Anvil Centre will be closed for BC Day on Monday, August 4.

Acrylic Painting – An Introduction

Explore acrylic painting through the history of the medium from the 1940’s to present day. Develop techniques such as colour mixing, application techniques, brushwork and composition through class exercises.

Stencil Graffiti – An Introduction

Learn the exciting technique of making and using stencils to create an image using negative space. Work with both dry and wet media and develop increasingly complicated stencils to create a final work using aerosol on canvas board.

Drawing – An Introduction

Learn the basic concepts, techniques, and processes of drawing while developing observation skills. Utilize fine art materials such as graphite, charcoal, and coloured pencil, and learn about drawing styles and movements.

Drawing

Learn all about drawing techniques in this dedicated class. Students will learn step by step instruction and build confidence in their drawing skills. Bring your curiosity and creativity!

Watercolour

Learn all about watercolour techniques in this dedicated class. Each class we will explore a different theme, painting landscapes, animals, and plants. We will utilize watercolours with a combination of other materials to explore the intricacies of the watercolour medium. Bring your creativity and patience!

Life Drawing – Undraped

A weekly drawing studio with live models. Each class includes 1, 2, 5, & 10 minute warm ups, and three ½ hour poses. This class has limited instruction but is open to all who are interested in working from the human form. We provide easels, drawing boards and clips, and some newsprint. Please bring your … Continued

Cartooning

Learn to draw characters, create short narratives through image and text, and discover the endless possibilities of cartooning. This program introduces curious minds to comic strips, trading cards, animated flip books, and more.

Graphic Novels

Learn to draw characters, create short narratives through image and text, and discover the endless possibilities of cartooning. This program introduces curious minds to comic strips, trading cards, animated flip books, and more.

Art Explorations – Caregiver Participation

In a supportive and fun environment, explore the foundational elements of visual arts such as colour, shape, line and texture. Enjoy a new set of projects each session. Instructor: Mona Lochan.

Art Explorations – Caregiver Participation

In a supportive and fun environment, explore the foundational elements of visual arts such as colour, shape, line and texture. Enjoy a new set of projects each session. Instructor: Mona Lochan.

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