Adult Learners (Ages 18+) – Monthly Art Program

Adult Learners Program – Ages 18+

Structure: 1 class per week | 4 classes total | 2 hours each | $65 per lesson

Location: 795 Sterling Lyon Parkway, Winnipeg, MB R3P 1H3.

Focus: High-level fundamentals and medium-specific techniques (including Oil/Acrylic options).

Week 1: Fundamental Sketching & Composition

• Overview of drawing materials and "Sight-Size" measuring for accurate proportions.
• Exercise: Quick gesture drawing followed by a sustained 45-minute still life sketch.

Week 2: Light, Shadow, and Value

• Understanding the light source; using graphite to render 3D form through light and shadow.
• Exercise: Creating a high-contrast study of an everyday object (e.g., a crushed can or shoe).

Week 3: Color Theory & Mixing

• Deep dive into color temperature (warm vs. cool) and mixing realistic skin/nature tones.
• Exercise: Mixing a full palette from just primary colors and painting a small fruit study.

Week 4: Choice of Medium (Acrylic, Water Colour, or Oil)

• Guided start to a long-term painting. For those requesting Oil, focus on safety and medium layering (fat-over-lean).
• Exercise: Beginning a landscape or portrait based on personal reference photos.