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  • Painting: Introduction II

    8085ed62-6b3a-49f7-b347-490659db02be Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Painting: Introduction II Items required for the first class: - Substrate: slim (3/4 inch) stretched canvas or cradled wood board, 8x8 inches - Acrylic paints (assorted colours, including black and white) - Solvents/mediums - Various acrylic brushes - Notebook/Sketchbook Additional Items to be discussed during the first class: - Heavy-body acrylic paints (at least 60ml tubes of each colour) - Required colours: - Yellow: Cadmium Medium Yellow or Hansa Yellow (Medium or Light), Red/Crimson: Napthol Red/Crimson or Cadmium Red Medium, Blue: Ultramarine Blue and Cerulean Blue, Purple/Violet: Dioxazine Purple/Violet, Green: Phthalocyanine (Phthalo) Green, Orange: Cadmium Orange, White: Titanium White, Black: Mars Black or Lamp Black - Additional colours (optional): - Yellow Ochre, Raw Sienna, Cobalt Blue, Burnt Sienna, Alizarin Crimson - Recommended sets: - Liquitex Professional Heavy Body Acrylics set of 6: Naphthol Crimson, Hansa Light Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Phthalocyanine (Phthalo) Green, Mars Black, Titanium White OR - Opus Essential Heavy Body Acrylic set of 6: Naphthol Red Light, Hansa Yellow Medium, Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Green Light, Lamp Black, Titanium White - Acrylic medium (to extend working time of paints) (optional) - Palette knifes for mixing and applying paint (at least two; one large knife with a rounded end, and one smaller knife that is narrow with a finer point) - Paint brushes set of varied sizes/types (stiff synthetic for acrylic) (many art stores have pre-assembled starter packs of brushes, these are a good base. Invest in good quality brushes, they will perform better and last longer) - Gesso or acrylic primer (if you wish to add another layer to your canvas) (optional) - 2” wide paint brush - Newsprint paper pad/cartridge paper pad - Sketchbook/painting paper pads (for weekly homework assignments). - Paper suitable for acrylic paint and wet mediums, roughly 11 x 17 inches - Notebook - HB or 2B pencil - Erasers, kneaded and white/black (Sumo brand recommended) - White conte stick (optional) - Paint apron or clothes you are willing to get paint on (recommended) - Plastic Toolbox or small Luggage case for material storage & transport (optional) 
 Additional Items to be discussed and sourced after the first class (dependent on students’ personal preference / chosen direction for assignments): - Alternative paints and their supplies: - Oil : select colours, brushes (hog bristle), substrates, rags, odourless mineral spirits (OMS), walnut or linseed oil, sealed jars and containers, mediums - Watercolours and gouache : select colours, substrates, brushes - Small or medium sized surfaces for weekly exercises: stretched, primed canvas, canvas paper, gessoed wood panel, gessoed mat board or cardboard substrates for later term assignments - Term assignment substrates (various types and dimensions) Suggested place to buy art supplies: Opus Art Supplies, 512 Herald St, Victoria BC or order online: https://opusartsupplies.com/ You can also 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 .

  • James Letkeman | Vancouver Island School of Art

    Discover James Letkeman's background and education. Biography James is an active visual artist based in Victoria BC, on the unceded territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən People. He received his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Victoria in 2018. Through this degree, James explored various forms of visual art, ranging from large-scale sculpture and installation to video and performance pieces. Following his BFA, James studied architecture at Harvard University and the University of British Columbia. For his graduate project Designing for the Screen And Screams: The Architectural Language of Horror Film Set Design, James combined his interests in architecture and art with his love for all things spooky through the creation of an experiential installation titled Behind Closed Doors. Since graduating from UBC in 2022 with a Master of Architecture, James has returned to fine arts and practices drawing and painting, with a focus on realism. Education MA Architecture University of British Columbia BFA University Of Victoria James Letkeman Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

  • Drawing: Shading Techniques

    29928887-bef3-424c-bbef-38f127c17a20 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Drawing: Shading Techniques Mixed-Media Paper Pad (9" x 12") 2 sheets grey mid-tone paper (9" x 12") 1 sheet black paper (9" x 12") Graphite pencils (HB, 2B, 4B) 1 pitt fineliner artist pen Water-soluble graphite (Lyra 6B) Willow Charcoal 1 stick black conte 1 stick white conte 1 blending stump white eraser Workable spray Fixative (Krylon) Suggested place to buy art supplies: Opus Art Supplies, 512 Herald St, Victoria BC or order online: https://opusartsupplies.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 .

  • Gift Cards | Vancouver Island School of Art

    Give the gift of art - purchase a gift card for a course or workshop. Give the Gift of Art $75 Suggested amounts $ 75 (3 hr online workshop) $ 95 (3 hr in-person workshop, supplies incl) $ 135 (6 hr in-person workshop) $ 185 (6 hr in-person workshops, supplies incl.) $575 (12-week course) Workshop Price $75 $95 $135 $185 $575 Other amount Quantity Buy Now

  • Painting from Photography

    cc38c642-a759-4247-8a66-3d0cb8338638 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Painting from Photography Required materials for the first class: - Acrylic or oil paints (black and white) - Brushes of various sizes and shapes - 8 x 8 inch stretched gessoed canvas (slim) - Mediums/solvents - Pencil (2H recommended) and white chalk/conte stick or pencil Additional materials to be discussed during the first class: - Heavy-body acrylic paints Recommended sets: Golden Essential Acrylic Colours set of 6: Naphthol Red Light, Hansa Yellow Medium,Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Green Light, Lamp Black, Titanium White or Opus Essential Heavy Body Acrylic set of 6: Naphthol Red Light, Hansa Yellow Medium, Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Green Light, Lamp Black, Titanium White Additional colours (required): Cadmium Orange (Medium), Cadmium Yellow (Medium), Dioxazine Violet, Cadmium Red (Medium), Cerulean Blue. Additional colours (optional): Yellow Ochre, Raw Sienna, Cobalt Blue, Burnt Sienna - Acrylic medium (gloss or satin)(to extend working time of paints) - Palette knifes for mixing paint - Paint brushes set of varied sizes / types (stiff synthetic for acrylic) - 2” wide paint brush - Gesso or acrylic primer (if you wish to add another layer to your canvas) (optional) - Newsprint paper pad / cartridge paper pad - Paint paper (individual sheets or bound) - Small - medium sized stretched canvases (slim or deep) and/or wood boards for in-class and take-home exercises (sizes will depend on students’ personal preference / chosen direction for assignments) - 9 x 12” hard bound sketchbook (or coiled) - HB or 2B pencil - Erasers, kneaded and white/black (Sumo brand recommended) - White conte stick (optional) - Paint apron (suggested) - Plastic Toolbox or small Luggage case for material storage & transport (optional) Additional items dependent on students’ personal preference/chosen direction for assignments: - Alternative paints and their supplies: Oil: select colours, brushes (hog bristle), substrates, rags, odourless mineral spirits (OMS), walnut or linseed oil, sealed jars and containers, mediums Watercolours and gouache: select colours, substrates, brushes The Vancouver Island School of Art is delighted to have a partnership with Opus Art Supplies. You can also 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 .

  • Employment Opportunities | Vancouver Island School of Art

    Employment opportunities for instructors and office staff at the Vancouver Island School of Art Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS Become an instructor at VISA. The Vancouver Island School of Art is a teaching community that has served Victoria and the surrounding area for the last 20 years. VISA is an independent post-secondary school with a focus on technique, personal expression and contemporary context. The school was founded in 2004 by artist and educator Wendy Welch. From its inception, VISA has always sought out artists in the community who have a unique vision based on their own artistic practice. Instructors are encouraged to propose courses or workshops based on their own practice and interests. The Executive Director is willing to assist in the development of course curriculum, especially to those who are new to teaching. VISA has hired many MFA graduates from UVic and other universities who have since become part of prestigious university faculties. Teaching at VISA is a great way to expand your teaching experience, develop new ideas and share your interests with students whose ages range from 18-90 years. In-person and online positions are available. All our courses are 3 hours long, once a week. They are offered morning (10am-1pm), afternoon (2-5pm) and evening (6-9pm). We prefer that instructors new to VISA start with a workshop or six-week course proposal. Apply online. Apply Now Thanks for applying! Course Length/Delivery Please provide course or workshop title and a brief description 100-150 words) in the box below Upload your first image Max of 3 images in JPG, PNG, GIF, or WEBP format (Maximum file sizes of 1mb) Workshop Length/Delivery How did you hear about VISA? Upload your CV Upload CV Upload your CV in DOC, DOX, PDF, or XPS format (max file size 15mb) Please include the name, phone number and email for each reference. Upload your second image Max of 3 images in JPG, PNG, GIF, or WEBP format (Maximum file sizes of 1mb) Upload your third image JPG, PNG, GIF, or WEBP format (Maximum file sizes of 1mb) Upload 3 images related to your course or workshop * Upload images below in JPG, PNG, GIF, or WEBP format (Maximum file sizes of 1mb) NEW Application deadlines Fall semester (12 week courses, September-December) May 15 Winter semester (12 week courses, January-April) September 15 Spring/Summer semester (6 week course, May-June and July-August) February 15 Some exceptions to these deadlines may apply. Application Requirements BFA in Visual Arts or equivalent 1 year or more teaching experience Personal art practice with exhibition experience Web presence (website or social media) Include a brief bio with teaching, education and reference details Provide a short workshop or course proposal. Class size is limited to 14 students (in-person) and 22 (online) A website or equivalent web portfolio alongside contact info is a must Teaching at VISA is a unique and entirely delightful experience. VISA attracts interest from all walks of life and stages of learning and inquiry. The students there take genuine pleasure in instruction – they both challenge the norms and are ready to be challenged. The atmosphere is one of both serious study and levity. VISA is a place where lasting and meaningful connections are made, and where art comes to life. Dylan Cram, Instructor: Painting, Drawing 20 years ago, I had just completed my MFA and arrived in Victoria from the Prairies. Eager to further both my art and teaching practice, I was fortunate to be introduced to Wendy Welch who was starting Vancouver Island School of Art. It was exactly what I needed; a workshop-based course structure and the opportunity to design my own course curriculum. Without a doubt, my experience at VISA influenced my future accomplishments as a post-secondary educator. Megan Dickie (Associate Professor and Chair, University of Victoria), Instructor (2005-2008 Working at VISA has been a fantastic experience, it is student centred yet the administration and the Director will always have your back, it is an excellent way to be involved in the creative community in Victoria and the region with an eclectic range of students and also the schools' relationship to other institutions. It is a supportive, open and fun way to learn to be a teacher and for me, after ten years of working with VISA, it continues to be a great learning experience and a vital connection to the arts community. I look forward to working with VISA for many years to come. Jeremy Herndl Instructor: Painting (2014-Present) I had the pleasure of teaching at the Vancouver Island School of Art upon graduating from my MFA degree at the University of Victoria where I am now a full-time sessional instructor. VISA offers new instructors a valuable opportunity to develop their teaching skills and presents those starting out in the field with a great chance to shape their own courses and projects. Todd Lambeth, Instructor: Drawing, Painting (2008-2019) VISA offers a unique creative environment, bringing together creatives from across the region and beyond. As an instructor, I enjoy the freedom to construct interesting content for my students to encourage and support them in their artistic pursuits. Another reason I enjoy being part of VISA is the appreciation I feel for the strong sense of community that Wendy continues to build since the school first opened its doors. By offering online classes, this welcoming community extends to anyone who wants to improve their studio practice, expand their skills, and find like-minded folks. Kate Scoones, Instructor (2007-Present) Working at Vancouver Island School of Art is so much fun. There is a real sense of community and a shared love of art by staff and students. The students are dedicated, talented and receptive. The Director, Wendy Welch and the administrative team at VISA are helpful and supportive. I am proud to be part of the school. Tamara Bond, Instructor: Drawing, Design (2020-Present) Teach With Us

  • Corrie Peters | Vancouver Island School of Art

    Discover Corrie Peters 's background and education. Biography Corrie Peters (she/her) is an artist in conversation with social practice, fibre art and installation, among other mediums. Her artwork is building relationships that teach her how to listen to and learn from those often silenced through current systems of power. In this she holds so much gratitude for all those who have, and continue to, teach her about empathy, activism, change and care. The publicly displayed pieces are the documentation of Corrie’s artwork – translating what she has learnt to a larger audience. These are often layered projects that involve time, both as a medium, and as a component of viewing. She continually finds herself returning to the craft-based materials and techniques of the matriarchs of her family in all her work. Corrie is living as an uninvited guest with her extended family, on the unceded land of the lək̓ʷəŋən speaking peoples. Her work has been supported by grants from The Canada Council for the Arts, Social Science and Humanities Research, among others, as well as through residencies at the Santa Fe Art Institute and Salt Spring Arts Council. She also won the inaugural Salt Spring National Art Prize. https://corriepeters.ca/ Education MFA University of Manitoba BFA Concordia University BA Child and Youth Care, University of Victoria Corrie Peters Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

  • Tony Bounsall | Vancouver Island School of Art

    Discover Tony Bounsall's background and education. Biography Tony has been working professionally for thirty years as a commercial photographer and is a photo arts graduate (BAPA) from Toronto Metropolitan University . He currently teaches digital photography, iPhoneography and Photo-Based Mixed Media and Collage at University of Victoria Continuing Ed. Tony has also taught workshops at The Coast Collective, The Denman Island Arts Centre, The Old School House in Qualicum Beach, MISSA and “Series” at Red Deer College in Alberta. Over the last 15 years, Tony has worked in several different mediums, including digital artwork, alternative based photography, mixed media, collage and encaustics. His work draws inspiration from his travels, the environment, topographic mapping, satellite photography and medical imagery. He exhibits and sells his own fine art prints and mixed media work throughout North America. Instagram: #tony_bounsall tonybounsall.com Tony Bounsall Photo-Design Commercial,editorial portraiture, architectural & fine art photography Education BA (Photography) Toronto Metropolitan University Tony Bounsall Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

  • Xane St Phillip | Vancouver Island School of Art

    Discover Xane St Phillip's background and education. Biography Xane St Phillip has over 15 years experience as an art educator and his work focuses on painting, sculpture and installation. He is also an art and design consultant in the architectural field. Xane has exhibited his work in Canada and the U.S., and is currently involved on a 'living wall' project for the Gateway Green development on Blanshard and Fisgard, with Victoria architects De Hoog and Kierulf. Last summer he was part of the Greenwoosh Exhibition at Open Space. Xane also works as a Colour Consultant for designers and homeowners in Victoria. Education MFA University of California, Santa Barbara BFA University of Victoria Xane St Phillip Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

  • Leah McInnis | Vancouver Island School of Art

    Discover Leah McInnis's background and education. Biography Leah McInnis is an interdisciplinary visual artist, designer, arts-worker and educator currently based in Victoria, BC. Recent solo and two-person exhibitions include Club Assembly at ARTSPLACE (Annapolis Royal, NS), Mass at Open Space Arts Society (Victoria, BC) and Mood Swings at Flux Gallery (Winnipeg, MB). Her artwork and writing have been published locally, nationally and abroad. Since 2018, McInnis has completed artist residencies in Finland (Arteles Creative Centre), Alberta (Mitchell Art Gallery), Quebec (Murmur Land Studio) and BC (Empire of Dirt). McInnis holds an MFA (U. of Victoria), BFA (Emily Carr U.), BA (U. of Alberta) and a Dip. Fine Arts (MacEwan College). Her work in the arts is generously supported by the British Columbia Arts Council and the Canada Council for the Arts. McInnis is a founding member of the conceptual artist collective, MOPE (Victoria, BC /Brooklyn, NY). https://leahmcinnis.com/ https://www.instagram.com/leah__mcinnis/ Education MFA University of Victoria BFA Emily Carr Institute of Art + Design Leah McInnis Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

  • Tim McCormack | Vancouver Island School of Art

    Discover Tim McCormack's background and education. Biography Tim McCormack is a Toronto-based artist with a Masters Interdisciplinary from York University and an undergraduate diploma from OCAD. He is an accomplished artist with thirty years of teaching experience to college students and adult learners. For the last ten years he has been the Lead Instructor in the Figure Drawing Stream in the Bachelor of Animation Program at Sheridan College (Oakville, Ontario). Tim's art practice includes landscape, portraiture and images for the Digital Romantic Landscape , his visual Master's thesis film. He presented in Society for Animation Studies Conferences in Toronto and Canterbury, England. He has had several solo shows of watercolours, oils and pastels. His work is found in private collections. https://timmccormackdraws.com/ Education MA (Interdisciplinary Studies), York University Fine Arts Diploma, OCAD Tim McCormack Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

  • Painting: Introduction to Colour

    a07025b1-ef8d-489e-b0cc-97e572496f74 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Painting: Introduction to Colour Mixed-Media Paper Pad (9" x 12") Acrylic paint (Amsterdam or Liquitex basics): Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Ultramarine, Black, Titanium white, Raw Umber 4 Hogs hair or synthetic fibre brushes (Filbert): 1", 1/2", 1/4" (x2) I large 2" or 3" hardware store paint brush Acrylic medium - gloss or matt (NOT gel medium or pouring medium) Palette pad or aluminum foil Cotton rag or blue shop towel pencil, eraser Suggested place to buy art supplies: Opus Art Supplies, 512 Herald St, Victoria BC or order online: https://opusartsupplies.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 .

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