| CLASSES
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are descriptions of some of Nicole's workshops. Currently, she
teaches in Cambridge and Waterloo. |
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Nicole for information on workshops or to inquire about
arranging one. |
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| UPCOMING
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| Acrylic
Painting |
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about the wide range of options of this versatile medium. |
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Dramatic Tone & Vibrant Colour
Six-Week Workshop |
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Learn
a variety of ways to use contemporary art materials
to reinvent the old masters' technique of applying transparent
glazes over a monochromatic underpainting. Learn step-by-step
about acrylic mediums and pigments; colour mixing; different
painting surfaces; how to make smooth gradations; and
combining acrylics with charcoal, conté and pastels.
Suitable for all subjects and skill levels.
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When:
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11
am to 1 pm on Thursdays
Starts
May 3rd, 2012 NEW DATE
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Location:
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Button
Factory
Waterloo Community Art Centre
25 Regina Street,
Waterloo |
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Cost:
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$115 (Member $100) plus HST and materials
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Registration:
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519-886-4577,
online or in person
refer to class code VA-12-24 |
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Website:
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www.buttonfactoryarts.ca |
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| Mixed
Media |
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techniques that make the most of the unique properties of each
medium covered. |
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Drawing
and Painting on Location at RARE Sites Research Reserve
Five Week Workshop |
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to make art inspired by nature on location at rare
Charitable Research Reserve in Cambridge. With over 900
acres of preserved habitats rare has a treasure of subjects
that will capture your imagination. Each week a different
location will be visited, including old growth forests,
cliffs and the Grand River flood plain. Learn how to capture
the beauty of the area in watercolours, oil pastels and
coloured pencils. Suitable for all levels. First class
will meet at the arts centre, the remaining 4 weeks will
be spent at rare. Visit the website at www.raresites.org. |
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Painting
with Watercolours
Eight
Week Workshop
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Discover the unique capabilities of watercolour. Learn
about pigments, mixing colours, different papers and brushes.
Get tips on how to paint the subjects that interest you.
Options for combining watercolour with other media will
be introduced. Suitable for beginners and those wishing
to expand their knowledge and skills. |
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When:
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7 to 9 pm on Wednesdays
Starts
April 18th, 2012
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Location:
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Cambridge
Centre for the Arts
60 Dickson Street, Cambridge |
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Cost:
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$80 (Member $68) plus HST and materials
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Registration:
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In person at the Cambridge Centre for the Arts
or call 519-740-4681 ext 4376
refer to course code 164903
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Website:
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www.cambridgecentreforthearts.ca
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| Acrylic
Painting |
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about the wide range of options of this versatile medium. |
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| Art
Classes at Michaels - Waterloo and Toronto Stores |
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| Learn
the steps to complete a still life, seascape or floral
painting in one class using Grumbacher Academy Acrylics. |
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| Introduction
to Drawing |
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your drawing skills and develop your unique style. |
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| Lyrical
Line and Dramatic Tone |
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careful observation, and playful experimentation, improve
your drawing skills using charcoal, graphite pencil and
conté. This 6-week workshop is for the inexperienced and
for those looking for a refresher. |
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| Painting
with Soft Pastels |
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about making pastel "paintings" with the rich
colours of Schmincke
soft pastels. Learn about the different effects possible
using a variety of papers and grounds. Use the pastels
in combination with water to make watercolour-like paintings.
Different ways to mix colours and create tonal values
will be covered. |
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All
images © Nicole Waddick 1995-2011 all rights reserved
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