Summer Plein-air!!

We are looking forward to arranging plein-air sessions in July and August. We have a list of interested painters from last year, plus recent class lists and should you like to be added to the email list for weekly details, just send us an email david@davidkearn.com   and we’ll keep you informed of meet-up details and any contingencies due to weather.

Optional teaching program:

• On-site instruction;
• follow-up review by email;
• access to companion on-line lessons and demonstrations.

Cost for the optional classes is $30.00/session, to maximum of 8 participants. 

Payment can be by secure payment link below, Interac transfer to david@davidkearn.com or on-site.

(Specify dates in purchase comments or email david@davidkearn.com with specifics)

 

Hope to see you there!

 

Provisional schedule:

Bate Island –  Wednesday, 8 July

Rockcliffe Park – Wednesday, 15 July

Hog’s Back Park – Wednesday, 22 July

Aylmer Marina – Wednesday, 29 July

Blair Road Boat Launch – Wednesday, 5 August

Fletcher Wildlife Garden – Wednesday, 12 August

Lac Leamy Park – Wednesday, 19 August

Remic Rapids – Wednesday, 26 August

All sessions will run from 9:30 to 12 noon. Details will be communicated 24 hours prior and posted to this web page. Contingencies in case of weather will be emailed the evening prior. Thursday mornings will normally be our contingency arrangement. 

Should there be construction or conflicting events around any of the locations noted, please do let us know at david@davidkearn.com

 

 

 

 

Fall Courses at the Ottawa School of Art – OPEN FOR REGISTRATION!

Our courses will be commencing early November this year, following some commitments earlier in the fall. We are looking forward to a range of shorter courses – online and downtown – as well as three weekend workshops at the Shenkman:

Weekend Workshops at the Shenkman Centre in Orleans:

To Brush or not to Brush? – Exploring painting techniques – 7 & 8 November, 9:30am – 4:30pm

Delve into the creative opportunities of traditional and alternative paint application techniques. We investigate the seemingly infinite impact of various effects applied separately and in conjunction with others. Impasto, glazing, palette and painting knives, sponging, rolling and pouring – the list is long. For watercolourists: salt, sand, gels, clingfilm, toweling…..let’s try them! In addition to creative aspects, this workshop will address common design and composition ideas as well as technical problems of application. A powerful opportunity to apply experiences, feelings and imagination to create truly unique works of art!

Registration page: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/artottawa/shop/activities/7069993

The Life in Your Portraits – Emotion through Technique – 21 & 22 November, 9:30am – 4:30pm

Let’s explore the joy of creating free and vital portraits in dry media, acrylic, oil and watercolour. David’s approach balances control and technique with immediacy and spontaneity and demonstrates how these can be woven together to capture personality as well as likeness. individual coaching will be provided, based on each participant’s needs and goals. There will be a focus on observation and technique along with the exploration of the portrait as a means of expression. Participants are welcome to work on their own portrait projects in the medium of their choice. Whether your interest is in contemporary or classical join us for an inspired couple of days!

Registration page: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/artottawa/shop/activities/7093491

The Voice of Colour – 5 & 6 December, 9:30am – 4:30pm

Colour really does speak to us. This two-day workshop investigates how colours work together in practice and develops some key approaches, such as demystifying colour and mixing for experienced artists and beginners alike. Instruction and coaching will include sound colour theory and a major part will be its application in practical art. For beginners, it will establish touchstone practices and accelerate artistic development. More experienced artists will come away with the confidence to develop new palettes, techniques and break rules with aplomb. Colour takes paintings to giddy heights or sends them to the depths with little in between. The consummate impressionist Claude Monet remarked: “Colour is my day-long obsession, joy and torment.” Oil, Acrylic, Watercolour and Pastel are all welcome!

Registration page: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/artottawa/shop/activities/7093656

5-week on-line courses:

Expressive Painting Your Way… any media! – 3 November – 1 December, 9-11:30 am Eastern Time

Removing the mystery and unlocking the magic of painting, the sessions draw on a variety of styles for inspiration. Straightforward, trusted painting methods will be explained, demonstrated and applied. There will also be a focus on colour and expressive approaches. The instructor’s approach balances control and technique with immediacy and spontaneity and shows how these can be woven together.

The course will also focus on individual progression and group encouragement, with individual coaching being provided based on students’ needs and goals. Absolute beginners are welcome as well as artists wanting to take a fresh look at a medium or perhaps pursue a new style. Step by step, we will dispel the myths and develop sound practices, creativity and expression. Let’s paint!

Sessions will be recorded for participants that may not be able to attend live.

Registration page: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/artottawa/shop/activities/7084930

Expressive Portraits in Watercolour – 3 November – 1 December, 1-3:00 pm  Eastern Time

This course will explore the joy of creating free and vital portraits in watercolour. The instructor’s approach balances control and technique with immediacy and spontaneity and also shows how these can be woven together to capture personality as well as likeness. We will focus on observation and strong value contrasts along with exploring colour and the portrait as a means of expression. Individual coaching will be provided, based on each participants needs and goals.

There will be a total of 5 weekly lessons, each including video demonstration and examples. Weekly assignments will follow and participants can work at their own pace or follow the weekly course plan. Participants can use example references or work on their own portraits.

Sessions will be recorded for participants that may not be able to attend live.

Registration page: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/artottawa/shop/activities/7085216

5-week downtown courses:

Paint in Acrylic and Oil – 4 November – 2 December, 9.30am -12.30pm

Removing the mystery and unlocking the magic of painting, the sessions draw on a variety of subjects for inspiration. Straightforward, trusted painting methods are explained, demonstrated and applied. Absolute beginners are welcome as well as artists wanting to take a fresh look at a medium or perhaps pursue a new style. Step by step, we will dispel the myths and develop sound practices, creativity and expression. Let’s paint!

Registration page: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/artottawa/shop/activities/7055910

Expressive Portraits – 4 November – 2 December, 1:00 pm – 04:00 pm 

This course will explore the joy of creating free and vital portraits in dry media, acrylic, oil and watercolour. The instructor’s approach balances control and technique with immediacy and spontaneity and shows how these can be woven together to capture personality as well as likeness. There will be a focus on observation and technique along with the exploration of the portrait as a means of expression. Individual coaching will be provided, based on each student’s needs and goals, with students welcome to pursue the medium of their choice. The sessions will include demonstrations of the instructor’s techniques.

Registration page: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/artottawa/shop/activities/7055790