Workshops and Art Classes
2025 Academy of Realist Art
Workshop Schedule
February 21-23
Portrait Painting from a Photo
September 12-14
Mastering the Art of Children’s Portraiture
October 6-10
In the studio of Velasquez — Learn to paint in the style of Spanish artist Diego Velázquez
Current student working on a Bargue drawing copy.
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Private Art Classes
My aim is to help artists develop their voices and become masterful at drawing and painting. If you are passionate about art and want to pursue your art in a more rigorous, methodical, and goal-oriented way, let’s work together.
These classes are tailored to:
students preparing an art portfolio for school, a creative job, or a tattoo apprenticeship.
art enthusiasts seeking to become a professional artist.
working artists seeking to improve specific drawing and painting skills.
Classes are available online via Zoom or in person at my studio at 44 Boston Avenue, Unit 2. As an Art Renewal Center (ARC) Associate Living Master, all my classes are ARC Approved.
Pricing
The price of classes are as follows
$85 CAD for 50 minutes
$285 CAD for 4 /1 class per week within 1 month
Payments can be made via e-transfer, PayPal, or in cash prior to the class date.
An additional 3% will be added to payments made via credit card or PayPal.
Teaching Schedule
Tuesdays & Sundays
From 9am to 8:00pm
Past Workshops
November Weekend Intensive Workshop:
Introduction to Portrait Painting
Date: Saturday, November 30 - Sunday, December 1
Time: 10am - 5pm each day
Location: 44 Boston Avenue, Unit 2, Toronto
Price: $485
Spots Available: 4
Painting Experience Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Join me for an intensive two-day workshop where we will explore the basics of oil painting from a photo and delve into the intricacies of conveying personality and expression in oil paintings. Focusing on fundamental elements like composition, proportion, and colour theory, I will demonstrate how to create lifelike skin tones and use various brush techniques in your work.
Throughout the workshop, participants will engage in technical discussions on oil painting materials and techniques, with lots of one-one-one guidance helping them toward achieving an accurate portrait. We will be using a limited colour palette called the “Zorn Palette” used by 19th century master portrait painter Anders Zorn.
The workshop will include a live demonstration, offering an insider’s look at effective techniques used to create a successful portrait. By the end of the two days, participants will gain valuable insight into timeless oil painting methods learning how to create a portrait from start to finish.
October Weekend Intensive Workshop:
Introduction to Portrait Painting
Date: Saturday, October 5 - Sunday, October 6
Time: 10am - 5pm each day
Location: 44 Boston Avenue, Unit 2, Toronto
Price: $485
Spots Available: 4
Painting Experience Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Join me for an intensive two-day workshop where we will explore the basics of oil painting from a photo and delve into the intricacies of conveying personality and expression in oil paintings. Focusing on fundamental elements like composition, proportion, and colour theory, I will demonstrate how to create lifelike skin tones and use various brush techniques in your work.
Throughout the workshop, participants will engage in technical discussions on oil painting materials and techniques, with lots of one-one-one guidance helping them toward achieving an accurate portrait. We will be using a limited colour palette called the “Zorn Palette” used by 19th century master portrait painter Anders Zorn.
The workshop will include a live demonstration, offering an insider’s look at effective techniques used to create a successful portrait. By the end of the two days, participants will gain valuable insight into timeless oil painting methods learning how to create a portrait from start to finish.
Introduction to Portrait Painting Workshop
Date: July 10 - July 11 2024
Time: 10am - 5pm each day
Location: 44 Boston Avenue, Unit 2, Toronto, ON
Price: $485
Join me for an intensive two-day workshop where we will explore the basics of oil painting from a photo and delve into the intricacies of conveying personality and expression in oil paintings. Focusing on fundamental elements like composition, proportion, and colour theory, I will demonstrate how to create lifelike skin tones and use various brush techniques in your work.
Throughout the workshop, participants will engage in technical discussions on oil painting materials and techniques, with lots of one-one-one guidance helping them toward achieving an accurate portrait. We will be using a limited colour palette called the “Zorn Palette” used by 19th century master portrait painter Anders Zorn.
The workshop will include a live demonstration, offering an insider’s look at effective techniques used to create a successful portrait. By the end of the two days, participants will gain valuable insight into timeless oil painting methods learning how to create a portrait from start to finish.
Painting demo of “The Bathing Hour” after Joaquin Sorolla.
Painting in the Studio of Sorolla Workshop
at The Academy of Realist Art
Date: Friday, May 24 - Sunday, May 26, 2024
Time: 10am - 4pm each day
Location: The Academy of Realist Art Toronto, 901 Lawrence West, Fl. 3
Price: $450
Join us for a workshop workshop where we will immerse ourselves in the vibrant world of the renowned Spanish painter Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida. Over the course of three days, we will explore Sorolla’s techniques in his learning how to capture the essence of light, colour, and impressionist brushwork in our own artwork. Through a presentation, discussions and live demonstration, participants will discover the beauty of Sorolla’s work and gain valuable insights into his artistic process. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to expand your skills and creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Painting demonstration during the workshop.
Portrait Painting from a Photo Workshop
at The Academy of Realist Art
Date: Friday, February 16 - Sunday, February 18
Time: 10am-4pm each day
Location: The Academy of Realist Art Toronto, 901 Lawrence West, Fl. 3
Price: $450
Join us for a three-day workshop, Portrait Painting From a Photo, where we will explore the unique challenges of painting from a photograph and delve into the intricacies of conveying personality and expression in oil paintings. Focusing on fundamental elements like composition, proportion, anatomy, and colour theory, guest instructor Robyn Asquini will demonstrate how to create lifelike skin tones and use various brush techniques in your work.
Throughout the workshop, participants will engage in technical discussions on oil painting materials and techniques, with daily individual critiques guiding them toward achieving an accurate portrait. We will be using a variation of the colour palette used by master portrait painter John Singer Sargent.
The workshop will include a live demonstration, offering an insider’s look at effective techniques used to create a successful portrait. By the end of the three days, participants will gain valuable insight into timeless oil painting methods and also experience the entire process of creating a portrait from start to finish.
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