Adult Programs
Keeping true to our mission statement the Leighton Art Centre provides the perfect backdrop to unleash creative potential. We offer adult programs throughout the year instructed by professional art educators. Workshops in painting (both oil and watercolour) are very popular as well as fine craft in various media. Our workshops are designed for a variety of skill levels from beginner to advanced. We also host ‘Salon Lectures’ which feature a social evening with wine and cheese, in combination with presentations by prominent art specialists from Alberta.
Adult Workshops: 931-3633 to Register
2008 FALL SCHEDULE
Jerry Markham Plein Air Painting
This class is for anyone interested in painting the landscape outdoors from direct observation. There will be daily instruction, demos and discussions about using photos versus field work. Call for supply list & dress for weather.
Date: Sat, Sun Sep 20 & 21, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Fee: $150+GST
Jacqueline Bagley Figurative Clay Portrait
This workshop will teach how to create a portrait in clay. A live model will be used to work from. All materials required will be supplied. Once completed your clay portrait can be taken home to dry.
Dates: 2 ½ days, Fri, Sat , Sun Oct 3, 4 & 5
Fri 6-9pm, Sat, Sun 9:30 - 4:30pm
Fee: $250+GST
Susan Woolgar Monotype Print Making
Using aluminum offset printing plates, learn how to create vibrant monotypes using non-toxic waterbased inks, watercolours and pastels. Collage techniques, photo transfers, pencil crayons, brushes and brayers will all be used to complete your pieces. Hand pressing will also be taught. All supplies will be included. Dress for the mess!
Date: Sat, Oct 18, 9:30am-4:30pm
Fee: $80+GST
Pastels-The Luscious Medium with Karin Richter
Come and enjoy 2 days of immersing yourself in the luscious medium of soft pastels. This workshop is designed for artists of all levels who are either new to pastels or want to improve their existing pastel skills. Different techniques will be covered and different supports introduced. Try a variety of papers and boards for either a rough or soft look. Through demonstrations, personal attention and critiques, Karin will focus on the elements needed to create a successful painting like strong composition and design, exciting colour, tonal values and interesting subject matter.
Date: Sat, Sun Nov 15&16, 9:30-4:30pm
Fee: $125 + GST
Mosaic Magic with Anja Hertle
Join us once again for this fun filled creative mosaic workshop where the possibilities are endless. Anja guides you through the selection of colors and shapes, lay-out and the creation of your own personal masterpiece. Found objects and treasures such as jewelry and old china are welcomed if you have any of these. Otherwise all supplies are included.
Date: Sat, Nov 22 10am-4pm and
Sun Nov 23 10am-12pm
Fee: $100+GST
OTHER THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
Please be on time, make sure you know where we are located beforehand, you can download a map by going to our "contact" page
Bring your lunch and any special beverages you may want - we are located rurally with no nearby facilities
Dress for weather if you're participating in an outdoor class
No refunds one week prior to course