2026 Art Classes

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Thursday Feb 26th – Beginner Watercolour9 AM - 12 PM at the clubhouse at La Mesa in South Surrey

$50.00CAD

Friday, February 27th – Intermediate Watercolour9 AM - 12 PM at the clubhouse at La Mesa in South Surrey

$50.00CAD

Whales Tail Thursday, February 26th, 1 PM - 4 PM at the clubhouse at La Mesa in South Surrey.

$50.00CAD Quantity

Friday, April 10th – Intermediate Watercolour10 AM - 1 PM at the clubhouse at La Mesa in South Surrey

$50.00CAD

Friday, April 17th – Intermediate Watercolour10 AM - 1 PM at the clubhouse at La Mesa in South Surrey

$50.00CAD

Thursday, April 16th – Bear in the Woods Product Image

Thursday, April 16th – Bear in the Woods10 AM - 1 PM at the clubhouse at La Mesa in South Surrey

$50.00CAD

Mounting WatercoloursThursday, April 23rd and Friday, April 24th at the clubhouse at La Mesa in South Surrey

$100.00CAD Quantity

Perspective made easy Thursday, April 30th at the clubhouse at La Mesa in South Surrey

$50.00CAD Quantity

Supplies for watercolour classesIf you need supplies for this class, I can bring all the top quality supplies you will need for class including paper, paints, brushes. $25 per class.

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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.

Hi everyone,

I’ve opened up my February watercolour classes, and I’m offering two focused series — one for complete beginners and one for intermediate painters ready to push their skills a little further. I have also added 4 Thursday afternoon painting animals, and Friday afternoon sessions where you can bring watercolours you would like to work on or need help with. I will help you finish up your painting.

Supply List for Intermediate 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

The supplies are included in Beginner Watercolour classes.

Thursdays – Beginner Watercolour Series
4 classes | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

This series is designed for those who have never tried watercolour or are just getting started. I provide all supplies, so you can try the medium without the expense or confusion of buying materials right away. I’ll also share what’s worth investing in - and what is not - when you’re ready to build your own kit.

Over the four classes we’ll work through:
Gradation and controlling water
Negative painting
Painting simple animals
Pulling everything together into a complete painting

This is a supportive, no-pressure introduction to watercolour and a great way to build confidence from the ground up.

Cost: $50 per class

Loose Landscapes & Lively Effects
Friday, January 09, 10 AM to 3 PM
IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

$75

Learn how to build a strong landscape while keeping your painting fresh and loose. We’ll explore simple composition, wet-into-wet washes, and special effects that add texture and atmosphere without overworking the paper.

Fridays – Intermediate Watercolour Series
4 classes | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

This series is for painters who have some watercolour experience or who have taken my Intro to Watercolour classes.

Students will choose their own subject matter, and I will help guide you through:

Developing or refining a drawing (if needed)
Planning your painting
Working through the painting process step by step

Each class will begin with a short demo focused on a specific technique to help strengthen your work. This is very much a hands-on, guided studio-style class.

Students should bring their own supplies - See supply list above.

Cost: $50 each or $200 for the full series

Beneath the Surface
Saturday, January 03 - 1 PM to 5 PM
IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

$75

In this class, we will paint an underwater scene with a focus on creating depth, light, and the feeling of being submerged. You will learn how to use the lifting paint technique to suggest movement, drifting light, and soft underwater forms while keeping the painting loose and fluid.

Born to Run
Saturday, January 10 - 10 AM to 3 PM
IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

$75

In this class, we will focus on capturing the energy and movement of a running colt without getting caught in detail. You will learn how to suggest motion through loose brushwork, strong shapes, and confident value choices while keeping the horse lively and expressive.

Ewe and Lamb in Watercolour

Thursday, February 19, 1 PM to 4 PM
IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

In this watercolour class, we’ll paint a charming ewe and lamb while exploring soft edges, layering, and negative painting to create the feel of fluffy wool and tender connection. I’ll guide you step-by-step so you can keep your painting fresh, loose, and full of life.

Waterfalls: Movement Made Simple
Friday, January 16th, 10 AM - 3 PM
IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

Waterfalls can look complicated, but they don’t have to be. In this class, you’ll learn how to suggest motion, spray, and flowing water using value, brushwork, and preserved whites. We’ll focus on clarity and confidence rather than detail.

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.

Clouds That Feel Alive
Friday, January 30, 10 AM - 3 PM
IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

Discover how to paint clouds with depth, softness, and light. We’ll look at different cloud types and practice timing, edges, and layering so your skies support the rest of the painting instead of overpowering it.

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, Febuary 5th

1 PM – 4 PM
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.

Bear in the Woods

Thursday, April 16th

10 AM – 1 PM
IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

In this class you will learn how to create a light background and then add a bear poking out of the forest. You will learn how to work wet-into-wet, and how to add to your watercolours after you have added colour.

Perspective Made Easy in watercolours
Thursday, April 30th
10 AM – 1 PM
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.

Whales Tail

Thursday, Febrary 26
1–3 PM
IN PERSON at the clubhouse at La Mesa, South Surrey

In this watercolour class we will paint a striking whale tail and dive into one of the most important (and often avoided!) skills in watercolour: going dark enough. I will show you how to build strong, juicy darks so your lights pop and your painting has real impact. We will focus on contrast, water control, and layering to create depth and movement in the sea, a confidence-boosting class that will strengthen all your future paintings.

Collage

Saturday, January 31, 1 PM – 5 PM

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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!

Don't know where to go next with your watercolour?
Friday afternoons in February, 12:30 - 3:00 PM

Do you have a watercolour that’s almost there - or completely stuck? Bring it to my Friday afternoon February classes, and I’ll help you figure out the next steps and guide you through finishing your painting.

Mounting Watercolours to Cradle Boards and other surfaces
Thursday, April 234d and Friday, April 24th
10 AM – 1 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.