Join us for a plein air experience at Westmount park where we’ll explore the intricate techniques of embroidery while focusing on capturing the essence of our surroundings. You’ll have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of embroidery stitches and materials. As you stitch outside, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the park, you’ll find inspiration in every corner, and this workshop will focus on translating the sensations and feeling of nature onto fabric as well as drawing notions of perspective and colour theory. This workshop offers a unique experience to develop your skills while connecting with the natural world. Some material included. All skills levels are welcome.

Code:	A23S-BAW03
Price:	$100.00
Materials:	$10.00
Teacher:	Théo Bignon
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	6
Start Date:	Sep 24, 2023
End Date:	Sep 24, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00

In this workshop, we will explore embroidery as a form of drawing in the presence of two models. By focusing on anatomy and line quality, we’ll explore how embroidery can be used to depict the human form with a very expressive form of mark making. You’ll learn various embroidery stitches and techniques, from basic to more advanced, and discover how to use them effectively to enhance the portrayal of anatomy. Some material included.

Code:	A23S-BAW04
Price:	$130.00
Materials:	$10.00
Teacher:	Théo Bignon
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	10
Start Date:	Oct 01, 2023
End Date:	Oct 01, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00

Discover the richness of natural pigments; transform cloth, thread or yarn. During this whirlwind three-week course you will learn how to prepare and dye plant and animal fibres with locally foraged plants and kitchen scraps. You will have the opportunity to experiment with resist dye as well as contact printing techniques. No experience necessary. Some materials provided.

Code:	A23S-BAW05
Price:	$150.00
Materials:	$20.00
Teacher:	Jessica Brouder
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	1
Start Date:	Sep 27, 2023
End Date:	Oct 11, 2023
Schedule:	Wednesday from 18:30 - 21:30

Please call us to register for this course, or if the course is full, we will put your name on a waiting list:

For more information, please contact us at:

514-488-9558

Stippling, curved line, chain stitch: the photography embroidery workshop will allow you to explore the medium of embroidery by discovering basic stitches. After an overview of various techniques and possible variations, participants will be able to familiarize themselves with embroidery on the unique support that is paper. As you progress, the various embroidery stitches acquired will be integrated into a composition project on a photographic image. Colour, balance in composition, depth of field as well as the enhancement of existing elements in photography will be explored during this course. No experience necessary. Some materials provided.

Code:	A23S-BAW06
Price:	$200.00
Materials:	$20.00
Teacher:	Véronique Buist
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	5
Start Date:	Oct 04, 2023
End Date:	Oct 25, 2023
Schedule:	Wednesday from 09:30 - 12:30

This in-depth 3 hour colour course proposes a series of hands-on watercolour explorations: unified or limited palettes, the colour of light, forbidden black and white, weights and balances, delicate transparencies, transitions and harmonies, etc. Create a portfolio of works, along with notes and personal responses for future reference and to reinforce your intuitive colour memory. Varied subjects and personal themes. Prerequisite: two sessions of watercolour.
Materials not included.

Code:	A23S-BAW07
Price:	$55.00
Teacher:	Naghmeh Sharifi
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	9
Start Date:	Oct 08, 2023
End Date:	Oct 08, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 13:00

In this workshop we will look at working with alcohol inks on mineral paper: a non-porous non absorbant paper that offers a unique way of working with liquid mediums such as ink and watercolour. We will have a look at various techniques in both abstraction and figuration. Previous experience and knowledge of working with liquid mediums such as ink or watercolours is required.
Materials not included.

Code:	A23S-BAW08
Price:	$55.00
Teacher:	Naghmeh Sharifi
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	5
Start Date:	Oct 15, 2023
End Date:	Oct 15, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 13:00

Are you stuck in an artistic rut? Get in the groove! This one day workshop offers a variety of exercises and prompts designed to get unblocked, generate ideas and develop lasting creative habits. For anyone with an art practice of any kind, or anyone who simply wants to sharpen their creative mind.
All levels welcome. Materials included.

Code:	A23S-BAW09
Price:	$100.00
Materials:	$20.00
Teacher:	Corina Kennedy
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	2
Start Date:	Oct 22, 2023
End Date:	Oct 22, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00

In this stimulating workshop we will create our own custom painted papers using pattern and colour, employing a range of fabulous techniques. We will put them to use along with other imagery to create unique and fantastic final finished artworks. All techniques and methods will be carefully demonstrated and explained. All materials are provided.

Code:	A23S-BAW10
Price:	$100.00
Materials:	$70.00
Teacher:	Melanie Matthews
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	0
Start Date:	Nov 19, 2023
End Date:	Nov 19, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00

Please call us to register for this course, or if the course is full, we will put your name on a waiting list:

For more information, please contact us at:

514-488-9558

This full-day workshop combines various techniques to help you create works of textile art or to embellish clothing. We will pull from a repertoire of proposed techniques that will inspire the realization of a work. Explore different fabrics and learn techniques to enhance their surfaces, including Pebeo fabric paints, bleach drawing, embroidery, and applique to bring your artistic visions to life. This workshop welcomes participants of all skill levels. Materials provided but if you want to embellish clothing bring it along.

Code:	A23S-BAW11
Price:	$100.00
Materials:	$20.00
Teacher:	Molly Bertheaud
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	11
Start Date:	Nov 05, 2023
End Date:	Nov 05, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00

This one-day workshop will approach landscape as a pictorial subject on large formats. Both in drawing and watercolour, you will discover the richness and go in depth into this fascinating subject. Horizon lines, atmospheric perspective and overall unity will be among the aspects discussed during the day. All levels are welcome.
Materials not included.

Code:	A23S-BAW12
Price:	$100.00
Teacher:	Camille Courier de Mèré
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	10
Start Date:	Nov 12, 2023
End Date:	Nov 12, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00

The portrait will be the focus of this intensive one-day workshop, but it will be approached spontaneously. You will explore effective ways to bring out an expression or character. You will work from a series of exercises and from photographs, then the last two hours of the day will be devoted to studies with a model. The choice of medium is open, chosen from drawing, ink or watercolour. Some drawing experience is recommended.
Materials not included.

Code:	A23S-BAW13
Price:	$120.00
Teacher:	Helena Martin-Franco
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	8
Start Date:	Nov 26, 2023
End Date:	Nov 26, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00

Making a mandala can be a powerful experience, bringing together potent personal imagery with colour and design within the geometry of the circle. Mandala is a map of how consciousness flows from energy to matter. Guided meditation and visualization will help participants to invite personal themes and symbols to emerge. Coloured pencil, watercolour or coloured inks. Other media possible, all skill levels are welcome.
Materials not included.

Code:	A23S-BAW14
Price:	$100.00
Teacher:	Helga Schleeh
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	10
Start Date:	Nov 26, 2023
End Date:	Nov 26, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00

This workshop will explore how meditation techniques can be adapted to one’s drawing practice. Through guided exercises we will explore concepts of awareness, attention, and close looking. We will explore the parallels between breathwork, mantras, repetition and mark-making. All drawing materials and skill levels are welcome.

Code:	A23S-BAW15
Price:	$100.00
Teacher:	Corina Kennedy
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	8
Start Date:	Dec 03, 2023
End Date:	Dec 03, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00

During this one day workshop you will learn to take better pictures of your artwork, how to use a tripod, and lighting and framing the subject. Once the images are captured, you will see how to transfer them to the computer, make adjustments to colour and contrast, and finally, output the photos in correct format for printing or online use. You’ll be ready to document your own work! Some photo experience preferable.

Code:	A23S-BAW16
Price:	$100.00
Teacher:	Federico Cuartas-Aristizabal
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	11
Start Date:	Dec 10, 2023
End Date:	Dec 10, 2023
Schedule:	Sunday from 10:00 - 16:00