Art Workshops & Masterclasses

This masterclass offers an unparalleled opportunity for intermediate and advanced painters to study the art of plein air painting with award-winning artist Sam Paonessa. As a distinguished member of the Ontario Society of Artists and the Ontario Plein Air Society, Paonessa will share the sophisticated techniques that define his acclaimed body of work.

Through intensive, hands-on instruction, this session focuses on the critical skills needed for painting outdoors. Participants will engage in live demonstrations and receive personalized feedback while exploring composition, capturing the transient effects of light, and conveying atmospheric depth.

Each masterclass is set within one of Toronto’s inspiring landscapes, from dynamic urban parks to serene natural vistas. This is a chance to elevate your practice by learning to respond to the environment with immediacy and skill, guided by the expertise of a leading Canadian artist.

Master the fluid beauty of pigments in our immersive watercolour workshops, tailored for everyone from absolute beginners to seasoned artists. These sessions provide a deep dive into essential watercolour techniques, including the delicate wet-on-wet method and precision colour mixing.

For novices, we build a fearless foundation by exploring paper absorbency and transparency control. For the more experienced, this functions as a high-level painting masterclass, challenging you to manipulate light and shadow to create luminous, ethereal compositions.