• Fall Watercolour Classes

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  • New Space - New Classes

    This fall, I’m offering a wonderul series of watercolor classes in a great new space at our new home. The park we are living in has a clubhouse that we can use to paint in. It's an awesome space with great light and lots of room. There is a full kitchen with access to water, fridge, and microwave. With plenty of room to spread out and work on larger sheets of watercolour paper.

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    These classes are perfect for anyone looking to loosen up, try something new, or just spend a lovely day painting in great company. Each student will have their own 6 ft table. I will have drawings ready for you to use. If you don't have supplies don't worry for a small fee I will set you up with all the supplies you will need for each class. The Dive Into Watercolours class has everything supplied.

  • Holiday Cards in Watercolour
    Saturdays, November 22, 2025 - 1 PM to 5 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey
     
    $75

    Join me this November for a cozy afternoon of creativity and cheer at the La Mesa clubhouse! We’ll spend a relaxing few hours painting festive holiday cards in watercolor — perfect for sending a personal touch to friends and family this season. I’ll guide you step-by-step through fun, simple designs while you enjoy good company, holiday treats, and the joyful spirit of the season. All levels welcome!
     
     
  • Owls in Watercolour

    Will Reschedule
     
    Join me as we let the paint flow and capture the wild spirit of the owl. In this class, you will discover how to work very loosely in watercolour, embracing soft washes, playful edges, and just enough detail to bring those piercing owl eyes to life.
     
    This lesson is all about freedom and expression, learning to trust the paint, and letting your owl emerge naturally on the page. Perfect for anyone who loves painting loosely and wants to capture the character of wildlife with bold, flowing colour.

  • Giraffe Calf in Watercolour
    Saturday, October 18th, 10 AM - 3 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey
     
    Join me for a playful painting session where we will capture the charm of a baby giraffe. With its big, expressive eyes and one-of-a-kind spots, this little calf is full of personality and fun to paint. I will guide you step-by-step so you can enjoy creating lively markings, soft textures, and that unmistakable giraffe gaze. No experience needed, just bring your curiosity and love of animals!


     
     

  • Painting Trout Underwater in Watercolour
    Thursday, August 28th, 10 AM - 3 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    I have been painting trout this summer and have really enjoyed this interesting subject matter. In this class I will teach you how to paint a trout underwater using a rich, loose background and lots of colour in your fish. You will learn how to work with wet paint and wet paper.

    In this class you will also learn the all important technique of going dark enough with your painting. You really need those darks to make all your light colours pop.

  • Painting Elephants in Watercolour
    Thursday, September 4th, 10 AM - 3 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    In this class I will have several drawings of elephants that you can choose from. As you paint you will learn how to work wet-into-wet using a limited palette and big brushes, and retaining the whites of your paper for lit areas.

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  • Lively Florals in Watercolour
    Friday, September 26th, 10 AM - 3 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    In this class I will walk you through the steps to create lively florals in a glass vase. In this class I start you out with a vase shape and then help you fill it with beautiful flowers using different brush strokes and colours. Let you imagination run wild in this class as we get the big brushes out and work on larger sheets of paper.

  • Acrylic
    Thursday, September 18th
    10 AM – 3 PM (Short lunch break at noon)
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey



    Join me in learning a few new tips and tricks in this one-day Acrylic Class. In this class I will show you how to simplify your paintings by working with a toned canvas with a limited palette. I will also show you how to sketch in your initial drawing and help you get started on the right note.

    Bring the acrylics you have, I will have other supplies you can use if needed.

    This class is perfect for all levels, I look forward to painting with you.
     

  • Painting Colourful Roosters

    Friday, September 19th, 10 AM - 3 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    If you are struggling with keeping your watercolours nice and fresh join me painting this handsome fellow. As you paint you will learn how to work with lots of water and pigment to create rich textures and light. I will also have several other rooster drawings to choose from. Come have a fun day painting watercolours with a great group of artists in a wonderful location.

  • Lion Cub in Watercolour
    Saturday, November 1st, 10 AM - 3 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey
     
    Learn to paint a sweet lion cub with lively eyes and soft, fuzzy fur. We will build gentle layers, capture warm golden tones, and use simple wet-into-wet techniques to keep it loose and fresh. Great for beginners and seasoned painters alike.


     
     
  • Figures in Watercolour
    Thursday, November 13th
    10 AM – 3 PM (Short lunch break at noon)
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    Learn to paint expressive human figures in watercolor. We’ll simplify shapes, nail basic proportions, and use light, shadow, and lost-and-found edges to suggest movement. Expect quick gesture warm-ups, wet-into-wet passages, and layering rich darks so your lights pop. All levels welcome.

     
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  • Herons in Watercolour
    Thursday, November 20th
    10 AM – 3 PM (Short lunch break at noon)
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    Let’s celebrate the stillness and strength of the heron through watercolour. With flowing brushwork and gentle layering, we will paint this elegant bird surrounded by light, water, and sky, capturing both its grace and quiet power. All levels welcome.

     
     

  • Painting buildings in Perspective using watercolours
    Thursday, November 27th
    10 AM – 3 PM (Short lunch break at noon)
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey


    Do you struggle with getting your structures looking correct in watercolour? In this class we will work on basic perspective in watercolour. Come learn the basics of 1 pt and 2 pt perspective as you sketch out basic buildings, you will also learn how to use colour to create perspective in your paintings.

  • Paint this stunning Kingfisher in Watercolour!
    Saturday, November 29th
    1 PM – 5 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    In this class, we’ll capture the jewel-like blues and warm golden tones of this beautiful bird using loose, layered washes and vibrant transparent colour. You’ll learn how to balance soft backgrounds with crisp feather details and bring this little character to life on your paper.

  • Variety of Doors

    Friday, December 5
    10 AM – 3 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    In this class you will learn how to cut objects out with a darker colour to make your lights shine. You will also learn how to lift paint to retrieve light in your paintings. We will also be working on adding lines without drawing them in first and we will touch on good composition.

  • Collage
    Saturday, December 6th
    1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (New Time)

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    Get ready for a day of intuitive creating and artistic exploration in this one-day Collage Class. You'll dive into color, texture, and layers, piecing together personal materials to make something deeply expressive and uniquely yours. It's a relaxed, creative space where you can experiment, play, and discover unexpected beauty in the torn edges and overlapping images.

    What to bring: tissue paper, maps, old magazines, photos, letters, envelopes, napkins, anything flat and personal that inspires you. The more meaningful the material, the more powerful your piece will be. All other materials will be provided for you to complete your pieces.

    This class is perfect for all levels, just bring a playful spirit!
     

  • Watercolours for New Students

    Friday, December 12th

    10 AM – 3 PM
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    This would be great class if you are looking to give this fun medium a try. I have been painting watercolours for years, and I love showing new students the simple techniques you will need to get you started. In this class we will be focusing on landscapes creating perspective with colour and getting your colours dark enough to make your lights "pop"!

  • Mounting Watercolours to Cradle Boards and other surfaces
    Friday, December 19th and Saturday, December 20th
    10 AM – 12 PM (both days)
    IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

    I like to mount some of my watercolours to cradle boards for a different effect, and then I don't have to use a mat board, glass and frame, they are ready to hang.

    In this class I will be providing all the supplies you will need to mount your watercolour to a board. I work with a couple of different sizes of boards - 10x14, 5x7, 4x6 and 16x20. I will help you get your watercolour mounted and then we will press them overnight to dry. On the second day I will show you how to trim your watercolour and also how to put a finish on it for protection.

    This is a fun class, and a great technique to learn how to finish your watercolours a different way.


  • Supply List for watercolour classes:

    • Paint - Quinacridone Gold, Lemon Yellow, Magenta, Alizarin Crimson, & Phthalo Blue (red shade) and Payne's Grey. 
    • Brushes - #12 and #5 round
    • Paper - 1 sheet of Arches or Fabriano 140# Cold Press, 22x30 inches
    • Palette - I use a Robert Wood palette, but there are many different styles out there. You want one with lots of mixing room, don't get too small of a palette. Even plastic plates will work.
    • Towel - I paint on a towel so you want one that is bigger than 11x15 inches.
    • Water Container - I use small plastic food container

    Another option is for me to supply everything you will need for the class for a $25 fee. I can save you time and money by showing you the minimum you will need to get you started in this fun medium.

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    Variety of Doors in Watercolour Product Image
    Variety of Doors in WatercolourFriday, December 5th, 10 AM - 3 PM. Supplies NOT included in this class. See supply list above.
    $75.00CAD
      
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    Watercolours for New StudentsFriday, December 12th, 10 AM to 3 PM. All supplies included for this class.
    $75.00CAD
      
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    Mounting Watercolours to Cradle Boards and other surfacesFriday, December 19 & Saturday, December 20th 10 AM - 12 PM. All supplies included for this class.
    $100.00CAD
      
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    Supplies for watercolour classesI will bring all the top quality supplies you will need for class including paper, paints, brushes.
    $25.00CAD
      
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