Drawing & Painting

Adult: Drawing & Painting

16 and up / Adult

AP – Artful Exploration of Self

Playfully experiment with a range of dry and wet media by fostering curiosity and utilizing art as a means of self-discovery. Collaboratively examine the impact of mindful, expressive art within a supportive group environment. Whether aiming to re-engage with an existing artistic practice or establish a new foundation, these guided creative sessions will focus on […]

Date:January 13th, 2026  -  February 3rd, 2026

Time:7:00 pm

Fee:$160.00

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Adult: Drawing & Painting

16 and up / Adult

AP – Intro to Watercolour

Feel intimidated by painting yet long to play with colour? Any fears of painting will be calmed with step-by-step guidance through numerous techniques and textures. Restore your confidence while learning the basics of this popular medium. At the end of six- weeks, take home completed paintings and a new set of skills. A list of […]

Date:January 22nd, 2026  -  February 26th, 2026

Time:7:00 pm

Fee:$175.00

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Adult: Drawing & Painting

16 and up / Adult

Intro to Drawing

Be guided to understand the fundamental practice of drawing using essential materials: newsprint, rag paper, pencil, and charcoal. Students will learn about perspective, value, mark making, contour, contrast, negative space, and more while working from still life and photo references. This is an excellent starter class to develop drawing skills. Materials included.

Date:January 26th, 2026  -  March 9th, 2026

Time:6:30 pm

Fee:$150.00

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Adult: Drawing & Painting

16 and up / Adult

AP – Painting Landscape Elements: Mountains and Reflections

Take the lead as you master watercolour landscape elements while building your portfolio of paintings. Focus on techniques used in painting mountains, hills, and reflections on bodies of water. Incorporate composition, tone, movement, contrast, colour harmony, light, distance, and perspective into your landscapes. Previous experience is helpful but not necessary to enjoy this weekend workshop. […]

Date:January 31st, 2026  -  February 1st, 2026

Time:10:30 am

Fee:$150.00

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Adult: Drawing & Painting

16 and up / Adult

Create-a-Date: Watercolour Cards – Section 1

Explore the basics of watercolour painting. You will be introduced to the mysteries of this popular medium, while learning the importance of composition and colour theory to create a set of beautiful cards to share with your loved ones. Materials provided. Beginners welcome, no experience necessary! Each participant must register individually to secure their spot.

Date:February 7th, 2026  -  February 7th, 2026

Time:6:00 pm

Fee:$40.00

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Adult: Drawing & Painting

16 and up / Adult

AP – Brush Lab: Chinese Calligraphy

Do you feel painting is difficult? This workshop offers a refreshing perspective: if you can write, you can paint! Using a bamboo brush, ink, and mineral pigments, participants will be introduced to the history of calligraphy and painting through figures such as Yan Zhenqing (颜真卿)and Bada Shanren (八大山人), and then move on to exploring brush […]

Date:February 10th, 2026  -  March 3rd, 2026

Time:6:30 pm

Fee:$155.00

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Turquoise blue guide of the Casa Winter Program Guide with a winter landscape and two penguins.

Casa Program Guide

The Casa Program Guide is produced three times a year; Winter, Spring/Summer and Fall. Inside the guide find listings for the upcoming class and workshop schedule, upcoming exhibitions at The Gallery, information about artists in residence and seasonal events in the building. Program guides are free. Pick-up guides at Casa or at facilities throughout the city.