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Life Drawing at the Creativity Room

Step into the rich tradition of life drawing at the Creativity Room, a space where observation meets artistry. Hosted once a month, these sessions invite you to slow down, connect with the human form, and express it through your unique perspective.

Each session features a live model, offering an inspiring focus for your work, whether you’re exploring gesture, form, or detail.

What’s provided:

  • All art supplies, so you can dive straight in

  • Wine and crackers to enjoy as you create

  • A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere for artists of all levels

Whether you’re a seasoned artist honing your craft or simply curious about this age-old practice, you’ll find a supportive and creative environment to grow.

When: Monthly on Friday evenings, 6 PM
Where: The Creativity Room, Thames
Cost: $25 per session

Come and experience the beauty of drawing from life – a practice as rewarding as it is timeless.

Intermediate Watercolour Class

Discover the endless possibilities of watercolour painting in this weekly class designed for those with a foundational understanding of the medium. Each month, we explore a new theme, alternating between observational painting, studying the techniques of past and contemporary masters, and drawing inspiration from some of my own work.

What to expect:

  • A new artistic theme every month to keep things fresh and inspiring

  • Sessions tailored to deepen your skills in composition, color, and technique

  • Supportive guidance and a chance to explore your unique artistic voice

This class is ideal for those who are confident with basic watercolour techniques and eager to take their practice to the next level. Whether refining your brushwork or experimenting with new approaches, you’ll find each session both challenging and rewarding.

When: Weekly on wednesdays, 12.30 to 2.30pm
Where: The Creativity Room, Thames
Cost: $25 per session or $75 per month

Join us to immerse yourself in the beauty of watercolour and grow as an artist in a welcoming, creative environment.

Workshops Coming up

Current Classes

Join our Weekly Watercolor Studies every Wednesday, where a group of passionate intermediate artists comes together to explore the endless possibilities of watercolor. Guided by Laurie Spera, this session dives deeper into advanced techniques such as wet-on-wet blending, color layering, and mastering light and shadow to create stunning compositions. Each week, we focus on a different subject, from serene landscapes to expressive florals, encouraging experimentation and personal expression. It's a supportive and inspiring environment for those looking to refine their skills, share ideas, and push their creative boundaries with watercolor.

Weekly Watercolor Studies

Next Term Classes

Sketching Class

Discover the joy of sketching outdoors with our 8-week course starting on Thursday, October 24th, from 6 to 7 pm. This course is designed to help artists of all levels develop essential sketching skills and then apply them in real-world settings. The first few sessions will be held in the classroom, where you'll learn foundational techniques in charcoal, pastel, watercolor, and ink, focusing on aspects like light, shadow, perspective, and color theory. From Week 4 onward, weather allowing, we will venture outdoors to sketch a variety of inspiring local scenes, from urban landscapes to natural settings, honing your ability to capture the world around you. Whether you're new to sketching or looking to deepen your practice, this course offers a supportive environment to explore and grow.

Key Details:

  • Dates: Thursdays, October 24th to December 12th

  • Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

  • Location: The Creativity Room, Thames (first three sessions); various outdoor locations afterward.

  • Price: 120 per person.

  • All Materials Provided

Join us and bring your sketchbook to life in the great outdoors!