Virtual Class Schedule
Introducing our Studio Series Virtual Painting Classes with Aisling, a collection of virtual art classes that offer an engaging and captivating experience designed to elevate your painting practice. Whether you're a beginner or advanced painter, our Master Series is designed to elevate your skills. Our high-definition SLR camera brings the classes to life with exceptional image quality, offering wonderful technique and colour mixing demonstrations all from the comfort of your own home or studio. Dive into our virtual classes listed below. Please be advised that classes are recorded in the event that you can't make the class or want to refer to sections of the class after. The recordings are available to those who attended for easy access whenever needed. If you miss the first class please email me- you can still attend the second part by completing part 1 from the recording.
Happy Painting!!
Thursday March 5 &
Thursday March 12
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
Beginner Friendly
Colour Theory and Still Life
Study of a Lemon and Eggplant
Exploring Yellow and Purple as complements
Still Life is the Artist's Laboratory
In this class, we will paint a still life featuring a bright yellow lemon paired with a muted purple eggplant. Yellow and violet sit opposite each other on the colour wheel, making them complementary colours.
The lemon will be handled in a higher saturation so it becomes the focal point of the composition. The eggplant, while still clearly violet, will be moderated and softened so it supports rather than competes.
Let's explore:
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How complementary colours intensify each other
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How to mute a colour without losing its identity
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How to control saturation to create hierarchy
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How contrast can be bold yet balanced
This session focuses on allowing one colour to lead while the other enhances it.
Aisling will walk you through the painting step-by-step over zoom. For your convenience, you will receive a Zoom link about 30 minutes before every class in a session. Our virtual classes are hosted using a professional film set up for a high definition virtual class. The class takes place between 7:00pm-9:30pm Eastern Time (Toronto). The first 10 minutes are for questions about set up and some quick introductions to the process. Be ready with your brush in hand at 7:10 :)
You will receive a zoom link. Please email me if you have any issues:
Suggested Supplies:
This class does not include a kit. A recommended list of our standard kits is below.
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Canvas - 16x20 inches but any size will work!
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Acrylic or Oil Paints - Please check out our Learning Centre for more info. I will be using acrylics.
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3 Brushes- (small medium and large) "Flat" or "Bright" shape. For the Oil paints you want to have dedicated oil brushes. Hog hair or synthetic bristles work beautifully.
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One medium to large palette knife (optional)
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Paint cup- disposable or dedicated paint cup
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Palette- plastic plate works well too. I prefer any kind of flat palette!
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Paper towel
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Plastic sheet for table cloth
Please be advised that paint will stain furniture and clothing-
especially fabrics.
Sunday March 15
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
Beginner Friendly
A Study After Van Gogh
Vase with Red Gladioli c. 1886
In this workshop we will paint a still life inspired by Vase with Red Gladioli by Vincent van Gogh. Using the painting as a reference, we will explore Van Gogh’s bold use of colour, expressive brushwork, and lively compositions. Students will focus on observing colour relationships, building the structure of the still life, and experimenting with energetic mark-making. The goal is not to copy the painting exactly, but to study the visual ideas behind it and develop our own interpretation.
All levels are welcome.
Aisling will walk you through the painting step-by-step over zoom. For your convenience, you will receive a Zoom link about 30 minutes before every class in a session. Our virtual classes are hosted using a professional film set up for a high definition virtual class. The class takes place between 7:00pm-9:30pm Eastern Time (Toronto). The first 10 minutes are for questions about set up and some quick introductions to the process. Be ready with your brush in hand at 7:10 :)
You will receive a zoom link. Please email me if you have any issues:
Suggested Supplies:
This class does not include a kit. A recommended list of our standard kits is below.
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Canvas - 16x20 inches but any size will work!
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Acrylic or Oil Paints - Please check out our Learning Centre for more info. I will be using acrylics.
-
3 Brushes- (small medium and large) "Flat" or "Bright" shape. For the Oil paints you want to have dedicated oil brushes. Hog hair or synthetic bristles work beautifully.
-
One medium to large palette knife (optional)
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Paint cup- disposable or dedicated paint cup
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Palette- plastic plate works well too. I prefer any kind of flat palette!
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Paper towel
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Plastic sheet for table cloth
Please be advised that paint will stain furniture and clothing-
especially fabrics.
Saturday March 21
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
Beginner Friendly
A Study After Dermot Mckeown
The Point - Winter Landscape
In this workshop we will practice the art of painting expressively! Let's get fast and loose with our brushes/knives. Expressive mark making comes from trusting your gut and not second guessing our work in progess. Sometimes we get caught up on something small in a painting that keeps us from seeing the big picture. Painting fast forces us to keep the ball rolling and being comfortable "fixing" things later. We all have a little perfectionism and this can frustrate us when things don't line up exactly with our vision. We will always and forever be learning to trust the process!
All levels are welcome.
Aisling will walk you through the painting step-by-step over zoom. For your convenience, you will receive a Zoom link about 30 minutes before every class in a session. Our virtual classes are hosted using a professional film set up for a high definition virtual class. The class takes place between 7:00pm-9:30pm Eastern Time (Toronto). The first 10 minutes are for questions about set up and some quick introductions to the process. Be ready with your brush in hand at 7:10 :)
You will receive a zoom link. Please email me if you have any issues:
Suggested Supplies:
This class does not include a kit. A recommended list of our standard kits is below.
-
Canvas - 16x20 inches but any size will work!
-
Acrylic or Oil Paints - Please check out our Learning Centre for more info. I will be using acrylics.
-
3 Brushes- (small medium and large) "Flat" or "Bright" shape. For the Oil paints you want to have dedicated oil brushes. Hog hair or synthetic bristles work beautifully.
-
One medium to large palette knife (optional)
-
Paint cup- disposable or dedicated paint cup
-
Palette- plastic plate works well too. I prefer any kind of flat palette!
-
Paper towel
-
Plastic sheet for table cloth
Please be advised that paint will stain furniture and clothing-
especially fabrics.
Thursday March 19 &
Thursday March 26
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
Beginner Friendly
Colour Theory and Still Life
Study of an Apple and Green Jug
Exploring Red and Green as complements
Still Life is the Artist's Laboratory
This class centres on the classic complementary pairing of red and green. We will paint a red apple as the dominant feature, supported by a green jug handled in a quieter, more muted way.
Red and green create strong visual contrast when placed side by side. By softening the green, the red apple becomes more vibrant and visually forward.
In this class, students will explore:
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How complementary colours create visual energy
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How to reduce chroma intentionally
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How to prevent two strong colours from competing
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How to create harmony through controlled contrast
The goal is not brightness everywhere — but intentional emphasis.
Aisling will walk you through the painting step-by-step over zoom. For your convenience, you will receive a Zoom link about 30 minutes before every class in a session. Our virtual classes are hosted using a professional film set up for a high definition virtual class. The class takes place between 7:00pm-9:30pm Eastern Time (Toronto). The first 10 minutes are for questions about set up and some quick introductions to the process. Be ready with your brush in hand at 7:10 :)
You will receive a zoom link. Please email me if you have any issues:
Suggested Supplies:
This class does not include a kit. A recommended list of our standard kits is below.
-
Canvas - 16x20 inches but any size will work!
-
Acrylic or Oil Paints - Please check out our Learning Centre for more info. I will be using acrylics.
-
3 Brushes- (small medium and large) "Flat" or "Bright" shape. For the Oil paints you want to have dedicated oil brushes. Hog hair or synthetic bristles work beautifully.
-
One medium to large palette knife (optional)
-
Paint cup- disposable or dedicated paint cup
-
Palette- plastic plate works well too. I prefer any kind of flat palette!
-
Paper towel
-
Plastic sheet for table cloth
Please be advised that paint will stain furniture and clothing-
especially fabrics.
Thursday April 2 &
Thursday April 9
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
Beginner Friendly
Colour Theory and Still Life
Study of an Orange and Blue Jug
Exploring Orange and Blue as complements
In our third session, we will paint a bright orange paired with a blue jug. Blue and orange are one of the most widely used complementary combinations in painting.The orange will be handled with clarity and saturation, while the blue jug will be softened and slightly neutralized. This relationship allows the orange to stand out without overwhelming the composition. Students will focus on:
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Managing intensity between complements
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Using contrast to create depth
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Allowing muted colour to strengthen a saturated focal point
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Creating cohesion through complementary balance
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By the end of the series, students will have three paintings and a practical understanding of how complementary colour relationships can be used intentionally to create impact, hierarchy, and harmony.
Aisling will walk you through the painting step-by-step over zoom. For your convenience, you will receive a Zoom link about 30 minutes before every class in a session. Our virtual classes are hosted using a professional film set up for a high definition virtual class. The class takes place between 7:00pm-9:30pm Eastern Time (Toronto). The first 10 minutes are for questions about set up and some quick introductions to the process. Be ready with your brush in hand at 7:10 :)
You will receive a zoom link. Please email me if you have any issues:
Suggested Supplies:
This class does not include a kit. A recommended list of our standard kits is below.
-
Canvas - 16x20 inches but any size will work!
-
Acrylic or Oil Paints - Please check out our Learning Centre for more info. I will be using acrylics.
-
3 Brushes- (small medium and large) "Flat" or "Bright" shape. For the Oil paints you want to have dedicated oil brushes. Hog hair or synthetic bristles work beautifully.
-
One medium to large palette knife (optional)
-
Paint cup- disposable or dedicated paint cup
-
Palette- plastic plate works well too. I prefer any kind of flat palette!
-
Paper towel
-
Plastic sheet for table cloth
Please be advised that paint will stain furniture and clothing-
especially fabrics.
