May 2019 update
Classes are now over until the end of September. If you are already a student at my home studio, then your spot is yours until you give it up. If you are not and would like to be, let me know and I'll put your name on a wait list.
I'll be offering two beginner weekend workshops at U Vic in the fall. October 4 - 6, and 25 - 27. Then a one day mini paintings course on December 9th. Registration will be through U Vic Continuing studies and opens mid-August.
I'll be offering two beginner weekend workshops at U Vic in the fall. October 4 - 6, and 25 - 27. Then a one day mini paintings course on December 9th. Registration will be through U Vic Continuing studies and opens mid-August.
January 2019 update
UPCOMING:
The promised open house will happen Saturday March 2nd from 2 - 7 pm. I'll have paintings from last summer's prairie adventures, mandalas inspired by memory and landscapes, and possibly some from my European trip too. I look forward to great conversations and some sales too...
WINTER CLASSES
UVic Beginners watercolour weekend. January 25, 26 and 27, 2019. FULL
NEW SECTION: UVic Beginners watercolour weekend. February 8, 9, and 10, 2019. NOW FULL
STUDIO classes are now full. However, let me know if you would like to be waitlisted as not everyone has paid, so there may be some withdrawals. (Hint: please pay or let me know how you will pay to be sure to hold your spot)
Tuesdays 12:30 - 3:30 pm January 29 - April 2
Wednesdays 10 am - 1 pm January 30 - April 3
NEW! Thursdays 10 am - 1 pm January 31 - April 4
That's it. A quick wish for a wonderful 2019.
The promised open house will happen Saturday March 2nd from 2 - 7 pm. I'll have paintings from last summer's prairie adventures, mandalas inspired by memory and landscapes, and possibly some from my European trip too. I look forward to great conversations and some sales too...
WINTER CLASSES
UVic Beginners watercolour weekend. January 25, 26 and 27, 2019. FULL
NEW SECTION: UVic Beginners watercolour weekend. February 8, 9, and 10, 2019. NOW FULL
STUDIO classes are now full. However, let me know if you would like to be waitlisted as not everyone has paid, so there may be some withdrawals. (Hint: please pay or let me know how you will pay to be sure to hold your spot)
Tuesdays 12:30 - 3:30 pm January 29 - April 2
Wednesdays 10 am - 1 pm January 30 - April 3
NEW! Thursdays 10 am - 1 pm January 31 - April 4
That's it. A quick wish for a wonderful 2019.
September 2017 update
Joanne Thomson's September 2017 Newsletter
I want to thank everyone who has supported me at the markets this summer. It has been an adventure- some better than others, and overall a good experience with friendly people, and cooperative weather. The volunteers at the HCP Art and Music in the Gardens get the biggest shout out! They were wonderful.
There is still some room in the Wednesday evening classes at my home studio. Let me know if you are interested. Times and price below.
Salish Sea Summer Art Camp August 15 - 18, 2017 on Mayne Island was a blast- great people, great location, great learning. No dates yet for next summer but let us know if you are interested. Salish Sea Summer Art Camp. I put some photographs up.
AND a big thank-you to Frannie for being my first customer at my on line store!
Shows and Markets
September 2-4, Saanich Fall Fair
October 7- Peninsula Market at the Fairgrounds.
Coming in January a big solo show at the Martin Bachelor Gallery- WILD ANTICIPATION- have a look at the website. Updates on the site and in this newsletter too.
FALL CLASSES:
Watercolour painting for Everyone- don’t be shy, the more experienced painters are friendly and always learn from beginners as you will learn from them. PS it is time to send me your cheques (post dated to first day of class) so that I know you are committed.
STILL ROOM- Wednesday evenings- 7 – 9:30 pm, Sept 27 – Dec 13, 12 weeks, 30 hours, $300.00 Class size limit 5. Let me know if you are interested. I have two names and will run it with a minimum of 4.
FULL- Tuesday’s Sept 26- Dec 12 from 1 – 4 pm, 12 weeks, 36 hours. $360.00 Class size limit 5.
FULL- Wednesday mornings Sept 27 – Dec 13 from 0930 – 1230 12 weeks, 36 hours, $360.00
At UVIC
I have scheduled weekend workshops at UVic (Beginners September 29, 30, Oct 1 and
Not Quite a Beginner watercolour workshop November 17, 18 and 19.
Just follow the links to register.
Juan de Fuca 55+
October 14 and 21st I’ll be offering 2 separate workshops on pebbles.
Campbell River Recreation,
Creating Illusions Watercolour workshop Saturday December 2 with Parks and Recreation.
As always email me if you want more information about any of the above. joannedthomson@shaw.ca
Where to find my artcards
My art cards are for sale at South Shore Gallery in Sooke, at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria gift shop, Sooke Regional Museum, Alcove Living in Qualicum Beach, The Tea Emporium on Saanich Road, Goldstream Nature House, Chemanus Theatre Gallery, and South Hollow Gallery in Courtenay.
Joanne
I want to thank everyone who has supported me at the markets this summer. It has been an adventure- some better than others, and overall a good experience with friendly people, and cooperative weather. The volunteers at the HCP Art and Music in the Gardens get the biggest shout out! They were wonderful.
There is still some room in the Wednesday evening classes at my home studio. Let me know if you are interested. Times and price below.
Salish Sea Summer Art Camp August 15 - 18, 2017 on Mayne Island was a blast- great people, great location, great learning. No dates yet for next summer but let us know if you are interested. Salish Sea Summer Art Camp. I put some photographs up.
AND a big thank-you to Frannie for being my first customer at my on line store!
Shows and Markets
September 2-4, Saanich Fall Fair
October 7- Peninsula Market at the Fairgrounds.
Coming in January a big solo show at the Martin Bachelor Gallery- WILD ANTICIPATION- have a look at the website. Updates on the site and in this newsletter too.
FALL CLASSES:
Watercolour painting for Everyone- don’t be shy, the more experienced painters are friendly and always learn from beginners as you will learn from them. PS it is time to send me your cheques (post dated to first day of class) so that I know you are committed.
STILL ROOM- Wednesday evenings- 7 – 9:30 pm, Sept 27 – Dec 13, 12 weeks, 30 hours, $300.00 Class size limit 5. Let me know if you are interested. I have two names and will run it with a minimum of 4.
FULL- Tuesday’s Sept 26- Dec 12 from 1 – 4 pm, 12 weeks, 36 hours. $360.00 Class size limit 5.
FULL- Wednesday mornings Sept 27 – Dec 13 from 0930 – 1230 12 weeks, 36 hours, $360.00
At UVIC
I have scheduled weekend workshops at UVic (Beginners September 29, 30, Oct 1 and
Not Quite a Beginner watercolour workshop November 17, 18 and 19.
Just follow the links to register.
Juan de Fuca 55+
October 14 and 21st I’ll be offering 2 separate workshops on pebbles.
Campbell River Recreation,
Creating Illusions Watercolour workshop Saturday December 2 with Parks and Recreation.
As always email me if you want more information about any of the above. joannedthomson@shaw.ca
Where to find my artcards
My art cards are for sale at South Shore Gallery in Sooke, at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria gift shop, Sooke Regional Museum, Alcove Living in Qualicum Beach, The Tea Emporium on Saanich Road, Goldstream Nature House, Chemanus Theatre Gallery, and South Hollow Gallery in Courtenay.
Joanne
Another May update:
FALL CLASSES:
Studio classes will start again in September.
Tuesday’s Sept 26- Dec 12 from 1 – 4 pm, 12 weeks, 36 hours. $360.00 Class size limit 5.
Wednesday’s Sept 27 – Dec 13 from 0930 – 1230 12 weeks, 36 hours, $360.00
NEW Wednesday evenings 7 – 9:30 pm, Sept 27 – Dec 13, 12 weeks, 30 hours, $300.00 Class size limit 5.
I have scheduled weekend workshops at
UVic (Beginners September 28, 29, 30 and Not Quite a Beginner watercolour workshop November 17, 18 and 19. I’ll put the link for signing up in the August or September newsletter- as soon as I get it, or keep an eye on UVic Continuing studies.
Juan de Fuca 55+ October 14 and 21st I’ll be offering 2 separate workshops on pebbles.
May 2017 update:
Apologies, it looks like I haven't updated this for awhile. There is only one class offering before September, well other than ones at special locations, it is on June 18th- Solstice Labyrinths- Sunday 1-5 pm at my home studio. Let me know if you'd like to join it. Limited to 5 students.
I'll be offering workshops in September with UVic Continuing Studies, in October at Juan de Fuca 55 +, and at my home studio. Information comes out in my monthly newsletters. Let me know if you want to be on the list, or sign up from my contact page.
j
I'll be offering workshops in September with UVic Continuing Studies, in October at Juan de Fuca 55 +, and at my home studio. Information comes out in my monthly newsletters. Let me know if you want to be on the list, or sign up from my contact page.
j
January 2017 update
REGISTER NOW FOR 2017 WINTER CLASSES:
I’ll be offering two sets of studio classes starting in January. NOW is the time to reserve your spot by sending me a cheque for your registration amount (or e-transfer).
January 10 - March 28 on Tuesdays 1-4 space for 2 new beginners.
January 11 - March 29 on Wednesdays 9:30- 12:30 FULL
The sessions are 12 weeks long and cost $300.00 for 36 hours of instruction. Tea and cookies included!
UVIC Beginners watercolour weekend Workshop: January 27, 28. And 29.
The new registration information is at https://continuingstudies.uvic.ca/arts/courses/watercolour-for-beginners-workshop
NEW at Cordova Bay 55 + are a couple of Saturday Watercolour workshops.
January 21st- washes, washes, washes, all kinds of washes and
March 11th – Textures and more textures.
Both 10 – 4pm and $45.00. You must be a member of CB55+ to attend. Suitable for painters of all levels. Call to register 250-658-5558 or visit http://cordovabay55plus.org
Juan de Fuca 55 + NEW will also be offering a couple of Saturday experiments in watercolour workshops. Right now there is room for the March 4th session $50.00, 10 – 4 pm. If you are interested let me know and I’ll forward your name along to the registrar.
As always email me if you want more information about any of the above. joannedthomson@shaw.ca
Joanne
I’ll be offering two sets of studio classes starting in January. NOW is the time to reserve your spot by sending me a cheque for your registration amount (or e-transfer).
January 10 - March 28 on Tuesdays 1-4 space for 2 new beginners.
January 11 - March 29 on Wednesdays 9:30- 12:30 FULL
The sessions are 12 weeks long and cost $300.00 for 36 hours of instruction. Tea and cookies included!
UVIC Beginners watercolour weekend Workshop: January 27, 28. And 29.
The new registration information is at https://continuingstudies.uvic.ca/arts/courses/watercolour-for-beginners-workshop
NEW at Cordova Bay 55 + are a couple of Saturday Watercolour workshops.
January 21st- washes, washes, washes, all kinds of washes and
March 11th – Textures and more textures.
Both 10 – 4pm and $45.00. You must be a member of CB55+ to attend. Suitable for painters of all levels. Call to register 250-658-5558 or visit http://cordovabay55plus.org
Juan de Fuca 55 + NEW will also be offering a couple of Saturday experiments in watercolour workshops. Right now there is room for the March 4th session $50.00, 10 – 4 pm. If you are interested let me know and I’ll forward your name along to the registrar.
As always email me if you want more information about any of the above. joannedthomson@shaw.ca
Joanne
October 2016 Newsletter
FALL CLASSES:
Studio classes are now FULL.
CANCELLED: Tuesdays 12:30 to 4:00 pm from October 4 – November 22–THIS SESSION WILL NOT HAPPEN. I broke my left wrist on Sept 10 and so couldn’t teach my weekend at UVic, so the numbers (and frankly my energy), just don’t support it. Sorry to disappoint those of you who expressed interest. If you are still interested, let me now and I’ll put you on a list for future classes.
At Cordova Bay 55+ There will be three sessions this fall. The last Monday of the month 1:30 – 4- open first to members of the CB55+ art club.
UVIC and RRU Classes: Please register for these with the links below. I cannot register you for these workshops.
At UVic I am offering two weekend sessions this year. The September one has been moved to the end of October.
September 23–25 the weekend Watercolour for Beginners at UVic NOTE: THIS CLASS HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 28, 29 AND 30 and there is one spot open.
November 4–6 Watercolour Painting with Purpose at UVic- this is an excellent class to come to if you need more motivation and reason to paint and want to feel passionate about what you are creating. You must have some knowledge of watercolour painting to attend this workshop though, basics will not be taught. There is still room in this course.
https://continuingstudies.uvic.ca/arts/courses/watercolour-painting-with-purpose
Art as Spiritual Practice at Royal Roads University –we have a lovely location near the lagoon for this course! Note: This is not art as religion, it is art as connection to others and to nature. I bring resources, and we look at a few videos, talk, play, draw and paint. October 21–23 weekend. There is still room in this course. Here is the link to register: https://secure.royalroads.ca/cscourses/art-as-spiritual-practice
I am starting a list for Tuesday afternoon classes in my studio for January. Let me know if this is of interest to you and I’ll add your name.
As always email me if you want more information about any of the above. joannedthomson@shaw.ca
Joanne
FALL CLASSES:
Studio classes are now FULL.
CANCELLED: Tuesdays 12:30 to 4:00 pm from October 4 – November 22–THIS SESSION WILL NOT HAPPEN. I broke my left wrist on Sept 10 and so couldn’t teach my weekend at UVic, so the numbers (and frankly my energy), just don’t support it. Sorry to disappoint those of you who expressed interest. If you are still interested, let me now and I’ll put you on a list for future classes.
At Cordova Bay 55+ There will be three sessions this fall. The last Monday of the month 1:30 – 4- open first to members of the CB55+ art club.
UVIC and RRU Classes: Please register for these with the links below. I cannot register you for these workshops.
At UVic I am offering two weekend sessions this year. The September one has been moved to the end of October.
September 23–25 the weekend Watercolour for Beginners at UVic NOTE: THIS CLASS HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 28, 29 AND 30 and there is one spot open.
November 4–6 Watercolour Painting with Purpose at UVic- this is an excellent class to come to if you need more motivation and reason to paint and want to feel passionate about what you are creating. You must have some knowledge of watercolour painting to attend this workshop though, basics will not be taught. There is still room in this course.
https://continuingstudies.uvic.ca/arts/courses/watercolour-painting-with-purpose
Art as Spiritual Practice at Royal Roads University –we have a lovely location near the lagoon for this course! Note: This is not art as religion, it is art as connection to others and to nature. I bring resources, and we look at a few videos, talk, play, draw and paint. October 21–23 weekend. There is still room in this course. Here is the link to register: https://secure.royalroads.ca/cscourses/art-as-spiritual-practice
I am starting a list for Tuesday afternoon classes in my studio for January. Let me know if this is of interest to you and I’ll add your name.
As always email me if you want more information about any of the above. joannedthomson@shaw.ca
Joanne