Studio Programs
We are pleased to offer online registration. To register for a program create an account in Arts + Culture Program Registration. Once you have your account set up, please browse through the available programs offered at the Thames Art Gallery. Need help registering? Please call 519-360-1998
Mastering 17th Century Still Life Painting with Minke de Vogel
In this 6-week course create a still life study reminiscent of the 17th century Dutch Masters. Learn the basic techniques of oil painting, the important tricks used by these masters, and by the end of the course, take home your own masterpiece. Each week cover a key aspect of painting. Then work on an exercise, and finally, apply what you’ve learned to your own still life painting.
Tuesdays | October 22 – November 26 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Studio 2 | Chatham Cultural Centre | Age 19+ | Cost: $180
Do You Love Me Sam: Pottery Date Night
Inspired by the movie Ghost. Bring a date and try-out wheel throwing together! Following a brief demonstration on the potter's wheel, try for yourself. At the end of the night, select one piece to be glazed and fired. Allow 3 weeks for pottery to be completed.
Friday | December 6 | 7:00 - 8:30 pm | Studio 2 | Chatham Cultural Centre | Age 18+ | Cost: $80.00
Hand-building with Clay
Make your own tableware such as, mugs, plates, decorative vessels and /or sculpture —the possibilities are endless! Master the hand-building techniques of pinching, coiling, and slab rolling. Includes one sleeve of Cone 6 clay (22lbs) glazes, underglazes and firings. 8 sessions. Instructed by Jackie Dean-Couture.
Thursdays | January 9 – February 27 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Studio 2 | Chatham Cultural Centre | Age 16+ | Cost: $ 260
Cyanotype Photography
Join analogue photographer Michael Garland to explore the dynamic process of cyanotype printing. This early photographic printing process was commonly used by architects and photographers and is recognized by its distinctive cyan-blue print. In this course participants will explore collage and other manipulations by painting a light sensitive mixture onto paper and creating beautiful images by layering negatives, interesting objects, plants or flowers.
Saturday | January 11 & 18 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | Studio 2 | Chatham Cultural Centre | Age 15+ | Cost: $110.00
Open Studio Pottery
If you are looking to develop your clay practice and would benefit from studio time and extra wheel time to refine your throwing skills, perhaps open studio is for you! There is no instructor for this class. One bag of clay, glazes and firing included.
Mondays | January 13 – March 17 | No classes during March Break | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Studio 2 | Chatham Cultural Centre | Age 18+ | Cost: $260
Beginner Wheel Pottery
Learn the basics: centering, throwing cylinders and bowls, attaching handles and simple glazing. All you need to know to make your own pottery! Includes one sleeve of cone 6 clay (22lbs) glazes, underglazes and firings. 10 sessions. This course may be taken more than once. Instructed by Andrea Vuletin.
2 Sessions:
Tuesdays | January 14 – March 25 | No classes during March Break | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Studio 2 | Chatham Cultural Centre | Age 18+ | Cost: $315
Tuesdays | January 14 – March 25 | No classes during March Break | 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Studio 2 | Chatham Cultural Centre | Age 18+ | Cost: $315
Intermediate Wheel Pottery
Move beyond basic cylinders to creating a range of dynamic forms on the wheel. Develop your technical skills as you throw pots of your own design! Participants need basic wheel throwing skills. Includes one sleeve of cone 6 clay (22lbs) glazes, underglazes and firings. 10 sessions. Instructed by Andrea Vuletin.
Wednesdays | January 15 – March 26 | No classes during March Break | 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Studio 2 | Chatham Cultural Centre | Age 18+ | Cost: $315
Spark Joy Online Art Series with Art Kit - Sketching
Sketching. Join Lana online for a fabulous introduction to pencil drawing. Re-create a striking sunflower from photo source.
*Registered participants will be contacted by the Gallery Program Coordinator with the Zoom link and Art Kit pick-up / delivery details.
Wednesday | January 22 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Ages 16+ | Free, but registration required
Spark Joy Online Art Series with Art Kit - Watercolour Painting
Watercolour Painting. Join Lori for a wonderful lesson in watercolour painting where she will share tips and techniques to create a beautiful 4-season tree.
*Register to be contacted with the Zoom link and Art Kit pick-up / delivery details.
Wednesday | January 29 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Ages 16+ | Free, but registration required
Spark Joy Online Art Series with Art Kit - Stamp Carving and Printing
Join Shelley and Bernie for this “crafty” art project with a few steps making it more fun! Creating a stamp involves a little drawing and a little carving. The materials used are butter soft vinyl and a linoleum cutting tool. By slowly carving away thin strips of the vinyl, your drawing emerges. Roll ink onto the vinyl block and print onto paper!
*Register to be contacted with the Zoom link and Art Kit pick-up / delivery details.
Wednesday | February 5 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Ages 16+ | Free, but registration required
Spark Joy Online Art Series with Art Kit- Pottery
Online Art Class with Art Kit - Pottery, Make a Mug Join Andrea and Susan online, let the good times roll as we play in the clay and follow the steps to create your own ceramic mug.
*Register to be contacted with the Zoom link and Art Kit pick-up / delivery details.
Wednesday | February 12 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Ages 16+ | Free, but registration required
Hand-building with Clay
Make your own tableware such as, mugs, plates, decorative vessels and /or sculpture —the possibilities are endless! Master the hand-building techniques of pinching, coiling, and slab rolling. Includes one sleeve of Cone 6 clay (22lbs) glazes, underglazes and firings. 8 sessions. Instructed by Jackie Dean-Couture.
Thursdays | April 3 – May 22 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Studio 2 | Chatham Cultural Centre | Age 16+ | Cost: $ 260