As a licensed teacher, experienced art instructor, outdoor educator, and community arts facilitator, I'm thrilled to offer a variety of artistic workshops in community spaces, wild places and more.
Tuesday, May 27th @ 7 PM - Paint-alongs are guided acrylic painting events for beginners and creatives alike! Unwind, socialize, and leave inspired as you work towards a completed painting step-by-step. Hosted monthly, they are a great way to make fun, creativity and connection a regular part of your routine. New painters are always welcome!
"Sweet Ride" Paint Along @ Respect is Burning
Current Events
Mother's Day Fabric Art Workshop @ Metamorphosis Studio
Sunday, May 11th @ 1 PM - Bring yourself, grab a friend, or treat mom to an afternoon of creating at Metamorphosis Studio! Discover the arts of ice-dyeing and block printing as you create two beautiful fabric projects, suitable for all ages.
Thursday, June 12th @ 7 PM - Get ready for date night with a hilarious painted twist! Enjoy some laughs, quality time with someone you love, and to leave with a unique masterpiece of the person you walked in with. All kinds of partners (not just romantic) are invited to join the fun!
Paint Your Partner @ Respect is Burning
As a licensed teacher, experienced art instructor, outdoor educator, and community arts facilitator, I'm thrilled to offer a variety of artistic workshops in community spaces, wild places and more.
Paint-alongs are two hour guided acrylic painting events. These events encourage beginners and creatives alike to unwind, socialize, and engage in something out of the ordinary. You’ll leave the event with a finished painting, new painting skills, and some great memories!
paint alongs
current events
ARC Climbing & Paint Night
Enjoy a fun social evening at ARC Climbing & Yoga. Sign up for the Paint Along and come in to climb earlier in the day for a special price.
spca fundraiser: paint your pet event
Dive into a night of artistry while lending a paw to furry friends in need. Whether you're a pro with a paintbrush or just starting out, all are invited. Let me guide you towards a paw-some portrait of your beloved pet! Your participation will support the local SPCA in their mission to care for animals seeking forever homes.
Join us on Friday, April 11th for date night with a hilarious painted twist! Expect lots of laughs, and to leave with a unique masterpiece of the person you walked in with. Treat yourself to some drinks and apps from our amazing host establishment (sold separately) and you have the perfect Friday night out!
paint your partner night @ respect is burning
5 week winter art classes
introduction to painting for kids - ages 8-13 years
sundays @ 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM (february 9th-march 9th)
Kids will discover a variety of painting techniques alongside an experienced artist. Practice new skills, dabble with different paints, have a blast with new painting projects each week, and learn to properly care for their art tools and equipment.
introduction to landscape painting - adults (14+)
Discover the joy of landscape painting in this beginner friendly acrylics class. Led by an experienced artist, you’ll focus on a variety of painting techniques, skills and content that will take your future landscape projects to the next level.
sundays @ 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM (february 9th-march 9th)
past events
Create and carve a custom art stamp, and print your design onto greeting cards and tags! You’ll also have the option to print your design onto plantable cards embedded with a blend of non-invasive wildflower seeds. A special little holiday gift that will grow in the spring! Beginner friendly workshop, ages 16+.
linocut greeting cards and gift tags @ amberhill gallery
Design and print your own set of beautiful linocut patches, or pick what you like from my patch buffet! Bring your imagination and an item to repair or customize. Learn valuable hand stitching and mending techniques, and take home a patch kit to share with friends or continue practicing your skills.
diy patch party @ amberhill gallery
spooky skulls sketching workshop @ mindmelt studio
Join me for a seasonally spooky drawing class at Mindmelt Studio Arts Collective! Learn new techniques and practice your drawing skills in a supportive environment. A variety of animal skulls will be available for study and observation drawing. Let shadows and nature’s dark treasures inspire your imagination.
"beautiful beetles" pastel workshop
Join me at Mindmelt Studio Arts Collective for a beetle focused pastel workshop! Discover a few techniques for working with both oil and soft pastels in this beginner friendly evening class. Grab a friend or two and come on out for a fun-filled night of art making and exploring the beautiful, shiny and creepy order of Coleoptera. All supplies are included - complimentary coffee, tea and juice will also be available.
printed and patched summer hats workshop
Join me at Amberhill Gallery in Sudbury, ON to create a one-of-a-kind summer hat using linocut printing, patching, and embroidery techniques! Bring your own hat (100% cotton preferred), select from an assortment of hats on site, or develop a set of custom patches to sew on at a later date. All participants will leave this workshop with a complimentary patch kit to continue developing their clothing repair and customization skills.
Sketch along as we study and explore a lineup of fascinating creatures, their special adaptations and more! Participants will leave these sessions with a pocket sketchbook to continue developing their skills. A selection of drawing supplies will be available (pencils, pencil crayons, markers, etc.), but you are also welcome to bring along your own sketchbook and drawing tools if you wish. Hosted @ Mindmelt Studio Arts Collective (upper level of the Downtown Mall, Sudbury). All ages, abilities and skill levels are welcomed to join in the fun! First session is Saturday, June 22nd from 10:30 AM - 12 PM.
"odd animals" sketchbook session
Participants will have a chance to explore and experiment with a wide variety of art tools and mediums in this introductory art course. Get a feel for working with graphite pencils, coloured pencils, watercolour paints, oil pastels and more.
introduction to art mediums
This beginner friendly class will introduce participants to fundamental concepts in drawing with graphite pencils, coloured pencils, ink and more. All supplies are included and registrants will receive a personal sketchbook to continue developing new skills.
fundamentals of drawing
exploring art + nature course
Using a variety of art tools, participants will observe, reflect, create and record with guidance from themes in nature. We'll be exploring beginner techniques for graphite, charcoal, coloured pencil, oil pastel, watercolour painting and natural pigments. All participants will receive a personal sketchbook for recording and testing their art experiments. This 5 week course takes place in Sudbury, ON @ Minnow Lake Place. Sessions for both adults and children are available. Visit the City of Greater Sudbury website to register, or call 311 for more information.
kid's art explorers
A fun and exploratory class for budding artists! Participants will discover all kinds of art mediums, projects and techniques with guidance from a professional artist and art educator. Pencils, paper, paint, pigments, pastels and more - there are no limits to what we’ll create! All supplies are included and registrants will receive a personal sketchbook to continue developing new skills.
Participants will explore different floral and botanical art projects week-to-week. Discover new techniques and try all kinds of art mediums in a supportive and beginner friendly environment. All supplies are included, and registrants will receive a personal sketchbook to continue developing new skills.
floral and botanical art
