Photography is what you make of it and your camera is the tool used to create your vision. Used properly, it is capable of creating amazing photographs. This requires you to understand how a camera works, and so you must learn its most important settings. Although a manual camera is not required for the course, the course will briefly cover basic manual operations of the camera (ISO, Shutter Speed and Aperture). We will also touch on digital darkroom solutions including Adobe Bridge, Camera Raw and Adobe Photoshop. Overall, the course will help you understand the basics of composition, light and getting your camera to catch what your eye sees to produce better images. Whether you’re new and just starting out with photography, an amateur, or an advanced photographer looking to improve your photography skills, this is the course for you. Suitable for all levels. WEDNESDAYS, SEP 18- DEC 11, 10AM - 1PM **CANCELLED

Students will learn basic knitting and felting techniques in this craft-focused course. These skills will be expanded to include working with repurposed wool and pre-made woolen items. The themes of time and place-making will be discussed along with presentations of contemporary artwork. Students will have opportunities to learn and develop skills in sculpture, performance and site-specific installation. Previous experience with the craft skills and art mediums are not necessary; students will be supported and challenged at their skill level. Suitable for all levels. THURSDAYS, SEP 19 - DEC 12, 10AM - 1PM IN-PERSON

The inspiration for this workshop is the striation formations found on rock cliffs or underneath the surface of the earth. You will learn how to make a collage based on this theme and then use it as a source for watercolour paintings. The collage will be developed into several watercolour paintings, each one becoming a little more abstract. This workshop will give you many ideas on how to use collage to get ideas for your watercolour paintings. Suitable for all levels. See supply list. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1:30 - 4:30PM ONLINE

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Let’s create together. Vancouver Island School of Art is a contemporary art school located in Downtown Victoria. Open to adults of all ages. VISA is a Non-Profit Registered Charity. We're 20 years old! With over 5900 students and 135 instructors since September 2004, we've provided a welcoming place for people of all ages to learn about contemporary art, as well as a venue for MFA graduates to get training as instructors. Anniversary Highlights Discover upcoming 20th celebration events & key achievements over the years Learn. Create. Play. Whether you want to take only one art course or complete a full-time program, there is a place for you at our school. The Vancouver Island School of Art offers two modes of study: Certificate of Visual Arts One year full-time or a maximum of four years part-time Individual Courses and Workshops On-going, no application required ABOUT US WHAT'S NEW Discover our courses Thoughtfully designed in the focus areas of drawing, painting and art history. SCHEDULES Course & Workshop Schedules Subscribe to Newsletter COURSES BY CATEGORY Painting Drawing Photography Mixed Media Art Fundamentals Art History, Theory Fall Workshops Painting with Gouache: Plants and Flower Learn the basics of gouache paint in this botanical-focused course. Starts Sep 17 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Painting Today I Let the work and approaches of contemporary painters inspire the subje... Starts Sep 17 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... VIEW COURSE The Painter's Process Learn some helpful tools on how to get started and work through ideas ... Starts Sep 18 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Painting: Introduction I The basic tools necessary for painting in acrylic or oil are covered. ... Starts Sep 19 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Painting: The Lure of the Local Subject matter for painting can be found right outside your front door... Starts Sep 19 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Painting: Understanding Abstraction I Learn how abstract painting is more exciting than you ever imagined. Starts Sep 20 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... VIEW COURSE WORKSHOP SCHEDULES Current Workshop Schedule Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS Vancouver Island School of Art is a contemporary art school located in Downtown Victoria open to adults of all ages. Your donation matters DONATE TODAY FALL 2024 IN-PERSON COURSES Fall 2024 ONLINE COURSES FALL 2024 WORKSHOPS See what we are up to.

COURSES Knitting & Felting: Time and Place Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS