Workshops/Classes

 

Regular year-round classes at the Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 47 John St. N. Arnprior

All levels   Individual help

Contact Kevin for current schedule

  613- 286-8512

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November  25th Oil Painting Workshop with Kevin Dodds – Sunset

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Description:  Learn how to paint a beautiful, colourful sunset. (image above is simply an example)

Dates:   Sat Nov 25th  –  11:00 to 4:00 or 5:00

Location: At Kevin Dodds Gallery 47 John St N Arnprior 613-286-8512 .

Cost: $100 + HST includes all supplies

Registration: Call Kevin 613-286-8512. Space is limited, so call soon to reserve your spot

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November 18th Oil Painting Workshop with Kevin Dodds – A Winter Cardinal

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Description:  Learn how to paint feathers and branches with red berries and snow. It’s not difficult!

Dates:  Sat Nov 18th or Sat Nov 25th  –  11:00 to 4:00 or 5:00

Location: At Kevin Dodds Gallery 47 John St N Arnprior 613-286-8512 .

Cost: $100 + HST includes all supplies

Registration: Call Kevin 613-286-8512. Spaces available if you call now.

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October 28 – Oil Painting Workshop with Kevin Dodds- Abandoned House in Halloween Landscape

Time and Date: Saturday, October 28 , Saturday 11:00 to 4:00

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery 47 John St N Arnprior

Instructor: Kevin Dodds

Cost: 100.00 plus HST   includes all supplies

Description: Painting a scary halloween landscape with an old abandoned house in oils. See examples below. We will explore different options in class to enhance the eerie mood of the painting: adding a full moon in the sky or a glowing light in some of the windows. The individual participants will be able to modify the painting according to their taste.

Registration: Please contact Kevin at  613-286-8512

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October 14 – Acrylic Painting Workhop with Kevin Dodds- Vibrant Fall Scene

Acrylic painting workshop with Kevin Dodds Oct. 14th 11:00 to 4:00 using palette knives and brushes

Location: At Kevin Dodds Gallery 47 John St N Arnprior 613-286-8512 .

Cost: $100 + HST includes all supplies

We will be painting this vibrant fall scene using acrylic paint and gloss gel medium. Everyone will follow me as I paint in front of the class. We will look at using a larger amount of acrylic paints to create a beautiful textured painting , cost is 100.00 plus HST.

Registration: Call Kevin 613-286-8512. Spaces available if you call now.

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Paint Night! Special End of Summer Event at the Kevin Dodds Gallery

Description:

Kevin Dodds  invites you to an exciting Paint Night: ”Summer Memories”.

With this acclaimed artist and teacher, you will spend a wonderful evening painting an enchanting ocean scene complete with a beach and sea shells. You will learn how to use acrylic mediums to create sand texture and paint ocean waves.  You will leave with your own masterpiece to proudly display. Snacks and beverages will make this evening even more fun! All supplies will be provided. The only thing you have to bring is your enthusiasm.

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St. near Sunnyside

Date and Time: Wednesday, August 30th from 6:30 to 9:30

Cost: $90 per person. All supplies ( canvas, paints, brushes etc. ) will be provided

For all levels

For more information and to register, contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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Susan Ashbrook at Kevin Dodds Gallery – Summer & Fall 2020

 Location:  Kevin Dodds Gallery: 2020 Bank Street, near Sunnyside, Ottawa
Information and Registration: [email protected]; www.susanashbrook.com;
613-833-8312

Workshops  Fee: $75

DISCOVERING ACRYLIC PAINTS AND INKS WORKSHOP
Saturday, July 15, 2020, from 12:30 to 4:00 PM

COLLAGE/MIXED MEDIA  WORKSHOP
Saturday, August 19, 1:00 to 4:00 PM

FAUX ENCAUSTIC WORKSHOP
Saturday, September 23, 1:00 to 4:00 PM

SILK SCARF WORKSHOP
Saturday, October 21, 1:00 to 4:00 PM
GLASS BALL ORNAMENT WORKSHOP
Saturday, November 18, 1:00 to 4:00 PM

 Weekly Classes

ABCs OF ACRYLIC PAINTING (Beginner)
Wednesdays, 7:00 to 9:00 PM
September 27 to November 29  (10 wks)
Fee: $150

ACRYLIC PAINTING (Intermediate)
September 26 to November 28 (10 wks)
Fee: $150

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Three Kerry Stothers Workshops at Kevin Dodds Gallery this Summer:

Instructor: Kerry Stothers
Portrait Drawing-July 8th , 9 am to 4 pm – $65
Portrait Painting-July 22-23,  9 am to 4 pm –  $120
Landscape Painting-August 12-13,
9 am to 4 pm –$120
Register: at kerrystothers.com

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Workshop with Internationally Known Artist and Teacher Kevin Dodds

Exciting Acrylic Landscape Workshop with Kevin Dodds and Rashmi Rekha

 

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Learn to paint a beautiful landscape that includes a building using both brushwork and palette knife work.

Time and Date: Sat May 27th from 11:00 to 4:00

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St. Ottawa

Cost:  $110 includes all material. Bring your own brushes if you can.

Registration: Space is limited. Please contact Kevin to register: 613-286-8512

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April Workshop with Internationally Known Artist and Teacher Kevin Dodds

Exciting Still Life Painting Workshop with Kevin Dodds and Rashmi Rekha

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Learn a faster way to paint a beautiful oil still life. In this workshop, you will start with an acrylic underpainting and will finish with an oil layer.

Time and Date: Sat April 29th from 11:00 to 4:00

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St. Ottawa

Cost:  $110 includes all material. Bring your own brushes if you can.

Registration: Space is limited. Please contact Kevin to register: 613-286-8512

April Workshops with Sheena Kalmakova at the Kevin Dodds Gallery

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St., Ottawa
Cost: $95 includes materials
To reserve: contact Sheena at [email protected]

Workshop #1 :

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Acrylic Paint Pouring
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Dates: Wed. April 12, 6 pm to 9 pm
or Thurs. April 13, 1 pm to 4 pm

 

Workshop #2:

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Date: Thursday, April 13, 6 pm to 9 pm

February 2020 Workshops with Sheena Kalmakova

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St. Ottawa
Price: $95 each, all materials included
To reserve your spot:[email protected]

Workshops:
Resin 3-D Effects: Thursday, Feb. 16, 1 pm to 4 pm
Painting with Resin: Thursday, Feb. 16, 6 pm to 9 pm
Painting with Isopropyl: Friday, Feb. 17, 1 pm to 4 pm
Acrylic Paint Pouring: Friday, Feb. 17, 6 pm to 9 pm
Mirror Effects: Sat, Feb. 18, 1 pm to 4 pm

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Winter Programs at Kevin Dodds Gallery

2020 Bank Street (at Sunnyside), Ottawa Ontario

ABCs of Acrylic Painting (Level 1)

Tuesdays, 7:00 to 9:00 PM

Jan 24 to Mar 28 (10 wks)

Fee:  $145
Information and Registration: [email protected], 613-833-8312

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If you’ve always wanted to paint then this course is for you! You will learn about the wonderfully versatile acrylic paint, ‘tools of the trade’ and a variety of painting techniques. You will also learn how colour, value, composition and perspective can improve your paintings. Each week will consist of a brief lesson and then students will work on their own paintings with individual help. At the end of the course students will be able to mix colours, apply glazes, understand values, foundation composition and perspective. They will be comfortable starting and completing a painting on their own, and will complete several during the program. A materials list will be provided at registration.

DEF’s of Acrylic Painting (Level 2)
Mondays, 7:00 to 9:00 PM

Jan 16 to Mar 27 (10 wks) No class on February 20

Fee:  $145
Information and Registration: [email protected], 613-833-8312

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Students in this course will move beyond the basics of Level 1 and explore more advanced skills and techniques as well as their own creative abilities. Each week will consist of a brief lesson and then students will work on their own works of art. Students will have the chance to expand their colour experience by working with limited palettes; working on coloured backgrounds; painting from still life and more. Those with a basic understanding of colour theory, composition and perspective are welcome. Students should bring their usual painting supplies, a canvas and photos to work from to the first class. A list of suggested materials is available upon request.

January 2020 Workshop : Canadian Sunset – Acrylic Painting Workshop

 

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Instructor: Rashmi Rekha and Kevin Dodds

Location(s): Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St. Ottawa

 Date:  Saturday, January 21, 2020

 Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Fee:  $95  (art material will be provided including paint, canvas and brush)

Learn to express yourself freely with impressionism using loose brush strokes and a ‘cacophony’ of colours. The above photo is for this post only since various photos are being considered as reference photos for the workshop.

Register soon since space is limited.

For information or to register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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Four Exciting January Acrylic Workshop with Sheena Kalmakova.

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St. Ottawa
Cost: $95 materials included

Painting with Resin Creating Strong Abstract Paintings Acrylic Paint Pouring Resin 3D Effects

-Painting with Resin : Wed. Jan 25th, 6 pm to 9 pm
-Resin 3-D Effect: Thursday Jan. 26th, 6 pm to 9 pm
-Acrylic Paint Pouring: Friday Jan 27th, 6 pm to 9 pm
-Creating Strong Abstract Paintings: Sat. Jan 28th,3 pm to 6 pm

Reserve your spot at: [email protected]

 FALL 2020 CLASSES AT THE KEVIN DODDS GALLERY

KEVIN’S WEEKLY CLASSES:

  • Tuesday: 2 hours between 11:00 to 2:00

  • Cost:       $39

  • Description:   Students work on their own painting of their choice. Individual instruction is provided as painting is produced.

  • To register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

Children’s classes with Graham Spaul:

  • Children aged 6 and up

  • 20$ per hour

  • Sketching with pencils and ink pens as well as painting in acrylics

  • Fall schedule : Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 or 3:00  / Mondays and Tuesdays after school from 3:30 or 4:00 till 5:00 or 5:30

To register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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Create an Old-Fashioned Christmas or Winter Scene

Special Workshop with Kevin Dodds

Date: Nov. 27, 1:00 pm to 5 pm                    kevin-xmas

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St. Ottawa

Cost: $95 All materials included

To register: contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

Paint a beautiful old-fashioned Christmas or winter scene on an antique board with internationally known artist Kevin Dodds. This class will give you the skills to paint in oils using smaller brushes to create detail in your paintings even if you are not a very experienced painter.

You will have fun creating an old fashioned scene on a rustic board . We will use antique Christmas cards from the Victorian era as ideas for your painting.

You may want to give this little painting to someone special for Christmas! So book now, space is limited

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December 2020 Workshops with Sheena Kalmakova

        December 1,  -6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Mirror Effects Workshop – $95

        December 7,  -6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Painting with Resin Workshop – $95

        December 8,  -6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Painting with Isopropyl  – $95

        December 14,  -6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Acrylic Paint Pouring Workshop – $95

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Colors of Autumn – Acrylic Painting Workshop

Upcoming November Workshop

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Colors of Autumn – Acrylic Painting Workshop

Instructor: Rashmi Rekha and Kevin Dodds

Location(s): Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St. Ottawa

Date: Sunday, November 6, 2020

Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Fee: $100 (art material will be provided including paint, canvas and brush)

Paint the brilliant colors of autumn with acrylic paint using large and loose brush strokes.

To register: contact Kevin at 613 -286-8512.

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November 2020 Workshops with Sheena Kalmakova

November 2-6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Painting with Isopropyl Painting with Resin Workshop – $95

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November 3rd, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Painting with Resin Workshop $95

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November 16th , 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Creating Strong Abstract Paintings Workshop – $75

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November 17th, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Acrylic Paint Pouring Workshop – $95

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Halloween Art Workshop for kids

Instructor: Sawsan Shorbajee
Date: October 29th
Time: 2 pm to 5 pm
Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St. near Sunnyside
Cost: $35 + HST per person
Description:
This is a fun Halloween-themed acrylic/mixed media workshop. Each participant will leave with his/her own masterpiece.

For registration, phone Kevin at 613 -286-8512.

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Fall Programs at Kevin Dodds Gallery with Susan Ashbrook
For info and registration: [email protected], 613-833-8312

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#1 ABCs of Acrylic Painting
Tuesdays, 7:00 to 9:00 PM
October 4 to Dec 6 (10 wks)
Fee: $145
If you’ve always wanted to learn to paint then this course is for you! You will learn about the wonderfully versatile acrylic paint, ‘tools of the trade’ and a variety of painting techniques. You will also learn how colour, value, composition and perspective can improve your paintings. Each week will consist of a brief lesson and then students will work on their own paintings with individual help. At the end of the course students will be able to mix colours, apply glazes, understand values, foundation composition and perspective. They will be comfortable starting and completing a painting on their own, and will complete several during the course of the program. A materials list will be provided at registration.

#2 Colour Mixing Workshop
Saturday, October 22, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Fee: $120
For many of us colour mixing can be hit and miss at the best of times, but what if I could teach you, in a single workshop, how to mix the colour you want every time? Wouldn’t you want to know what I know that makes it so easy? You will by the end of this workshop!
The workshop is based on the Split-Primary Colour Theory developed by Michael Wilcox and is suitable for all media where colour mixing is required. An extensive handout with exercises and notes is supplied so that you can refer back to it as you wish. So join me for some eye-opening fun with colour! A materials list will be provided at registration.

#3 The Fine Art of Acrylic Glazing Workshop
Saturday and Sunday, November 19 and 20, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Fee: $165
Learn this Old Master’s technique applied in the modern day medium of acrylic paint. Glazing gives the artist complete control over colour mixing… allowing for richer, more subtle colours and greater suggestion of depth and distance in a more unified painting. Enhance your painting skills with the new techniques you learn in this workshop.
Students will do a number of exercises as well as create a painting from their own resource material. This workshop is suitable for both beginners and more experienced artists. Workbook included. A materials list will be provided at registration.

# 4 Silk Scarf Workshop
Saturday, December 10, 1:00 to 2:30 PM
Fee: $65
Scarves are an accessory that enhances your outfit by adding a finishing flourish and they are back in style this year! In this workshop you will learn how to create amazing scarves in the colours you want, to go with your outfits, or as gifts… just in time for Christmas! Each participant will create two scarves. Additional scarves are available for $7 each. You will be amazed with what you can create!
All materials are supplied for this workshop, although each participant will be required to bring a microwavable baking dish or plate which will be used to create the scarf on and to set the dyes in a microwave.
Finishing time for this workshop depends on whether attendees wish to do more scarves or not, so sometimes it runs longer or alternately sometimes runs less. We work until we are done!

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Three October Workshops with Sheena Kalmakova – Evenings, 6 pm to 9 pm

#1 Mixed Media by Pebeo, Oct. 5-6th

#2 Acrylic Paint Pouring, Oct. 26

#3 Vitrail Prisme and Moon Level 2

For Registration: Contact Sheena at [email protected]

 

Mixed Media by Pébéo Workshop

 

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Instructor: Sheena Kalmakova

When: Wednesday, October 5th and Thursday, October 6th                  6 pm – 9 pm (both days)

Artwork will be left to dry overnight on Thursday, and can be picked-up the following day.

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery & Studio, 2020 Bank St, Ottawa

Fee: $95 Materials included. Students take home 3 finished pieces.

Supplies required: Students are asked to bring materials for collage, such as photos, decorative paper, and/or small objects such as feathers, beads, or trinkets. All other materials will be provided.

Workshop Description

~Perfect for beginners and experienced artists~

This workshop will open your eyes to new mixed media techniques, as well as introduce you to paints and mediums that are truly unique to Pébéo.

Pébéo’s Fantasy Paints, are oil-based alkyd colours* that self-manipulate to give a variety of effects, such as honeycomb, and hammered finishes. In this workshop, we will work with the entire Mixed Media by Pébéo program lines, including a variety of texture and effect mediums, and resins.

Interested in resins and adding the ‘glass look’ to your work, but not sure how to do it?

This workshop will demystify the process by introducing you to the different types of resin and their various applications, as well as show you techniques and tips for successful results.

We will also explore the many effects possible by combining resins, other texture mediums, and the incredibly fascinating Moon, Prisme, and Vitrail paints.

Discover the infinite possibilities of creation and learn how to incorporate these products into your own mixed media work.

**These oil-based paints are suspended in solvent.

If you have sensitivities to solvents, please contact me with any questions you may have.

Day One:

The class begins on Wednesday evening, with an introduction to the range of exciting products that Pébéo has available for mixed media artists. The attendees will prepare surfaces with acrylic paints, texture mediums, mirror effect leaf, and collage that will be left overnight to dry for the next day.

Day Two:

On Thursday evening, we will explore the spectacular properties of the self-manipulating oil-based alkyd Fantasy Paints, relief-making resin, and the glass-effect of the pouring resin. Each attendee will finish with a set of three completed projects. Artwork will be left to dry overnight, and can be picked-up the following day.

Acrylic Paint Pouring Workshop

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Instructor: Sheena Kalmakova

When: Wednesday October 26th, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

If artwork is too wet to take home, students can leave it at the gallery overnight to dry and pick it up the following day.

 Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery & Studio, 2020 Bank St, Ottawa

Fee: $95. Materials included. Students take home 2 finished pieces.

Workshop Description

In this evening workshop, we will toss aside our paintbrushes and learn the art of paint pouring! Working with fluid acrylics and mediums, students will learn a variety of paint pouring techniques and also tricks to create different effects such as texture, layers and marbling. We will explore different styles of pours, colour blending, and controlling pours with acrylic mediums. Students will practice pouring onto both canvas and wood panel to learn which surfaces to use for desired results.

All materials will be provided to create two very different paint-poured abstract pieces.

Vitrail, Prisme & Moon     Level 2 Workshop

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Instructor: Sheena Kalmakova

When: Thursday October 27th, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Artwork will be left to dry overnight, and can be picked-up the following day.

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery & Studio,  2020 Bank St, Ottawa

Fee: $80. Most materials included. Students take home 3 finished pieces.

This workshop is designed as a follow-up class to the Mixed Media by Pébéo Workshop. 

Workshop Description

Let’s take it to the next level!

In the first workshop, Mixed Media by Pébéo, you were introduced to the unique properties of the Vitrail, Prisme, and Moon paints.  In this evening workshop, we will focus-in on these paints and learn to further manipulate their properties.  We will explore new techniques, and add many more tips and tricks to your tool belt. Through the creation of three very different pieces, you will learn how these paints can produce an infinite number of possibilities for your mixed media work.

Supplies required:

Students are asked to bring a selection of Vitrail (transparent not Opale), Prisme, and Moon paints (minimum 4 colours of each), and one bottle of Lightening Medium.  All other materials will be provided.

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Palette Knife Workshop – September – with Ina Given

DATE: Sept. 17, 2020, 1-3 pm
LOCATION: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 2020 Bank St.
COST: $75 + hst…materials included
INSTRUCTORS: Ina Given
TO REGISTER: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

Palette knife your way to a rainy-day cityscape. The painting will be on a 16 x 20 canvas in acrylic paints. This class will be a fun way to learn to use a palette knife, brushes and easel to create a beautiful painting you can hang in your home.

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October Oil Painting Workshop   –  Painting Autumn Colours

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Date: Saturday, Oct. 15th

Duration: 5 hours – From 10:00 am to 3 pm

Instructors: Rashmi Rekha and Kevin Dodds

Description: 

  • Painting class using oil paints and oil medium.
  • The use of various colours and colour mixing will be explored.
  • Participants will use brushes and possibly palette knives.
  • One painting, similar to the attached photo, will be produced in this 5 hour class.
  • Two instructors allows for more individual attention

Cost:  $100  includes all supplies. Students may bring their own brushes if they have them

To register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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SEPTEMBER WORKSHOP – IMPRESSIONISTIC LANDSCAPE WITH FIGURE

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Date: Saturday, Sept. 10th

Duration: 5 hours – From 10:00 am to 3 pm

Instructors: Rashmi Rekha and Kevin Dodds

Description:  Acrylic Impressionistic Landscape Class with figure.  It will be similar to the photo above. One painting will be produced in this 5 hour class using brushes and palette knives.

Cost:  $100  includes all supplies. Students may bring their own brushes if they have them

To register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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SPECIAL DRAWING CLASS AT THE KEVIN DODDS GALLERY

My Charcoal Sketch

Date: Sat Aug 27 1:00 to 4:00
Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio. 2020 Bank St. Ottawa
Instructors: Rashmi Rekha and Kevin Dodds

Description:

This will be a special drawing class using, charcoal, conte chalk, pencils, etc. We will be working with a live model . Students will be given large sheets of paper where we will do quick sketches leading up to a more detailed drawing on watercolour type paper. We will look at folds in material, face and body structure, the effects of light on the figure etc. Some portrait work may also be looked at. Students don’t need to have a lot of previous drawing skills. It will be a great class!!!

Cost: $75 All materials included
To register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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August Mixed Media by Pébéo Workshop

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When: Wednesday August 3rd , 6:00-9:00 pm & Thursday August 4th , 6:00-9:00 pm

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery & Studio, 2020 Bank St, Ottawa
Fee: $95 All materials will be provided.

Students will take home 3 finished pieces.  This workshop is perfect for beginners and for those who have experience in mixed media and are curious about the Pébéo line of products.

Space is limited. Please email Sheena at [email protected] to reserve your spot.

Day One:
The class begins on Wednesday evening, with an
introduction to the range of exciting products that Pébéo has
available for mixed media artists. The attendees will prepare
surfaces with acrylic paints, texture mediums, mirror effect
leaf, and collage that will be left overnight to dry for the next
day.

Day Two:
On Thursday evening, we will explore the spectacular
properties of the self-manipulating oil-based alkyd Fantasy
Paints, relief-making resin, and the glass-effect of the
pouring resin. Each attendee will finish with a set of three
completed projects. Artwork will be left to dry overnight, and
can be picked-up the following day.

**Students are asked to bring materials for collage, such as photos, decorative paper, and/or small objects such as feathers, beads, or trinkets.

**These Pebeo oil-based paints are suspended in solvent.
If you have sensitivities to solvents, please contact me with any questions you may have.

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July “Acrylic Pouring” Workshop at the Kevin Dodds Gallery

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DATE: Saturday, July 23

TIME: 10 am to 3 pm
LOCATION: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 2020 Bank St.
COST: $125 + hst…materials included
INSTRUCTORS: Kevin Dodds and Rashmi Rekha

TO REGISTER: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

This will be a really fun class!  Learn how to use fairly new acrylic products on the market such as Pouring Medium and the very thin and fluid “High Flo” paints.

It will explore ways of using the new high flo acrylics as well as other types of acrylics in conjunction with various acrylic mediums, but especially the pouring medium. Students will learn how to create different effects in the pouring medium and will produce up to a couple of contemporary looking paintings. All materials will be provided and two instructors will ensure a lot of personal attention.

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Workshop for Kids: Paint the Universe with Sheena Kalmakova

 

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Instructor: Sheena Kalmakova
When: Sunday July 17th, 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery & Studio2020 Bank St, Ottawa
Fee: $40 All materials will be provided. Students will take home 2 finished pieces.

Workshop Description:
Come journey through space and explore the universe in this two-hour workshop for kids. Learn how to paint galaxies,
starscapes and the night sky with artist, Sheena Kalmakova. All skill levels welcome.

Sheena Kalmakova is a local artist and has a degree in Art Education. She has taught in the public school system and in
the community, and works with all ages and skill levels.
Space is limited, so please email Sheena at  [email protected] to reserve your spot.

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Vitrail, Prisme & Moon Level 2 Workshop

Level 2 Workshop

Instructor:  Sheena Kalmakova
When:  Wednesday July 27th, 6:00-9:00 pm
& Thursday July 28th, 6:00-9:00 pm
Location:  Kevin Dodds Gallery & Studio
2020 Bank St, Ottawa
Fee: $75. Most materials included. Students take home 3 finished pieces.

This workshop is designed as a follow-up class to the Mixed Media by Pébéo Workshop. ( See below)

Workshop Description

Let’s take it to the next level! In the first workshop, Mixed Media by Pébéo, you were introduced to the unique properties of the Vitrail, Prisme,
and Moon paints. In this evening workshop, we will focus-in on these paints and learn to further manipulate their
properties. Over the two classes, we will explore new techniques, and add many more tips and tricks to your tool
belt. Through the creation of three very different pieces, you will learn how these paints can produce an infinite number
of possibilities for your mixed media work.

Supplies required:
Students are asked to bring a selection of Vitrail, Prisme, and Moon paints (minimum 4 colours of each). All other
materials will be provided.

Supplies provided:
– Gel medium
– Modeling Paste
– Cerne Relief
– Lightening Medium
– Glitter Medium
– 16 x 20 canvases (3 per student)
– Plastic droppers
– Palette knives
– Paintbrushes
– Latex-free gloves

Space is limited. Please email Sheena at [email protected] to reserve your spot.

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July -Mixed Media by Pébéo Workshop

 

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Instructor: Sheena Kalmakova
When: Saturday July 9th, 1:00-4:00 pm
& Sunday July 10th, 1:00-4:00 pm
Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery & Studio
2020 Bank St, Ottawa
Fee: $95 All materials will be provided. Students will take home 3 finished pieces.

This workshop is perfect for beginners and for those who have experience in mixed media and are curious about the Pébéo line of products.

Workshop Description
This workshop will open your eyes to new mixed media techniques, as well as introduce you to paints and mediumsthat are truly unique to Pébéo.

Pébéo’s Fantasy Paints, are oil-based alkyd colours* that self-manipulate to give a variety of effects, such as honeycomb and hammered finishes. In this workshop, we will work with the entire Mixed Media by Pébéo program lines, including a variety of texture and effect mediums, and resins.

Interested in resins and adding the ‘glass look’ to your work,but not sure how to do it? This workshop will demystify the process by introducing you
to the different types of resin and their various applications, as well as show you techniques and tips for successfulresults.

We will also explore the many effects possible by combining resins, other texture mediums, and the incredibly fascinatingMoon, Prisme, and Vitrail paints. Discover the infinite possibilities of creation and learn how to incorporate these products into your own mixed mediawork.

**These oil-based paints are suspended in solvent.
If you have sensitivities to solvents, please contact me with any
questions you may have.

Day One:
The class begins on Saturday, with an introduction to the range of exciting products that Pébéo has available for mixed media artists. The attendees will prepare surfaces with acrylic paints, texture mediums, mirror effect leaf, and collage that will be left overnight to dry for the next day.

Day Two:
On Sunday, we will explore the spectacular properties of the self-manipulating oil-based alkyd Fantasy Paints, reliefmaking resin, and the glass-effect of the pouring resin. Each attendee will finish with a set of three completed projects. Artwork will be left to dry overnight, and can be picked-upthe following day.

**Students are asked to bring materials for collage, such as photos, decorative paper, and/or small objects such as feathers, beads, or trinkets.

Space is limited. Please email Sheena at [email protected] to reserve your spot

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June “PUPPET MAKING” WORKSHOP

DATE: Saturday and Sunday, June 25 and 26
TIME: 1 pm to 3 or 4 pm
LOCATION: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 2020 Bank St.
COST: $50 per day + hst…all materials included

Puppet making class for children or adults, or even for parent and child together ( cost for 1 student only). Each student will produce one or two puppets.
TO REGISTER: Phone Kevin at 613 -286-8512

 

June “ABSTRACTION” WORKSHOP

DATE: Saturday, June 18th
TIME: 10 am to 3 pm
LOCATION: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 2020 Bank St.
COST: $125 + hst…materials included
INSTRUCTORS: Kevin Dodds and Rashmi Rekha           abstractclasskd2

This will be a really fun class! It will cover techniques in creating a dynamic abstract painting. Artists will paint on a deep 18″x 24″ gallery wrapped canvas. We will use an array of acrylic mediums and colours to create a completed abstract painting. Cost is based on the material costs to create your masterpieces. Bring some brushes if you can.

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TO REGISTER: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

 


“Painting Water” – Art Workshop at the Kevin Dodds Gallery

Date:                                      Saturday, May 28, from 10 am to 3 pm
Location:                             Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio – 2020 Bank St. at Sunnyside

Description:                       Learn Kevin Dodds’ techniques to paint water and its various aspects: reflections, ripples, small waves.

Cost:                                       $100 – includes all supplies except brushes: oil paint (if you prefer acrylic, simply let Kevin know

                                                 when you register), canvas, medium

To register or for more information: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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Margaret Ferraro Art Workshop

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Introduction to Pastel Sat. April 9 and Sun. April 10, 10-4
at Kevin Dodds Art Gallery, 2020 Bank St. (near Sunnyside) Ottawa
for more information, contact Margaret at
[email protected] or 613 839-5241

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April Mask Making Workshop at the Kevin Dodds Gallery

WITH ELISABETH ARBUCKLE

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This workshop presents a brief history of mask making and the practical building of a plaster mask. The objective is to introduce a new medium, to plan, prepare and complete a final finished decorative mask. Maximum number of participants 10.

Preparation and background
1. This is an introductory mask making class for beginners and/or more advanced artists.
2. There will be two 5 – hour sessions (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
3. Specialist materials will be provided

Session One: Intro, demonstration, planning, prepping and making the mask. Exploring ideas and materials for development of the mask.

Materials: Plaster strip, scissors, water containers.

You will be asked to bring along a pencil and paper for planning and developing ideas
An apron to protect your clothing, the work can be messy
Any reference or inspirational material

Session Two: Developing the mask through paint and/or mixed media

Materials: Gesso, Acrylic paints, mixed media

An apron to protect your clothing, the work can be messy

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April Workshop with Rashmi Rekha at the Kevin Dodds Gallery
Impressionist Style Ottawa Tulips in Acrylic

Date: Saturday, April 30
Time: from 10 am to 3pm
Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio – 2020 Bank St., near Sunnyside, Ottawa
Cost: $100 + HST– All supplies except brushes will be supplied

Description:

This is a one day workshop with well-known Ottawa painter Rashmi Rekha.
– Learn how to paint an impressionistic tulip painting with or without a background, creating beautiful colourful loose effects in acrylic paint.
Learn to express yourself freely with impressionism.
Learn how a ‘cacophony’ of colour, carefully balanced, gives excitement and originality. It’s not about creating ‘real’ but being adventurous in your form.

You can choose your level as per the photos: very loose, more details and a little background,, a much more detailed background.

Just in time for springtime, paint colourful tulips along the Rideau Canal.
Register soon since space is limited.

For information or to register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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One-Day April Workshop with Kevin Dodds

Painting Elements of Nature- rocks, trees, grass etc.

Take your landscape paintings to a higher level!

Date: Saturday, April 16

Time: from 10 am to 3 pm  with a short break for lunch

Location:  Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio – 2020 Bank St., near Sunnyside, Ottawa2-trees_kd-workshop

Cost: $100 + HST– All  supplies except brushes will be supplied: 2 canvases, oil paint ( or acrylic if you prefer, but mention this when you register).

Description:

This is a one day workshop with internationally known artist Kevin Dodds.  It will cover how to paint birch trees, pine trees, textured rocks, grass and even weathered barn wood. Kevin will be working in oil, but you can use acrylics if you prefer.  Participants will be provided with two canvases and instead of rushing to complete one full painting, the class will produce several  vignettes in order to really concentrate on how to paint these various natural elements.

Register soon since space is limited.

For information or to register:  Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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January 2020 Workshop With Kevin Dodds ***New Dates

Painting a Textured Winter Scene– A two-day acrylic and palette knife painting workshop with Kevin Dodds

Dates: Saturday, 9 January and Sunday, 10January, from 10am to 3:00pm

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 2020 Bank St. at Sunnyside

Cost: $150 plus HST – This includes all supplies: canvas and acrylics paints. Bring your own brushes…and your lunch!

Description: This workshop will teach you how to paint a wonderful impressionist style winter painting with lots of texture and full of light. It will also help you master the use of the palette knife.

To register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512 (cell) or 613 695-6900 (gallery)

Reference photos for the workshop : we will combine elements from the two photos below.

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November 2020 WORKSHOP: Mixed Media by Pebeo

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Mixed Media Workshop at Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St.

Workshop: Mixed Media by Pébéo
Instructor: Sheena Kalmakova

When: Saturday Nov 21st 1-4 pm & Sunday Nov 22nd 1-4 pm
Where: Kevin Dodds Gallery & Studio, 2020 Bank St, Ottawa

Uncover the magic of Pébéo Fantasy paints and journey into the world of Mixed Media, like never before!

This two day workshop will open your eyes to new mixed media techniques, and introduce you to paints and mediums that are truly unique. We will work with resins, a variety of texture and effect mediums, and Pébéo’s Fantasy Paints, which are oil-based alkyd colours that self-manipulate to give a variety of effects, such as honeycomb, and hammered finishes. Discover the infinite possibilities of creation and learn how to incorporate these products into your own mixed media work!

Space is limited. Contact Sheena Kalmakova to guarantee your spot at [email protected].

Course length: 6 hours (3 hours each day)
Course fee: $60
Students will be given a list of supplies to bring to class.

Please contact Sheena for product list and any questions you may have.

SEPTEMBER 2020 WORKSHOP: MASTERING COLOUR

Select Fine Art Materials in association with the Kevin Dodds Gallery Presents:

 

Workshop:                 “Mastering Colour” with Christopher James

Date and Time:         September 18 and 25  from 10 am until 4 pm

Location:                    Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 2020 Bank St. Ottawa

Cost:                           $150 + tax, Materials are included

 

The workshop is 12 hrs in length and will be held on two consecutive Fridays, 6 hrs per day.

Mastering Colour will introduce you to the three dimensions of colour: hue, value and saturation.

This is a class about colour harmony and colour mixing. Students will work with a high-key minimal palette and learn how to use four colours, plus white, to mix a full range of colours.

Manipulating each aspect of color can be a daunting task but this workshop will give you the tools to accomplish this and not lose sight of your painting. By understanding how to mix your colors you will be able to create a greater sense of light. So, rather than representing white as light you will learn to see how to make color represent light.

 To register or for more information:

Register by email: [email protected]

Text: 613.355.9503

or register in person at the Kevin Dodds Gallery

JUNE WORKSHOP: INTRODUCTION TO PASTEL WITH MARGARET FERRARO

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WORKSHOP:  Introduction to Pastel with Margaret Ferraro

DATES: Sat. Jun. 13 and Sun. Jun 14, 10 am. – 4 pm.

LOCATION: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio 2020 Bank St. at Sunnyside

DESCRIPTION:

This workshop introduces the novice to many applications techniques using pastel, while we study these techniques in works from all over the world. We do a little colour theory, more technique in terms of layering, working dark to light, talk about edges, composing, observation of others’ artwork. The student will leave this 2 day workshop with a healthy beginning to their pastel  experience that will allow them to work on their own. 

 COST:   $160.00 + hst.

TO REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Margaret at [email protected] or phone 613-839-5241

March Oil Painting Workshop with Kevin Dodds

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Painting an Impressionist Style  Painting– A two-day oil painting workshop with Kevin Dodds

Dates: Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29, from 10am to 3:00pm

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 2020 Bank St. at Sunnyside

Cost: $150 – This includes all supplies: canvas and oil paints. Bring your own brushes.

Description: This workshop will teach you how to paint a wonderful impressionist style oil painting with lots of texture.

To register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512 (cell) or 613 695-6900 (gallery)

Kevin Dodds at the Maple Run Studio Tour – Pakenham General Store

March 21-22, 2020

Kevin will will be participating in the 13th Annual Maple Run Studio Tour, on March 21-22. He will be at the Pakenham General Store, 2524 County Road 29, from 10 am to 5 pm. Brochures and maps can be obtained at the Pakenham General Store.

For more information, consult the Maple Run Studio Tour website

 

Oil Painting Workshop with Kevin Dodds – January 2020

 

Painting a Seascape– A two-day oil painting workshop with Kevin Dodds

Dates: Saturday, January 24 and Sunday, January 25, from 10am to 3:00pm

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 2020 Bank St. at Sunnyside

Cost: $150 – This includes all supplies: canvas and oil paints. Bring your own brushes.

Description: This workshop will teach you how to paint a wonderful seascape (similar to the one pictured above) with ocean, waves and a sailboat!

To register: Contact Kevin at 613-286-8512 (cell) or 613 695-6900 (gallery)

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Special Painting Workshop in September

Painting a Monet Garden – A two-day acrylic workshop with Kevin Dodds

Dates: Friday, September 12 and Friday, September 19th from 10 to 3:00

Location: Kevin Dodds Gallery and Studio, 2020 Bank St. at Sunnyside

Cost: $145 – This includes all supplies: canvas, paints and acrylic mediums. Bring your own brushes.

This will be a combination of palette knife and brush painting to produce a wonderful colourful garden painting. We will focus on the use of light and colour found in Monet’s paintings. We will also take a look at some examples of his work and discuss how he created his many beautiful masterpieces.

Parking is available on the side streets. Bring your lunch!

To register: Contact Kevin at 613 -286-8512

 

New!!! Monday Evening Classes with Kevin Dodds at 2020 Bank St.

 

Starting August 25th, from 6 to 9 pm.

Work on the project of your choice: bring your own photos  of something you want to try to paint. The more pictures the better. Please bring all your art supplies and canvas.

Cost: $39

Weekly Classes with Kevin Dodds at 2020 Bank St.

Tuesday: 11:30 – 3:00

Wednesday: 11:30 – 3:00

Cost: $39

Same approach as the evening classes above

Weekly Classes with Sawsan Shorbajee – Children and Adults

Tuesdays and Thursdays, after school

Saturdays

At the Kevin Dodds Gallery, 2020 Bank St.

 Painting classes at the Arnprior Gallery With Kevin Dodds

Thursdays 1 pm – 4 pm
Saturdays 1 pm – 4 pm.

To register for weekly classes, contact Kevin at 613-286-8512

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