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SUMMARY:Step-by-Step Acrylic Painting with Alexander Campbell
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Sunday\, April 27th\, 1:30-3:30 PM\nLocation: The Lion’s Den\, Comox\nLevel: Beginner\nCost: $45 \nJoin Alexander Campbell for a guided acrylic painting experience\, perfect for beginners. In this step-by-step class\, Alexander will demonstrate a painting while participants follow along on their own canvases. By the end of the session\, each participant will leave with a completed painting. \nAbout the Instructor:\nAlex Campbell is a Comox Valley artist known for his vibrant West Coast-themed paintings featuring wildlife and wilderness. Skilled in multiple mediums\, he has experience painting on rock\, wood\, glass\, fabric\, and canvas. As a dynamic Paint Nite host and tour guide\, Alex is adept at leading groups through creative activities in a fun and engaging way. \nAll materials are provided\, including aprons\, brushes\, paints\, canvases\, easels\, water cups\, and tablecloths.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/step-by-step-acrylic-painting-with-alexander-campbell/
LOCATION:Lion’s Den\, 1729 rear\, Comox Ave\, Comox\, BC\, V9M 3M1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Layering Colours for Luminosity A Watercolour Class with Alora Griffin
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, April 13\, 1 to 5 pm\nLocation: The Lion’s Den\, Comox\nLevel: Intermediate – participants should be familiar with colour theory and mixing.\nCost: $100 per person \nStudents will learn how to layer transparent watercolour paints to achieve a luminous effect on paper\, much like layers of stained glass. The instructor will illustrate the technique which the students will try out in the first half of the class. In the second half of the class\, students will create a painting of a simple landscape or seascape by layering colours.  Students can work from their own photo or print although prints will be provided. \nAbout the Instructor\nAlora is a skilled watercolourist who has recently returned to Vancouver Island to retire. She was previously a practicing architect in Toronto\, Prince Rupert and on Salt Spring Island and prior to this taught high school art in New Zealand and Vancouver. She was recently accepted as an exhibiting member of the Federation of Canadian Artists. \nWhat to bring \n\n\nPAINTS: We will be using a limited palette of transparent colours. (If you wish to substitute other primary colours they have to be transparent\, not opaque.) \n\n\nAureolin Yellow \n\n\nRose Madder Genuine or Permanent Rose \n\n\nCobalt Blue \n\n\nViridian \n\n\n\n\n\nPAPER: We will be painting on 2 blocks of 140 lb. watercolour paper\, which have 3 or 4 sides glued. Sizes may vary depending upon the manufacturer. \n\n\n1 block – 7” x 9.5” ( 18 x 24cm ) \n\n\n1 block – 9.5” x 12.5” ( 24 x 32cm ) \n\n\n\n\n\nBRUSHES: Brushes can be natural fibres ( the most expensive ) synthetic ( the least expensive )\, or a blend: \n\n\n1 Pointed #8 or #10 \n\n\n1 Round #12 or #14 \n\n\n1 Flat 1/2” or 3/4”. \n\n\n\n\nSmall roll of paper towels and a soft graphite pencil \n\n\nNOTE: Palettes for mixing paint and containers for rinsing brushes will be supplied. \nWhere to purchase \n\n\nPJ’s Art Supply\, 1365 Cliffe Ave (Pearl members receive a discount) \n\n\nMonk Office\, #3-2760 Cliffe Ave (Pearl members receive a discount) \n\n\nBenjamin Moore House of Color\, 249 5th St (Pearl members receive a discount) \n\n\nValley Art Supply\, Comox Mall\, lower level
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/layering-colours-for-luminosity-a-watercolour-class-with-alora-griffin-3/
LOCATION:Lion’s Den\, 1729 rear\, Comox Ave\, Comox\, BC\, V9M 3M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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SUMMARY:Layering Colours for Luminosity: A Watercolour Class with Alora Griffin
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, April 13\, 1 to 5 pm\nLocation: The Lion’s Den\, Comox\nLevel: Intermediate – participants should be familiar with colour theory and mixing.\nCost: $100 per person \n\n\n\nStudents will learn how to layer transparent watercolour paints to achieve a luminous effect on paper\, much like layers of stained glass. The instructor will illustrate the technique which the students will try out in the first half of the class. In the second half of the class\, students will create a painting of a simple landscape or seascape by layering colours.  Students can work from their own photo or print although prints will be provided. \nAbout the Instructor\nAlora is a skilled watercolourist who has recently returned to Vancouver Island to retire. She was previously a practicing architect in Toronto\, Prince Rupert and on Salt Spring Island and prior to this taught high school art in New Zealand and Vancouver. She was recently accepted as an exhibiting member of the Federation of Canadian Artists. \nWhat to bring \n\n\nPAINTS: We will be using a limited palette of transparent colours. (If you wish to substitute other primary colours they have to be transparent\, not opaque.) \n\n\nAureolin Yellow \n\n\nRose Madder Genuine or Permanent Rose \n\n\nCobalt Blue \n\n\nViridian \n\n\n\n\n\nPAPER: We will be painting on 2 blocks of 140 lb. watercolour paper\, which have 3 or 4 sides glued. Sizes may vary depending upon the manufacturer. \n\n\n1 block – 7” x 9.5” ( 18 x 24cm ) \n\n\n1 block – 9.5” x 12.5” ( 24 x 32cm ) \n\n\n\n\n\nBRUSHES: Brushes can be natural fibres ( the most expensive ) synthetic ( the least expensive )\, or a blend: \n\n\n1 Pointed #8 or #10 \n\n\n1 Round #12 or #14 \n\n\n1 Flat 1/2” or 3/4”. \n\n\n\n\nSmall roll of paper towels and a soft graphite pencil \n\n\nNOTE: Palettes for mixing paint and containers for rinsing brushes will be supplied. \nWhere to purchase \n\n\nPJ’s Art Supply\, 1365 Cliffe Ave (Pearl members receive a discount) \n\n\nMonk Office\, #3-2760 Cliffe Ave (Pearl members receive a discount) \n\n\nBenjamin Moore House of Color\, 249 5th St (Pearl members receive a discount) \n\n\nValley Art Supply\, Comox Mall\, lower level \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy:\nCancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the event. \nIf Pearl Ellis Gallery must cancel and is unable to reschedule\, or if the new date does not work for you\, you will receive a full refund.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/layering-colours-for-luminosity-a-watercolour-class-with-alora-griffin-2/
LOCATION:Lion’s Den\, 1729 rear\, Comox Ave\, Comox\, BC\, V9M 3M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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SUMMARY:Layering Colours for Luminosity: A Watercolour Class with Alora Griffin
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, April 13\, 1 to 5 pm\nLocation: The Lion’s Den\, Comox\nLevel: Intermediate\nCost: $100 per person \nStudents will learn how to layer transparent watercolour paints to achieve a luminous effect on paper\, much like layers of stained glass. The instructor will illustrate the technique which the students will try out in the first half of the class. In the second half of the class\, students will create a painting of a simple landscape or seascape by layering colours.  Students can work from their own photo or print although prints will be provided. \nAbout the Instructor \nAlora is a skilled watercolourist who has recently returned to Vancouver Island to retire. She was previously a practicing architect in Toronto\, Prince Rupert and on Salt Spring Island and prior to this taught high school art in New Zealand and Vancouver. She was recently accepted as an exhibiting member of the Federation of Canadian Artists. \n\nWhat to bring \n\nPAINTS: We will be using a limited palette of transparent colours. (If you wish to substitute other primary colours they have to be transparent\, not opaque.)\n\nAureolin Yellow\nRose Madder Genuine or Permanent Rose\nCobalt Blue\nViridian\n \n\n\nPAPER: We will be painting on 2 blocks of 140 lb. watercolour paper\, which have 3 or 4 sides glued. Sizes may vary depending upon the manufacturer.\n\n1 block – 7” x 9.5” ( 18 x 24cm )\n1 block – 9.5” x 12.5” ( 24 x 32cm )\n\n\nBRUSHES: Brushes can be natural fibres ( the most expensive ) synthetic ( the least expensive )\, or a blend:\n\n1 Pointed #8 or #10\n1 Round #12 or #14\n1 Flat 1/2” or 3/4”.\n\n\nSmall roll of paper towels and a soft graphite pencil\n\nNOTE: Palettes for mixing paint and containers for rinsing brushes will be supplied. \nWhere to purchase \n\nPJ’s Art Supply\, 1365 Cliffe Ave (Pearl members receive a discount)\nMonk Office\, #3-2760 Cliffe Ave (Pearl members receive a discount)\nBenjamin Moore House of Color\, 249 5th St (Pearl members receive a discount)\nValley Art Supply\, Comox Mall\, lower level
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/layering-colours-for-luminosity-a-watercolour-class-with-alora-griffin/
LOCATION:Lion’s Den\, 1729 rear\, Comox Ave\, Comox\, BC\, V9M 3M1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Art Studio Clearance Sale
DESCRIPTION:Eight local artists will be offering original works of art at greatly reduced prices\, up to 70% off. And 10% of sales will be donated to the Comox Valley Food Bank. \nThis sale runs Nov. 16-17 from 10-4. It is in the Lion’s Den\, downstairs from the Pearl Ellis Gallery (entrance off of Nordin Street). Note that Giftables sale at the Pearl Ellis Gallery will also be running on the Saturday (Nov. 16th). \nCome early to get the best selection!
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/art-studio-clearance-sale/
LOCATION:Lion’s Den\, 1729 rear\, Comox Ave\, Comox\, BC\, V9M 3M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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