This course is an introduction to weaving as a form of visual art-making. To begin, you will be guided through the building and setting up - warping - of a frame loom. During the course you will produce samplers using various colour mixing and joining techniques for both tapestry and cloth weaving. We will go through several ways to finish and finally display the weaving. Throughout the course you will be introduced to exciting weaving practices both historical and contemporary. For beginners.
Some materials included.

Code:	A23S-BATX36-2A
Price:	$385.00
Materials:	$40.00
Teacher:	Jessica Brouder
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	5
Start Date:	Sep 19, 2023
End Date:	Dec 05, 2023
Schedule:	Tuesday from 14:00 - 17:00

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514-488-9558

This course is an introduction to the expansive possibilities of tapestry weaving as a visual art medium. We will explore various approaches to this versatile technique, which requires no specialized equipment. Students will discover a diverse selection of contemporary tapestry artists as inspiration. Over seven weeks, we will build portable frame looms and experiment with colour, pattern, texture, imagery, and the sculptural potential of tapestry. Creative finishing and display methods will also be discussed. For beginners. Some materials included.

Code:	A23S-BATX40-4N
Price:	$385.00
Materials:	$40.00
Teacher:	Sophia Borowska
Focus:	Beaux-arts/Fine Arts
Semester:	Automne/Fall
Year:	2023
Spots Remaining:	4
Start Date:	Sep 21, 2023
End Date:	Dec 07, 2023
Schedule:	Thursday from 18:30 - 21:30

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514-488-9558

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