Moving into Spring, Opus presents more of our popular Artist Series. Learn from your fellow artists, refine your skills, gain new techniques or just feel inspired.
Linda Findlay
Granville Island, Friday June 1st, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Painting in Acrylics ~ Watch Linda demonstrate her unique multi-layered approach to glazing, showing how she captures light and depth in her intensely coloured abstract works.
Linda is a graduate of OCAD and has an MA from SFU. Linda teaches drawing and painting at Langara College Continuing Studies. View Linda's work at www.jacanagallery.com or www.lindafindlay.com
Victor Lotto
Victoria, Saturday June 2nd, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
From Sketches to Watercolour ~ Join Victor as he uses scenes from his sketchbook as a reference for his watercolour painting. This is also a time to ask questions on technique and products used.
Victor studied painting at the Ottawa School of Art. He is an active member in the FCA, Oak Bay Community Artists Society and Victoria Sketch Club. To view Victor's work, visit www.victorlotto.ca
Jane Saborio
North Vancouver, Saturday, June 2nd, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Acrylic Florals ~ Jane will be using a limited palette and a 1/2" flat watercolour brush to demonstrate how she applies her three colour watercolour wash technique to painting in acrylics.
Jane is self-taught and has been practicing professionally for the last 16 years. To view Jane's work, visit www.laorquideaart.com
Susan Falk
Langley, Saturday, June 2nd, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oils and Walnut/Alkyd Medium ~ Susan will use oil paints and a walnut/alkyd medium with an acrylic underpainting as she demonstrates how she achieves an almost decaying appearance in her pieces. She will also have examples from her Rock/Water and Bears series.
Susan attended the Emily Carr Institute, Kwantlen University College and Vancouver Community College and has exhibited extensively throughout the Lower Mainland. View Susan's work at www.susanfalk.ca
Jerry-Lee Cerny
Granville Island, Saturday June 9th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Soapstone Carving ~ Come watch Jerry-Lee reveal the ABC's of sculpting soapstone, and general sculpting techniques and tools.
Jerry-Lee is a sculptor and painter with a diploma and Certificate of Fine Arts and has had art training in Italy and Greece. She also teaches drawing and has taught stone sculpting. Contact Jerry-Lee at samanthaj281@hotmail.com Arrive early as seating is limited for this demo.
Robert H. McMurray
Langley, Saturday June 9th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oil Painting ~ Robert will demonstrate how he works with oil paints using odourless mineral spirits and alkyd based mediums. He will start with a limited palette and will add other pigments as subject matter warrants.
Robert is a signature member of the FCA. His work is collected throughout Canada and abroad. View his work at www.artists.ca/signatures/mcmurray.htm
Jo Ann Kronquist
North Vancouver, Sunday June 10th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Mat Cutting Essentials ~ Stop by and see Jo Ann demonstrate how to cut single mats, double mats, inlays, V-grooves and hinging. Learn about the different matcutters and matboards available to suit your art project.
Jo Ann studied photography at the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design, where she began matting her own work. She has taught matcutting, worked as a picture framer, and published a book titled Matting and Framing Essentials. Email Jo Ann at jkronquist@gmail.com
Jane Saborio
Granville Island, Saturday June 16th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Architectural Watercolour Painting ~ Jane will be demonstrating the value of using a limited palette and a variety of brushstrokes using a 1/2" flat watercolour brush. She will also be discussing composition, adding shadow and light, and complementary colours.
Jane is completely self-taught which is emphasized in her unique style. View Jane's work at www.laorquideaart.com or email her at janesaborio@yahoo.com.mx
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This month, we also have several product demonstrations scheduled—a great way to learn more about your materials and learn some new techniques! So come on by ... we would love to see you.
INTRO TO ACRYLIC PAINTING
Kelowna
Sunday, June 3rd, 1:00pm-2:00pm.
INTRO TO OIL PAINTING
Kelowna
Sunday, June 10th, 1:00pm-2:00pm
INTRO TO ACRYLIC TRANSFERS
Langley
Saturday, June 16th, 2:00pm-3:00pm
INTRO TO PAINTING SURFACES & GROUNDS
North Vancouver
Saturday, June 16th, 2:00pm-3:00pm
INTRO TO MOLDMAKING
Kelowna
Sunday June 17th, 1:00pm-2:00pm
INTRO TO WATERCOLOUR PAINTING
Kelowna
Sunday, June 24th, 1:00pm-2:00pm
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