Upcoming DVAC Events

Printmaking Studio
Every Monday 12 noon to 3 pm we meet to share ideas and techniques. 

This is not an instructional class - we learn from each other.
Bring your own supplies - we have a small press.
Some techniques - watercolour on plexi, silkscreen monoprints, colograph, linocut. 

All are asked to help set-up and take-down and to contribute a toonie to pay for some supplies. 

If you would like to drop in and see what we do, please email contact member: Theo McLaren - theo.m.mclaren@gmail.com

In-person Life Drawing at the Studio.  
Tuesday evenings, 7 pm -10 pm

We alternate between Portrait and Figure (fee is $10). The extended pose will be broken into 25-minute segments with 5-minute breaks. Artists may sketch, use pastels, watercolour, acrylic or oils.

Any questions email: jessiegordondvac@gmail.com or elmaelott@yahoo.ca

For the Fun of It - Abstract and Open Studio 

Join us for drop-in painting sessions at the DVAC studio, to explore abstract art and other forms of art, in an open studio setting.
These will be independent sessions with no model or instruction, for anyone who has limited space at home to paint large canvases. 

Come and have some fun and socialize while creating your great work!

Email Christine Luna chrisluna397@gmail.com to book your spot.  
First come basis.

DVAC Friday Night Meetings - Phil Irish - Oil, contemporary

Website: https://www.philirish.art/
Instagram: https://www.philirish.art/instagram

In-studio Sunday Afternoon Portrait Sessions

- The sessions run from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm.
- It is suggested you arrive at 1:45 to set up your materials as we start painting at 2:00 pm. 

- Members are asked to volunteer to sit [pose] for the group.  
- We will have five 25-minute poses (sometimes six).
- with 5-minute breaks to prepare for the next portrait and sitter.

- Choice of materials is up to you, pencils, charcoal, watercolours, acrylics…
- There are no fees and attendance is optional. 
 
Come when you can and as often as you can.
We look forward to seeing you in the studio.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email Frank Pasian @ frankpasian@gmail.com

Printmaking Studio
Every Monday 12 noon to 3 pm we meet to share ideas and techniques. 

This is not an instructional class - we learn from each other.
Bring your own supplies - we have a small press.
Some techniques - watercolour on plexi, silkscreen monoprints, colograph, linocut. 

All are asked to help set-up and take-down and to contribute a toonie to pay for some supplies. 

If you would like to drop in and see what we do, please email contact member: Theo McLaren - theo.m.mclaren@gmail.com

In-person Life Drawing at the Studio.  
Tuesday evenings, 7 pm -10 pm

We alternate between Portrait and Figure (fee is $10). The extended pose will be broken into 25-minute segments with 5-minute breaks. Artists may sketch, use pastels, watercolour, acrylic or oils.

Any questions email: jessiegordondvac@gmail.com or elmaelott@yahoo.ca

For the Fun of It - Abstract and Open Studio 

Join us for drop-in painting sessions at the DVAC studio, to explore abstract art and other forms of art, in an open studio setting.
These will be independent sessions with no model or instruction, for anyone who has limited space at home to paint large canvases. 

Come and have some fun and socialize while creating your great work!

Email Christine Luna chrisluna397@gmail.com to book your spot.  
First come basis.

DVAC Friday Night Meetings - Members' Tips & Tricks

Join and share your painting tips and tricks!

Workshop - Sharon Kirsh: Collage
 
in-Studio at DVAC Clubhouse

Dates: Saturday April 13 & Sunday April 14
Time: 11:00am to 4:00pm
 
Cost: $90.00 (including HST) if you pay by cheque  
  $93.00 by credit card (includes $3 processing fee)    
 
Registration is online. The registration link is in the Workshop description pdf attached to your NewsBits.
 
Sharon Kirsh is an award winning artist who creates captivating dreamlike intricately layered paintings using hand-made papers, printing techniques, fabric, stitching, paint and found objects. Skillful and deliberate use of evocative colour and layering techniques bring forth joy, surprise and invite viewers to deeply engage with the work.  
 
Day 1  The focus of this first day will be in creating colourful, interesting, and enigmatic materials using various mixed media techniques. 
While playful in approach, strategies for utilizing colour and design principles will be woven throughout. 
Sharon will discuss how collage/mixed media can enhance other styles including more realistic work.  
 
Day 2 Participants will be given support in developing their ideas and start work on pieces using their created materials as well as paint, charcoal and drawing materials.  
 
NOTE: Sharon has suggested a follow up session (shorter) over zoom, a week later for participants to share what they’ve done or work on a second piece. TBA   
 
A supplies list will be sent to those who have registered and paid for the workshop.  
 
As well, Sharon has a materials package available for $10 made up of tracing paper sheets, Japanese Rice Paper (thin), deli sheets, Mylar or vellum sheets for stencil/mask making, Mulberry paper (comes in assorted colours), and various items for texturing. 
If you wish to purchase this please select YES on the registration document and bring $10 to the first class to pay Sharon.

Workshop - Sharon Kirsh: Collage
 
in-Studio at DVAC Clubhouse

Dates: Saturday April 13 & Sunday April 14
Time: 11:00am to 4:00pm
 
Cost: $90.00 (including HST) if you pay by cheque  
  $93.00 by credit card (includes $3 processing fee)    
 
Registration is online. The registration link is in the Workshop description pdf attached to your NewsBits.
 
Sharon Kirsh is an award winning artist who creates captivating dreamlike intricately layered paintings using hand-made papers, printing techniques, fabric, stitching, paint and found objects. Skillful and deliberate use of evocative colour and layering techniques bring forth joy, surprise and invite viewers to deeply engage with the work.  
 
Day 1  The focus of this first day will be in creating colourful, interesting, and enigmatic materials using various mixed media techniques. 
While playful in approach, strategies for utilizing colour and design principles will be woven throughout. 
Sharon will discuss how collage/mixed media can enhance other styles including more realistic work.  
 
Day 2 Participants will be given support in developing their ideas and start work on pieces using their created materials as well as paint, charcoal and drawing materials.  
 
NOTE: Sharon has suggested a follow up session (shorter) over zoom, a week later for participants to share what they’ve done or work on a second piece. TBA   
 
A supplies list will be sent to those who have registered and paid for the workshop.  
 
As well, Sharon has a materials package available for $10 made up of tracing paper sheets, Japanese Rice Paper (thin), deli sheets, Mylar or vellum sheets for stencil/mask making, Mulberry paper (comes in assorted colours), and various items for texturing. 
If you wish to purchase this please select YES on the registration document and bring $10 to the first class to pay Sharon.

No Portrait Session today - a Workshop is taking place.

 
In-studio Sunday Afternoon Portrait Sessions

- The sessions run from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm.
- It is suggested you arrive at 1:45 to set up your materials as we start painting at 2:00 pm. 

- Members are asked to volunteer to sit [pose] for the group.  
- We will have five 25-minute poses (sometimes six).
- with 5-minute breaks to prepare for the next portrait and sitter.

- Choice of materials is up to you, pencils, charcoal, watercolours, acrylics…
- There are no fees and attendance is optional. 
 
Come when you can and as often as you can.
We look forward to seeing you in the studio.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email Frank Pasian @ frankpasian@gmail.com

Printmaking Studio
Every Monday 12 noon to 3 pm we meet to share ideas and techniques. 

This is not an instructional class - we learn from each other.
Bring your own supplies - we have a small press.
Some techniques - watercolour on plexi, silkscreen monoprints, colograph, linocut. 

All are asked to help set-up and take-down and to contribute a toonie to pay for some supplies. 

If you would like to drop in and see what we do, please email contact member: Theo McLaren - theo.m.mclaren@gmail.com

In-person Life Drawing at the Studio.  
Tuesday evenings, 7 pm -10 pm

We alternate between Portrait and Figure (fee is $10). The extended pose will be broken into 25-minute segments with 5-minute breaks. Artists may sketch, use pastels, watercolour, acrylic or oils.

Any questions email: jessiegordondvac@gmail.com or elmaelott@yahoo.ca

For the Fun of It - Abstract and Open Studio 

Join us for drop-in painting sessions at the DVAC studio, to explore abstract art and other forms of art, in an open studio setting.
These will be independent sessions with no model or instruction, for anyone who has limited space at home to paint large canvases. 

Come and have some fun and socialize while creating your great work!

Email Christine Luna chrisluna397@gmail.com to book your spot.  
First come basis.

2024 DVAC Show & Sale

Riverdale HUB Gallery, 1326 Gerrard St. East, Toronto 
(east of  Greenwood Ave.)
 
Daily - Tuesday April 18 to Saturday, April 27

12 noon to 5 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays.

2024 DVAC Show & Sale

Riverdale HUB Gallery, 1326 Gerrard St. East, Toronto 
(east of  Greenwood Ave.)
 
Daily - Tuesday April 18 to Saturday, April 27

12 noon to 5 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays.

DVAC Friday Night Meetings - Klaas Hart

2024 DVAC Show & Sale

Riverdale HUB Gallery, 1326 Gerrard St. East, Toronto 
(east of  Greenwood Ave.)
 
Daily - Tuesday April 18 to Saturday, April 27

12 noon to 5 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays.

2024 DVAC Show & Sale  -- Closed Sunday

Riverdale HUB Gallery, 1326 Gerrard St. East, Toronto 
(east of  Greenwood Ave.)
 
Daily - Tuesday April 18 to Saturday, April 27

12 noon to 5 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays.

In-studio Sunday Afternoon Portrait Sessions

- The sessions run from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm.
- It is suggested you arrive at 1:45 to set up your materials as we start painting at 2:00 pm. 

- Members are asked to volunteer to sit [pose] for the group.  
- We will have five 25-minute poses (sometimes six).
- with 5-minute breaks to prepare for the next portrait and sitter.

- Choice of materials is up to you, pencils, charcoal, watercolours, acrylics…
- There are no fees and attendance is optional. 
 
Come when you can and as often as you can.
We look forward to seeing you in the studio.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email Frank Pasian @ frankpasian@gmail.com

2024 DVAC Show & Sale -- Closed Monday

Riverdale HUB Gallery, 1326 Gerrard St. East, Toronto 
(east of  Greenwood Ave.)
 
Daily - Tuesday April 18 to Saturday, April 27

12 noon to 5 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays.

Printmaking Studio
Every Monday 12 noon to 3 pm we meet to share ideas and techniques. 

This is not an instructional class - we learn from each other.
Bring your own supplies - we have a small press.
Some techniques - watercolour on plexi, silkscreen monoprints, colograph, linocut. 

All are asked to help set-up and take-down and to contribute a toonie to pay for some supplies. 

If you would like to drop in and see what we do, please email contact member: Theo McLaren - theo.m.mclaren@gmail.com

2024 DVAC Show & Sale

Riverdale HUB Gallery, 1326 Gerrard St. East, Toronto 
(east of  Greenwood Ave.)
 
Daily - Tuesday April 18 to Saturday, April 27

12 noon to 5 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays.

In-person Life Drawing at the Studio.  
Tuesday evenings, 7 pm -10 pm

We alternate between Portrait and Figure (fee is $10). The extended pose will be broken into 25-minute segments with 5-minute breaks. Artists may sketch, use pastels, watercolour, acrylic or oils.

Any questions email: jessiegordondvac@gmail.com or elmaelott@yahoo.ca

2024 DVAC Show & Sale

Riverdale HUB Gallery, 1326 Gerrard St. East, Toronto 
(east of  Greenwood Ave.)
 
Daily - Tuesday April 18 to Saturday, April 27

12 noon to 5 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays.

For the Fun of It - Abstract and Open Studio 

Join us for drop-in painting sessions at the DVAC studio, to explore abstract art and other forms of art, in an open studio setting.
These will be independent sessions with no model or instruction, for anyone who has limited space at home to paint large canvases. 

Come and have some fun and socialize while creating your great work!

Email Christine Luna chrisluna397@gmail.com to book your spot.  
First come basis.

2024 DVAC Show & Sale

Riverdale HUB Gallery, 1326 Gerrard St. East, Toronto 
(east of  Greenwood Ave.)
 
Daily - Tuesday April 18 to Saturday, April 27

12 noon to 5 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays.

2024 DVAC Show & Sale

Riverdale HUB Gallery, 1326 Gerrard St. East, Toronto 
(east of  Greenwood Ave.)
 
Daily - Tuesday April 18 to Saturday, April 27

12 noon to 5 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays.

Golden Artist Colors Conversation and Demo:
Dive Into Color with Andrea Warren

Explore the vibrant possibilities of working with color in this free, 2-hour GOLDEN Artist Colors Conversation and Demonstration!  
 
We will:
 
● do a deep dive into the characteristics of colors - including chroma, tinting strength, and masstone/undertone - and what that means for your painting. 
 
● discuss the difference between mineral and modern pigments, demonstrate color mixing with our modern mixing guide, and explore the qualities and effects of working with a range of primaries. 
 
● show you how to use our handy Virtual Color Mixer, and look at the histories and characteristics of major pigment families such as Ochres, Cadmiums, Cobalts, Quinacridones, Pyrroles and Phthalos. 
 
● explore the specialty paint lines - including Iridescent, Interference, and Fluorescent colors.
 
● give you tips on finding your own personal palette, and share some unique colors and personal favorites (and would love to hear your own!). 
 
● share a few of the many applications that each of GOLDEN’s acrylic paint lines can be used for, and provide some tips for modifying your paint's drying time, texture, transparency and sheen. 
 
Whether you are brand new to painting or a seasoned pro, this demo will offer lots of helpful tools and info on working with color, and a chance for a vibrant conversation with other artists!  
 
We’ll also spend some time discussing questions in your own practice – on the registration form, you’ll be invited to let us know what topics you’re interested in, and provided a space to ask questions. 
 
We will try to cover and collaboratively discuss as many of these as possible during our time together, as well as show you where to find more resources on many of these topics on GOLDEN’s website www.goldenartistcolors.com  
 
NOTE: You need to REGISTER for this event.
To register, use the link proved in your NewsBits newsletter.