Classes & Workshops
Hello! Here you will find more information regarding my classes and workshops in my studio in Jackson's Point, Ontario.
Upon finding which class you are interested in:
Please email rlvangennip@gmail.com for more information and booking availability.
Check back regularly for new opportunities!
Learning the valuable skills in this class can then be applied to more complex compostions, seen above.
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6-week Introduction to Oil Painting
with Rebecca van Gennip
Begin your journey as an alla-prima painter as you are guided step-by-step through the academic-level process of painting a still life in the "wet on wet" technique, and learn how to embrace the beauty of imperfection in this timeless, impressionistic style.
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Current subject: Single Pear Still Life (see top image)
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What you'll learn/get:​
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Brief history of Dutch Baroque Art (for context for what we learn)
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Brush techniques
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Elements of art
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Grid-mapping and underpainting sketch & Blocking in value
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Adding colour and texture in the "Alla-Prima" technique
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Highlights and detailing
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Professional tips, tricks, weekly detailed handouts and instructions
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You'll depart week 6 class with your finished painting!
Private 1 on 1 and group (2-4 person) lessons available.
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Booking times: Mon-Thurs:
9 am-11 am
12 pm-2 pm
3 pm-5 pm
6 pm-8 pm
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Level:
Beginner friendly
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Medium:
Oil Paint
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Timeframe:
2 Hours, every week for 6 weeks
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Age:
15+
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Price:
$25.00/ Hour + $50 all-inclusive material fee
Contact for discounts for multi-person classes!
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{ ALL INCLUSIVE MATERIALS INCLUDE: use of brushes, use of palette knives, disposable palette paper, cotton cloth rags, range of paints or mediums, multiple substrates (canvas paper, stretched canvas, canvas board), gesso primer, brush cleaner, take home step-by-step informational printouts created by me, and so much more goodies! }
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Parking:
2 spots on the premises, and 10 public spaces on the road
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My studio is equipped with an air ventilation system and fans for your peace of mind. Accessibility: please be aware that a single flight of stairs is needed to access studio space for classes. Thank you for your understanding.
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Please email rlvangennip@gmail.com for booking.
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Single class or 2-Week
Linoleum Block Relief Printmaking
Welcome to Lino Printing 101 ! you will be guided step-by-step through the academic-level process of linoleum block relief printing with a simple design made by you or my premade designs, and learn how to pull stunning, crisp, prints on fine Japanese paper, cotton paper, or cards for giving to people you love.
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What you'll learn/get:
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Safely carve a simple 3"x 4" linoleum block design of your choice
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Properly ink up your lino block
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Create beautiful art prints on paper or cards
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Block cleaning/care for endless re-using
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Professional tips and tricks
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You'll depart class with multiple prints + your lino block to reuse!
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EXTENDED 2-WEEK CLASS: Carve a more detailed block of your choice + more prints on paper or cards you can make.
Private 1 on 1 and group (2-4 person) lessons available.
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Booking times: Mon-Thurs:
9 am-11 am
12 pm-2 pm
3 pm-5 pm
6 pm-8 pm
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Level:
Beginner friendly
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Medium:
Acrylic (water) based printing ink
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Timeframe:
2 hours for one class, or a total of 4 hours for 2 weeks
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Age:
13+
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Price:
$25.00/ Hour + $20 all-inclusive material fee
Contact for discounts for multi-person classes!
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{ ALL INCLUSIVE MATERIALS INCLUDE: use of carving tools, a linoleum block of your own, disposable palette paper, cotton cloth rags, range of inks or mediums, multiple paper types or greeting cards, cleaner, take-home step-by-step informational printouts created by me, and so much more goodies! }
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Parking:
2 spots on the premises, and 10 public spaces on the road
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My studio is equipped with an air ventilation system and fans for your peace of mind. Accessibility: please be aware that a single flight of stairs is needed to access studio space for classes. Thank you for your understanding.
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Please email rlvangennip@gmail.com for booking.
Class participants will choose their own simple design, or can be given a design upon class arrival.
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General Art Tutoring/ Mentorship/
Art Business Guidance
Single + Ongoing class basis
Welcome!
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Are you:
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Interested in refining a specific subject
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Exploring a new technique
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An art student getting a portfolio together for applying to school
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An art student wanting to advance your skills
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Wanting to know how to grow your art business
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Needing general guidance in your artistic practice
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I can help you grow to the next level! I have professional university training to identify strengths and areas for improvement, from one caring artist to another.
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Private, 1 on 1 lessons are available.
​Booking times: Mon-Thurs:
9 am-11 am
12 pm-2 pm
3 pm-5 pm
6 pm-8 pm​
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Level:
Beginner - Advanced
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Medium:
Oils, Acrylics, or Printmaking
Timeframe:
1 or 2 hour classes available
Age:
13+​
Price:
$25.00/ Hour + Material fee (varies depending on medium)
Contact for discounts on multi-person classes!
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Parking:
2 spots on the premises, and 10 public spaces on the road​
My studio is equipped with an air ventilation system and fans for your peace of mind.
Accessibility: please be aware that a single flight of stairs is needed to access studio space for classes. Thank you for your understanding. ​
Please email rlvangennip@gmail.com for booking.
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Art Social Events
ART SPECIAL EVENTS:
​Do you have a special event and want a fun and relaxed class exploring art with friends and/or family? (2-5 guests)
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Art social events are perfect for:
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Birthdays
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Anniversaries
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Mother's and Father's Day
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Holidays
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Halloween
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Valentine's Day
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Ladies or girls day
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Any time!
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Group lessons of 2-5 guests are available.
​Booking times: Mon-Thurs:
9 am-11 am
12 pm-2 pm
3 pm-5 pm
6 pm-8 pm​
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Level:
Beginner friendly
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Mediums/ Activities:
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Acrylic painting (Beginner subject of choice eg: flowers, landscape, abstract, etc)
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Printmaking (greeting cards or regular printing on paper of subject of choice)
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Mixed-media contemporary collaging (magazine, book pages, stickers + more)
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We can discuss the subject of choice and details with what works best with you or to match a theme you desire! + No stress about performance, these classes are intended to be fun, simple, and relaxed. Light refreshments and snacks are included in price!
Timeframe:
2 hour classes available.
Age:
13+​ or 10-12 y/o children must be accompanied by a companion.
Price:
$25.00/ Hour + All inclusive material fee (varies depending on medium)
Contact for discounts on multi-person classes (3 or more guests)!
Parking:
2 spots on the premises, and 10 public spaces on the road​
My studio is equipped with an air ventilation system and fans for your peace of mind.
Accessibility: please be aware that a single flight of stairs is needed to access studio space for classes. Thank you for your understanding. ​
Please email rlvangennip@gmail.com for booking.
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