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PAINT LIKE AN ARTIST ACRYLIC ART PARTY
WATERCOLOR LESSONS - BEGINNERS
WATERCOLOR LESSONS - EXPERIENCED
PRIVATE LESSONS
WORKSHOPS
WATERCOLOR PAINT NIGHTS & PAINT AFTERNOONS
ACRYLIC PAINT NIGHTS & PAINT AFTERNOONS
I love to share my Love of Painting with everyone from beginners to experienced artists. With my years of experience and studying with world renowned Watercolor & Acrylic Artists I have much to share in these classes and workshops.
Please check back regularly for New Dates & Classes. Let me know if you have any requests.
Private Lessons are also available upon request.
For more info or if you have any questions please Fill out the Form at the bottom of this page
* To REGISTER for any Class - E-TRANSFER PAYMENT to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com (include your Email Address, class & date you are attending)
Policies & Release and Waiver of Liability below
WATERCOLOR WEEKLY LESSONS
Beginner Watercolor Lessons MORNINGS
JANUARY 8 - FEBRUARY 5
5 weeks / wednesday MORNINGS 3 hrs ea 10 AM - 1 Pm
In this weekly class we will cover all you need to know about Watercolor in a step-by-step process, even if you’ve never picked up a brush before. The Classes are held in my home studio In a relaxed inviting atmosphere. You will learn about the different types of paper, brushes, paints, watercolor techniques such as wash, wet into wet, dry brush, how to use water and pigment to create beautiful watercolor paintings. You will learn how to Loosen Up and Let it Flow with water and pigment. Awaken the artist within and gain skills in this fun, informative class! Lots of individual attention.
$460 (includes supplies)
Art supplies also For Sale in the Studio
Maximum 10
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(** Note in the message - your Email address, Date & Event you are attending - Mornings or Evenings)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
Policies, Release and Waiver of Liability below
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Beginner Watercolor LessonS EVENINGS
DATES TO BE DETERMINED
5 weeks / wednesday EVENINGS 3 hrs ea 6:30 PM - 9:30 pm
In this weekly class we will cover all you need to know about Watercolour in a step-by-step process, even if you’ve never picked up a brush before. The Classes are held in my home studio In a relaxed inviting atmosphere. You will learn about the different types of paper, brushes, paints, watercolour techniques such as wash, wet into wet, dry brush, how to use water and pigment to create beautiful watercolour paintings. You will learn how to Loosen Up and Let it Flow with water and pigment. Awaken the artist within and gain skills in this fun, informative class! Lots of individual attention.
$460 (includes supplies)
Many paint supplies are For Sale in the Studio also
Maximum 10
TO REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(** Note in the message - your Email Address, Date & Event you are attending - Mornings or Evenings)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
Policies, Release and Waiver of Liability below
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Beginner Watercolor LessonS Sundays
DATES TO BE DETERMINED
2 DAYS - 10 AM - 4:00 pm
In this 2 day session, we will cover all you need to know about Watercolour in a step-by-step process, even if you’ve never picked up a brush before. The Classes are held in my home studio In a relaxed inviting atmosphere. You will learn about the different types of paper, brushes, paints, watercolour techniques such as wash, wet into wet, dry brush, how to use water and pigment to create beautiful watercolour paintings. You will learn how to Loosen Up and Let it Flow with water and pigment. Awaken the artist within and gain skills in this fun, informative class! Lots of individual attention.
$460 (includes supplies)
Many paint supplies are For Sale in the Studio also
Maximum 10
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(** Note in the message - your Email address, Date & Event you are attending)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
Policies, Release and Waiver of Liability below
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INTERMEDIATE EXPERIENCED Watercolor Lessons MORNINGS
JANUARY 9 - FEBRUARY 6
5 WEEKS / THURSDAY MORNINGS 3 hrs ea 10 AM - 1 Pm
This weekly class is open to those with previous watercolor painting experience.
Learn to Let Go & Let the Pigment Flow. Build on your experience, and skills and learn new Wild & Loose techniques.
Intermediate lessons aim to help you further develop your watercolor painting skills and explore more advanced techniques and concepts. You'll continue to practice and learn to work with - not fight with water and pigment. You'll refine your wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry painting techniques. We will cover Layering and Glazing, Composition, Brushwork/Brush Control, Negative Painting, Special Effects and more.
Intermediate lessons provide you with a solid foundation to continue your journey, explore more advanced watercolour techniques and develop your personal style.
You will continue to learn how to Loosen Up and Let it Flow with water and pigment.
The classes are held in a relaxing environment in my home studio
$368 (bring your own supplies)
Art supplies are For Sale in the Studio also
Maximum 10
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(** Note in the message - your Email address, Date & Event you are attending - Mornings or Evenings)
** STUDIO ADDRESS will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
Sample List of Art Supplies below
Policies, Release and Waiver of Liability below
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INTERMEDIATE EXPERIENCED Watercolor Lessons evenings
JANUARY 9 - FEBRUARY 6, 2025
5 WEEKS / THURSDAY evenings 3 hrs ea 6:30 Pm - 9:30 pm
This weekly class is open to those with previous watercolour painting experience.
Learn to Let Go & Let the Pigment Flow. Build on your experience, and skills and learn new Wild & Loose techniques.
Intermediate lessons aim to help you further develop your watercolour painting skills and explore more advanced techniques and concepts. You'll continue to practice and learn to work with - not fight with water and pigment. You'll refine your wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry painting techniques. We will cover Layering and Glazing, Composition, Brushwork/Brush Control, Negative Painting, Special Effects and more.
Intermediate lessons provide you with a solid foundation to continue your journey, explore more advanced watercolour techniques and develop your personal style.
You will continue to learn how to Loosen Up and Let it Flow with water and pigment.
The classes are held in a relaxing environment in my home studio
$368 (bring your own supplies)
Art supplies are For Sale in the Studio
Maximum 10
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(** Note in the message - your Email address, Date & Event you are attending - Mornings or Evenings)
** STUDIO ADDRESS will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
Policies, Release and Waiver of Liability below
Sample List of Art Supplies to be bring to Lessons
2 containers for water - sour cream container size
Palette for paints
Kleenex
Paper towels - Blue Shop towels
Spray spray bottle for water
Green painters tape
Board to tape piece of paper to (corrugated board)
HB Pencil, kneaded eraser
Paint - Professional Artist grade paint in tubes - Daniel Smith, Holbein or Windsor Newton. 5 ml or 15 ml
- 5 colours to start with - Ultra Marine Blue, Auerolin yellow, Sap Green, Alizarin Crimson, Burnt Umber
Also another shade of blue, pinks, yellow, green. And any colours of your choice.
Paper - full size sheets of Fabriano Artistico 140 lb cold press watercolor paper. 100 % cotton 22 x 30 in
or Fabriano Artistic Block or Arches pad - 100 % cotton - 140 lb
Brushes - Synthetic Watercolour Brushes
3/4 inch flat, number 12, 14 round, mop brush
WATERCOLOR PAINT PARTIES
SCHEDULED DATES TO CHOOSE FROM
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PAINT PEGGY’S COVE COTTAGE WILD & LOOSE WATERCOLOR PAINT AFTERNOON
To be determined
12:00 - 2:00 PM (2 HRS)
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity and self-expression.
Paint a loose interpretation of my photo of a landmark Peggy's Cove Cottage.
Let your creativity run wild as we explore the beautiful world of watercolours. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this event is for everyone.
We'll provide all the materials you need, and guide you through the painting process.
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, experiment, and have a great time with fellow art enthusiasts and discover the joy of painting in a relaxed and supportive environment.
See you there!
Spaces are limited, so make sure to reserve your spot today!
Location: Home Studio in Lewis Lake, Upper Tantallon area
Professional quality supplies included
$69 Per Person
Maximum 10
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(** Note in the message - your Email address, Date & Event you are paying for)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment**
PAINT PARTY
WILD & LOOSE PAINT PARTY
DATE TO BE DETERMINED
12:00 NOON - 2:00 PM (2 HRS)
We'll loosely paint a field of Bachelor Buttons / Cone Flowers
Let your creativity run wild as we explore the beautiful world of watercolours. Whether you've never painted or experienced you will be mesmerized with watercolour painting.
We'll provide all the materials you need, and guide you through the painting process.
This is such a fun unique way to spend an afternoon.
See you there!
Professional quality paint supplies included
$69 per person (adults only)
Maximum 10
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(Note in the Message - include your email, the Date & Event you are attending)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
Studio in Lewis Lake, Upper Tantallon area
BOOK YOUR OWN WATERCOLOR PAINT Party
Get Together and Get Creative
We can book your Paint Party in the evening, weekday or on a Saturday or Sunday
Couples Paint Party
Ladies Night Out
Family Paint Party
Birthday Paint Party
Corporate Paint Party
Corporate Events
Christmas Paint Party
All professional paint supplies included
STARTING AT $69 per person 2 hrs class Adults only
Email for pricing and availability for your Paint Party
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(Note in the message your Email address, Date & Event you are attending)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
WORKSHOPS
”PAINTING CHRISTMAS CARDS”
SUNDAY DECEMBER 8
10 am - 3 pm bring your own lunch
JOIN US IN WATERCOLOUR PAINTING CHRISTMAS CARDS WORKSHOP
Come get into the holiday spirit with our fun and festive event where you can unleash your creativity and paint your own Christmas cards.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this event is perfect for anyone looking to add a personal touch to their holiday greetings.
10 am - 2 pm
$150.00 per person
Grab your friends and family and come join us for an afternoon of painting, laughter, and holiday cheer. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create beautiful Christmas cards that will surely spread joy to your loved ones.
See you there!
Spaces are limited, so make sure to reserve your spot today!
Professional Paint supplies and 10 blank watercolor cards & envelopes included.
E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
* Note - include your EMAIL Address, Date and Class you are paying for)
** Studio Address will be emailed to you **
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“WATERCOLOUR & INK WORKSHOP”
TO BE DETERMINED
10 AM - 2 PM BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH
WE’LL BE PAINTING WITH WATERCOLOUR & INK PENS
Let Go & Let It Flow with Expressive brush strokes, bold lines, and spontaneous marks in a loose style and enjoy the unpredictable outcome.
You will loosely paint using fewer details and capturing your expressive style, then add your creative touch to your paintings with ink,
The free-flowing nature of watercolours and the bold lines of ink create the unexpected, The creative and loose qualities of watercolour and ink painting make them enjoyable for everyone, even those with no painting experience.
$150 per person
Maximum 15
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(Note in the message your Email address, Date & Event you are attending)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
Policies, Release and Waiver of Liability below
“PAINTING NOTE CARDS”
DATE TO BE DETERMINED
10 AM - 2 PM (Bring your lunch)
We'll be painting All Occasion Cards.
Join us for a fun relaxing creative Workshop in my home studio
With a touch of watercolour and your creativity, you’ll be painting a variety of note cards, from thank you cards, birthday, to pretty note cards, the ideas are ulimited.
No Experience needed, as I will do simple painting demos and I”ll have a variety of card samples that will put you in the creative mode.
Professional art supplies & 10 blank watercolor cards & envelopes included
$150 per person
Maximum 15
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(Note in the message your Email address, Date & Event you are attending)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment *
Policies, Release and Waiver of Liability below
“WATERCOLOUR PENCILS”
“LEARN HOW TO USE WATERCOLOUR PENCILS”
DATE TO BE DETERMINED
10 AM - 2 PM (Bring your lunch)
We’ll be drawing and painting with watercolour pencils
Learn to Use Watercolour Pencils.
Join us for a fun relaxing creative Workshop in my home studio. Watercolour Pencils are a unique medium and offers a wide range of creative possibilities. You can achieve beautiful vibrant loose and/or detailed artwork.
We will experiment with techniques, layering and blending colours and you will explore your own creative style, and enjoy the process of painting with watercolour pencils.
Professional art supplies included for use in workshop
$150 per person
Maximum 15
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(Note in the message your Email address, Date & Event you are attending)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment *
Policies, Release and Waiver of Liability below
ACRYLIC PAINT NIGHT
“retro 60 70s PAINT NIGHT with LIVE RETRO CLASSIC ROCK”
PAINT a RETRO ABSTRACT TO 60s 70s to current Live Easy Listening classic rock music
DATE TO BE DETERMINED
7:00 - 9:00 PM (2 HRS)
DRESS LIKE A HIPPY if you’d like, PAINT TO LIVE MUSIC & sing along
You’ll be painting on a 16 x 20” canvas.
Live Easy Listening Music - Guitar & Vocals 60s, 70s TO CURRENT - Eagles, Bob Seger, CCR, Elvis, Kid Rock & more
Join us for a fun-filled evening of painting and music.
Let your creativity run wild as you explore the world of Acrylics.
We'll provide all the materials you need, and guide you through the painting process.
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, experiment, and have a great time with fellow art enthusiasts and music lovers in a relaxed and supportive environment.
See you there!
Spaces are limited, so make sure to secure your spot today!
Location: Studio in Lewis Lake, Upper Tantallon area
Professional quality supplies included
$109.25 Per Person
Maximum 10
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(** Include your Email address, Date & Event you are paying for)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
Policies, Release and Waiver of Liability below
ACRYLIC PAINT NIGHT
WILD & LOOSE FLORALS on Canvas
NEXT DATE TO BE DETERMINED
7:00 - 9:00 PM (2 HRS)
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity and self-expression.
We’ll be painting Wild & Loose Florals and you will take home a floral painting on canvas ready to hang.
Let your creativity run wild as you explore the world of Acrylics.
We'll provide all the materials you need, and guide you through the painting process.
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, experiment, and have a great time with fellow art enthusiasts and discover the joy of painting in a relaxed and supportive environment.
See you there!
Spaces are limited, so make sure to reserve your spot today!
Location: Home Studio in Lewis Lake, Upper Tantallon area
Professional quality supplies included
$92 Per Person
Maximum 10
To REGISTER - E-transfer payment to shawn@shawnmacphersonartist.com
(** Note in the message - your Email address, Date & Event you are paying for)
** Studio Address will be emailed upon receipt of payment **
ACRYLIC ART PARTY
PAINT LIKE AN ARTIST IN A WORKING ART STUDIO
ACRYLIC ART PARTY PAInt LIKE AN ARTIST in a working ARTISTS studio
CREATE YOUR ORIGINAL PIECE OF ART ON CANVAS IN MY STUDIO.
Book your two-hour private ART PARTY for you and your partner, a small group, or coworkers.
All the supplies are included, a canvas, paintbrushes, acrylic paints, markers, pencils and more.
All of you will be working on one large canvas together with many tools provided, splashing paint, making marks, bold brushstrokes, letting go and allowing your creativity to flow with my guidance.
You will create an Original Abstract piece of work you will want to hang on your wall.
If your paint partners would like their own copy of the creation painted together, professional printing and stretching of canvases are available.
AN ACRYLIC ART PARTY IS A GREAT WAY TO SPEND TIME TOGETHER FOR
COUPLES - DATE NIGHT, ANNIVERSARY, BIRTHDAY GIFT
OUT OF TOWN VISITORS - MAKE MEMORIES OF NOVA SCOTIA
FAMILY & FRIENDS - SHOWERS, BIRTHDAY PARTIES, BACHELORETTE, GRADUATIONS
COWORKERS - TEAM BUILDING
STARTING AT $1000 for up to 2 participants. (maximum 10 adults)
Pricing is determined by group size, size of the painting, and whether canvas prints are required. Email for pricing and availability for your group.
POLICIES
Policy - There will be no discounts. refunds. credits or transfers for classes not attended. A full refund will be issued if there is insufficient enrollment or if Shawn Macpherson cancels the class.
All Classes and Workshops are held in my home Studio in the Lewis Lake/Hubley/St Margarets Bay Rd area. Address upon receipt of full payment.
Inclement Weather
Should we need to cancel a class due to inclement winter weather, the following methods are used to notify students: Information is posted on Shawn Macpherson Artist Facebook account
If possible an email is sent to all students with classes on the day
Release and Waiver of Liability:
In consideration of using the facilities and participating in art activities at Shawn Macpherson’s home, property, and home studio, you hereby release, waive, and discharge Shawn Macpherson, its owners, employees, and affiliates from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, causes of action, or costs for personal injury, property damage, or any other loss that you may sustain while on the studio premises, home or property.