Join us once a month for a demo from a visiting artist and sign up for the full day Sunday workshop to learn how to apply the techniques to your own artwork.
Artist Demonstration/Artist Talks take place on Monday evenings from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
There is no charge to our members for Artist Demo evenings
In Person Demo Evenings and Workshops
INPERSON Demonstration Evening
Introduction to Perspective
Monday, September 16 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Majid Pazhuhi is an internationally trained architect and designer with over two decades of expertise, shaping the world of architecture and design with a profound commitment to excellence. He has honed his skills during a pivotal 12-year period in Toronto, where he spearheaded the design of over 40 mixed-use, multi-unit residential buildings, showcasing his leadership and innovation in the industry. Majid’s diverse journey includes significant roles in Toronto, Nicosia (Cyprus), and Tehran (Iran).
Across these global landscapes, he has contributed his design prowess to a wide range of project scales, from single-family homes to towers, museums, and industrial buildings.
Beyond his architectural pursuits, Majid has seamlessly woven creativity into various art forms, exploring painting, sculpture, and calligraphy. This multidimensional approach not only enriches his design perspective but also underscores his dedication to artistic expression.
Additionally, Majid embarked on teaching drawing skills, including perspective, a year ago, recognizing it as a fundamental skill often overlooked by artists.
As a proud member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, Majid continues to shape the architectural narrative with a passion for innovative design and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of creative expression.
Instagram – @majidpuzhuhi
INPERSON Demonstration Evening
Watercolour Explorations
Tuesday, October 15 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
“Watercolour Explorations : The Polar Regions and Canada’s West Coast Great Bear Rainforest with David McEown”
Embark on an artistic journey with award-winning artist David McEown as he guides you through the landscapes of the Arctic, Antarctica, and Canada’s West Coast wilderness.
Join us for a captivating multimedia presentation as David shares recent stories of wildlife encounters, observations of climate changes, and the artistic challenges he faces while capturing these moment on paper, right there on location.
After the presentation David will share his painting process through watercolour demonstration.
Bio
Canadian artist David McEown has dedicated the past three decades to harnessing the captivating medium of watercolour in his exploration and expression of the Earth’s pristine wilderness. His paintings, spanning from the icy landscapes of Antarctica to the remote reaches of the North Pole, grace collections worldwide. A graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design, David is an elected member of the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour, where he was twice honoured with the prestigious A.J. Casson Medal in 2005 and 2018.
Additionally, David is a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society and an active member of the esteemed Explorers Club. His expertise as a sought-after teacher is exemplified by his extensive experience conducting workshops and multimedia presentations for numerous art societies, museums, and expedition voyages. Through these endeavours, he passionately shares his deep reverence for nature and his commitment to the creative artistry of painting.
Explore David’s work and learn more about his artistic journey at www.davidmceown.com.