In this three-hour workshop, each participant will receive a curated Mini Gouache Art Kit to use during class — and to take home afterward.We’ll begin with a simple colour-mixing exploration using a mini colour wheel, learning how a limited primary palette can open into a full range of harmonious tones.From there, I’ll guide participants step-by-step […]

Join artist Joanne Lomas to learn the art of gel plate printmaking by rolling, brushing, stenciling and stamping using acrylic paint on a soft gel plate. You’ll learn about printmaking, colour combinations and you will make your own memorable monoprints. This is a fun afternoon experimenting with layers of shapes, colour, paint and various papers. […]

DIGITAL PLEIN AIR In this hands-on workshop series designed for artists and photographers of all levels, learn how to use your mobile phone to become a digital plein air artist. Inspired by the tradition of plein air observation, Digital Plein Air explores how mobile photography can help you slow down, observe more deeply, and create […]

Join Amita Maru for a fun, interactive workshop to learn the ancient art of creating henna designs! Perfect for beginners—no experience necessary. Under Amita’s guidance, you will create simple floral and geometric designs to build complex, beautiful patterns. Amita Maru is a local artist specializing in jewelry and beading. Amita learned how to make henna […]

Have fun and learn! Explore the world of gel plate transfers with Joanne Lomas, a talented artist and experienced teacher. You will learn how to transfer an image from a laser copy or magazine page to a gel plate plate, then transfer the image from the gel plate to the paper stock. The image is […]

Have you considered plein air painting, but hesitated because you weren’t sure what equipment or supplies to use? If so, this is the plein air workshop for you. Thanks to the generous support of South Georgian Bay Initiative Fund, and in cooperation with Duntroon HIghlands Golf, BMFA is offering a 4 session plein air workshop […]

Abstract art lets you express ideas, impressions and the unseen. You aren't painting something - you are painting how that something makes you feel. Do you want to foster your creativity by exploring, or loosen your style, or move from representative to abstract? Sue will take you through guided exercises using fluid paint on watercolour […]

Bring your drawing materials and paper and stretch your drawing muscles at BMFA’s Open Life Drawing Sessions with a live model. These open life drawing sessions Life Drawing sessions are an opportunity to work on observation skills and drawing techniques. Open Life Sessions do NOT include instruction. Chairs provided.

Sharpen your observation skills and explore portrait drawing in a relaxed, supportive setting 🎨 Jocelyn will guide you through the basic steps of how to create a realistic portrait. She will show you how to apply proportions, light and shadow to create representational features of the face, the head and shoulders. Led by a practicing […]

Stitch new life into denim as you learn simple needle felting techniques to create a one-of-a-kind patch for your jacket, bag, or jeans 🎨. Join Wendy Fifield and Lynn Thordarson of Kimber Valley farms for this creative, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to transform a simple piece of denim into a unique, hand-felted patch! […]

Learn the essential techniques you need to paint confidently with Acrylics or Oils! Starting with the anatomy of your paint, weekly projects explore innovative possibilities of your medium. All techniques and exercises will be carefully demonstrated, using photo reference, still life and explained in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step format. Here are the broad outlines of topics […]

Unlock the beauty of the Cyanotype Print Workshop at the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts. Join us in exploring the magic of this historical photographic process. Jo will bring materials to print with or you are welcome to bring your own materials and even use found material. When these materials are placed on photo […]

Explore the fascinating medium of linocut printing on fabric and create your own wearable art 🧵 in this hands-on BMFA workshop. You will create your own design, learn how to transfer your image, and then carve your design onto a soft lino block Using various pressing techniques, you’ll use textile ink to print onto participant […]

Join wool experts Linda Thordarson and Wendy Fifield of Kimber Valley farms where they raise their own Icelandic sheep and then use the wool from their sheep to create all manner of things in wool! In this needle felting class you will create a landscape with wool. You will learn how to lay out a […]