The adult studio programs at Two Rivers Gallery are designed to involve you in the creative process, challenging you to explore materials and ideas, while teaching you new techniques. Exercise your mind and imagination while expressing yourself through painting or drawing. Perhaps you will discover a new passion or revive an old one.

Adult studio programs vary in length and duration and are appropriate for ages 16 and up. Please refer to course descriptions for details of what you will learn and for information regarding materials. Two Rivers Gallery Members receive a 10% discount on all classes and workshops. HST is charged on all programs.

Please Note: Art class instructors open the Gallery specifically for classes on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. For security reasons the doors will only be open for the 15 minutes before the class start time. Please be on time.

Refund policy: Payment is required to hold a spot in each class. If you cancel more than 48 hours prior to the start of first class, you receive a full refund. Cancellations after this time are subject to a $20 administration fee and the cost of any classes taken and materials used. We will not issue refunds after the second class.

Workshops

Artists' Critique
Feeling a little isolated? Always working on your won and dying for some constructive feedback? We are planning three fall critique sessions each with a different facilitator. Bring in a recent work of art to present and learn from discussions about your work and that of your fellow artists.
By donation. Registration is required.
Thursday, October 13, 7:00 pm
Thursday, November 10, 7:00 pm
Thursday, December 8, 7:00 pm
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Drawing into Paint
Saturday, December 3, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Facilitator: Cat Sivertsen
Where does painting start and drawing end? Spend the morning experimenting with mark making using ink and acrylic paint. Then use your morning's experiences to work up a finished painting based on a still life.
Fee: $ 108.00 (Bring your lunch and acrylic paints, other materials included)
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Landscape Painting Workshop
Saturday, March 17, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Facilitator: Annerose Georgeson
Join exhibiting artist Annerose Georgeson for a one day workshop in landscape painting. Bring in landscape photographs for your inspiration and work from the painted ground up, drawing with acrylics on canvas. With emphasis on mark making and colour matching, Annerose will help you capture in paint an approximation of an actual landscape or the feeling of a particular landscape.
Fee: $108.00 (Material list available. Bring your lunch)
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Day Time Classes

Printmaking
Mondays: January 30 to March 5
6 sessions, 10:00 -12:00 am
Facilitator: Frances Anderson
Artist and Educator Frances Anderson will demonstrate a variety of printmaking techniques. Serious artists will enjoy having access to a printmaking press to achieve professional results when creating prints and beginners will enjoy learning a variety of techniques for making original prints to frame or send as greeting cards. Learn how to mat and frame your own work and take home all the equipment you need to continue printmaking on your own.
Fee: $210.00 (Materials kit for student to take home included)
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Chinese Brush Painting
Tuesdays: January 31 to March 6
6 sessions, 10:00 -11:30 am
Facilitator: Coral Chen
Learn about the ancient art of Chinese Brush Painting with Coral Chen. Coral will introduce you to the materials and guide you as you learn about water control and develop the characteristic strokes of Chinese brushwork. Learn to slow down and focus on a new subject to paint each week during this relaxing and supportive class
Fee: $120.00 (Materials included)
All new subjects! Great for Beginners
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Art Class for Adults
Wednesdays: February 1 to March 7
6 sessions, 11:00 am -1:30 pm
Facilitator: Maureen Faulkner
Dedicate a slice of each week to yourself. Join artist and educator Maureen Faulkner as you explore all things "paint." Learn about different painting media, artists and the art world, and create in a supportive, social environment.
Fee: $210.00 (Bring a lunch. Materials included)
Great for Beginners
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Evening Classes

Picasso's Playgroup for Adults
Mondays: January 23 - March 5, no class on Feb. 20
6 sessions, 7:00- 9:00 pm
Facilitator: Anna-Maria Lawrie
For years now parents have been asking us to offer a class like the popular preschool class Picasso's Playgroup, but for adults. We've cut out the circle time but included a variety of accessible art projects just for you. Experiment with acrylic paint, create faux stained glass, batik and more...
Fee: $ 156 (Materials included)
Great for Beginners
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Self Directed Life Drawing
Tuesdays: January 24 - March 13
8 sessions, 7:00- 9:00 pm
Calling all those who love to draw! Dedicate a couple of hours each week to yourself and developing your drawing skills. Work at your own pace, with your own materials from a live model, drawing support from your creative colleagues.
Fee: $ 96.00
Drop in Fee: $16.00
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Art for iPads
Wednesdays: January 25 - February 29
6 sessions, 7:00- 9:00 pm
Facilitator: Kim Stewart
Have you fallen head over heels for your iPad? Join a group of like-minded enthusiasts as you explore your digital sketchpad. Artist and New Media Educator Kim Stewart will introduce you to traditional art-making media and their virtual counterparts. You will have a blast experimenting with the media tools, drawing directly from life using your touchscreen and participating in weekly digital art making challenges. No previous art experience necessary.
Fee: $144.00 (Bring your iPad)
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Watercolour for Beginners
Wednesdays: January 25 - February 29
6 sessions, 7:00- 9:00 pm
Facilitator: Laura Chandler
Don't be shy! Join Artist and Educator Laura Chandler for a basic beginners water colour course. Learn about the materials and how to use them, with a focus on techniques, still life and simple landscapes.
Fee: $144.00 (Materials list available)
Register online or phone us at 250 614-7800.

Please Note: Art class instructors open the Gallery specifically for classes in the evenings. For security reasons the doors will only be open for the 15 minutes before the class start time. Please be on time.