SHORTS COURSES & WORKSHOPS PROGRAMS
SC01 | SCULPTURE SAMPLER FOR SENIORS (B) | INTRO - INTER
When we love a technique in a particular material it is hard to imagine that there are others out there that can be as engaging and satisfying. This brief sampler is to tempt you, challenge you and to treat you to three basic techniques and materials in Sculpture, all of which will make you a better painter, drawer, whatever you love at the moment and maybe even get you to fall in love with the hands-on, tactile nature of Sculpture.

Instr./prof.: Dawn Dale

Fee / coϋt : $125
Monday / lundi: 13 h – 16 h
Oct 18 oct – Nov 1 nov
3 sess. / cours | 9 hours / heures

Fee / coϋt: $340
Monday / lundi: 18 h 30 – 21 h 30
Sep 13 sep – Dec 6 dec
12 sess. / cours | 36 hours / heures
 
SC02 | AN AUTUMN IN GATINEAU PARK | INTRO
This 4-day workshop will take you on a journey into the flora and fauna of the Gatineau Park with a focus on drawing and creating a nature journal.

Instructor: Erika Connor
Fee: $120
Sunday: 13 h – 16 h
Sep 12 – Oct 3
4 sessions | 12 hours
 
SC03 | MIXED MEDIA FOR ADULTS: GUARDIANS OF THE EARTH | INTRO
This 4-day workshop takes a look at indigenous guardians of the earth and their traditional art and materials. Reconnect with the source of water, earth, plants and animals in our lives by making and using art materials from nature.

Instructor: Erika Connor
Fee: $120
Sunday: 13 h – 16 h
Oct 17 – Nov 7
4 sessions | 12 hours
 
SC04 | OIL PASTELS IN 4 MOODS | INTRO
Oil Pastels in 4 Moods explores the rich and vibrant life of oil pastel, using techniques of layering, scraping, and oil staining. From photos and imagination we will study the form, light, shadow, and texture of trees, sky, water and animals. We will also produce a series of small pictures in each class to experience contrast and different moods.

Instructor: Erika Connor
Fee: $120
Friday: 13 h – 16 h
Oct 15 – Nov 5
4 sessions | 12 hours
 
SC05 | DRAWING WITH THREAD | INTRO
This workshop will explore the technique of contour drawing with thread. Students will work with coloured thread and embroidery stitches to create effects with line. Participants will also experiment with the transparency and texture of various kinds of hand made paper to create innovative compositions in collage. Anyone who enjoys hand sewing, line work or investigating new materials will enjoy this course.

Instructor: Jenny McMaster
Fee: $120
Sunday: 13 h – 16 h
Sep 26 – Oct 24
4 sessions | 12 hours
 
WS01 | BYWARD MARKET PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP | INTRO - INTER
In this 2-day workshop, students will use the unique character of the Byward Market as a source for creative printmaking. Students will create direct responsive drypoint printing plates out on location in the Byward Market. The prepared plates will then be printed in the OSA print studio as students learn experimental Intaglio printing methods. Unique prints will combine the rich effects of drypoint, chine colle, collage, and printing from found materials.

Instructor: Rob Hinchley
Fee: $155
Sat & Sun: 9 h 30 – 16 h
Oct 23 & Oct 24
2 days | 12 hours
 
WS02 | SILVERBAND METALSMITHING | INTRO
Learn how to make your own silver band using traditional jewelry techniques. In this 3-hour class the participants will learn basic techniques in texturing, soldering and finishing to create their very own silver band. Students will provide their ring size when registering for this course.

Instructor: Shannon Kennedy
Fee: $65
Thursday: 9 h – 12 h
November 18
1 session | 3 hours
 
WS03 | COPPERCLAY MINIATURE SCULPTURE |INTRO
Use this amazing clay-like material to create your very own pure copper miniature sculpture. COPPERCLAY can be pinched, rolled, sculpted, cut or manipulated any way you like. Participants will work with the clay to create their sculpture the first session, the piece will be fired overnight and the second session they will finish their piece.

Instructor: Juan Bohorquez
Fee: $75
Thursday:
13 h – 16 h (November 18)
Saturday: 13 h – 15 h
(November 20)
2 sessions | 5 hours
 
WS04 | PRECIOUS METAL CLAY | INTRO
Students learn to make their own jewelry using this amazing clay-like material. When it’s fired it turned into pure silver before your eyes! In this three-hour basics class, students will make their own pendant or pendants (depending on the design and size of your pieces). The Participants will learn basic techniques in rolling, stamping, carving and finishing Precious Metal Clay.

Instructor: Shannon Kennedy
Fee: $60
Saturday: 9 h – 12 h
November 20
1 session | 3 hours