Upcoming DVAC Events

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.

Friday Night Presentation - Sheryl Shapiro - Paint Along 
 
Intuitive non objective painting
 
If you feel mystified by non-objective paintings in an art gallery and wondered what the artistic journey might have been for the artist then trying out non-objective painting for yourself could be a fun experiment and give you some insight. 
 
There are many ways to create this style of art. I will show you one, how I create mine, and give you the opportunity to create one for yourself. 
 
Painting intuitively is very exciting. You can choose the colours and you can choose the composition but the results are always a surprise. Painting this way is freeing and playful. The early layers may feel messy but as you get to the final layers you simplify and organize to reveal the hidden painting within. 
 
You are invited to paint along.
See the materials list attached to your March 18th NewBits. 

BIO
Sheryl Shapiro was born in South Africa and has lived in Toronto for close to 50 years. Passionate about art, she is a graduate of two art programs, fine arts/ teaching in South Africa (Johannesburg College of Art), and editorial design at OCAD (Ontario College of Art and Design).
Sheryl was an Art Director and Editorial Designer for over 30 years. Her formal art studies and work career have shaped her use of colour, form, texture and composition. Sheryl is an elected member of the Ontario Society of Artists and The Colour and Form Society. Sheryl has exhibited in a number of juried and group shows. 
  
Social Media: 
instagram.com/sherylshapiroart
facebook.com/SherylsArtExplorations

DVAC IN-STUDIO WORKSHOP
Mixed Media/Collage Workshop
with Lorette Luzajic 

Saturday April 5 & Sunday April 6, 2025
11:00 am - 4:00 pm each day 

in the DVAC studio at 666 Eglinton Ave. W
 
Lorette Luzajic's Websites: 
▪ https://www.instagram.com/lorette.c.luzajic/?hl=en 
▪ https://www.mixedupmedia.ca/welcome.html 
▪ https://lorettecluzajic.partial.gallery/

DVAC IN-STUDIO WORKSHOP
Mixed Media/Collage Workshop
with Lorette Luzajic 

Saturday April 5 & Sunday April 6, 2025
11:00 am - 4:00 pm each day 

in the DVAC studio at 666 Eglinton Ave. W
 
Lorette Luzajic's Websites: 
▪ https://www.instagram.com/lorette.c.luzajic/?hl=en 
▪ https://www.mixedupmedia.ca/welcome.html 
▪ https://lorettecluzajic.partial.gallery/

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.

Friday Night Presentation - Kathryn Adams - Understanding the Language of Contracts
 
 
BIO:
As an educator and public speaker, Kathryn specializes in explaining business skills to visual artists using humorous anecdotes and practical methods. She has taught 5000+ students at OCAD University, the University of Toronto and Sheridan College. Other engagements include guest lectures at York University, Seneca College, workshops for KoyamaPress, Latow Photographers Group, Sheridan EDGE, Good Gorilla and the Toronto Public Library as Arts Mentor in Residence 2024.
 
Katheryn's website: https://www.kathrynadams.com/profile/ 

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.

There will be No Friday Night Presentation on April 18.

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.

Friday Night Presentation - Linda Mongemery - Acrylic
 
Metallics?  Fluorescents?  Iridescents?  Interference? Acrylics!
 
Linda Mongemery talks about metallic, fluorescent, iridescent and interference pigmnets in acrylic paints, and how you can use them.
 
Linda has presented for DVAC in the past in parnership with Liquitex Acrylics.

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