Jill Segal's
Art Workshops & Painting Classes
Greater Toronto Area / Thornhill

Jill Segal, award winning Canadian Artist, teaches classes in watercolour and acrylic painting from her studio in Thornhill (just north of Toronto) and also conducts workshops and demonstrations for art groups and schools across Ontario.

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Art & Painting Workshops, Classes & Shows
Spring/Summer 2010
(Final Dates to be confirmed)

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A) CREATIVE EXPLORATIONS WITH WATERMEDIA (INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED)

A journey into the freeing world of abstract art.

 Date: March 11 – April 22 (6 classes, plus a make-up class April 22.)
 Time: Thursdays: 9.30 a.m.-1.00 p.m.
 Fee: $180
 Location: My studio

In this course we will explore creative expression, using water based media of your choice i.e. fluid acrylic, heavy bodied acrylic and mixed media (watercolor crayons, oil pastels and collage).We will experiment with different paint application techniques and venture into the exciting and freeing world of abstraction. Teaching by demonstration, discussion, individual attention and critique.  Creativity, fun, uniqueness and personal expression will be emphasized. (Some students may want the opportunity to work on their own projects within the class setting. This will be available.)

B) CREATIVE EXPLORATIONS WITH WATERMEDIA
(INDEPENDENT STUDY)

 Date: April 29-June 10 (6 classes, plus a make-up class June 17) No class May 6.
 Time: Thursdays: 9.30 a.m.-1.00 p.m.
 Fee: $180
 Location: My studio

This is a great opportunity to work on the subject of your choice in the medium of your choice, with like minded artists.

You will be encouraged to think about yourself as an artist, and what you would like to express through your art. Individual guidance and direction will be given, and each person will be encouraged to express their own unique concepts and style of expression. Begin a wonderful journey of discovery that leads you toward finding out how far you can take your art  Each class will include group discussion and sharing.

C) COLLAGE AND ACRYLIC EXPLORATIONS

Date: July 5 –July 9, 2009
Location: Haliburton School of the Arts
To register: (705) 457-1680
Website: www.HaliburtonSchoolofTheArts.ca

In this exciting process oriented course you will learn to combine collage materials and acrylic paint as a means of personal visual expression and distinct visual vocabulary. With a creative spirit, you will be encouraged to explore and experiment with new concepts and ideas,  using magazines, old paintings, oriental and stained papers, found objects, photographs, fabric, fibres, acrylic paint and anything else that you would like to adhere to your support surface. Composition and design principles will be addressed. You will benefit from individual attention and group dialogue. Personal creative expression and uniqueness will be encouraged.

D) CREATIVE EXPLORATIONS WITH YOGA AND ART

 Date: April 29-June 10 (6 classes, plus a make-up class June 17) No class May 6.
 Time: Thursdays: 9.30 a.m.-1.00 p.m.
 Fee: $180
 Location: My studio

In this workshop, you will be introduced to Gentle Kripalu Yoga, which facilitates relaxation, connection to your body and self compassion. It calms the mind and allows you to connect with your authentic Creative Self.  From this “Centred Place” you will have the opportunity to explore your creativity, and reconnect with the joy of self expression, in a fun-filled, non-judgmental environment, using acrylic paint, oil-pastels and watercolour crayons.

Wear comfy clothes, and bring your own lunch. Bring your own supplies if you have them or use the ones supplied.

Please contact me at Jill@jillsegal.com if you would like to register for any of these classes.

A registration deposit of $25 is required, as the class size is limited.

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For more information and to register
for any of the classes or workshops please contact:

Jill Segal (905) 731-3834
jill@jillsegal.com

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