Liquid Acrylics/Collage Extravaganza with Shirley Mancino

Awaken your creative spirit and playful nature. Learn to use liquid acrylics and collage elements as a vehicle for bold and loose self-expression. This exciting workshop helps both new and developing artists break free to explore new directions in acrylics, mediums and collage. By pouring, texturizing, layering, and pasting you will create stunning abstractions that you then reincarnate into gorgeous representational works. You will learn how to effectively use the often confusing array of acrylic mediums and grounds. Composition and design are an integral part of the session. Also included are attentive and helpful personal coaching, demonstrations and constructive group discussion. Relax, play, and reconnect with your joyful creative self. All workshops are suitable for beginner to advanced artists Workshops are limited to 8 participants. Cost $190.00 for the two-day workshop. This workshop is sponsored by Tri-art Canada. Use of all liquid paints, mediums and grounds is provided free of charge.

Location: Shirley's Studio in Westport Ontario
To register: Tel: 613-273-2984 or Email: smcgroup@yahoo.com
Date: May 12-13, 2012, 9 - 4 pm
Material List: visit www.shirleymancino.com

MIXED MEDIA: Expressive Drawing & Painting with Sharlena Wood

Take a break from the traditional and explore the beautiful integration of acrylic painting and charcoal drawing techniques. Use accented coloured washes with line to create depth and form, resulting in remarkable 3-D illusions on paper! The drawing and painting techniques learned can be applied to any subject matter, and are accessible for all levels including beginners. Each participant will leave with a finished work of art, and will be inspired to continue pushing the boundaries of these two established disciplines in the modern expression.

Location: Wallack’s Kingston
To register: call (613) 549-5806
Date: May 5, 2012 from 11am-4pm

Acrylic Techniques with Peter John Reid

Learn how to turn a nice photo and a blank canvas into a painting that is all you. This hands-on course begins with the approaches and decisions that allow you to compose a plan uniquely your own. From there, brush and paint techniques will be demonstrated, and how they can (and will!) support what you want to bring to your painting. Each morning is dedicated to techniques, discussions, exploration, and practice. Afternoons are filled with working on individual canvas(es) and applying what has been learned to personal works under the watchful eye of a seasoned professional. Peter's definitive book on painting will be available for sale on the first day for $35. It is recommended that if you already own a copy, please bring it.

Location: Studio XX - 1735 4th Ave west, Owen Sound - 2nd Floor room 20 - see website for map
To register: Phone: 705 444 7310 Email: lephurley@rogers.com Web: www.studioxx.ca
Date: April 30th-May 4th, 2012 (5 days)

Mixing Colour with Peter John Reid

Join this master of colour as he teaches you how to see colour and how to mix any colour! Instructor Peter John Reid is a contemporary painter exhibiting in several galleries throughout Ontario. An exceptional and often-sought educator, Peter’s classes are packed with information, inspiration, and laughs that will leave you enriched (and exhausted!) by class’s end - but, oh so glad you attended!! His definitive book on painting will be available for sale on the first day for $35. It is recommended that if you already own a copy, please bring it.

Location: Button Factory - 25 Regina Street South Waterloo, Ont. N2J 1R8
To register: visit www.buttonfactoryarts.ca
Date: April 29th, 2012

Abstracted Landscapes with Sharlena Wood

A workshop in which creative expression and formal technique reach full potential! This experience will allow for demonstrations and application of materials, techniques, concepts, and personal expression. Explore the sparkle and vibrancy of Tri-Art acrylics in conjunction with many of Tri-Art Finest Quality Artist Acrylic Mediums, and a variety of modern methods and styles for achieving beautiful and abstracted trees, leaves, and skies.

Location: Wallack’s Kingston
To register: call (613) 549-5806
Date: April 28th 2012 from 11am-4pm

Rediscover Impressionistic Texture with Acrylic Medium with Victoria Wallace

In this workshop, artists will explore and learn how to maximize the exciting textural diversity of the new acrylic mediums, in an impressionistic theme. Students will produce several works of art during this segment of a series of Acrylic Medium Workshops. Focusing on Tri Art Dry Media Ground, Nepheline Ground, Modeling Paste, Polymer and Gel Acrylic Mediums, you will discover how to produce beautifully textured urban or suburban impressionistic landscapes, in combination with a variety of dry media, including pastels, charcoal, graphite and the lush colours of Tri Art Acrylic Paints. Bring impressionism into the 21st century with the New Acrylic Mediums!

Location: Luc Sculpture School and Studios, 663 Greenwood Ave/Danforth,Toronto
To register: Victoria Wallace or Scott Delaney 705 536-3051 or 745-6587 or 416.461.7936 info@yorkartistsguild.ca
Date : Saturday April 21/12, 10am to 1pm (half day)

Acrylic Techniques with Peter John Reid

Master your acrylic painting techniques so you can paint what you see! This weekend workshop is geared towards learning techniques, practicing them and learning how, when and where to use them. Suitable for all experience levels. Peter's definitive book on painting will be available for sale on the first day for $35. It is recommended that if you already own a copy, please bring it.

Location: Oakville Art Society
To register: email oasclasses@hotmail.com or visit www.oakvilleartsociety.com
Date: April 21-22 (weekend) 2012

Acrylic Techniques with Peter John Reid

Explore the many different application techniques of Acrylic paints. Learn how to do them and where to use them for stunning effect. Each workshop covers one or two techniques and their variations. Early registration is highly recommended. Tri-Art paints & mediums will be supplied in class.

• Jan 18 2012 - Wet in Wet - smooth blends & on-canvas colour mixing
• Feb 22 2012 - Water Colour technique, free flowing and directional
• Mar 21 2012 - Impasto, descriptive and textured
• April 18 2012 - Wet on dry on a coloured ground and layered
• May 16 2012 - Glazing using water and mediums (Thornbury Studio)

Location: Artspark Collingwood Studio
To register : PHONE: 519 599-6947 or 705 446-7651 // EMAIL: contact@artspark.com

Rediscover Impressionistic Texture with Acrylic Medium with Victoria Wallace

In this workshop, artists will explore and learn how to maximize the exciting textural diversity of the new acrylic mediums, in an impressionistic theme. Students will produce several works of art during this segment of a series of Acrylic Medium Workshops. Focusing on Tri Art Nepheline Ground, Modeling Paste, Polymer and Gel Acrylic Mediums, you will discover how to produce beautifully textured urban or suburban impressionistic landscapes with the lush colours of Tri Art Acrylic Paints. Bring impressionism into the 21st century with the New Acrylic Mediums!

Location: York Artist Guild, York Centennial Centennial Recreation Centre, 2694 Eglinton Ave W., Room 107. Toronto
To register: Victoria Wallace or Scott Delaney 705 536-3051 or 745-6587 or 416.461.7936 info@yorkartistsguild.ca
Date: Thursdays April 12th and 19th, 2012 (2 x half days)

All Things Abstracted - An Acrylics Workshop with Claudia Jean MaCabe

Can landscapes be abstracted? Can still-life be abstracted? Can market scenes be abstracted? Can anything be abstracted? Yes, yes, yes, and yes! And it's a fascinating never-ending journey directed by the imagination and that glorious human quality....the will to play. To paint abstractions is to enter into land of infinite possibilities and magical consequences. It's a way of painting that will leave you on the edge of wonderment. And that's quite an edge!

Loyalist: Loyalist College, Belleville ON
To register: call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
Date: March 24 & 25, 2012 (from 9:00am-4:00pm)

Acrylic Techniques with Peter John Reid

Explore the many different application techniques of Acrylic paints. Learn how to do them and where to use them for stunning effect. Each workshop covers one or two techniques and their variations. Early registration is highly recommended. Tri-Art paints & mediums will be supplied in class.

• Jan 18 2012 - Wet in Wet - smooth blends & on-canvas colour mixing
• Feb 22 2012 - Water Colour technique, free flowing and directional
• Mar 21 2012 - Impasto, descriptive and textured
• April 18 2012 - Wet on dry on a coloured ground and layered
• May 16 2012 - Glazing using water and mediums (Thornbury Studio)

Location: Artspark Collingwood Studio
To register: PHONE: 519 599-6947 or 705 446-7651 // EMAIL: contact@artspark.com

Go Big, or Go Home! with Jeanne Krabbendam

Create a large canvas in one day!

Get yourself a LARGE surface to paint on, bring it to the studio and I will get you going. We’ll get on it with brushes, knifes and more unusual art tools. Prepare to work hard. This workshop is not for the timid amongst us (or maybe especially for them…..:)

Challenge yourself, think large and come play with acrylics and mixed media at the SALT WATER STUDIO - 1650 Duranleau St, Granville Island, Vancouver.

Location: Salt Water Studio, Granville Island
Date: : March 4 2012 from 9:30am-6pm
Instructor : Jeanne Krabbendam
To register, contact: jeanne@axion.net or call 604 434 1367

Acrylic Painting Techniques with Peter John Reid

Explore the many different application techniques of Acrylic paints. Learn how to use them and where to use them for stunning effect. Classes will cover one or two of the following painting techniques which will be introduced each day for students to use together with all their variations:

• Dry Brushing
• Wet in Wet– Smooth blends and on-canvas colour mixing
• Water Colour Technique– Free flowing and directional
• Impasto– Descriptive and textured
• Wet on dry– on a coloured ground and layered
• Glazing– using water and mediums

Instructor: Peter John Reid
Location: Maggiolly Art Supplies, Orangeville Ontario
Date/Time: Date: Wednesdays, Feb 29, Mar 7, 14, 28 and Apr 4 (5 full days) Time: All Day 10:00am to 5:00pm - Students can bring a lunch

Playing with Design - An Acrylics Workshop with Claudia Jean MaCabe

Being able to play with design is as important as the colour choices you make in the painting process. Like a composer of music, you are the composer of your paintings and in creating your visual symphonies, all the elements of rhythm, harmony, intriguing discord, volume, shape, balance and asymmetry must be taken into consideration. It's all about playing with design...and it's all about all the right notes!

Location: Loyalist College, Belleville ON
To register: call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
Date: February 25 & 26, 2012 (from 9:00am-4:00pm)

Acrylic Techniques with Peter John Reid

Explore the many different application techniques of Acrylic paints. Learn how to do them and where to use them for stunning effect. Each workshop covers one or two techniques and their variations. Early registration is highly recommended. Tri-Art paints & mediums will be supplied in class.

• Jan 18 2012 - Wet in Wet - smooth blends & on-canvas colour mixing
• Feb 22 2012 - Water Colour technique, free flowing and directional
• Mar 21 2012 - Impasto, descriptive and textured
• April 18 2012 - Wet on dry on a coloured ground and layered
• May 16 2012 - Glazing using water and mediums (Thornbury Studio)

Location: Location: Artspark Collingwood Studio
To register: PHONE: 519 599-6947 or 705 446-7651 // EMAIL: contact@artspark.com

Speed Dating with Acrylic Mediums

A fast and furious round-robin tactile exploration of acrylic mediums. Hands-on stations will be set up to examine, manipulate and play with a stunning variety of Acrylic Mediums in conjunction with Acrylic Colors, and then on to incorporating your favorites into a finished painting. This is the perfect way to get to know the intimate working properties of the most fascinating and multi-faceted painting tools available today. Be seduced by the possibilities and versatility of acrylic painting mediums and find your creative match! All paints and mediums will be supplied by Tri-Art Acrylics for use in class.

Location: Loyalist College, Belleville ON
To register : call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Date: Saturday February 18 - Sunday February 19, 2012 (2-day) from 9:30am-4:30pm
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Colour Confidence - Acrylics! with Claudia Jean MaCabe

When you start to paint, do you feel overwhelmed by the number of colour choices available? Do you paint with the colours you love but find the results often muddy and lifeless? This fascinating workshop is about creating limited palettes out of unlimited colours and making colour choices that will bring new life to your paintings! And that's called colour confidence!

Location: Loyalist College, Belleville ON
To register: call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
Date: February 11 & 12, 2012 (from 9:00am-4:00pm)

Abstracted Landscapes with Sharlena Wood

A workshop in which creative expression and formal technique reach full potential! This inspiring series of classes will allow for demonstrations and application of materials, techniques, concepts, and personal expression. Explore the sparkle and vibrancy of Tri-Art acrylics in conjunction with many of Tri-Art Finest Quality Artist Acrylic Mediums, and a variety of modern methods and styles for achieving beautiful and abstracted trees, leaves, and skies.

Location: Wallack's Kingston
Date: Monday Jan 30th and Feb 6th from 1pm-4pm
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

New Beginnings - Acrylics! with Claudia Jean McCabe

This must-do workshop is for all new painters and all watercolour artists who seek to expand their horizons by venturing into the fascinating world of liquid acrylics. These versatile water-based paints have transformed the painting process into an extraordinary adventure, making them the preferred medium of our times. New beginnings beckon.....

Location: Loyalist College, Belleville ON
To register: call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
Date: January 28 & 29, 2012 (from 9:00am-4:00pm)

Speed Dating with Acrylic Mediums

A fast and furious round-robin tactile exploration of acrylic mediums. Hands-on stations will be set up to examine, manipulate and play with a stunning variety of Acrylic Mediums in conjunction with Acrylic Colors, and then on to incorporating your favorites into a finished painting. This is the perfect way to get to know the intimate working properties of the most fascinating and multi-faceted painting tools available today. Be seduced by the possibilities and versatility of acrylic painting mediums and find your creative match! All paints and mediums will be supplied by Tri-Art Acrylics for use in class.

Location: Wallack’s 231 Bank St
Date: Sunday January 22, 2012 from 1pm-4pm
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Acrylic Coaching with Peter John Reid

f you have some experience in Acrylic painting, come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! Designed to give on-going learning, support and constructive critiquing once a month, each workshop will begin with a creative exercise, and move on to individual work. In-class Tri-Art paints & mediums are supplied.

Location: Artspark Collingwood Studio
Date: Jan 22 2012
To register contact : PHONE: 519 599-6947 or 705 446-7651 // EMAIL: contact@artspark.com

Gorgeous Grounds with Sharlena Wood

Take splashy dip into the sparkle and shine of Tri-Art acrylics such as Iridescent colours, Interference colours, Liquid mirror, Micaceous Iron Oxide, and Spectral Colours as accents, light enhancers and tools to get an opulent surface! Get to know these modern high-performance paints by exploring fearless and out-of-this-world painting applications, favorite colour combinations, and acrylic mediums. Filled with magic, this workshop will revitalize your enthusiasm for acrylics by creating stellar acrylic grounds that will inspire new possibilities in the exploration of abstraction in your own works. *Tri-Art paints & mediums supplied. Other supplies extra.

Location: : Wallack’s Nepean
Date: Saturday January 21, 2012 from 10am-4pm
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

FREE DEMO*!!! Tri Art Acrylics - Modern Colour, Traditional Techniques

Join the color revolution! Examine the bold new modern pigments that populate the (Canadian made) Tri-Art acrylic paint palette. Get to know modern high-performance pigments through a demo of mixing processes, experimentation, plus layering and opacyfing techniques.

Location: Wallack’s 231 Bank *registration required
Date: Sunday January 22, 2012 Time: 10:00am Location: Wallack’s 231 Bank *registration required
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Open Studio with Claudia Jean McCabe

As in the salons of 19th century Paris, Open Studio is intended to encourage and foster freedom of artistic expression. Accessible to all painters, this unique experience will nurture the creative act of making art in an encouraging and collaborative atmosphere. A love of painting and an insatiable desire to grow are the only prerequisites. Tri-Art paints and mediums will be supplied for the first two days in class.

Location: oyalist College, Belleville ON
To register : call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor : Claudia Jean McCabe
Date: Eight Wednesdays - January 18-March 7 (from 9:30am-3:30pm)

A Profusion of Posies with Claudia Jean McCabe

Posies in November! How delightful! This workshop will teach you how to render beautiful floral paintings....some as if painted in watercolour, others as if painted in oils.....and all through the magic of acrylics. Working entirely from the imagination, a profusion of posies will be yours at the end of our weekend gardening escape!

To register, contact: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: November 26 & 27, 9:00 - 4:00

Let it Glow, Let it Glow. Let it Glow! with Jeanne Krabbendam

During these dark days of the end of the year we want to lighten up our art work! Ever wondered how the old masters were able to get their pieces glowing? How some artists are able to catch the light in their artwork? Come and join me at the studio on Granville Island for a hands-on day of glazing, washing, dry brushing, burnishing, scumbling and other old techniques to make a new and glowing piece of art. You will love to master these classic techniques and learn to use them in your art work. From now on you will think: how did I ever paint without? In this workshop you will get to work with Tri-Art products, I will introduce you some exciting new Tri-Art paints and mediums and you will come home with a generous set of special Tri-Art acrylics!

To register, contact: the artist: E: jeanne@axion.net or P: 604 434 1367
Instructor: Jeanne Krabbemdam
When: Friday November 18 2011, 9:00 – 5:00

Meta4 Acrylic Painting - A Master Class with Claudia Jean McCabe

Talent, passion and skill are traits critical to a painter's success. But so are discipline, patience, and the courage to find your own painting 'language', be that through colour, design, or painting medium. Your painting signature, or style, emerges when you have found a way of painting that is uniquely yours. In this Master Class, your creative process will be nurtured by a master painter who will help harness your painting knowledge as a way to discovering your own divine path.

To register visit: http://www.meta4gallery.ca
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When : Saturday Nov 5 & Sunday Nov 6, 2011

Acrylic Studio Workshops with Claudia Jean McCabe

As in the salons of 17th century Paris, Open Studio is intended to foster and encourage freedom of artistic expression. Accessible to all painters, this unique experience will nurture the creative act of making art in an encouraging and collaborative atmosphere. A love of painting and an insatiable desire to grow are the only prerequisites.

To register, contact: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: Wednesdays, November 2 thru December 7, 9:30 - 3:30

Open Studio with Claudia Jean McCabe

As in the salons of 17th-century Paris, open studio is intended to foster and encourage freedom of artistic expression. Accessible to all painters, this unique experience will nurture the creative act of making art in an encouraging and collaborative atmosphere. A love of painting and an insatiable desire to grow are the only prerequisites. a selection of Claudia’s favorite tri-art paints and mediums will be available for use.

To register, contact : oyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: Wed, 9:30am-3:30pm, Nov 02 to Dec 07, 6 wks

The Magic of Mixed Media Drawing with Sharlena Wood

Take a break from the traditional and spend a weekend art escape exploring the beautiful integration of acrylic painting and charcoal drawing techniques. Use accented coloured washes with line to create depth and form, resulting in remarkable 3-D illusions on paper! The drawing and painting techniques learned can be applied to any subject matter, and are accessible for all levels including beginners. Each participant will leave with a finished work of art, and will be inspired to continue pushing the boundaries of these two established disciplines in the modern expression.

To register contact: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor : Sharlena Wood
When: Sat Oct 29 & Sun Oct 30, 2011

Fabulous, Fantasmagorical Portraits with Claudia Jean McCabe

None of the artistically abstracted portraits of Matisse, Picasso and Modigliani are realistic but all are fabulous, intriguing impressions of the subjects that were painted - and they're loved the world over. You, too, can paint fantasmagorical portraits and this must-do one-day workshop will show you how. You'll be amazed!

To register, contact: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: Sunday, October 16, 9:00 - 4:00

The Thrill of Discovery - A Fabulous Acrylic Adventure with Claudia Jean McCabe

Have you ever wondered what you might paint if the results didn't matter? And then, without a care in the world, have you gone ahead painting and suddenly magic has appeared on the canvas and you've loved every bit of it? Ah, the thrill of discovery and that's what this acrylic workshop is all about. You will learn how to take risks without fear, how to experiment, how to paint for process versus product, and mostly - how to see! And you will discover a new way of painting and a new you. What a thrill! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, contact: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: September 26-October 1, 2011

The Painting Process - A Journey to Self with Claudia Jean McCabe

The painting process is full of compelling challenges, serendipitous happenings, and intoxicating discoveries. The journey to self is about embracing this process and trusting its infinite possibilities and promises. And it's about finding a freer, more joyful way to paint and travelling wherever your heart desires. Painting from your soul. The essence of fine art.

To register, contact: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When/Where: September 26-30, Amherst Island ON

The Magical Adventure to Abstractions with Claudia Jean McCabe

If the world of abstraction fascinates then you will delight in reconnecting with your Muse as we embark on this incredible creative journey. Together we will reclaim the art of playfulness and discover that this neverending journey is the stuff of glorious designs, unimaginable discoveries, extraordinary paintings. A magical adventure. The lure of abstractions...

To register, contact: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: September 17 & 18, 9:00 - 4:00

Experimental Extravaganza: Collage with Shirley Mancino

This exciting workshop will help you break free and explore new directions in mixed watermedia. You will loosen up and explore the interesting effects and textures created by combining liquid acrylics with various other media, e.g. water-soluble crayons, soft pastels. Discover ways to resurrect your unsuccessful watermedia paintings using collage and/or black ink, coloured pencil, gesso or gouache. You will be inspired to move from nature towards abstraction. Composition and design is a fundamental part of the session. Creativity, fun, and individual uniqueness will be emphasized. Shirley will demonstrate using both acrylics and watercolour.

To register, contact : Shirley - Tel: 613-273-2984 Email: smcgroup@yahoo.com. See www.shirleymancino.com for a suggested materials list.
Where: Westport, ON
Instructor: Shirley Mancino
When: Sept 17- 18 2011, 9 – 4 pm

Acrylic 101 with Peter John Ried

Always wanted to try Acrylics? Have you been painting for years, but just can’t seem to accomplish that “certain something” in your art? Do you have “learn to paint” on your Bucket List, but are bewildered as to how to go about starting? Peter takes novices and blocked non-novices alike, and works steadily through the various aspects of creating a well thought out painting. Reinforced with your own copy of Peter’s book “Acrylics”, ($35.00) your morning is spent in lessons, discussions on various painting techniques, while your afternoon is devoted to painting under Peter’s patient (and let's not forget fun witted!) tutelage. So Park your inhibitions at the door, and come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

To register visit : Southampton Art School's website :: www.theartschool.org
Instructor: Peter John Ried
When: Sept 12-16, 2011

Liquid Acrylics/Collage Extravaganza with Shirley Mancino

Awaken your creative spirit and playful nature. White paper syndrome is common to artists at all levels. Not here! Learn to use liquid acrylics and collage elements as a vehicle for bold and loose self-expression. This exciting workshop helps both new and developing artists break free to explore new directions in acrylics, mediums and collage. By pouring, texturizing, layering, and pasting you will create stunning abstractions that you can then reincarnate into gorgeous representational works. You will learn how to effectively use the often confusing array of acrylic mediums and grounds. You will create your own stamps, templates and learn easy to use photo transfer processes. You will resurrect your failed watermedia paintings using glazing, gesso and collage. Composition and design are an integral part of the session. The workshop includes helpful personal coaching, demonstrations and constructive group discussion. Relax, play, and reconnect with your joyful creative self.

To register, contact: Shirley - Tel: 613-273-2984 Email: smcgroup@yahoo.com. See www.shirleymancino.com for a suggested materials list.
Where: Westport, ON
Instructor: Shirley Mancino
When: Sept 10th & 11th 2011

Expressionistic Landscapes with Sharlena Wood

A workshop in which creative expression and formal technique reach full potential! These inspiring 5 days will allow for demonstrations and application of materials, techniques, concepts, and personal expression. Explore the sparkle and vibrancy of Tri-Art acrylics in conjunction with many of Tri-Art Finest Quality Artist Acrylic Mediums, and a variety of modern methods and styles for achieving beautiful trees, leaves, and skies. Discover the potential and versatility of acrylic mixed media and find your creative match!

To register contact: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Sharlena Wood
When: August 15-19 2011

Transparent Acrylic Grounds and The Alchemy of Mixed Media with Victoria Wallace

NEW! For the Buckhorn Fine Arts Festival - Tri-Art Acrylic Paint Workshop! Learn how to create the alchemical wizardry of mixed media on transparent Acrylic washes! When applied to Dry Media Ground, you’ll smoke out the secrets behind multi- media magic by investigating the limitless options before you: pastels, charcoal, markers, graphite, watercolour paints and pencils, Conte, gouache and much more!! Don’t miss this awesome opportunity to turn your acrylic artworks to gold! All Materials Included in the Workshop, Provided by: Buckhorn Fine Arts Festival and Tri-Art Finest Quality Artists Acrylic Paints. Cost per person: $50

To register, visit: http://www.buckhornfineart.com
Instructor: Victoria Wallace
When: Saturday, August 13, 1 – 4 pm

Lyrical Abstraction - An Acrylic Painting Adventure with Claudia Jean McCabe

To paint in an abstracted style and have the viewer captivated by the story your painting tells is to provide fabulous fuel for the imagination. And what more magical source for inspiration than Amherst Island's gentle landscape and its back-in-time embrace. Spend this week painting both en plein air and in the studio and learning more about holding on and letting go, about design and simplification, and about being the sole author of the stories your paintings have to tell. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, contact: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: August 8-12, 2011

Fusion Painting Floral Workshop with Danny Han Lin Chen

Learn simple techniques using liquid acrylics to achieve a watercolour-like painting style, similar to Sumi-e painting! Danny will share his unique process, brushstrokes, and materials such as paper alternatives and properties of how to use liquid acrylics with mixed media. Danny is a popular instructor and internationally well-known artist residing in Richmond, BC. This workshop is sponsored by Tri-art Canada. Use of all liquid paints and mediums is provided.

To register contact: info@chensgallery.com
Instructor: Danny Han Lin Chen
Where: Danny's Art Studio, Richmond BC

Unleash your inner painter! with Peter John Reid

So you have a nice photo and a blank canvas! How to turn it into a work of art that is all YOU? In this hands-on course, we’ll begin with the approaches and decisions that allow you to compose a plan uniquely your own. From there, many brush and paint techniques will be demonstrated, and how they can (and will!) support what you want to bring to your painting. Mornings Peter John Reid will demonstrate techniques, lead discussions, encourage exploration and practice. Afternoons are open studio and applying what you have learned to your work under the watchful eye of a seasoned professional ;) Peter is an exceptional and often sought educator. His classes are jam-packed with information, inspiration, and laughs which will leave you enriched (and exhausted!) by week’s end. But, oh so glad you attended!! His definitive book on painting will be available for sale on the first day at the price of $35. It is recommended that if you already own a copy, please bring it. *This workshop is sponsored by Tri-art Canada. Use of all liquid paints and mediums is provided.

To register visit : www.artspark.com
Where: ArtSpark in Thornbury, ON
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When : August 6 & 7 2011

Liquid Acrylics: Experimental Extravaganza with Shirley Mancino

Learn to use wet and wild liquid acrylics as a vehicle for self-expression. By dripping, splattering, texturizing and incorporating other mixed media techniques, you will create stunning abstractions that you can then reincarnate into gorgeous representational works. Composition and design is an integral part of the session. Relax, play, and reconnect with your joyful creative self. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra.

Where: Westport, ON
To register, contact: Shirley - Tel: 613-273-2984 Email: smcgroup@yahoo.com. See www.shirleymancino.com for a suggested materials list.
Instructor: Shirley Mancino
When: July 23-24 2011, from 9-4pm

Acrylic 102 Summer Edition with Peter John Reid

An extension of Acrylics 101. The course will focus on building your critiquing skills and advance colour mixing, both on an individual level and as a group.

To register, visit: www.theartschool.org
Where: Southampton Art School
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: July 18th - 22nd, 2011 (5 day)

Catch The Light! with Jeanne Krabbendam

Ever wondered how the old masters were able to get their pieces glowing? How some artists are able to get that special light in their art work? Come and join me at the studio on Granville Island for a hands-on day of glazing, washing, dry brushing, burnishing, scumbling and other old techniques to make a new and glowing piece of art. You will love to master these classic techniques and learn to use them in your art work. From now on you will think: how did I ever paint without? In this workshop you will get to work with Tri-Art products and I will introduce you some exciting new Tri-Art paints and mediums! All participants go home with a great kit of very special Tri-Art liquid acrylics included in the course fee!

Where: Salt Water Studio, 1650 Duranleau Street, Granville Island BC
To register, contact: Jeanne: E: jeanne@axion.net or P: 604 434 1367
Instructor : Jeanne Krabbendam
When: Saturday July 16, 2011, 9.30 AM – 5.00 PM

Plein Air Painting with Danny Han-Lin Chen

Enjoy the summer breeze at White Rock Beach and learn how to paint in acrylics in an outdoor environment with Danny Chen in this 5 hours Plein Air Painting experience! Welcoming all levels, from beginner to advanced artists. Students are required to bring a 16"x20" canvas and acrylic brushes, plus outdoor painting gear (check list if available upon registration). *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra.

Where: White Rock Beach, BC Canada
To register, contact : Danny or Hilda Chen (+1) 604-277-8111 www.chensgallery.com
Instructor: Danny Han-Lin Chen
When: Friday June 24 2011 from 10am-3pm

Acrylic 101 Summer Edition with Peter John Reid

Always wanted to try Acrylics? Have you been painting for years, but just can’t seem to accomplish that “certain something” in your art? Do you have “learn to paint” on your Bucket List, but are bewildered as to how to go about starting? Peter takes novices and blocked non-novices alike, and works steadily through the various aspects of creating a well thought out painting. Reinforced with your own copy of Peter’s book “Acrylics”, ($35.00) your morning is spent in lessons, discussions on various painting techniques, while your afternoon is devoted to painting under Peter’s patient (and let's not forget fun witted!) tutelage. So Park your inhibitions at the door, and come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

To register, visit: www.theartschool.org
Where: Southampton Art School
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: June 20th - 24th, 2011 (5 day)

Acrylic Painting Level 1 with Peter John Reid

Want to learn to paint? Acquire more skill? Add passion to your painting? There is one afternoon of field photography the balance is a studio course. You’ll learn through watching demonstrations, examining samples, personal painting time, critiques and humour; acquire techniques and "secrets" of painting, colour mixing and relationships. Working from your photos, you’ll learn to see contrast and composition while experimenting with acrylic glazing, texture and washes. The goal is to have a few paintings to be proud of. For beginning to intermediate painters. Materials list provided. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, visit: www.bluemountainpainting.ca
Where: The Blue Mountain School of Landscape Painting
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: June 6-10, 2011 (5 day)

People-scapes/Landscapes With Panache with Shirley Mancino

This workshop will feature the bold and free exploratory techniques mentioned above, and will also include simplified approaches to painting abstracted figures as well as figures in the landscape. Participants will learn how to superimpose representational subjects on top of textural and abstract underpaintings while maintaining the essential mystery. Participants have the choice to maintain the illusion or build the image to quasi-representational detail.

To register, contact: Shirley - Tel: 613-273-2984 Email: smcgroup@yahoo.com. See www.shirleymancino.com for a suggested materials list.
Where: Westport, ON
Instructor: Shirley Mancino
When: June 4-5 2011, 9 – 4 pm

Create Impressionistic Textures with Acrylic Mediums with Victoria Wallace

Have you ever wished you could experiment with the wide array of acrylic gels, mediums and modeling pastes that are now available - without the expense of buying them all? This Tri Art sponsored workshop series offers you an opportunity to do just that! In this 3 part series of workshop, artists will explore and learn how to maximize the exciting textural diversity of the new acrylic mediums, in an impressionistic theme. Students will produce several works of art during the 3 classes. All levels welcomed!

Instructor : Victoria Wallace
When: May 30, June 6 & 13 2011

Liquid Acrylics Collage Extravaganza with Shirley Mancino

Awaken your creative spirit and playful nature. White paper syndrome is common to artists at all levels. Not here! Learn to use liquid acrylics and collage elements as a vehicle for bold and loose self-expression. This exciting workshop helps both new and developing artists break free to explore new directions in acrylics, mediums and collage. By pouring, texturizing, layering, and pasting you will create stunning abstractions that you can then reincarnate into gorgeous representational works. You will learn how to effectively use the often confusing array of acrylic mediums and grounds. You will create your own stamps, templates and learn easy to use photo transfer processes. You will resurrect your failed watercolours using glazing, gesso and collage. Composition and design are an integral part of the session. The workshop includes helpful personal coaching, demonstrations and constructive group discussion. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, contact: Contact Shirley to register: Tel: 613-273-2984 Email: smcgroup@yahoo.com. See www.shirleymancino.com for a suggested materials list.
Where: : Ottawa, ON
Instructor:: Shirley Mancino
When:: May 14-15, 2011

Fusion Painting Floral Workshop with Danny Han-Lin Chen

Learn simple techniques using liquid acrylics to achieve a watercolour-like painting style, similar to Sumi-e painting! Danny will share his unique process, brushstrokes, and materials such as paper alternatives and properties of how to use liquid acrylics with mixed media. Danny is a popular instructor and internationally well-known artist residing in Richmond, BC. This workshop is sponsored by Tri-art Canada. Use of all liquid paints and mediums is provided.

Where: Danny Chen Art Studio
Instructor: Danny Han-Lin Chen
When: May 7. 2011 from 10am-1pm
To register, contact : Danny or Hilda Chen (+1) 604-277-8111 www.chensgallery.com

Fabulous, Fantastic, Fantasmagorical Abstract Portraits! with Claudia Jean McCabe

Anyone can paint an abstract portrait, believe it or not! Yes you can! Just take a peek at portraits by Matisse, Picasso and Modigliani, for example. None of them are realistic but all are intriguing impressions of the subjects that were painted! Some have blue skin, some have angular disconnected features, and some have tiny eyes and really long necks. But all are fascinating works of abstract art, recognized and loved the world over for the essence of life they have captured. This two-day weekend workshop is a must-do for all artists who love to paint and for whom the art of painting abstract portraits has taken on new appeal! The only pre-requisites are a sense of adventure and a fertile imagination! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, contact: http://www.meta4gallery.ca
Where: : Meta4 in Port Perry, ON
Instructor:: Claudia Jean McCabe
When:: May 4 & 5, 2011

Unleashing You Inner Painter! with Peter John Reid

So you have a nice photo and a blank canvas! How to turn it into a work of art that is all YOU? In this hands-on course, we’ll begin with the approaches and decisions that allow you to compose a plan uniquely your own. From there, many brush and paint techniques will be demonstrated, and how they can (and will!) support what you want to bring to your painting. Mornings Peter John Reid will demonstrate techniques, lead discussions, encourage exploration and practice. Afternoons are open studio and applying what you have learned to your work under the watchful eye of a seasoned professional ;) Peter is an exceptional and often sought educator. His classes are jam-packed with information, inspiration, and laughs which will leave you enriched (and exhausted!) by week’s end. But, oh so glad you attended!! His definitive book on painting will be available for sale on the first day at the price of $35. It is recommended that if you already own a copy, please bring it. *This workshop is sponsored by Tri-art Canada. Use of all liquid paints and mediums is provided.

Where : Studio XX
To register, contact : Cathy Byberg at dave.cap@sympatico.ca
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: Monday May 2 - Friday May 6th, 2011 from 9-5pm daily

Liquid Acrylics Collage Extravaganza with Shirley Mancino

Awaken your creative spirit and playful nature. White paper syndrome is common to artists at all levels. Not here! Learn to use liquid acrylics and collage elements as a vehicle for bold and loose self-expression. This exciting workshop helps both new and developing artists break free to explore new directions in acrylics, mediums and collage. By pouring, texturizing, layering, and pasting you will create stunning abstractions that you can then reincarnate into gorgeous representational works. You will learn how to effectively use the often confusing array of acrylic mediums and grounds. You will create your own stamps, templates and learn easy to use photo transfer processes. Composition and design are an integral part of the session as are helpful personal coaching, demonstrations and constructive group discussion.

Relax, play, and reconnect with your joyful creative self. All workshops are suitable beginner to advanced artists.

This workshop is sponsored by Tri-art Canada. Use of all liquid paints and mediums is provided.

To register, contact: Contact Shirley to register: Tel: 613-273-2984 Email: smcgroup@yahoo.com. See www.shirleymancino.com for a suggested materials list.
Where: Westport, ON
Instructor: Shirley Mancino
When: April 30 - May 1, 2011

Go Big, or Go Home! with Jeanne Krabbendam

Create a large canvas in one day!

Get yourself a LARGE surface to paint on, bring it to the studio and I will get you going. We’ll get on it with brushes, knifes and more unusual art tools. Prepare to work hard. This workshop is not for the timid amongst us (or maybe especially for them…..:)

Challenge yourself, think large and come play with acrylics and mixed media at the SALT WATER STUDIO - 1650 Duranleau St, Granville Island, Vancouver.

To register, contact: jeanne@axion.net or call 604 434 1367
Instructor: Jeanne Krabbendam
When: April 17, 2011

Faux Encaustic & Textures - Acrylic Painting with Claudia Jean McCabe

At last!.. A painting workshop devoted to faux & encaustic…and textures. Using supports such as paper, canvas, and birch panel, you will play with mediums and acrylic paints and you will create the look of true beeswax encaustic. Experimenting with sand, acrylic mediums and gels, and liquid acrylics, you will become lost in the process of creating magic. This workshop will be devoted to the ancient art of encaustic painting, and the creation of the modern day non-toxic faux encaustic medium. A variety of acrylic mediums, gels and pastes will be explored and experimented with as well. By the end of the second day, each participant will have created of orginal piece of faux encaustic art. This workshop will be interactive, with group participation, one-on-one guidance, and group critiques each day. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

Where: www.loyalistfocus.com [CRN - 5427]
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: March 26-27, 2011

Abstract from Reality with Donna Buchan

Create an abstract work of art with balance, depth and harmony, working from realistic images. Using Tri-Art Acrylics and Mediums, learn to choose colours that inspire, and mediums that express your artistic vision.

To register, call: (705) 788-9592 or visit http://www.joyfulpaints.com/workshops.html
Instructor: Donnah Buchan
When: March 24, 2011 from 9am-1pm

Rock Painting Workshop with Danny Chen

Let’s get ready to rock! Rock painting is a fun, easy craft to do that everyone can enjoy. From the hunt for the perfect pebble, to the satisfaction of finding it, from painting the first layers of paint on the stone, to seeing your rock turn in to a frog, a butterfly, or even a puppy! Rock painting is an enormously satisfying craft, because you use your own power to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Once you start, you will become hooked, so be prepared to never look at a rock in the same way again. This workshop is for students of all skill levels: beginner-to-advanced students are welcomed. No previous experience required.

How to design rock painting template. - Two-dimensional and three-dimensional painting techniques - How to use acrylic medium to create craft rocks - Materials and techniques in Acrylic painting such as grounds, pigments, Medium, palette organization, and color mixing. - Create sparkling, glittering even grow in the dark rock design! - Learn materials available to offer extra protect for outdoor garden rocks.

Where: : Danny Chen Art Studio
To register: : P. 604-277-8111 E. info@chengallery.com www.chensgallery.com
Instructor:: Danny Han-Lin Chen
When:: March 24 from 2-5pm

Introduction au transfert d’image avec les médiums acryliques with Mireille Vezina

La technique de transfert d’images associée aux textures acryliques offre des potentialités infinies. Cette technique permet aux amateurs d’art de créer des œuvres à la facture contemporaine magique et étonnante.

Dans cet atelier nous allons explorer 2 techniques de transfert d’images direct et de transfert indirect afin de transposer une image, un photo ou un dessin sur une surface texturée et non texturée. Tout au long du processus il y aura des applications de couleurs Tri-Art dont la description est à lire dans atelier d’introduction 1.

Date: 19 mars 2011
Heure: 10 h. à 16 :30 h. (Dîner 30min)
Lieu: Espace Ars Longa, Montreal QC
Inscription: Mireille Vézina 514-723-3428

Mixed Media Abstract Painting with Claudia Jean McCabe

Explore the 8 essential elements of abstract art and design. Learn basic formulas, compositions and colour techniques to create more meaningful abstracts. Experiment with acrylics and other media and be prepared to paint looser, bolder, freer, lighter and more intuitively and to find a personal visual language. This workshop is sponsored by Tri-Art. Tri-Art paints will be supplied.

Where: : META4 Gallery
To register:: T. 905-985-1534 E.info@meta4gallery.ca www.meta4gallery.ca
Instructor:: Claudia Jean McCabe
When:: Sat March 12 from 10am-4pm

Acrylics Watercolour Style! with Donna Buchan

Discover some new ways to incorporate the transparency and flow of watercolour into your acrylic paintings, using TriArt Liquid Acrylics, Additives and Grounds. Create provocative backgrounds, brilliant staining effects and glowing passages to use alone or to complement traditional acrylics and watercolours.

To register, call: (705) 788-9592 or visit http://www.joyfulpaints.com/workshops.html
Instructor: Donnah Buchan
When: March 10, 2011 from 9am-12noon

Glorious Metallics & Collage - Acrylic Painting with Claudia Jean McCabe

The focus of this fascinating workshop is on creating intriguing designs through the process of foil embossing. Once the embossed metal has been painted with liquid acrylics, the finished exquisite artworks can be framed, or also used to artstic advantage in the creation of collaged paintings. Foil embossing is a truly beautiful art form, and incorporated into collage results in compelling works of art for both artist and collector. The process of foil embossing as well as the construction of successful collages will fill this weekend workshop. This workshop will be interactive, with group participation, one-on-one guidance, and group critiques each day.`*Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

Where: www.loyalistfocus.com [CRN - 5429]
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: March 5-6, 2011

Experimental Florals with Sharlena Wood

Draw, paint, splash, scrap, stick, stencil, and spill ~ this inspiring workshop will introduce you to key acrylic techniques for gutsy & beautiful expressionistic flowers in your artworks. Experiment with top of the line products and experience unlimited possibilities and joy in what inspires you! Join the mixed media vixen as she passionately shares her favorite techniques, rekindling your love of flowers over and over again! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register: Call Heather Cockerline (613)969-1913, ext 2467 or email hcockerline@loyalistc.on.ca
Where: Loyalist College
When: Feb 26 & 27, 2011 Time: 9:30am-4:30pm
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Introduction au transfert d’image avec les médiums acryliques with Mireille Vezina

La technique de transfert d’images associée aux textures acryliques offre des potentialités infinies. Cette technique permet aux amateurs d’art de créer des œuvres à la facture contemporaine magique et étonnante.

Dans cet atelier nous allons explorer 2 techniques de transfert d’images direct et de transfert indirect afin de transposer une image, un photo ou un dessin sur une surface texturée et non texturée. Tout au long du processus il y aura des applications de couleurs Tri-Art dont la description est à lire dans atelier d’introduction 1.

Date: 26 février 2011
Heure: 10 h. à 16 :30 h. (Dîner 30min)
Lieu : Le Bâtiment Culturel de Mascouche, Mascouche, Qc
Incription: http://festivalpeinturemascouche.com

Acrylic & Paper Textured Collage with Donnah Buchan

Have some hands-on fun with this surprisingly simple, spontaneous and infinitely variable technique using a variety of papers with TriArt Mediums & Acrylic Paints. Get in some playtime while you learn the different properties of various papers and acrylic mediums!

To register, call: (705) 788-9592 or visit http://www.joyfulpaints.com/workshops.html
Instructor: Donnah Buchan
When: February 24, 2011 from 9am-12noon

From Here to Abstraction - Acrylic Painting with Claudia Jean McCabe

There is no other way to completely immerse oneself in the creative proess than to enter the limitless world of abstraction. Tradition is out, experimentation is in – and so is painting adventure. By embracing the energies of patience, trust, and persistence, this workshop promises the discovery of that elusive freedom – spontaneity. In this exciting workshop adventure to abstraction, the three steps to abstract art will be discussed: exploration, development, and execution. The elements of abstract design basics, composition, and colour will be reviewed, and discussion will be encouraged on the artistic qualities of patience, trust, and persistence so necessary to the creative process. This workshop will be interactive, with group participation, one-on-one guidance, and group critiques each day. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, visit: www.loyalistfocus.com [CRN - 5428]
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: February 19-20, 2011

Colour Confidence - Acrylic Painting with Claudia Jean McCabe

This workshop is custom-designed for all acrylic painters who wish to know more about mixing colours and the critical role colour choices play in the painting process. The weekend will leave you with a greater understanding of colour and a sense of wonderment at the infinite colour possibilities awaiting your discovery. The study of colour will be the focus of this weekend workshop, beginning with the introduction of fundamental colour theory. The colour wheel will be explained as well as the gray scale. Primary, secondary, tertiary, neutral, and complimentary colours will be discussed. Students will learn how to create their own reference colour charts. On Day 2, and with a greater understanding of colour possibilities, each student will create an original work of fine art painted in liquid acrylics. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

Where: www.loyalistfocus.com [CRN - 5426]
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: February 12-13, 2011

Fantastic Acrylics with Jeanne Krabbendam

Set your fantasies free with an amazing, creative painting and assemblage workshop. This course is for anyone who would like to start and finish a piece of magical art in just a weekend. Come join me at the SALT WATER STUDIO - 1650 Duranleau St, Granville Island, Vancouver for a two day workshop while we are creating a story on a wood panel or in a shadow box, using acrylics, antiquing techniques, new and old, usual and unusual art materials. Bring a wood panel or wooden box (any size is welcome) and I will supply the rest. *Tri-Art sponsors all the paints and mediums! You will come home with a mesmerizing and very special piece of art ….just in time to use it as a Valentine’s present!

To register, contact: jeanne@axion.net or call 604 434 1367
Instructor: Jeanne Krabbendam
When: February 12-13, 2011

Introduction aux techniques de textures et couleurs avec les acryliques avec Mireille Vezina

Les médiums acryliques pour explorer une diversité incroyable de textures. Vous aurez à votre disposition des instruments et des pièces de tissus à motifs particuliers afin de créer des textures uniques avec l’aide de pâtes et gels à modeler, gels de structure, gel Auto-lissant et gel Nepheline. Les couleurs Tri-art de haute qualité et la clé pour une application réussie avec texture. Création d’effets colorés avec technique de lavis, couleurs foncées sur couleurs claires et l’inverse avec brossage à sec (frottis), sgraffito, adjonction de blanc, de couleurs interférences et iridescent, couleurs fragmentées et des glacis réussis. Comprendre les couleurs et leurs niveaux de qualité et d’application : la viscosité, la transparence et la valeur des pigments. À la fin de cet atelier, vous aurez réalisé un projet et quatre exercices abstraites ou semi-abstraites.

Date: 12 février 2011
Heure: 10 h. à 16 :30 h. (Dîner 30min)
Lieu: Espace Ars Longa, Montreal QC
Inscription: Mireille Vézina 514-723-3428

Acrylic Studio Workshops with Claudia Jean McCabe

As in the salons of 17th century Paris, Open Studio is intended to foster and encourage freedom of artistic expression. Accessible to all painters, this unique experience will nurture the creative act of making art in an encouraging and collaborative atmosphere. A love of painting and an insatiable desire to grow are the only prerequisites.

Breaking New Grounds with Donnah Buchan

Expand beyond your traditional drawing and painting surfaces!! If you enjoy drawing, sketching, charcoal & pastel, but you're tired of the same old surfaces... you'll love this acrylics workshop! Tri-Art's Acrylic Mediums & Grounds offer many exciting and innovative surfaces for making art.

To register, call: (705) 788-9592 or visit http://www.joyfulpaints.com/workshops.html
Instructor: Donnah Buchan
When: February 10, 2011 from 9am-12noon

Acrylic Coaching with Peter John Reid

If you have some experience in Acrylic painting, this workshop is for you…designed to give on-going learning, support and constructive critiquing once a month. Beginning with a creative exercise, we’ll move on to individual work, getting help with works in progress or starting a new painting. Bring reference material and any previous paintings you would like to work on or discuss. Come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

To register, visit: www.artspark.com
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: March 6, 2011

Acrylic Coaching with Peter John Reid

If you have some experience in Acrylic painting, this workshop is for you…designed to give on-going learning, support and constructive critiquing once a month. Beginning with a creative exercise, we’ll move on to individual work, getting help with works in progress or starting a new painting. Bring reference material and any previous paintings you would like to work on or discuss. Come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

To register, visit: www.artspark.com
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: February 6, 2011

Drawing Inspiration from Acrylics with Sharlena Wood

This inspiring workshop will introduce you to Dry Media Ground as well as demonstrating the innovative and unlimited mixed media possibilities of acrylic grounds, gels and polymers. Used on their own, combined with colour, these products produce extraordinary textures on an impressive variety of supports and are perfect grounds for marker, pencil, charcoal, pastels, acrylic paints, and other media. A must for those who love to draw as much as paint. * Tri-Art paints & mediums supplied. Other course supplies extra.

Where: Wallacks Art Store - Nepean location
Instructor: Sharlena Wood
When: February 5-6, 2011

Keys to Composition - Acrylic Painting with Claudia Jean McCabe

Creativity is all about choices, and nowhere is this more critical than in the arrangement of elements within the painting space. The possibilities for setting up both interesting and exciting creative compositions are endless. This workshop will help define some of the basic formats that will create the “bones” for your successful paintings. The objective of this two-day (weekend workshop) is to teach participants the twelve basic composition elements considered in the painting process. Each element will be discussed and templates created for future reference. As well, design strategies will be introduced such as exploration, conceptualization, design dominance, planning, focal point determination, colour schemes, media and technical problem- solving. By the end of the second day, each student will have completed an original work of fine art painted in liquid acrylics. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, visit: www.loyalistfocus.com [CRN - 5434]
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: January 29-30, 2011

Introduction aux techniques de textures et couleurs avec les acryliques avec Mireille Vezina

Les médiums acryliques pour explorer une diversité incroyable de textures. Vous aurez à votre disposition des instruments et des pièces de tissus à motifs particuliers afin de créer des textures uniques avec l’aide de pâtes et gels à modeler, gels de structure, gel Auto-lissant et gel Nepheline. Les couleurs Tri-art de haute qualité et la clé pour une application réussie avec texture. Création d’effets colorés avec technique de lavis, couleurs foncées sur couleurs claires et l’inverse avec brossage à sec (frottis), sgraffito, adjonction de blanc, de couleurs interférences et iridescent, couleurs fragmentées et des glacis réussis. Comprendre les couleurs et leurs niveaux de qualité et d’application : la viscosité, la transparence et la valeur des pigments. À la fin de cet atelier, vous aurez réalisé un projet et quatre exercices abstraites ou semi-abstraites.

Date: 29 janvier 2011
Heure : 10 h. à 16 :30 h. (Dîner 30min)
Lieu : Le Bâtiment Culturel de Mascouche, Mascouche,
Inscription : http://festivalpeinturemascouche.com

Many Layers of Acrylics with Donna Buchan

Add new dimensions to your art with Tri-Art Acrylics and Acrylic Mediums. With the use of examples and hands-on experience, you'll learn simple ways to alter mood, and create texture, depth and glow -- PLUS save money on paint! This acrylics workshop is designed to give artists practical knowledge and experience in layering, glazing and texturing techniques!

To register, call: (705) 788-9592 or visit http://www.joyfulpaints.com/workshops.html
Instructor: Donnah Buchan
When: January 27, 2011 from 9am - 12noon

Unlock the Mysteries Behind the New Acrylics with Victoria Wallace

Are you in love with acrylics paints, but mystified by the mediums? Do you use acrylic mediums as workhorses, rather than experimenting and playing with the infinite and awesome possibilities they could bring to your artistic practices? In the following series of workshops, I will show you how to unfold the mysteries and explore the limitless uses and creative technical applications of acrylic mediums with acrylic paints and mixed media, in either abstract or representational artworks. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, contact: Luc Bihan (416) 461-7936
Instructor: Victoria Wallace
When: January 19-20, 2011

Acrylic Coaching with Peter John Reid

If you have some experience in Acrylic painting, this workshop is for you…designed to give on-going learning, support and constructive critiquing once a month. Beginning with a creative exercise, we’ll move on to individual work, getting help with works in progress or starting a new painting. Bring reference material and any previous paintings you would like to work on or discuss. Come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

To register, visit: www.artspark.com
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: January 16, 2011

New Beginnings - Acrylic Painting with Claudia Jean McCabe

This must-do workshop for all watercolour painters seeking to expand their horizons by venturing into the fascinating world of liquid acrylics. These versatile water-based paints have transformed the painting process into an extraordinary adventure making them the preferred medium of our times.. New beginnings beckon! Through lecture, demonstration and experimentation, participants will learn about the physical properties of liquid acrylics, about their behaviour, and about their manufacture. By the end of the second day, each student will have completed an original work of fine art painted in liquid acrylics. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, visit: www.loyalistfocus.com [CRN - 5430]
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: January 15-16, 2011

Glow in The Dark with Jeanne Krabbendam

During these dark days of the beginning of the year we want to light up our art work! Ever wondered how the old masters were able to get their pieces glowing? How some artists are able to catch the light in their artwork? Come and join me at the studio on Granville Island for a hands-on day of glazing, washing, dry brushing, burnishing, scumbling and other old techniques to make a new and glowing piece of art. You will love to master these classic techniques and learn to use them in your art work. From now on you will think: how did I ever paint without? In this workshop you will get to work with Tri-Art products and I will introduce you some exciting new Tri-Art paints and mediums!

Instructor: Jeanne Krabbendam
To register, contact: E: jeanne@axion.net or P: 604 434 1367
When: Saturday January 8, 2011, 9.30 AM – 5.00 PM
Where: SALT WATER STUDIO, 1650 Duranleau Street, Granville Island, Vancouver

Acrylic Coaching with Peter John Reid

If you have some experience in Acrylic painting, this workshop is for you…designed to give on-going learning, support and constructive critiquing once a month. Beginning with a creative exercise, we’ll move on to individual work, getting help with works in progress or starting a new painting. Bring reference material and any previous paintings you would like to work on or discuss. Come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

To register, visit: www.artspark.com
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: December 12, 2010

Unlock the Mysteries Behind the New Acrylics

Are you in love with acrylics paints, but mystified by the mediums? Do you use acrylic mediums as workhorses, rather than experimenting and playing with the infinite and awesome possibilities they could bring to your artistic practices? In the following series of workshops, I will show you how to unfold the mysteries and explore the limitless uses and creative technical applications of acrylic mediums with acrylic paints and mixed media, in either abstract or representational artworks.

Instructor: Victoria Wallace
Where: Karma Creative - www.karma-creative.ca
When: Saturday, November 27/10, & Saturday, December 7/10, 10am to 4pm

Colour Confidence with Claudia Jean McCabe

This workshop will be of interest to all acrylic artists interested in furthering their relationship with colour. In day one, learn more about mixing colours and the critical role that colour choices play in the painting process. The study of colour is fascinating and full of "oh, wow!" surprises. Continue the adventure on day two with a deeper exploration that combines colour with composition. Claudia is a much sought-after instructor and we are delighted to have her back at META4. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

To register, visit: http://www.meta4gallery.ca
Where: Meta4 in Port Perry, ON
Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: Saturday & Sunday, November 27 & 28, 10 am – 4 pm

Ready – Set – BLING! with Donna Buchan

Are you ready to be dazzled? Get set to explore the magic of Tri-Art Acrylics in shimmering iridescent metallics, brilliant pearls, fascinating interference colours, and Tri-Art’s exclusive liquid mirror. Don’t be shy – these pretty gems aren’t just for the holidays!

Learn what they’re made of, why they do what they do, and how to use them to their best advantage.

You'll leave with at least 3 unique projects and a greater understanding of which bling looks best on your palette! Your projects will be either finished or well underway. Due to drying time constraints, some projects will not be dry when the class is finished - please be prepared to transport wet projects flat.

All materials are supplied. Please bring an apron or suitable change of clothing, a large mixing palette and 2 water containers (1 litre ice cream buckets or similar).

Where: : The Art Space, 58-2 Main St. E., Huntsville
Instructor: Donna Buchan
Date: November 25, 2010; Time – 9:00 am – 12 noon
To register, : Call 705.788.9592 or visit www.joyfulpaints.com/workshops

Acrylic 101 - How To Paint With Acrylics

Always wanted to try Acrylics? Have you been painting for years, but just can’t seem to accomplish that “certain something” in your art? Do you have “learn to paint” on your Bucket List, but are bewildered as to how to go about starting? Peter takes novices and blocked non-novices alike, and works steadily through the various aspects of creating a well thought out painting. Reinforced with your own copy of Peter’s book “Acrylics”, ($35.00) your morning is spent in lessons, discussions on various painting techniques, while your afternoon is devoted to painting under Peter’s patient (and let's not forget fun witted!) tutelage. So Park your inhibitions at the door, and come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

Where: Maggiolly Art Supply, Orangeville, Ontario
To register, visit: www.maggiollyart.com
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: Wednesdays November 24, December 1, 8, 15, 22 Times are 10:00 am to 5:00 pm with an hour break for lunch. Includes coffee and muffins each morning!

Acrylic Coaching with Peter John Reid

If you have some experience in Acrylic painting, this workshop is for you…designed to give on-going learning, support and constructive critiquing once a month. Beginning with a creative exercise, we’ll move on to individual work, getting help with works in progress or starting a new painting. Bring reference material and any previous paintings you would like to work on or discuss. Come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

To register, visit: www.artspark.com
Where: ArtSpark in Thornbury, ON
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: November 14, 2010

Unlock the Mysteries Behind the New Acrylics

Are you in love with acrylics paints, but mystified by the mediums? Do you use acrylic mediums as workhorses, rather than experimenting and playing with the infinite and awesome possibilities they could bring to your artistic practices? In the following series of workshops, I will show you how to unfold the mysteries and explore the limitless uses and creative technical applications of acrylic mediums with acrylic paints and mixed media, in either abstract or representational artworks.

Instructor: Victoria Wallace
Where: York Artists Guild
When : Thursday, November 11/10, & Thursday, November 18/10, 7 to 10pm

Painting the West Coast Landscape - An Experimental Acrylic Workshop

This is an interesting, exciting, informative, fun, and challenging for beginning, intermediate or advanced painters. This workshop focuses on creating different textures on landscape painting using acrylic materials. Mixed media techniques will be used. Student will learn:

• How to design and compose a semi-abstract landscape painting
• How to work with transparency and opacity to create visual depth
• How to take advantage of Acrylic medium to paint textural landscapes
• Materials and techniques in Acrylic painting such as grounds, pigments, Medium, palette organization, and color mixing
• About Tri-Art new acrylic materials and their application

Instructor: Danny Han-Lin Chen
To register, contact: info@chensgallery.com
When: November 6-7, 2010 from 9am - 12noon
Where: Danny Chen Art Studio

Acrylic 101 - How To Paint With Acrylics

The key to a good painting is 'looking good', whether it's colour or form you need to be able to see these components. In this course you will learn to see and understand colour; and how to mix ANY colour. Learn about composition, perspective and form. I guarantee that after this class you will be so 'good looking' you will have to fight admirers off. In-class Tri-Art paints & mediums supplied. My book on Acrylics used in the course is available the first day of the course ($35). *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

To register, visit: www.artspark.com
When: November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 (Mondays) from 10am-5pm
Where: R.R.#1 Thornbury Ontario N0H 2P0 Canada
Instructor: Peter John Reid

Acrylic-Galactic

An experimental adventure that will jump-start your imagination as you discover some of the best products for creating stellar acrylic grounds! Canadian artist Sharlena Wood will revitalize your enthusiasm for creating with acrylics by passionately sharing her out-of-this-world painting applications, texture medium and colour suggestions. Create 5-star samples that will inspire new possibilities in the exploration of abstraction in your own works. *All materials are included and Acrylic materials are sponsored by Tri-Art acrylics.

Instructor: Sharlena Wood
Where: Learning & Product Expo: ART! - Pasadena, California
When: : Sunday, October 24; Time: 9:00am - 12:noon

Autumn Colours - Abstracted landscapes

A colorful opportunity to create a magical landscape with Canadian artist Sharlena Wood and explore Tri-Art's awesome Finest Quality Liquid acrylic colours. As the autumn season will inspire our palette for this half-day workshop, acrylic/mixed media techniques and an intuitive approach to photo referencing will provide the tools to push the boundaries of rural landscape painting. *All materials are included and Acrylic materials are sponsored by Tri-Art acrylics.

Instructor: Sharlena Wood
Where: : Learning & Product Expo: ART! - Pasadena, California
When:: Saturday, October 23; Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

The New Acrylic Palette

Join the color revolution! Examine the bold new modern pigments that populate the acrylic palette. Get to know modern high-performance pigments through and mixing processes, experimentation, plus layering and opacyfing techniques. You will also produce a vibrant finished piece on panel mounted watercolor paper. *All materials are included and Acrylic materials are sponsored by Tri-Art acrylics, Tri-Art Liquid Acrylics and Mediums, Duho panels and brushes & palette knives by Jack Richeson & Co.

Instructor: Rheni Tauchid
Where: Learning & Product Expo: ART! - Pasadena, California
When: Saturday, October 23; Time: 9:00am - 12:00noon

Acrylic - Keep it Simple, Simon

The KISS principle! Keeping it simple is the essence of good design and fundamental to the composition of great paintings. This workshop will help you learn to simplify your paintings so that the full story is told without complication. The twelve basic elements of design will be explored, as well as the amazing process of creative minimalizing. Bring your fluid and heavy body acrylics to this weekend adventure and a new way to express your fabulous self will be revealed. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information and online registration here

Instructor: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: Oct 23 & 24, 2010; Time: 9:00-4:00
Where: Loyalist Campus in Belleville, ON

Experimental Florals

This inspiring half day workshop will introduce you to key mixed media combinations for gutsy & beautiful expressionistic floral paintings. Experiment with top of the line products from Tri-Art Acrylic Paint, Duho Fine Art Panels and Unison Soft Pastels and experience the unlimited possibilities and what inspires you! Join the mixed media vixen as she shares her secret techniques and rekindles your love of flowers over and over again! *All materials are included and Acrylic materials are sponsored by Tri-Art acrylics.

Instructor: Sharlena Wood
Where: Learning & Product Expo: ART! - Pasadena, California
When:: Friday, October 22; Time: 9:00am - 12:00noon

Tri-Art Acrylics Pro-D Day Workshop

This is an interesting, exciting, informative, fun, and challenging for beginning, intermediate or advanced painters. This workshop focuses on creating different textures using acrylic paint and mediums to paint the Iceberg and Arctic scenery. Mixed media techniques will also be taught. Participants will learn:

• How to design and compose a semi-abstract landscape painting.
• How to work with transparency and opacity to create visual depth
• How to take advantage of Acrylic medium to paint textural landscapes.
• Materials and techniques in Acrylic painting such as grounds, pigments, Medium, palette organization, and color mixing.
• About Tri-Art new acrylic materials and their application

Instructor: : Danny Chen
Where: : Maritime Museum
When: : Fri, October 22, 2010 ; Time: 10:00am – 2:30pm (with ½-hour lunch break)

New Acrylic Impressions: Indirect painting with Liquid acrylics and mediums

Print, Transfer, Splash, Stamp, Stick, Stencil and Spill. Liquid acrylics lend themselves beautifully to so many indirect painting methods. Using an array of acrylic mediums and additives, tools and supports, we will explore the incidental and accidental impressions, transforming them layer by layer into coherent compositions. All products to be supplied by Tri-Art, Jack Richeson & Co, and Duho Studios.

Instructor: Rheni Tauchid
Where: Learning & Product Expo: ART! - Pasadena, California
When: Thursday, October 21; Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Acrylic 101 - How To Paint With Acrylics

Always wanted to try Acrylics? Have you been painting for years, but just can’t seem to accomplish that “certain something” in your art? Do you have “learn to paint” on your Bucket List, but are bewildered as to how to go about starting? Peter takes novices and blocked non-novices alike, and works steadily through the various aspects of creating a well thought out painting. Reinforced with your own copy of Peter’s book “Acrylics”, ($35.00) your morning is spent in lessons, discussions on various painting techniques, while your afternoon is devoted to painting under Peter’s patient (and let's not forget fun witted!) tutelage. So Park your inhibitions at the door, and come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

Instructor: : Peter John Reid
When: Wed October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17 (5 Days)
Where: Maggiolly Art Supply, Orangeville, Ontario
To register, visit: www.maggiollyart.com

What Colour Is Your Palette?

A must-do workshop for all acrylic painters wanting to understand more about mixing colours and the critical role colour choices play in the painting process. What colours are in your palette and how many combinations can you create? Do you understand the meaning of primary, secondary, tertiary, neutral and complimentary colours? You will be intrigued with the infinite colour possibilities awaiting your discovery and you'll paint as you have never done before! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information and online registration here

Instructor: : Claudia Jean McCabe
When: Oct 16 & 17, 2010; Time: 9:00-4:00
Where: Loyalist Campus in Belleville, ON

Unlock the Mysteries Behind the New Acrylics

Are you in love with acrylics paints, but mystified by the mediums? Do you use acrylic mediums as workhorses, rather than experimenting and playing with the infinite and awesome possibilities they could bring to your artistic practices? In the following series of workshops, I will show you how to unfold the mysteries and explore the limitless uses and creative technical applications of acrylic mediums with acrylic paints and mixed media, in either abstract or representational artworks.

Instructor: Victoria Wallace
Where: Victory Art Supply – Owner Victoria Wallace’s Atelier, 533 Paterson Street, Peterborough, Ontario
When: Wed Oct 6 - 27th from 9am - noon (4 sessions)
To register: Victoria Wallace (705) 536-3051 or victoriawallaceartist@gmail.com

Acrylic 101 - How To Paint With Acrylics

Always wanted to try Acrylics? Have you been painting for years, but just can’t seem to accomplish that “certain something” in your art? Do you have “learn to paint” on your Bucket List, but are bewildered as to how to go about starting? Peter takes novices and blocked non-novices alike, and works steadily through the various aspects of creating a well thought out painting. Reinforced with your own copy of Peter’s book “Acrylics”, ($35.00) your morning is spent in lessons, discussions on various painting techniques, while your afternoon is devoted to painting under Peter’s patient (and let's not forget fun witted!) tutelage. So Park your inhibitions at the door, and come and join this supportive and positive teacher in pursuit of your own art! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information at www.peterjohnreid.com

To register, visit: www.theartschool.org
Where: Southampton Art School
Instructor: Peter John Reid
When: Oct 4-8 2010, 9-4 daily

Autumn Colours - An Acrylic Mixed Media Workshop

A colorful opportunity to create a magical, abstracted landscape and explore Tri-Art's awesome Finest Quality Liquid acrylic colours and mediums. As the autumn season will inspire our palette, and acrylic/mixed media techniques with an intuitive approach to photo referencing will provide the tools to push the boundaries of rural landscape painting in your own works. Sponsored by Tri-Art paints & mediums which will be supplied for your use during the workshop. Other course supplies extra.

Instructor:: Sharlena Wood
When: Sept 30 & Oct 1st; Time: 9am-4pm
Where: Visual Arts Mississauga, www.visualartsmississauga.com

Brushless painting with acrylic medium

In this workshop Danny will show you how to paint with Palette Knife to create a textural and semi-abstract painting. Each participant will have 10 minutes to create a card-size painting after a short demonstration from Danny. Visitors are welcome to view original artwork in our studio gallery. Participation spaces are limited and on a first-come-first serve basis. There will be 8 sessions in a 2-hr Workshop runs from 10:00am - 12:00pm. All materials are included and Acrylic materials are sponsored by Tri-Art acrylics. For more information, please visit Culture Days website

Instructor:: Danny Chen
When: Sat Sept 25th 2010; Time: 10:00am - 12:00noon
Where: Danny Chen Art Studio, Richmond, British Columbia

The Intuitive Painter

It has been said that if you don’t listen to your intuition, it will stop talking to you. Nothing could be more true when it comes to painting. No matter your experience or technical expertise, intuition is the guiding force behind creative fulfilment. Painting in both the studio and en plein air, this late-September island workshop will teach you about holding on and letting go, and the three essential www.cjmccabe.com qualities in all creative painting – patience, persistence and trust. By experimenting with acrylic paints and stepping outside your comfort zone, intuition will take you into the limitless world of abstraction. Once there, wonderment will take hold. An out-of-thisworld trip of a lifetime. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

Instructor:: Claudia Jean McCabe
When: Mon Sept 20 - Fri Sept 24 (5 days); Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Where: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com

Fabulous Experimental Collage

This exciting workshop will help you break free and explore new directions in mixed watermedia. You will loosen up and explore the interesting effects and textures created by combining watercolour or acrylic with various other media, e.g. water-soluble crayons, soft pastels, acrylics. Discover ways to resurrect your unsuccessful watermedia paintings using collage and/or black ink, coloured pencil, gesso or gouache. You will be inspired to move from nature towards abstraction. Composition and design is a fundamental part of the session. Creativity, fun, and individual uniqueness will be emphasized. Shirley will demonstrate using both watercolour and acrylics. $175.00 for two-day workshop. All paints and mediums during the sessions are provided by Tri-Art Canada. A take-home package of Tri-Art paints and mediums (retail value $70.00) is included in the workshop fee.

When: : Sept 18-19, 2010, 9 – 4 pm
Where:: Shirley's studio: 68 Rebecca Lane, Westport ON
Instructor:: Shirley Mancino
To register, contact:: Tel: 613-273-2984 E-mail: smancino@rideau.net

Reclaiming the Willfulness to Play

Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up. Pablo Picasso's ponderance is the catalyst behind this fascinating acrylic painting workshop. Where does the mirthful freedom with which we painted as children disappear to in adulthood? Can it be reclaimed? Can we learn to follow our bliss when we paint? This workshop is about reclamation and painting with the wonderment of a child. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra. More information and online registration here

Instructor: : Claudia Jean McCabe
When: Sept 18 & 19, 2010; Time: 9:00-4:00
Where: Loyalist Campus in Belleville, ON

Liquid Acrylics/Collage Extravaganza

Awaken your creative spirit and playful nature. White paper syndrome is common to artists at all levels. Not here! Learn to use liquid acrylics and collage elements as a vehicle for bold and loose self-expression. This exciting workshop helps both new and developing artists break free to explore new directions in acrylics, mediums and collage. By pouring, texturizing, layering, and pasting you will create stunning abstractions that you can then reincarnate into gorgeous representational works. You will learn how to effectively use the often confusing array of acrylic mediums and grounds. You will create your own stamps, templates and learn easy to use photo transfer processes. You will resurrect your failed watermedia paintings using glazing, gesso and collage. Composition and design are an integral part of the session. The workshop includes helpful personal coaching, demonstrations and constructive group discussion. Relax, play, and reconnect with your joyful creative self.

Liquid Acrylics: Experimental Extravaganza

Learn to use wet and wild acrylics and/or watercolour as a vehicle for self-expression. By dripping, splattering, texturizing and incorporating other mixed media techniques, you will create stunning abstractions that you can then reincarnate into gorgeous representational works. Composition and design is an integral part of the session. Relax, play, and reconnect with your joyful creative self! All paints and mediums during the session are provided by Tri-Art Canada. A take-home package of Tri-Art paints and mediums (retail value $70.00) is included in the workshop fee.

Instructor:: Shirley Mancino
When:: Aug 7- 8, 2010, 9 – 4 pm
Where: : Shirley's studio: 68 Rebecca Lane, Westport ON
To register, contact:: Tel: 613-273-2984 E-mail: smancino@rideau.net

Breaking Ground with New Acrylic Mediums

This inspiring workshop will introduce you to Dry Media Ground as well as demonstrating the innovative and unlimited possibilities of many grounds, gels and polymers. Used on their own or combined with colour, these products produce extraordinary textures on an impressive variety of supports. This hands-on workshop draws inspiration from mixed media possibilities, and will prick your curiosity about drawing and painting with layers and textures and answer your questions as to which mediums are perfect for marker, pencil, charcoal, pastels, acrylic paints, and other media. There will be many samples on hand to examine and enjoy, and the opportunity to work from your own reference in an encouraging environment - practice, play and discover! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra. 5-Day workshop

When: Mon August 9th - Friday August 13th (5 day) Time: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Where: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

People-scapes/Landscapes With Panache

This workshop will feature the bold and free exploratory techniques mentioned above, and will also include on simplified approaches to painting figures as well as figures in the landscape. Participants will learn how to superimpose representational subjects on top of textural and abstract underpaintings while maintaining the essential mystery. Participants have the choice to maintain the illusion or build the image to quasi-representational detail. Work in the medium of your choice.

Instructor: Shirley Mancino
When:: June 16 - 17, 2010, (NB Wednesday - Thursday) 9 - 4 pm
Where: Shirley's studio: 68 Rebecca Lane, Westport ON
To register, contact:: Tel: 613-273-2984 E-mail: smancino@rideau.net

Abstracted Landscapes in Acrylic & Mixed Media

This studio week is for those ready and willing to explore new spaces in visual expression, in between styles and subjects and reality. Sharlena will guide to see beyond ‘what you see’ and work intuitively. Daily drawing exercises, demonstrations and group discussions will inspire new possibilities for you to explore abstraction in your own works. This is an opportunity to develop your skills of observation, integration, and invention, also experiment with a variety of tools, supports and applications with Tri-Art Acrylics and unique mediums! Imagery from your own photo reference will be simplified and reinterpreted in order to push the boundaries of rural and urban landscape painting. *Recommended Intermediate Drawing Skills *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

When: Monday June 14 - Friday June 18 (5 day) Time: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Where: Loyalist College, Belleville To register, call (613) 969-7900 or toll-free 1-866-344-9944 or www.loyalistfocus.com
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Liquid Acrylics Workshop Extravaganza

Awaken your creative spirit and playful nature. White paper syndrome is common to artists at all levels. Not here! Learn to use Tri-Arts liquid acrylics and mediums boldly and loosely as a vehicle for self-expression. This exciting workshop helps developing artists break free and explore new directions in acrylics and mixed media. By pouring, dripping, texturizing, layering, you will create stunning abstractions that you can then reincarnate into gorgeous representational works. Composition and design is an integral part of the session. Shirley will demonstrate the making of stamps of real or fabricated ancient motifs and symbols for use within our paintings. You will benefit from helpful personal attention, demonstrations and constructive group discussion. Relax, play, and reconnect with your joyful creative self. All workshops are suitable for levels from beginner to advanced. Workshops are limited to 8 participants. Cost $175.00 for two-day workshop. All Tri-Art paints and mediums are included during the session.

Instructor: Shirley Mancino
When: May 29-30, 2010, 9 – 4 pm
Where: Shirley's studio: 68 Rebecca Lane, Westport ON
materials list: See www.shirleymancino.com for a suggested materials list.
To register, contact:: Tel: 613-273-2984 E-mail: smancino@rideau.net

Acrylic Painting Basics

Acrylic Painting Learn the basics about acrylic paints and how to use them. This hands-on Tri-Art acrylic workshop explores essential techniques and getting to know your available tools to achieve astonishing results. Sharlena will show you some fun and fearless techniques, and you will have the opportunity to create your own painting, play and discover acrylic paint in an encouraging environment!

Instructor: Sharlena Wood
When: Sunday, April 25
Time: 9:30 am - 12:30pm
Location: Neilson Park Creative Centre
To Register & for more information: call 416-622-5294 or www.neilsonparkcreativecentre.com

Breaking Ground with New Acrylic Mediums

This inspiring workshop will introduce you to Dry Media Ground as well as demonstrating the innovative and unlimited possibilities of their many grounds, gels and polymers. Used on their own or combined with colour, these products produce extraordinary textures on an impressive variety of supports. This hands-on Tri-Art workshop draws inspiration from mixed media possibilities, and will prick your curiosity about drawing and painting with layers and textures and answer your questions as to which mediums are perfect for marker, pencil, charcoal, pastels, acrylic paints, and other media. There will be many samples on hand to examine and enjoy, and the opportunity to work from your own reference in an encouraging environment - practice, play and discover! *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

When: Sunday April 11, 2010 Time: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Where: Visual Arts Mississauga To register, call 905-277-4313 or www.visualartsmississauga.com
Price: $40.00 + gst (code: SWK06)
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Jazzing the modern medium; understanding acrylics

Join Rheni for an acrylic demo and discussion at ART for ALL CANADA! This presentation is a broad scope presentation on understanding acrylic paints and mediums, and an exploration of improvisational application methods and techniques. Acrylics are a revolutionary medium, an evolving material. Understanding how they work and how acrylic mediums can be used to manipulated and dictate the behaviour and appearance of the acrylic surface will enhance every painters creative process. The emphasis of this presentation will be on high viscosity and Liquid acrylic colours as well as a large array of acrylic mediums and additives. The author of "The New Acrylics" and it's sequel, "New Acrylics Essential Sourcebook" (Watson-Guptill 2009), Rheni Tauchid has an extensive working knowledge of acrylic paints from the point of view of a painter, manufacturer and researcher. Materials consultant and Acrylic Education program director for Tri-Art Manufacturing, her passion is to paint, and to impart knowledge on the Acrylic materials.

Speaker: Rheni Tauchid
When: March 6, 2010 at 11:15-12:30pm
Where: Metro Hall, 55 John Street, Toronto. Room 304
Event: Art for All Canada
Register: http://www.artforallcanada.org/registration.htm

Abstracting Reality

Get away from reality for a day! In a serene and meditative environment, Sharlena will guide to see beyond ‘what you see’, work intuitively, and see differently so you can abstract anything. Innovative drawing exercises, entertaining demonstrations and stimulating group discussions will inspire new possibilities for you to explore abstraction in your own works. Beautiful photos by photographer Hany Maurice will be provided as reference for you to reinterpret in order to push the boundaries of visual representation. *Tri-Art paints and mediums will be available for your use in this must-do workshop. Other course supplies extra.

When: Saturday February 20, 2010 Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, lunch included
Where: Port Credit Mississauga Email sharlenawood@gmail.com for more information
Price: $50.00
Instructor: Sharlena Wood

Discover How Versatile Acrylics Can Be!

A free Demo and talk at Woolfitt's Art Enterprises. Various products and possible applications will be illustrated and discussed. If you have questions, this is the venue to ask!

When:: November 29th
Instructor:: Connie Morris
Location:: Woolfitt's Art Enterprises, Toronto, ON
http://www.woolfitts.com: Phone: (416) 536-7878
: 1-800 490-3567
: Contact Woolfitt's to register and for more details

Why Art? Defining Art Education in The 21st Century

Connie Morris will be presenting at the New York State Art Teacher's Association Conference. She will be working with Tri-Art's student paints and illustrating how to get the look of Artist Acrylics on a classroom budget.

When:: November 21-23rd
Location:: Rochester, New York

Fun, Flexible, Forgiving

Discover the creative potential of acrylic paints and mediums with their amazing flexibility, forgiving nature and expressive possibilities. Explore your artistic expression, no matter what your style, experience or subject matter.

Instructor:: Mary-Louise White
Location:: David G. Guthrie Custom Framing, London ON
http://www.davidguthrie.com: 519-652-1066
: Contact the above for more details

Understanding Your Acrylic Paints and Mediums

This is a two day hands-on workshop to be held in Carelton Place,ON. There will be demonstrations of techniques using a variety of mediums and pigments. Participants will use this experience to explore and create a number of paintings during the workshop.

Instructor: : Connie Morris
When: : September 27th/28th
Location:: Brushstrokes, Carelton Place, ON 613-253-8088
: Contact Brushstrokes for more details and to register
Website: www.brushstrokesart.ca

How to Get the Most Out of Your Acrylic Paints and Mediums

A two day workshop that will explore the use of paints and mediums to do glazes, textural grounds and different finishes. "True and Sure" techniques will be instructed, as well as those that push the conventional applications of paint and mediums.

Instructor:: Connie Morris
When:: October 18th/19th
Location:: Wallack's Art Supply, 613-549-5806
: Call wallack's for details