e2dca07b-5ed1-44f9-80ce-389fbebaef31 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Drawing: Sense of Place a range of graphite pencils 4H-8B couple sizes of blending stumps kneadable eraser white rubber eraser sketchbook camera (phone camera is fine) 2 or 3 sheets of 17"x22" mylar (Grafix 2-sided Drafting Films from Opus) ruler masking tape The Vancouver Island School of Art is delighted to have a partnership with Opus Art Supplies so please consider using this link and clicking on your course to purchase supplies from Opus Art Supplies: Partnership Page . 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 .

Discover David Kaarsemaker's background and education. Biography David Kaarsemaker holds a BFA from Concordia University and an MFA from the University of Ottawa. He has worked as an art educator in a wide range of institutions, including The Art Gallery of Ontario, Algonquin College, and the University of Ottawa. He was a finalist in the 2017 RBC Painting Competition and his work is included in the collections of Global Affairs Canada, the City of Ottawa, the City of St John’s, The Rooms Provincial Art Gallery, and the Newfoundland Provincial Art Bank. David’s paintings over the past few years come from ideas and images that arise from the quiet mental states achieved after several days of walking alone on long backpacking trips. https://davidkaarsemaker.com/ Education MFA University of Ottawa BFA Concordia University David Kaarsemaker Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

53866b07-0369-40fb-94a7-efab9dce4080 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Contemporary Art I Note-taking materials: - notebook (specifically devoted to this course) - pen - a textbook (see below) is required for this class, so please purchase prior to the start of class (either the paperback or Kindle version is ok) Occasionally you will be asked to bring in items for specific hands-on projects in class. Required Textbook: Rudd, Natalie, Contemporary Art (Art Essential Series), Thames and Hudson, 2023 https://www.amazon.ca/Contemporary-Art-Natalie-Rudd/dp/0500296707/ref=sr_1_2 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 .

74e31d77-f783-409c-a9e6-794cf2beb1e9 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Drawing People Items required for the first class: - Graphite Pencils (4b/6b pencils) - Sketchbook 11”x 14” All-purpose paper - Erasers - Ballpoint pen - Black Chisel-tipped Sharpie Additional Items to be discussed during the first class: - Drawing pencils set of 6 (8B-2H range) - Erasers, kneaded and white/black (Sumo brand recommended) - Conte sticks (b and 2b) - Set of assorted sizes vine (willow) charcoal - Blender stick (optional) - Sharpie or similar Permanent markers two sizes (fne and chisel) - Black 18K Broad Posca Marker - Kuretake Bimoji Brushpen - Fountain pen: to be discussed - twigs and home made reed pens - India ink, acrylic ink and brushes (to be discussed) - Chalk and oil pastels (assorted set or individual colours based on your personal choice) - X-ACTO (precision carving craft knife stainless steel) knife with extra blades - Snap-blade knife - Scissors - Glue sticks - Brown kraft paper sketchbook or in sheets - Found books (to be drawn in) - Assorted sheets of paper for dry and wet mediums - various sizes, thicknesses, hot / cold press - Newsprint paper pad / cartridge paper pad Additional drawing materials will be discussed after the first class (dependent on students’ personal preference / chosen direction for assignments). 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 .

Give the gift of art - purchase a gift card for a course or workshop. Give the Gift of Art $135 Suggested amounts $135 (in-person workshop 6 hours) $245 (in-person workshop 12 hours) $275 (in-person or online course, 18 hours, six weeks) Workshop Price $135 $245 $275 Other amount Quantity Buy Now

Tuition at the Vancouver Island School of Art is charged on a per course or workshop basis. The Certificate of Visual Arts program has an application fee. Tuition & Fees VISA courses and workshops are open for registration on a rolling basis throughout our Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer terms. We are currently registering students for both In-person (as COVID-19 restrictions allow) and Online courses. Please review our website to learn about our course selections for each term. You can register online through our website using either PayPal, VISA or Mastercard. If you would prefer to have one of our staff assist you to register, please email or call our office. Tuition Tuition for full and part-time students and students who are not in a program is based on the cost of individual courses and workshops. Some courses and workshops have an additional material fee (see individual descriptions for details). Programs - Full Time Tuition Per Semester Hours Per Semester 12 Week $575 36 hours Workshops Tuition Hours Certificate: 7 - 12 week courses @ $575 per course $4025 252 hours 6 Week - 18 hours (Spring & Summer semester) $275 18 hours Courses Tuition Hours 12 hours materials not included $245 12 hours 6 hours materials not included $135 6 hours 3 hours materials included $95 3 hours 3 hours materials not included $75 3 hours *Workshop tuition varies based on materials and setup fee. 6 hours materials included $185 6 hours Student Funded Tuition Tuition is due and payable in full at the time of registration and no later than one week prior to the start of classes. This is to ensure student placement in selected courses. PAY TUITION ONLINE Payments via: Register Online (PayPal or Credit Card) E-transfer ( wwelch@vancouverislandschoolart.com ) Gift certificates, Cash, or Cheque. An administration fee of $50 will be charged on all NSF cheques. Phone: 250-380-3500 Email: info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Other funding options Government Student Loan Funded Tuition The Vancouver Island School of Art is a designated institution with the Student Aid BC. Students registered in the Certificate Program are eligible for loans from the British Columbia Student Assistance Program. The fee payment deadline is no later than one week prior to the start of classes. To meet this deadline, it is recommended that Student Loan application forms be completed and mailed to SABC by June 30. If fee payment or written confirmation of loan approval by SABC is not received by the deadline, students will then be responsible to pay 50% of their fees to secure their registration in courses. The remaining 50% is due by September 30. If these conditions are not met, the student may be de-registered from courses. Other Sources of Outside Funding Students applying for Indian and Northern Affairs funding, RESP's, or funding from other outside sources should submit their applications prior to June 30. Written confirmation of approval from the funding agency must be received two weeks prior to the start of classes, and must also state the expected date that fees will be forthcoming to the school. You can register any time before the start date of a course or workshop but keep in mind they fill up quickly so it is advisable to register as soon as possible. Tuition Tax Receipt (form T2202) For tax year 2019 and later years, every DEI in Canada will file the new T2202, Tuition and Enrolment Certificate, for each student meeting the following conditions: Student eligibility: ·You are at least 18 years of age. ·You were enrolled in a qualified educational program as defined by Canada Revenue Agency (the Certificate of Visual Arts - Full Time program offered by VISA falls into this category), or ·You were enrolled in a specified educational program as defined by Canada Revenue Agency (the Certificate of Visual Arts Part - Time program offered by VISA falls into this category). ·Each of your courses in the program is a minimum of 3 consecutive weeks in length and provides no less than 12 hours of instruction per month. ·You are taking the program to improve or obtain occupational skills. Course eligibility: Your course is part of the Certificate of Visual Arts program at the Vancouver Island School of Art. All certificates are considered “designated post-secondary programs” as defined by Canada Revenue Agency. ·Your course is a requirement towards the completion of a certificate program. ·The tuition fees paid add up to a minimum of $100. ·Your course(s) was at least three consecutive weeks in length. ·Course hours add up to at least 12 hours per month. ·You paid the tuition fees. Your employer, company or institution did not submit the fees to VISA on your behalf, or, you were not reimbursed later by your employer, company or institution, or, you did not receive a grant, benefit or allowance from a third party. Courses and workshops taken under the Individual Course and Workshop option do not fall under these requirements and as such, a Tuition and Enrolment Certificate (T2202) will not be issued for them. Effective January 2020, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) now requires that students provide their Social Insurance Number (SIN) to their educational institution to be displayed on their T2202 Tuition and Enrolment certificate. The tax receipt is generated in February for the previous calendar year. For more information, please review the CRA site (https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/publications/p105/p105-students-income-tax.html). Live Longer with Art Initiative This is a tuition-subsidy program that is geared towards seniors on a low income. Download PDF Program fees Fee Payments can be made by VISA, MasterCard, debit, E-transfer (director@vancouverislandschoolart.com ), or online (below). Note: When requesting an official transcript be mailed to an institution you are applying to study at, also email the office with institution address information. Application Fee Canadian Student $50 PAY ONLINE Application Fee International Student $100 PAY ONLINE Graduation Fee Certificate of Visual Arts $50 PAY ONLINE Official Transcript - Regular Mail $10 PAY ONLINE Official Transcript - Express Post $20 PAY ONLINE Quick links Refund Policy Understand how to withdraw from a course or workshop Student Policies Read our policies for Academic Conduct, Safety & more Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

55be09e5-63a6-463d-a6d3-4660916446db Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Watercolour: Experimental Landscapes - watercolour pan set or watercolour in tubes (blue, red, yellow, orange, violet, green) (if you already own watercolours bring what you have) - #10 or #12 round synthetic sable watercolour brush - plastic tray for mixing colours (white plastic lids could suffice). - two containers of water - H pencil, eraser and sharpener - lo-tac masking tape (1/2") - small spray bottle - 9 x 12″ watercolour sketchbook with 100% cotton paper, cold press, 140 lb (Arches paper pad is recommended. This pad is more expensive than the lesser quality pads but you will get better results and you can use both sides of paper. - paper towels 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 .

Drop-in in-person drawing sessions offered at the Vancouver Island School of Art on the last Sunday of every month, 2-4pm. Sunday Drawing We are launching an in-person drop-in drawing session starting November 27, 2-4pm. These sessions will be held once a month (usually the last Sunday of the month). Each session will include a new project and medium. For information on the topic for each session, visit the Draw by Drawing blog . Beginners welcome. All supplies are included. Cost: $20* Advanced Registration recommended as seats are limited. *Reduced rate of $10 or $5 available for those on limited income. Please call office to qualify for reduced rate. Location: 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria Note: Parking is across the street at the Johnson St Parkade (free on Sundays) Phone: 250.380.3500 Email us: info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Made possible in part by a grant by the Y.P. Heung Foundation and the City of Victoria . 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

The Vancouver Island School of Art is a contemporary art school located in downtown Victoria that offers in-person and online courses and workshops for adults of all ages. 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. 20 years and counting! With more than 6000 students and 140 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. 2025-2026 Highlights Discover some exciting upcoming events—and key achievements over the last 20+ 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 Mixed Media Art Fundamentals Art History, Theory Fall Workshops Acrylic Painting Basics Learn basic paintings techniques in this welcoming course for beginners. Starts Sep 9 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Fantastical Gardens with Gouache Be inspired to use gouache by learning how a range of artists visit the garden as subject. Starts Sep 9 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Landscape Painting Now I Bring your landscape painting to a new level by looking at contemporary landscape artists. Starts Sep 19 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Painting Inspired by Photographs Discover how you can use photography as a tool to make exciting and dramatic paintings. Starts Sep 9 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Painting: Introduction I This course covers introductory techniques to painting with an emphasis on personal style. Starts Sep 18 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Painting: Light and Space Enhance your paintings by understanding how to use light and space in an effective way. Starts Sep 19 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Painting: Series Development Learn to develop a body of work based on a singular theme. Starts Sep 18 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... Loading availability... VIEW COURSE Painting the Figure This online course will use the timeless subject of the human figure as a source of painting. Starts Sep 17 575 Canadian dollars $575 Loading availability... 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 Paint like an Artist II Pastel Flowers Student Work See what we are up to.

2928d94d-80ab-4b77-974b-43969d380405 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Oil Pastels - oil pastels yellow magenta cyan ultramarine blue white raw umber black - mixed media drawing pad (or 10 sheets drawing paper) - blending stump 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 .

bcf796d9-aaa4-4959-9af3-e32f766e98ba Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - How to Draw: Ink Flowers -sketchbook 11 x 14" -small bamboo brush (size 6) -plastic pen holder and bowl-point nib for drawing (not a calligraphy nib) -india ink -white conte crayon (or white pastel or white pastel pencil) -2 or more soft pastels (green and any other colour) -scissors -glue stick The Vancouver Island School of Art is delighted to have a partnership with Opus Art Supplies so please consider using this link and clicking on your course to purchase supplies from Opus Art Supplies: Partnership Page . 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 .

Answers to frequently asked questions about the Vancouver Island School of Art. Frequently Asked Questions What makes VISA unique? What does being an independent and contemporary art school mean? The Vancouver Island School of Art is the only art school in downtown Victoria. The school is open to all members of the community aged 18 and upwards. People can take individual courses and workshops or participate in a one-year Certificate of Visual Arts program. VISA courses focus on development of technique, personal expression and making art in a contemporary context. All the faculty are practicing artists with a minimum of a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and teaching experience. VISA's Certificate of Visual Arts program has been approved by the B.C. Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training. Do I need previous art experience to take a course at VISA? Most of the courses and workshops at VISA are open to people with no previous art experience. If a course does require “previous experience” this is indicated in the course description. What are VISA's hours of operation and when is the school closed? What if my class falls on a Public Holiday ·Office Hours Mon-Fri, 9:30am-5:00pm ·Holiday Hours The school is closed on Statutory Holidays. ·If your course is on a day that a Public Holiday falls, class will not be held on that day and a make-up class will be scheduled on the same day of the week during the mid-term break. When can I view an exhibition in the Slide Room Gallery? The Gallery is open for viewing during the week when classes are not in session, or by appointment. Check with the office to confirm. When there is an opening and artist talk on a Saturday the exhibition is open to the public between 1-4pm. For more information: https://slideroomgallery.com/ I would like to teach a course or workshop at VISA. How do I apply? You are encouraged to submit a proposal outlining what you want to teach and submit a CV. For more information review our employment opportunities. Are VISA's courses tax-deductable? Students enrolled in the Certificate of Visual Arts program are issued a T2202 (Tuition and Enrolment Certificate) in February for tuition paid for program courses. Courses taken outside of the Certificate program and workshops are not eligible. Is VISA a Registered Charity? How do I donate to VISA and what can I donate? Monetary donations can be made through our website, by phone, or in-person. You can also donate to VISA through the PayPal Giving Fund and CanadaHelps. As a charitable organization VISA issues a tax receipt for donations over $25. Tax receipts for automatic monthly donations are issued for the previous year in February. At this time VISA is not accepting donations of books or other supplies. What is VISA's Transmissable Disease Protocol? Vancouver Island School of Art’s protocol for planning and conducting safe school operations is informed by recommendations from the BC Centre for Disease Control, WorkSafeBC, and the Go-Forward Guidelines from BC’s Public Post-Secondary Sector. This COVID-19 Safety Plan applies to Vancouver Island School of Art faculty, staff and students. Due to health risks posed by exposure to COVID-19, it is mandatory that all faculty, staff and students take reasonable actions to eliminate or minimize their exposure to the virus to reduce the likelihood of transmission. As the pandemic is ongoing additional policies may be added or adjusted according to orders of the Provincial Health Officer. Announcements will be made to keep faculty, staff and students up-to-date. Vaccine passport and photo ID are no longer needed for courses, workshops and events at VISA. Masks are preferred. School Questions Can the Certificate of Visual Arts be transferred to a University degree program? VISA's Certificate of Visual Arts is transferable to the second year of the: ·Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Media Arts or Bachelor of Design degree at EMILY CARR UNIVERSITY OF ART + DESIGN ·Bachelor in Arts, Major in Fine Arts Degree at the VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY Students planning to transfer to one of these institutions upon completion of the Certificate program should check that university’s calendar, as the application process begins partway through the school year. VISA does not automatically send transcripts; students should contact the office to request official and interim transcripts. Can I take courses without enrolling in the Certificate program? Yes! VISA’s courses and workshops are open to all adults. I would like to study at VISA as an international student, how to I acquire a study permit? Students should start by following the admission requirements on the Certificate program page. Upon acceptance into the Certificate of Visual Arts program international students may apply for a study permit through the Government of Canada website. Processing times can vary, so students should apply early. Travelers visiting Victoria and those joining us online from around the world are welcome to take individual courses and workshops outside of the Certificate program without a study permit. Does VISA offer online courses? Yes. Up to 50% of the school’s courses and workshops are taught online (synchronous) via Zoom. Recordings are provided after each class. Do you offer drop-in sessions? VISA offers two online drop-in sessions and they are both offered on a bi-monthly basis: Watercolour Mondays and Draw by Drawing. VISA does not have life drawing drop-in sessions. Check our Special Activities page for pop-up drop-in sessions. How do I register for courses or workshops? VISA courses and workshops are open for registration on a rolling basis throughout our Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer terms. We are currently registering students for both In-person (as COVID-19 restrictions allow) and Online courses. Please review our website to learn about our course selections for each term. You can register online through our website using either PayPal, VISA or Mastercard. If you would prefer to have one of our staff assist you to register, please email or call our office. Do you offer classes for youth? Sunday Drawing (the last Sunday of every month) is an in-person drop-in drawing session where children are welcome if they are accompanied by a parent. $20 for adults, children free of charge. Our online drop-in classes are open to young adults 15 and over: Draw by Drawing and Watercolour Mondays. How do I apply for financial aid? The Vancouver Island School of Art is a designated institution with Student Aid BC. Students registered in the Certificate Program are eligible for loans from the British Columbia Student Assistance Program. The fee payment deadline is no later than one week prior to the start of classes. To meet this deadline, it is recommended that Student Loan application forms be completed and mailed to SABC by June 30. If fee payment or written confirmation of loan approval by SABC is not received by the deadline, students will then be responsible to pay 50% of their fees to secure their registration in courses. The remaining 50% is due by September 30. If these conditions are not met, the student may be de-registered from courses. Can I purchase a gift card? Gift Cards are available for purchase on our site. Select the Gift Card button under the School Info tab. Gift Cards purchased on the site may be used as a form of payment for courses and workshops. Gift certificates purchased through the office, prior to November 2022 can be redeemed by calling or emailing the school. 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