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ART WORKSHOPS

I look forward to sharing these art workshops with you. Although summer is in full swing and the studio is humming with activity, I've added some new dates for Fall. There's much more to come in late Autumn and early Winter too!

Before registering for your favourite workshop, please read over my registration policy at the bottom of this page.

I can also provide group workshops in a medium of your choice. A maximum of 6 students so that I can give you my undivided attention. For group rates, please contact me here.

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Siblings 1- SOLD - 12x12, float framed- Image Transfers Mixed Media -Original painting by Susan Ukkola - Copyright Protected

In this class we explore the excitement of transferring images.Imagine adding a family photo to your acrylic painting!

That's what I did in the painting SIBLINGS #1 that appears above.

There are many ways to transfer images and each one produces a different result. Here are just a few we'll cover during the class.

Direct transfer into light modelling paste

Gel transfers

Packing tape transfer

Dates:

Friday Dec. 05, 2008 or Friday Feb. 06 2009

Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm

Fee:$50.00

Pre-registration required.





Leaves Keep Falling - Monoprint - 24 x 30 - Original painting by Susan Ukkola - Copyright Protected Lose yourself in the process of monoprinting on a gelatin plate.

Using brayers and water-based block printing inks, you'll start the process of creating impressive and exciting images.

The fun is in adding flat objects onto the wet inks before laying down your paper. The result, after smoothing the paper down, is referred to as a Negative Image.

By removing the objects and laying down your paper again, you are left with a Positive Image (ghost image).

You can draw into the wet ink with tools and brushes too! Do you see how endless the possibilities can be?

Dates:

Thursday Dec. 04, 2008 or Friday, Jan 23, 2009

Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm

Fee: $50.00, some supplies included

Pre-registration required.



Seated Nude - Encaustic Mixed Media - 9 x 9 - Original Painting by Susan Ukkola - Copyright Protected This art workshop is for anyone wanting to explore the excitement and unsurpassed beauty of encaustic painting.

What is encaustic painting? In a nutshell, it means to burn in.

Specifically, you use heat to melt wax so that it liquifies into a workable state.

It's an ancient painting technique dating back at least 2000 years.

The modern encaustic painting technique makes use of low heat irons and beeswax.

This is a painting experience you don't want to miss!

Date: 2009 schedule to be announced.

Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm

Fee: $80.00, all supplies included

Pre-registration required.



Original Life Drawing by Susan Ukkola - Copyright Protected Here's a great introduction to life drawing. It's ideal for any level of art experience.

You'll be gently guided along to build your drawing confidence.

You'll draw live models from various angles. There will be short poses and long poses.

This is a very freeing art experience.

If you're unsure of your drawing abilities or you're an experienced artist, this art workshop is for you.

Date: 2009 schedule to be announced

Time: 10:00am to 3:00pm

Fee: $50.00

Pre-registration required.



ABOUT THE HEART, Acrylic Collage - 12 x 12 - Original painting by Susan Ukkola, Copyright protected.


MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE

This exciting 2-day workshop will allow you to explore and learn about the principles and elements of design.

You'll learn how to prepare collage papers and make use of found and prepared papers.

Date:Saturday, Oct. 18 and Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008

or Saturday Feb. 14 and Sunday Feb. 15, 2009

10:00am to 4:00pm

Fee:$100, some supplies included

Pre-registration required.



PLEIN AIR PAINTING

with Phil Croteau

Phil Croteau

A great opportunity to paint outdoors!

It is my pleasure to have Phil Croteau as a guest teacher in my studio. Phil has a wonderful teaching style. He is supportive and very knowledgeable. Sign up now as the class is filling quickly!

This is a 2-day class working with oils or water-mixable oils.

We will leave for the site at 9:00am and return to the studio at 12:30pm for lunch.

In the afternoon we will finish the work in the studio and have a critique of our work.

Date:2009 schedule to be announced

8:30am to 3:00pm

Fee:$100.00

Pre-registration required.



PRINTMAKING with a PRESS

AN INTRODUCTION

Carol Purdy at the Press


Meet Carol Purdy

I was thrilled when Carol Purdy agreed to teach printmaking, here in my studio. You're just going to love working with Carol!

This 2-day workshop is sure to fill up fast and space is limited.

Here’s your opportunity to explore printmaking with a press. There’s always an element of surprise in this non-direct art form. Which of course makes it a whole lot of fun.

You’ll get hands-on experience making collagraph prints. And you’ll learn about etching and many other new techniques!

This course is for all levels. It’s a great way to try printmaking without making a long term commitment.

Date:2009 schedule to be announced

10:00am to 4:00pm

Fee:$130.00

Pre-registration required.



OPEN STUDIO

Beginning Sept. 12, 2008, I will have an Open Studio for artists who just want to spend the day painting.

When: Every Friday, starting Sept. 12, 2008!

A great opportunity to be in a stress-free environment, sharing creative energy with other wonderful artists.

Hours: 10:00am to 4:00pm

Bring your supplies.

I'll have coffee and tea brewing and a nice, light lunch mid-day.

Just come and paint without interruptions to your creativity.

Fee: $25.00

Pre-registration required.
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REGISTRATION POLICY

To secure a spot in any workshop or Open Studio, pre-payment is necessary in the form of a cheque.

When I receive your payment, I will send you a confirmation e-mail or simply give you a call to confirm you’re in.

Refunds / transfers will be given if notification of cancellation is received at least 14 days prior to the workshop date. NO EXCEPTIONS.

If e-mailing a cancellation, please make sure that you receive a confirmation e-mail or phone call from me.

Please make cheques payable to Susan Ukkola.





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