Fall 2026 Adult Workshop Series
*Stay tuned as many more workshops and information will be added for the Fall/Winter series!
Reminder that classes fill up quick!
SEPTEMBER 2026
Saturday, Sept 12th, 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Photo-Encaustic Workshop
with Ann Shier
You will dive into a variety of fun encaustic techniques to create a mixed-media painting, using your own photos!.
This painting medium combines molten beeswax, resin mixed with pigments and is then applied to a surface of a support.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Learn how to create an encaustic painting in the photo-transfer process on an 6x6" cradled wood panel
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Learn different techniques, explore this unique painting form & turn your favourite memories into unique artwork
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
Sunday, Sept 13th, 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Encaustic Painting Workshop
with Ann Shier
You will dive into a variety of fun encaustic techniques to make Lakes and Landscapes. This painting medium combines molten beeswax, resin mixed with pigments and is then applied to a surface of a support.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Learn step-by-step how to create an encaustic landscape painting on an 8x8" cradled wood panel
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Learn different techniques, have fun exploring this unique painting form and try something new
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Collage Workshop
with Danielle Cole
In this hands-on workshop you will be shown strategies for creating collages that are seamlessly built. Go beyond the glue stick, learning techniques for gluing fine & large pieces of collage without causing material to bubble or tear.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Danielle will help you create a unique piece to take home made from original vintage magazines and books from the 1900s to 1990s
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Learn new techniques and network with like-minded creatives!
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
OCTOBER 2026
Saturday, October 3rd, 2025
12pm - 4pm
$134.00
Painting with Wool
with Jennifer Raetsen
Come and explore the exciting fibre arts medium of painting with wool (aka felting!) in the Blue Crow Studio with artist Jen Raetsen.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Jen will provide personalized feedback and coaching throughout the class
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Using 100% merino wool, learn how to needle felt your own mini landscape as well as a 5x7" piece!
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
Sunday, October 4th, 2025
12pm - 4pm
$134.00
Painting with Wool
with Jennifer Raetsen
Come and explore the exciting fibre arts medium of painting with wool (aka felting!) in the Blue Crow Studio with artist Jen Raetsen.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Jen will provide personalized feedback and coaching throughout the class
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Using 100% merino wool, learn how to needle felt your own mini landscape as well as a 5x7" piece!
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
Sunday, October 18th, 2025
12pm - 4pm
$125.00
Watercolour Workshop
with Tanya Fenkell
Join Tanya for an afternoon of exploring lakes, landscapes and loose watercolour painting. Perfect for beginners! Feel free to bring pictures of your favourite places as inspiration during the class.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Demonstrations combined with tips and tricks and plenty of time to practice together will make for a fun and supportive environment
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Learn how to create beautiful, unique & unstructured lakescape paintings
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
NOVEMBER 2026
Saturday, November 14th, 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Making Memories
with Shannon Dickie
Capture a memory in an oil painting, inspired by your own special moment. With the guidance of Shannon, you will create an 8” round oil painting while exploring colour-mixing strategies.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Feel free to send a few options so Shannon can tell you which will work best in her dreamy style. Shannon will have it sized and ready for a graphite transfer in class.
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Embrace the medium of oil paint and capture your memory while learning more about colour mixing
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
Sunday, November 15th, 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Creating Clouds
with Shannon Dickie
This workshop will explore Colour Mixing through drawing and painting Clouds and Sky. Later in the afternoon, we will translate that exploration into an 8x8-inch oil painting of clouds.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Starting with a Chalk Pastel Sky Drawing, participants will have the opportunity to sketch with chalk pastels as scaffolding for learning about oils.
• CREATIVE EXPLORATION:
Participants will be guided through an initiative colour-matching process that will lead to the final piece.
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
Sunday, November 22nd, 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Embroidery & Visible Mending
with Tanya Fenkell
Join artist Tanya Fenkell for an afternoon of embroidery & visible mending. Discover how to utilize slow stitching techniques to repair clothing, making the mend a distinctive feature.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Revive favourite clothing by repairing, reusing, or adding new elements. The focus will be on basic stitches, mending, & decorative techniques.
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Students will gain knowledge, a stitched patch, and an embellished clothing item (brought by participants).
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
Saturday, November 28th, 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Photo Transfer
with Jodi Wheeler
This workshop will explore Colour Mixing through drawing and painting Clouds and Sky. Later in the afternoon, we will translate that exploration into an 8x8-inch oil painting of clouds.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Starting with a Chalk Pastel Sky Drawing, participants will have the opportunity to sketch with chalk pastels as scaffolding for learning about oils.
• CREATIVE EXPLORATION:
Participants will be guided through an initiative colour-matching process that will lead to the final piece.
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
DECEMBER 2026
Saturday, December 5th 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Circular Weaving
with Kathleen Yamazaki
Join Kathleen for an afternoon of weaving for all skill levels. All necessary tools & a selection of premium, locally sourced fibres from female-led Canadian businesses will be provided.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
This experience is approachable for all levels, from beginners to seasoned fibre lovers. Learning the foundational techniques to help create your very own beautiful, one-of-a-kind wall hanging.
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Take time to connect with your creativity, learn new skills, engage with others, & create something beautiful.
Included:
-10” warped hoop
-Premium, locally-sourced fibres
-Tapestry needle
-Canvas bag to take home with supplies
-Access to Kathleen’s teaching video
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
In this hands-on workshop you will be shown strategies for creating collages that are seamlessly built. Go beyond the glue stick, learning techniques for gluing fine & large pieces of collage without causing material to bubble or tear.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Danielle will help you create a unique piece to take home made from original vintage magazines and books from the 1900s to 1990s
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Learn new techniques and network with like-minded creatives!
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!
Sunday, December 6th, 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Collage Workshop
with Danielle Cole
Sunday, December 13th 2026
12 pm - 4pm
$125.00
Power of the Brushstroke
with David Carmichael
Join David in painting one of his signature Northern Ontario landscapes. Perfect for beginners! Feel free to bring pictures of your favourite places as inspiration during the class.
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
• HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
Demonstrations combined with tips and tricks and plenty of time to practice together will make for a fun and supportive environment
• CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Learn how to create beautiful, unique & unstructured lakescape oil paintings
No previous experience necessary!
Creatives at all levels are welcome.
Click here to sign up!