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 December

Drop in Watercolor Sessions at the Muttart

Dec 7

1 pm and 2:15 pm

sign up here as early as Nov 23 https://movelearnplay.edmonton.ca/COE/public/category/browse/MUTDIP#gsc.tab=0

all supplies and entrance fee to the pyraimds included

Enjoy capturing the beauty and colourful hues of a small poinsettia plant using watercolours.  ALL MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED, just bring yourself & your creativity.

Poinsettia Painting at the Muttart: Watercolour Workshop - Class Code   #765518  

Thurs. Dec 12 & 19, 6-9 pm (2 spots left as of Nov20)

$80 all supplies included

Paint the foliage of the ever popular poinsettia plant in the Feature Pyramid at the Muttart! Enjoy two evenings capturing the beauty and colourful hues of the leaves as you explore using watercolours. Through hands-on demonstrations from artist Julie Drew, learn to paint the poinsettia’s flowers and leaves using a variety of painting techniques. ALL MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED, just bring yourself & your creativity.

Classes in January

Acrylic Painting Explorations- Class Code: 749789

5 Fridays, Jan 10-Feb 7, 2025

1-4 pm

Location: City Arts Centre: 10943 83 Ave NW, Edmonton

cost $135

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.

Acrylic 1&2 - Class Code #749788

8 Fri. Jan 10-Feb 7, Feb 21-Mar 7, 2025

Cost: $216

Location: Dr. Anne Anderson Community Centre: 11810 35 Ave 

Quick drying time and multiple textures make acrylics a great choice for beginners and intermediates. In this weekly course learn painting basics such as composition, colour, and numerous painting techniques. Talented artists and painters will guide you through various subject matter such as still life, portraits & figures, landscapes, and much more in this inspiring and engaging weekly course. Have the opportunity to learn a wealth of knowledge and express your personal creativity.

Acrylic 1 & 2 - Class Code #749787

8 Tuesdays, Jan 21 - Mar 11, 2025

6:30-9:30 pm

Cost: $216

Location: City Arts Centre

Quick drying time and multiple textures make acrylics a great choice for beginners and intermediates. In this weekly course learn painting basics such as composition, colour, and numerous painting techniques. Talented artists and painters will guide you through various subject matter such as still life, portraits & figures, landscapes, and much more in this inspiring and engaging weekly course. Have the opportunity to learn a wealth of knowledge and express your personal creativity.

Classes in February

Discover the Joy of Watercolour - Class Code #749837

 6 Tuesdays, Feb 4 -Mar 11, 2025 

1-4pm

Cost: $162 

Location: City Arts Centre, Studio 1

Flowing watercolors without creating mud, build layers, create textures, paint rhythm, work on landscapes, portrait or abstracts. Each week we will explore the possibilities with watercolor. This class is for beginner to advance students.

Capturing the Essence of Botanicals at the Muttart: Watercolour Valentine's Card Workshop 
class code #749813

1 Sunday, Feb 9, 2025

10 am-3 pm

$80 All Supplies Included

Create your very own Valentine's Day & Floral themed cards while enjoying the gorgeous scenery at the Muttart during this one day workshop. You will have the opportunity to sketch and create compositions of the foliage and flowers in the Feature Pyramid at the Muttart. Use that inspiration to create a set of 4 watercolour cards. Please note a lunch break will be from 12:30 -1 pm, bring along your lunch if you would like, or you can purchase a lunch at Cafe Bloom or view the pyramids for longer. ALL MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED, just bring yourself & your creativity.

Capturing the Essence of Botanicals at the Muttart Conservatory: Acrylic Workshop - Class Code: 749834

3 Sundays, Feb 23-Mar 9, 2025

10 am-12:30 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.

Winter Landscapes in the River Valley: Drawing and Painting - Class Code #749791

4 Sundays, Feb 23-Mar 9, Mar 23, 2025

 2-5 pm

$108

Yorath House , 13110 Buena Vista Rd NW, Edmonton  

It is different to draw and paint from life than just using photos. Artist Julie Drew will teach you that what our eyes can see is so much more than a photo can capture. This weekly class at Yorath House will have you experiencing your Tuesday evenings seeing and sketching the scenes around you while learning important drawing and painting skills and techniques. Each week you will spend time enjoying nature with a sketchbook and watercolour pencils in hand. 

Plein Air Drawing and Painting Supply List

Winter Colours in Watercolour : Drawing and Painting Techniques - Class Code #749802 

 6 Thursdays, Feb 6-Mar 13, 2025 

1-4pm

Cost: $180 (all supplies included)

Location: City Arts Centre, Studio 3

Let stunning fall colors inspire you as you learn composition, basic color theory, and a variety of techniques in watercolor, watercolor pencil, and ink. You will work from demos and on your own projects learning composition and mixing the mediums into a painting. This class is for beginner to advance students.

Classes in March

Capturing the Essence of Botanicals at the Muttart: Watercolour Workshop 
class code #749835

3 Thursdays, Mar 6-Mar 20, 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.