Fall is here! Opus presents more of our popular Artist Series. Learn from your fellow artists, refine your skills, gain new techniques or just feel inspired.
Creating Light & Depth with Tri-Art Acrylics
Learn new acrylic painting techniques! Join painter and author Rhéni Tauchid as she uses paint with special mediums and additives from Tri-Art to show you how you can produce different effects. The focus will be on glazing, and adding light and texture. New to Tri-Art? This is a great opportunity for you to be introduced to a great artist-quality Canadian paint.
When: Opus Granville Island on Saturday, October 20th, Drop by anytime between 10am - 4pm with a short break at 12:30pm.
Rhéni Tauchid is a materials consultant and part of the product development team at Tri-Art Manufacturing Inc. She has conducted workshops and demos in Canada and the U.S. Rheni's popular book The New Acylics is a collection of insights and innovations in acylic techniques and available at Opus for $36.95.
ONE DAY SPECIAL - BUY $50 OF TRI-ART PRODUCTS AND SAVE $15.
Offer valid at Opus Granville Island on Saturday, October 20th only.
Adelle Andrew
Victoria, Saturday October 6th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Inks with Tissue Paper ~ Adelle will be demonstrating her technique of applying Rowney FW Inks onto acid-free tissue paper which is then fused to canvas with mediums.
Adelle is a professional artist who recently had an exhibition at the Fran Willis Gallery. She is also an active member of the Canadian Federation of Artists and the Alberta Society of Artsists. To view Adelle's work, visit www.adelleandrew.com
Joan Tayler
Granville Island, Saturday October 6th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Creating Wearable ARt with Polymer Clay ~ Join Joan to discover the versatility of ploymer clay which can be sculpted like clay, made into patterns like Venetian glass and made to mimic metal and stone.
Joan has worked in many art mediums and as a graphic artist.
Camilla d'Errico
Granville Island, Friday, October 12th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
How to Draw Comic Books ~ Camilla will be demonstrating which steps to take when creating a comic book, from initial idea, choosing materials, and writing a script.
Camilla is very versatile in her art practice from creating comic books to snowboard designs and video games. To view Camilla's work, visit www.camilladerrico.com
Gabrielle Greig
Langley, Saturday, October 13th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fun with Face Painting ~ Just in time for Hallowe'en! Come and join Gabrielle a.k.a. Mrs.Picasso/Balloonia the Clown and learn some new tips and tricks using Snazaroo Face Paints.
Gabrielle is an award winning face and body paint artist, and has worked in the children's entertainment industry for over 14 years. She is an active member of Clowns of America. For information on Mrs. Picasso, visit www.mrspicasso.com
Vivian Zuba
Granville Island, Saturday October 13th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Mixed Media Art Cards ~ Join Vivian as she demonstrates her unique approach to making art cards. Vivian uses organza cloth to reflect the beauty of colour and the texture of skin. She then adds layers of photo transfers, beads, thread and other items to create her cards.
Visit www.Zuba-Art.com to see her work and for details.
Brian Coutts
Victoria, Saturday October 20th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Experimenting with Mediums ~ Brian is an experimental painter with expressive roots. He will be demonstrating a large variety of gel based mediums and mixed paint applications.
Brian's experience in art goes from rough pencil sketches to 3D digital animation. He is currently studying at the University of Victoria to become an Art and History teacher. To view his work, visit http://couttsgallery.spaces.live.com/
Candace Thayer-Coe
Granville Island, Sunday October 21st, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Japanese Suminigashi Paper Marbling ~ Join Candace to learn how to make dazzling marbled paper based on an ancient Japanese technique.
Candace studied and practiced Japanese and Western paper making in the Philippines. To view Candace's work visit, www.cabc.net/mem_sect/folios.html
Patricia Balsor
Granville Island, Saturday October 27th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Paper Pulp Sculptures ~ Watch Patricia use paper pulp to create whimsical works from masks to sculptures.
She attended the Clay and Textile Art Program at Capilano College and has participated in many exhibitions. View Patricia's work at www.cabc.net/mem_sect/CrafthousePortfolios/balsor/balsor.htm
Bev Allen
Langley, Saturday October 27th, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Creating a Journal and its uses ~ Taking a special vacation or want to commemorate a special event? Join Bev as she demonstrates how to make and decorate a journal. She will also present a quick introduction to calligraphy and samples of her books.
Bev is a calligrapher and bookbinder. She has studied lettering and bookbinding for 25+ years, and teaches workshops. To contact her, email dragonscribe2207@gmail.com
Julie McIntyre
Granville Island, Sunday October 28th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sewing with Papers ~ Julie will demonstrate multiple techniques for machine sewing decorative papers including adaptations for embroidery and tricks for weaving papers for scrapbooking.
Julie has exhibited in public galleries throughout Canada. View Julie's work at www.juliemcintyre.org
Workshops & Classes
Your choice!
Give yourself some creative spark with over 300 instructors on our workshops and classes database. Are you an instructor? Sign up today and increase your class size by advertising for free on our website!
"I am very grateful for the community workshops section as I had two people enroll who discovered my class through your service. Without those two people enrolling, my class would have been cancelled." ~ Jonathon Holland.
Check it out at https://store.opusframing.com/classes/
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.
INTRODUCTION TO MASK MAKING
Langley
Saturday, October 6th, 2:00pm-3:00pm.
INTRODUCTION TO ACYRLIC PAINTS & MEDIUMS
Kelowna
Sunday, October 7th, 1:00pm-2:00pm
INTRODUCTION TO PEN & INK OPTIONS
North Vancouver
Sunday, October 7th, 2:00pm-3:00pm
INTRODUCTION TO ENCAUSTICS
North Vancouver
Saturday, October 13th, 2:00pm-3:00pm
INTRODUCTION TO OIL PAINTS & SURFACES
Kelowna
Sunday, October 14th, 1:00pm-2:00pm
INTRODUCTION TO MOLDMAKING
Langley
Saturday, October 20th, 2:00pm-3:00pm
INTRODUCTION TO AIRBRUSH
North Vancouver
Sunday, October 21st, 2:00pm-3:00pm
INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOUR
Kelowna
Sunday, October 21st, 1:00pm-2:00pm
INTRODUCTION TO PREPARING SURFACES
Kelowna
Saturday, October 28th, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Need More Inspiration? Take a class! Check it out at https://store.opusframing.com/classes/
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