Majie Lavergne & Claudia Lohmann
www.ClaudiaLohmann.com claudialohmann@live.ca 3095 DeCourcy Drive, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1E2 250-722-3445
Born in Germany in April of 1957, Claudia Lohmann has been exposed to art her entire life. Her father was an artist accomplished in landscapes, architecture, and still life. Claudia immigrated to Canada in 1995 with her husband and three children. In 2004 while managing a modest gallery on Salt Spring Island, featuring the art of Richard Jacksties, her own creativity and desire to paint was catalyzed. With her family’s support and encouragement, she began to experiment with various styles and mediums and has since come to favor acrylic paint on wood and canvas. Her paintings began with rudimentary geometric shapes in intricate patterns and bold colours in daring combinations. Although still rooted in her beginnings, her style since progressed into an ever more deliberate method featuring bold lineation and tincture with subtle shapes and symbolism. She c
Come to the Dark Side
presented by Terri Bowen, B.Ed., M.A., instructor at VIU Elder College and North Island College
Learn to Mix Luscious, Rich Darks! Enjoy a Hands-On Painting based on the History, Science and Psychology of Dark Paint Colours and Which Artists Have Used Them in an Outstanding Way (eg., Rembrandt, Caravaggio, el Greco, Goya, Malevich, Reinhardt, Stella, Escher, Nevelson , Kruger, etc!).
When: Sunday, October 23 from 12 noon – 4 pm
Where: Lighthouse Community Center in the Nordin Room, Qualicum Bay
What: Learn about the topic. Follow this up by creating a painting on a 12”x 16” canvass. Bring a reference photo or use a featured picture from the presentation. All materials except brushes are provided for $60 cash at the door.
Contact Terri at 778-424-0107 or tlbowen@shaw.ca by October 21. Limited registration.
Silk Painting Level 1 with Dianne Nelson
Oct 23, 2022 10 am-3pm
Participants will produce a 22 x 22" painting on silk to take home. Patterns will be provided, but you are encouraged to have an idea for a composition. We'll develop a pattern, which we'll sketch on silk with gutta, then paint with special acrylics.
Recommended Prerequisites: Decoding Colour (Sep19), Untangle with ‘Tangling’ (Sep26)
Cost $125
All materials included
About the instructor: Dianne’s first piece sold while she was working as a teacher in Saskatchewan. She has worked and traveled in Australia as well as various places in Canada, including Bella Bella, Ucluelet and the Northwest Territories. It was there, in the tiny Dene hamlet of Fort Liard that she discovered her passion with colour; painting on silk. She continues to be a member of the NWT Arts Association. Since moving to Vancouver Island in, she has exhibited at the Filberg Festival in Comox, The Old School House in Qualicum Beach and the MacMillan
Have you been curious about trying an art class, but not sure what medium you would like? Not ready to commit to a full class (and art supplies) if you don’t know you’ll like it? Why not try this sampler course?
Art Bites is a course designed to give you a taste of a variety of art mediums. Each 2-hour class introduces you to a new medium and show you the basic techniques using a small array of supplies. Everything is provided; you don’t have to bring a thing! Go home each week with a piece of your own and a sense of how this art medium works.
Pick and choose one or more classes. Classes are $35 each.
AM classes are 10am-12pm; PM classes are 1-3 pm.
Follow the links below for class details and online registrations
Aging Artfully is a FREE program offered to independently domiciled seniours living in our community. Our wonderful volunteer teachers provide instruction and support for participants aged 75+. All materials and supplies included.
Acrylic Painting Level 1 with Gordon Wilson
Oct 17, 2022 10 am-3pm
This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of the acrylic painting medium. Starting with an overview of various materials and methods used to paint with acrylics, we will then cover how to apply these elements to produce a final painting.
Recommended Prerequisites: Decoding colour (Sep 19), Creating Visual Harmony (Oct2)
Cost $125
All materials included
About the Instructor: Gordon Wilson enjoys taking seemingly complex art styles and making them accessible and easy to learn. He has a degree in design and education and has taught in high schools for 15 years, as well as other venues. Prior to teaching Gordon was a commercial designer and illustrator for 20 years working in television, publishing, and advertising
Location of class: Studio
Maximum number of participants: 12
Featuring Jeanie Paterson, vocals, Dave Dlinger, Pianist/arranger, Brian McMahon, bass and Michael Wright, drums
This concert is part of a 3 Concert series (Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 6, 2022)
Have you been curious about trying an art class, but not sure what medium you would like? Not ready to commit to a full class (and art supplies) if you don’t know you’ll like it? Why not try this sampler course?
Art Bites is a course designed to give you a taste of a variety of art mediums. Each 2-hour class introduces you to a new medium and show you the basic techniques using a small array of supplies. Everything is provided; you don’t have to bring a thing! Go home each week with a piece of your own and a sense of how this art medium works.
Pick and choose one or more classes. Classes are $35 each.
AM classes are 10am-12pm; PM classes are 1-3 pm.
Follow the links below for class details and online registrations
Bringing Classical Music to the Parksville-Qualicum Beach Area
Oceanside Classical Concerts is a subscription-only concert series. Subscriptions are only available for the season. Tickets are not sold to individual concerts. The reason this is done is to have a predictable income that allows us to book the best talent available. It also means that our volunteers have a major campaign blitz before the season starts without all of the overhead of a box office. Even more importantly it gives the subscribers a carefully crafted concert experience over the entire series.
Subscriptions are transferable so if you’re unable to attend a concert you can invite someone to attend in your place. Please ensure they bring your subscription card with them for the concert.
Cheng² Duo
Concert at 7:00 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm
The Cheng² Duo is a brother-and-sister team – cellist Bryan Cheng and pianist Silvie Cheng. Bryan Cheng is honoured to have been the first cellist to win the Grand Prize at the Orch
For more information please contact info@mcmillanartscentre.com
Aging Artfully is a FREE program offered to independently domiciled seniours living in our community. Our wonderful volunteer teachers provide instruction and support for participants aged 75+. All materials and supplies included.
Aging Artfully is a FREE program offered to independently domiciled seniours living in our community. Our wonderful volunteer teachers provide instruction and support for participants aged 75+. All materials and supplies included.
Art Foundations-Creating Visual Harmony: Composition with Susan Schaefer
Oct 3, 2022 10am -3pm
We learn by doing, so by doing pencil drawings and quick paintings, the student will be able to see various examples of poor and good designs. You may know something is off but be unable to put your finger on what. In this class we will talk about what makes a good design and how to make your paintings work.
All materials included for this class.
Cost: $100
About the Instructor: A West Coast artist with Prairie roots, Susan is an accomplished acrylic painter who is generous in sharing 20 years of tricks and tips that she has learned from some of Canada’s finest artists.
Location of class: Studio
Maximum number of participants: 12
Have you been curious about trying an art class, but not sure what medium you would like? Not ready to commit to a full class (and art supplies) if you don’t know you’ll like it? Why not try this sampler course?
Art Bites is a course designed to give you a taste of a variety of art mediums. Each 2-hour class introduces you to a new medium and show you the basic techniques using a small array of supplies. Everything is provided; you don’t have to bring a thing! Go home each week with a piece of your own and a sense of how this art medium works.
Pick and choose one or more classes. Classes are $35 each.
AM classes are 10am-12pm; PM classes are 1-3 pm.
Follow the links below for class details and online registrations
For more information please contact info@mcmillanartscentre.com
Millions of people in Canada have successfully resolved a problem with substances, but we
rarely see or hear their stories compared to the stereotypes of addiction in media and film.
This exhibit visually illustrates the powerful narratives/accounts of those who have and are
rebuilding their lives: reconnecting with their families, finding work and stable housing, and
developing meaningful relationships with partners, peers, and others who offer support.
Also featured are the perspectives of recovery partners, treatment providers, and harm
reduction service providers who offer practical support and connection for those feeling
overwhelmed and isolated.
Recovery is rarely a solo journey, and it sometimes involves setbacks and hurdles, but the more
we talk about it, share ideas, and embrace different paths, the more people will find their way.
‘Gifts of Recovery’ will be on display September 27th from 4 to 8 pm, and September 28th from
noon to 6 pm, 2022.
Millions of people in Canada have successfully resolved a problem with substances, but we
rarely see or hear their stories compared to the stereotypes of addiction in media and film.
This exhibit visually illustrates the powerful narratives/accounts of those who have and are
rebuilding their lives: reconnecting with their families, finding work and stable housing, and
developing meaningful relationships with partners, peers, and others who offer support.
Also featured are the perspectives of recovery partners, treatment providers, and harm
reduction service providers who offer practical support and connection for those feeling
overwhelmed and isolated.
Recovery is rarely a solo journey, and it sometimes involves setbacks and hurdles, but the more
we talk about it, share ideas, and embrace different paths, the more people will find their way.
‘Gifts of Recovery’ will be on display September 27th from 4 to 8 pm, and September 28th from
noon to 6 pm, 2022.
Art Foundations-Untangle with ‘Tangling’: Zentangle with Rhonda Roy
Sep 26, 2022 10am -3pm
Using The Zentangle Method, this class will explore using elemental strokes and simple materials to create non-representational structured patterns that weave into a small completed 3.5” work of art. Areas of focus will be the importance of the ‘process not outcome’ aspect of Zentangle, the mindfulness element (sometimes called ‘yoga for your brain’), incorporating into your own art practice, including warm-ups, block-breakers, and Zentangle Inspired Art (ZIA).
All materials included for this class.
Cost: $100
About the Instructor: Rhonda Roy is a Zentangle artist and Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT). She discovered Zentangle in 2015, became a CZT in April 2016 and has been teaching Zentangle classes and creating Zentangle Inspired Art since then. Rhonda believes we are all born with a need and an ability to create, and that Zentangle is a great way to awaken that creative side in us all.
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