18753406-d022-42e9-9949-87b072150917 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Drawing and Film Noir Items required for the first class: - 18" x 24" or larger cartridge pad - HB, 2B and 4B pencils - white soft eraser - grey gum eraser (kneadable) - pencil sharpener - compressed charcoal/conte - willow or vine stick charcoal - bulldog clips (2 large size) - India ink & brushes Additional items to be discussed during the first class: - 11" ×14" or larger sketchbook - 18" x 24" newsprint pad - white and black conte crayons - 2-3 paper drawing stumps - #6 & #10 round watercolour brush - 1 tube each black and white gouache (optional) - rag/paper towel - scissors, exacto knife or box-cutter - masking tape - note-taking materials 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 .

Give the gift of art - purchase a gift card for a course or workshop. Give the Gift of Art $75 Workshop Price $75 $105 $150 $195 $595 Other amount Quantity Buy Now

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

a117305e-e5c2-44c2-b33c-5b1f7c801ab6 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Drawing: Flora and Fauna - Mixed-Media Paper Pad (9" x 12" or larger) - 2 sheets grey mid-tone paper (9" x 12") - 1 sheet black paper (9" x 12") - Graphite pencils (HB, 2B, 4B) - Water-soluble graphite (Lyra 4B) - 1 1/4" -1/2" paint brush - 1 stick black conte - 1 stick white conte - 1 blending stump - white eraser - 1 small set of chalk pastels (or just the primary colours + white and black) - 1 small set of pencil crayons (or just the primary colours + white and black) - Workable spray Fixative (optional) 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 .

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 .

Drawing Nature Events at the Vancouver Islands School Art including exhibition openings, artist talks and lectures, fundraisers and Open Houses Drawing Nature Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

Discover Kemi Craig's background and education. Biography Kemi Craig (she/her) is an interdisciplinary artist living in the traditional unceded lək̓ʷəŋən territories (Victoria,BC). Through her lived experience as a woman of African descent, she uses the language of dance, analogue film, video and projections to draw complex relationships between histories, futures and the present. Kemi is a graduate from the Emily Carr University of Art Design with a Masters degree in Fine Art. Since graduating she has exhibited and performed through arts centers and galleries across BC and Canada. Additionally, she has worked as a curator, programmer, and artist educator. For three years, Kemi was the Artist in Residence with Dance Victoria as well as the 2022 -2024 Artist in Residence with the City of Victoria. https://www.kemicraig.com/ Education MA Fine Arts, Emily Carr University of Art and Design Kemi Craig Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

d3c0317e-426c-4e4a-8f68-6b57793acf5b Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Painting the Ocean Choose which paint you'd like to use and get supplies only for that type of paint, unless you'd like to work with multiples types of paint. Watercolour: - watercolour paints either tube, pan or pencils* - variety of watercolour brushes (round, flat, quill) in various sizes (must have a detail brush size 0) - watercolour paper pad around 8 x 10 inches Oil: - oil painting paints, pallet knife, linseed/other medium like Galkyd Lite) * - oil brushes (recommend having a flat, round, detail size 0, and fan brush) - oil painting paper or gessoed watercolour paper/board/ primed surface around 8 x 10 inches Acrylic: - acrylic paints * - acrylic brushes (recommend having a flat, round, detail, and fan brush and a variety of sizes 0 - 1" or so) - acrylic painting paper around 8 x 10 inches All Mediums: - painter's tape - paint pallet (ensure its the right kind for your chosen type of paint) - pencil, sharpener and eraser - sketchbook - paper towel / rags Additional Materials to be Discussed: - stretched and gessoed canvas or other primed painting surfaces (around 11" x 14") - optional: metal/plastic viewfinder (we will make these with paper!) - optional: a variety of blue paints in addition to phthalo/ultramarine, such as cerulean/indigo/cobalt * all paints regardless of type must include a red, yellow, blue, black and white (recommend cad red med, hansa yellow light/med, ultramarine/phthalo blue) * 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 .

Discover Rotem Anna Diamant's background and education. Biography Ro is a multidisciplinary artist and librarian who creates comics, illustrations, and sculptures focused on themes of identity, often conveying experiences and ideas using elements of the surreal and magical. In 2018, they founded Canada Comics Open Library (CCOL) , a Toronto-based community library and art space for comics, readers, and creators. They created and maintain the Canadian Cartoonists Database , a searchable online database for comics creators in Canada. In 2025, they launched the zine/comics distro Lost Doll . Ro has been making and sharing their art, zines, and comics for over a decade, exhibiting at zine, comics, and art fairs and galleries across the provinces. They published their first full-length graphic novel Dancing With the Sheyd in 2026, debuting at The Toronto Comic Arts Festival. This graphic memoir was created with support from the Canada Council for the Arts through an Explore and Create Grant. Ro has served on selection committees for a variety of comics-focused grant-funded projects, spoken at academic conferences about comics, and was a judge for the Doug Wright Awards in 2019. Ro believes that everyone can create comics, and loves seeing others approach the comics medium in unique ways and have fun creating. rotemannadiamant.com Rotem Anna Diamant Education Master of Library and Information Science, University of Toronto BA English Honours, University of Winnipeg Rotem Anna Diamant Create your future COURSES & WORKSHOPS

e21eca78-7e62-4eac-a115-14e5166597d2 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Gouache: Inspiration & Expression Gouache Paints: If you are new to gouache I recommend starting off with a set such as Winsor Newton Intro to Art Set or any set that includes the recommended colours below. If you are buying individual tubes recommended brands are Winsor and Newton, M. Graham, Holbein or Schmincke Recommended colours: 2 yellows, 2 reds, 2 blues, green, violet, orange, titanium white, ivory black (I am not recommending specific colours because gouache paint pigment availability varies greatly by art supply store so flexibility is necessary). Brushes: - watercolour brushes: synthetic, round no. 12 and no. 4 and 3/4" flat - palette for mixing paint: white plastic palette for watercolour, white ceramic plates or white lids from yogurt containers or a combination Be prepared to have quite a few areas to mix paint. I like to use something called a butcher tray to mix gouache paints on. These are usually available in art supply stores. Paper: Since this is an online course we will be working on a smaller scale for class projects. - the following 9 x 12" pads are recommended: Arches, cold press, 140lb watercolour pad and a Legion Stonehenge black coldpress watercolour paper pad. If you are unable to find these particular pads you can also buy 2 full sheets of 140lb watercolour paper and divide into four sheets each (for a total of eight pieces) and sheet of Stonehenge black watercolour paper or Stonehenge black drawing paper (can also be divided into four sheets). You can choose to work larger for homework projects should you desire. -all-purpose sketchbook (9 x 12”) Other: - HB pencil, eraser - white watercolour pencil - spray bottle - metal ruler 12” - glue-stick (look for one that says "permanent" or "extra strong") - scissors - masking tape A note on gouache paint: please note we are using regular gouache for this course and not “acrylic gouache”. Email if you have any questions: wwelch@vancouverislandschoolart.com 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 .

88fb3be9-65f5-4052-9f1b-2f728e12bb1c Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Fantastical Gardens with Gouache Gouache Paints (M. Graham or Winsor & Newton Designer Colours or Lukas are preferred brands): - 2 yellows, 2 reds, 2 blues, green, violet, orange, titanium white, ivory black - Winsor Newton Gouache Pigment Suggestions: Primaries: Yellows: Primary Yellow , Brilliant Yellow Reds: Primary Red , Alizarin Crimson Blues: Ultramarine Blue , Primary Blue Note: if you can only afford to buy one of each of the primaries buy the one listed in bold Secondaries: Orange: Cadmium Free Orange Violet: Winsor Violet Green: Winsor Green Others: Ivory Black Permanent White - watercolour brushes: synthetic sable, no. 12 and no. 4 - palette for mixing paint: white plastic palette for watercolour, white ceramic plates or white lids from yogurt containers or a combination (or your preferred surface/method for mixing gouache paints) Paper: - Since this is an online course we will be working on a smaller scale for class projects. The recommended pads are as follows: Arches, cold press, 140lb watercolour 9 x 12” and Legion Stonehenge black coldpress watercolour 9 x 12". If you are unable to find these particular pads, you can also buy 2 full sheets of 140lb watercolour paper and divide into four sheets each (for a total of eight pieces) and sheet of Stonehenge black watercolour paper divided into four sheets - all-purpose sketchbook (9 x 12” or larger) - spray bottle - metal ruler 12” - white glue, bristle brush for glue - scissors - masking tape A note on gouache paint: please note we are using regular gouache for this course and not “acrylic gouache”. Email if you have any questions: wwelch@vancouverislandschoolart.com 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 .

17b880be-3e6d-4d69-b264-944bd32cec73 Vancouver Island School of Art 302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7 250-380-3500 info@vancouverislandschoolart.com Supply List - Drawing for the Absolute Beginner Items required for the first class: - sketchbook (8" x 10" or larger) - HB, 2B, 4B, 6B, 8B pencils - white soft eraser - 18" x 24" or larger cartridge pad (10-20 sheets to start) Additional supplies to be discussed at first class: - pencil sharpener - compressed charcoal - willow or vine stick charcoal - charcoal pencils - kneaded eraser - blending stumps (3-4 in various sizes) - small set of soft chalk pastels - charcoal or pastel paper 9"X12" (a few pieces, white or coloured) - large pad of newsprint paper (18" x 24") 30-40 sheets to start - grey gum eraser (kneadable) Optional Items: - bulldog clips (2 large size) - drawing board - fixative Spray 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 .