The MAC presents

Art Gems

A multi-faceted, selection of 'Gem' workshops providing a unique experience under the instruction of well-known Vancouver Island Artists.

Art Gems

Art Gems: Apr 29 - Alla Prima Oils with Margery Blom Alla Prima is an Italian phrase that translates to ‘At first Attempt’, meaning a painting is completed in one sitting. Many famous artists like Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet and Richard Schmid were masters in the art of Alla...
Art Gems: May 6 and 13 - The Art of the Horse with Joan Larson (2 part class) A step-by-step process from the initial drawing to creating a pastel painting of the horse.  NOTE:  This is a 2-day class running consecutive Mondays. Part 1 (May 6): “Getting It Right at the...
Art Gems: Sat May 25 - Keeping It Simple - Painting Workshop with Tom Shardlow Painting can be one of the most difficult and complex of undertakings. There are many rules, all of which can be broken. However, keeping it simple can cut through the confusion and produce rewarding results....
Art Gems: May 27 - Introduction to Plein Air/Urban Sketching with Dorota Goede Jump on the Urban Sketching trend with this Art Gems Workshop! The term urban sketching is used to describe sketching outdoors (plein air) whether you’re in the middle of a city, or out in the country. Dorota...
Art Gems: SAT Jun 1 - Silver Earrings with Karen Schmidt-Humiski Join renowned Artist and Silversmith, Karen Schmidt Humiski, in this exclusive, one day workshop where you will learn professional techniques to create two pair of your own sterling silver earrings, unique to you! Cost for this special workshop is...
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