Registration for all the classes below are on the movelearnplay.Edmonton.ca website then click>registered programs>arts programs>adult programs> ***painting classes are now under Painting Classes and drawing classes are separate under Drawing and Mixed media art programs. The classes are listed alphabetically. I put the class code with each class that may work in the search. ALTERNATIVELY, you can call 311 to register. There are similar class titles by other instructors. Check the time and instructor information as well.
Classes in May
cost $162
Explore the possibilities with acrylic paint with artist Julie Drew. To begin, gain knowledge in paint and colour by learning about colour mixing and themes. After getting used to brushwork and paint handling, then experiment with adding textures and inclusions: eggshells, sand, and collage elements such as handmade papers and transfer techniques. Make your own creative choices and explore your imagination using acrylic paint. Have the chance to develop your skills as you further your own style and preferences as you explore acrylic paintings with subject matter that inspires you and sparks your creativity.
Capturing the Essence of Botanicals at the Muttart Conservatory: Acrylic Workshop - Class Code: 753120 - class full, waiting list
3 Thursdays, May 8-22, 2025
6 - 8:30 pm
Location: Muttart Conservatory, 9626 96a St NW, Edmonton, AB T6C 4L8
Cost $99 ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED
Capture the essence of flowers and variegated plants in acrylics during this three week workshop at the Muttart Conservatory. Artist Julie Drew will teach you that art is learning how to see; she will have you spend time sketching, creating composition strategies, and gathering inspiration from the botanicals in the Feature Pyramid. After drawing what stands out to you, taking photos, and finding interesting inspiration you will learn how to translate this to a painting with hands-on demonstrations and one on one instruction that will open up painting possibilities for you to explore. ALL MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED, just bring yourself & your creativity.
Animals & Birds in Watercolour : Drawing and Painting Techniques - Class Code #753171
(10 spots left as of May 2)
6 Thursdays, May 15 - June 19, 2025
1-4pm
Cost: $180 (all supplies included)
Location: Arts Hub Ortona, 9722 102 St NW, Edmonton
Paint and draw animals and birds in landscapes as you learn composition, basic color theory, and a variety of techniques in watercolor, watercolor pencil, and ink. You will work from demos from Artist Julie Drew over the six weeks. ALL MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED, just bring yourself & your creativity
Spring Landscapes in the River Valley: Drawing and Painting - Class Code #749791 (4 spots left as of May 2)
4 Sundays, May 24- June 15, 2025
2-5 pm
$108
Yorath House , 13110 Buena Vista Rd NW, Edmonton
Capture the emergence of a spring landscape in watercolor, watercolor pencils, and ink with Artist Julie Drew. Enjoy your Sunday afternoons by taking inspiration from the river valley, as you explore outside to gesture draw and paint the landscape.
Plein Air Drawing and Painting Supply List
Capturing the Essence of Botanicals at the Muttart: Watercolour Workshop
class code #753121 (class full, waiting list)
3 Thursdays, May 29-June 12, 2025
6-8:30 pm
$99 All Supplies Included
Capture the essence of flowers and variegated plants with watercolours during this three week workshop at the Muttart Conservatory. Artist Julie Drew will teach you that art is learning how to see; she will have you spend time sketching, creating composition strategies, and gathering inspiration from the botanicals in the Feature Pyramid. After drawing what stands out to you, taking photos, and finding interesting inspiration you will learn how to translate this to a painting with hands-on demonstrations and one on one instruction that will open up painting possibilities for you to explore. ALL MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED, just bring yourself & your creativity.
