Spring Programs 2019

Coming soon: Registration is now open  for the VAC's new adults programs for Spring 2019. Early registrations help us to ensure that all of our scheduled classes are able to run. Become a VAC member today and save 10% on your registration. In order to run quality courses for you, a minimum of 6 students is required in order to cover costs and a maximum of 12 students provides a safe and optimum setting for learning and fun. This is standard for all classes unless otherwise posted. 

PLEASE NOTE:  The VAC has a zero tolerance policy regarding violence in our programs. Offending students' participation in any program will be terminated if there is a problem and class fees will not be refunded. Please leave all electronic devices (gaming devices and cellphones) at home as we cannot be responsible for them. The VAC is a nut free zone.

Please read the VAC Cancellation Policy before you commit to any classes.

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​​Watercolour Painting​

4 Weeks, 2 sessions
​Tuesdays 11:00am - 2:00pm
Session 1: April 2 - April 23
Session 2: April 30 - May 21
Price: $100
VAC members receive a 10% discount
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This course is guided by an experienced teacher for all levels. Learn how to paint transparent watercolours with glowing light. Traditional watercolour techniques will be taught with impressionistic style through basic drawing, colour mixing and composition. Enjoy yourself in a positive, encouraging atmosphere. You supply your own materials. A supply list will be provided upon registration.
​Instructor: Hi-Sook Barker
Download the supply list here.

​​​Painting 101

4 Weeks, 2 sessions
Tuesdays 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Session 1: April 2 - April 23
Session 2: April 30 - May 21
Price: $110
VAC members receive a 10% discount
 
Discover the unique characteristics of various mediums of painting. Experiment with drawing, watercolours, acrylics and oils, and complete two small still-life paintings in four short weeks. In session two, continue to paint your own projects in a friendly group setting while learning some tips and tricks to improve your paintings. Paint from your favourite photo or a still-life from objects before you. For adults and high school students experienced or new to painting.
​Instructor: Todd Tremeer

Hyperrealism in Acrylics

4 Weeks, 2 sessions
​​Wednesdays 6:00pm - 9:00pm
​Session 1: March 27 - April 17
Session 2: April 24 - May 15
Price: $110
VAC members receive a 10% discount
 
Create paintings that resemble high-resolution photographs while using acrylic paint. Capture the way the light hits glass or the shine of an apple. Learn the steps of creating detailed images in an easy and approachable way that will help beginners learn how to paint like professionals. ​
​Instructor: Ian Bodnaryk
Download the program instructions here.

​Acrylic Landscape Painting​

​4 Weeks, 2 sessions
Thursdays 11:00am - 2:00pm
Session 1: April 4 - April 25
Session 2: May 2 - May 23
Price: $100
VAC members receive a 10% discount
 
This course offers a fun and intensive experience to practice different techniques for developing original landscape art. How do we create a sense of season, movement, and change through painting? Appropriate for all levels of students. A supply list will be provided upon registration. ​
Instructor: Marissa Sweet
Download the supply list here.

​Uninstructed Life Drawing

Sundays, 11:00am - 2:00 pm
Price:$45/4 week (per month)  or
             $20/week (pay as you go)
 
This is a program for artists looking to work with a live model. Come in and draw or paint independently and work alongside other artists from January 13 until May 26, 2019.

Schedule:
January 13, 20, 27
February 3, 10, 17, 24
March 3, 10*, 17, 24
April 7, 14, 28
May 5, 12, 19, 26
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*March 10 is cancelled
Please note that there will be no session on Easter Sunday, April 21st, 2019.

Pottery Exploration:
​​The Process​ - CANCELLED

8 Weeks - AFTERNOONS
Tuesdays 2:00pm - 5:00pm 
March 26 - May 14
Price: $220
VAC members receive a 10% discount

Curious about pottery? Want to hone your skills? This course will focus on the intuitive and experiential process of creating pottery on the potter’s wheel with the exploration of hand-building as an option. Lose the pressure of producing a final product at the end of the course, be prepared to use lots of clay with the possibility of glazing a piece or two, by arrangement with the instructor. Instructor: George Stewart

​Beginner's Pottery​ - SOLD OUT

8 Weeks - EVENINGS
Tuesdays 6:00pm - 9:00pm 
March 26 - May 14
Price: $220
VAC members receive a 10% discount
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New to pottery? This course will focus on creating functional pottery while exploring fundamental methods: pinch, slab, coil, wheel throwing, combined with a variety of decorating techniques. The cost of one sleeve of clay is included in program fees. Instructor: George Stewart

Beginner's to Mid-level
​Wheel Throwing - SOLD OUT

8 Weeks - AFTERNOONS
Wednesdays 2:00pm - 5:00pm 
March 27 - May 15
Price: $220
VAC members receive a 10% discount

If you are at the start of your pottery practice or if you are a seasoned potter who would like to expand their skills, this class is for you! Participants will learn to throw more consistently and get more out of their clay. Students will learn to make a variety of lidded pieces such as honey and garlic pots, butter dishes, sugar bowls, canisters and plates. Spots are limited according to our number of wheels - 9 per class! The cost of one sleeve of clay is included in program fees.
​Instructor: George Stewart

Beginner’s Wheel
Throwing - SOLD OUT

8 Weeks - EVENINGS
Thursdays 6:00pm - 9:00pm 
March 28 - May 16
Price: $220
VAC members receive a 10% discount

Experience the magic of creating a form on the potter’s wheel and explore some basic hand-building techniques. By the time the classes are done, you will have pots to use and share. If you’re unsure of yourself and would like a refresher, this is also the class for you! Spots are limited according to our number of wheels - 9 per class! The cost of one sleeve of clay is included in program fees. ​Instructor: George Stewart

Pottery Open Studio

We've moved all Pottery Open Studio information to it's very own page - click here!

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