
  If you do not have supplies contact me before purchasing any. I can provide all you need as a beginner for a small fee of $5.00 per class plus the cost of a canvas (starting as low as $2.00). It’s a great way to start out and learn what you need before purchasing.

• Prices

  1 – 2 hour class = $ 40.00
  4 – 2 hour classes = $ 120.00 (most popular option)
  1 – 4 hour class = $ 65.00 (on weekends)
  2 – 4 hour classes = $ 120.00 (on weekends)
  Private lessons are available @ 50.00 per hour, minimum 2 hours

Payment is due at the beginning of the class in ALL cases.

**** Missed classes are lost classes. Due to the very small class sizes I am unable to provide “make-up” classes if a class is missed. Please be sure of your availability for the full duration (one, two or four sessions) when you sign up for classes. Notice of cancellation must be received at least 24 hours before the missed class in order to maintain your seating for future sessions. ****