This drawing course focuses on some of the current themes in contemporary drawing such as: mark making, mapping, science, nature, architecture, ornament, narrative and nostalgia. A mixed media approach will be encouraged to implement imaginative explorations in image making. Students use basic drawing materials such as pencil, charcoal, ink and watercolours, as well as a range of drawing surfaces including new and found papers. This course provides an ideal way to explore a range of subject matter while trying out different drawing materials. Some drawing experience recommended. THURSDAYS, SEP 24 - DEC 17, 2PM - 5PM(PDT) ONLINE

This hands-on studio course focuses on recognizing and responding to persistent themes and images in your work and the processes required to bring them to life. Using imagination, memories, experiences, and ideas, students will work in the place between direct observation and intuition. With various drawing subjects presented in class, students are guided through exercises that include a range of techniques and methods for developing visual ideas and building strong compositions. This course is a great introduction to the expansive subject matter that can provide inspiration for drawing. Suitable for all levels. WEDNESDAYS, SEP 16 - DEC 16, 10AM - 1PM(PDT) IN-PERSON (Due to two statutory holidays Wednesday courses start Sep 16)

This online course focuses on a wide range of contemporary approaches to the genre of landscape. We will consider the history of landscape painting and how artists today respond to this history and use the subject as a way to explore a variety of formal and narrative possibilities. The course is structured according to visual priorities such as shape and form, gesture, composition and scale, the illusion of depth vs flatness, light and shadow, the interaction of colours. In-class exercises will be quick studies of these various visual themes as well as discussions around how formal qualities can evoke emotion, atmosphere, and meaning. We will work from a combination of shared photographs and paintings, direct observation, collage, and memory. Class projects will be accompanied by presentations of work by both historical and contemporary artists. Whether you aspire to be a professional artist or are searching for a fulfilling and meditative practice, landscape painting is a way to engage in close observation and increase one's engagement and appreciation for the wonders of our natural surroundings. Suitable for all levels. WEDNESDAYS, SEP 16 - DEC 16, 10AM - 1PM(PDT) ONLINE (Due to two statutory holidays Wednesday courses start Sep 16)

6bf18efe-9a9f-4a24-a12c-02621c1085e8 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Flora and Fauna Items required for the first class: - mixed media sketchbook* - pencil - chalk pastels - no less than 4 colours plus black and white (Mungyo, Schmincke, Rembrandt all fine). Most art supply stores allow you to buy single sticks pastels. You are also welcome to buy a small set of them. - 1 white eraser Additional Items to be discussed during the first class: - at least 3 oil pastels, your choice of colours - pencil sharpener - 2H and 2B pencil - 6 good quality pencil crayons, example- Faber-Castell or Prismacolor - 2 brushes for ink and watercolour work - one bottle of acrylic based ink, Winsor Newton, black - 2 different coloured Sharpie markers - Speedball 107 Hawk Quill nib and Speedball pen nib holder (Opus) - small watercolour set with at least 8 colours, you can also use tubes of colours. Bookbinding supplies: - bulldog clips (2 large size) - bookbinding needles, thread (can use embroidery floss, heavy weight thread, or bookbinding thread) and one to three bookbinding awls. *Mixed Media Sketchbook: The following sketchbooks with links are examples, you do not have to buy these brands, just make sure that the paper in the sketchbook you purchase is for mixed media use, for both wet and dry media and at least 90 lb. Either 9”x 12” or 11”x14” is fine. Previously used sketchbooks are also fine, be sure to have at least 25-30 sheets. eg. Canson XL Mixed Media Pads at Opus: https://opusartsupplies.com/collections/canson-xl-pads/products/canson-xl-mixed-media-pads?variant=44111026094311 eg. Opus Essential Artists' Mixed Media Wirebound Books: https://opusartsupplies.com/products/opus-essential-mixed-media-wirebound-books?variant=52065731608807 eg. Mixed Media Pads at Michaels: https://canada.michaels.com/search?q=mixed mediasketchbook&com_id=SearchBar_Recommendation_Components&path=popular_search_keyword Suggested places to buy art supplies: Opus Art Supplies, 512 Herald St, Victoria BC or order online: https://opusartsupplies.com/ Michaels, 3501 Blanshard St, 111 Uptown Blvd Unit, Victoria BC or order online: https://canada.michaels.com/ You can consider an Opus A+ Membership, where students can sign up to save 10% on all orders during their studies: Sign Up For Opus A+ Membership .

6167802d-165f-4969-bab5-7124e96078e8 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Painting: Abstraction in Canada Supply List TBA Suggested places to buy art supplies: Opus Art Supplies, 512 Herald St, Victoria BC or order online: https://opusartsupplies.com/ Michaels, 3501 Blanshard St, 111 Uptown Blvd Unit, Victoria BC or order online: https://canada.michaels.com/ You can consider an Opus A+ Membership, where students can sign up to save 10% on all orders during their studies: Sign Up For Opus A+ Membership .

ec4498fe-4755-4169-9f7d-061e280d480b Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Drawing the Canadian Landscape Items required for the first class: - sketchbook of drawing paper any size - a few sticks of compressed charcoal, or a small set - Conté (black and white) - a set of pencils ranging from ~4H-8B - rubber eraser Additional items to be discussed during the first class: - willow or vine stick charcoal - kneadable eraser - set of pencil crayons - small set of chalk pastels - variety of blending stumps - masking tape - cotton rags - pencil sharpener - Exacto knife - a few large sheets of drawing paper (White Stonehenge drawing paper 250gsm) Suggested places to buy art supplies: Opus Art Supplies, 512 Herald St, Victoria BC or order online: https://opusartsupplies.com/ Michaels, 3501 Blanshard St, 111 Uptown Blvd Unit, Victoria BC or order online: https://canada.michaels.com/ You can consider an Opus A+ Membership, where students can sign up to save 10% on all orders during their studies: Sign Up For Opus A+ Membership .