Classes will Resume in the Fall 2023
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Art Classes with Barbara Maye
Indulge your creative side with art classes by Barbara Maye.Barbara offers in-person classes as well as on-line classes. Feel free to request the running of a class you are interested in using the form at the bottom of this page.
Let's get CREATIVE!
Drawing Classes
Drawing More Than a Stickman
Yes, you can! Using techniques to overcome perceived limitations, negative internal dialog and the anxiety it creates, discover your true potential with this drawing fundamentals class. Class is ideal for the complete beginner.
Drawing Empowered
Drawing More Than a Stickman continued! Now that you know you can draw, you will be challenged in this second level drawing class with more subjects, scale, and techniques.
Drawing with Water
Learn the basic principles of drawing in wet media while experimenting with graphite wash pencils or watercolour pencils.
Portrait Drawing
Explore portraiture of both people and pets in your choice of media.
Pastel Drawing
Push the limits of expression with coloured chalk pastel with your choice of subject. This class is for all levels of students.
Painting Classes
Beginner’s Acrylic Painting
Discover the basics of colour while experimenting with this versatile water-based paint.
More Acrylic Painting
For students with some painting experience, we continue the journey of painting acrylic realism.
Abstract Acrylic Painting 1
Abstract painting exercises exploring the fauve, abstract expression, surrealist and post-modern art movements.
Abstract Acrylic Painting 2
Four new exercises in abstraction inspired by cubist, minimalist, colour field, and pop art movements.
Other Classes
Colour Theory and the Colour Wheel
Exercises and practice to help push your work to new levels based on how colours interact and react.
Mentorship Classes
For the more experienced art creator, this class offers an opportunity to work on projects you envision with the guidance and support of structured class time. Media and style is wide open with process, practice, concept and growth as the focus.
Group Idea Class
What interests you and your group? Tell us what it is and we'll design an official class for your topic (6 students minimum).
Sample ideas:
- Art history
- Stretching a canvas
- Sculpture basics
- Professional presentation
- Grant writing
- Pricing your art
- Exhibitions
- Suggest a topic using the form below!
Private Classes
One-on-one private lessons, mentorship and one class lesson parties are all available.
Registration
Please complete form to register. You will be sent your payment options, and registration will be confirmed once payment is received.