Virtual Classes
Introducing Our Studio Series Virtual Painting Classes with Aisling — a collection of immersive online painting sessions designed to support and elevate your practice. While the finished paintings may appear complex, the classes are structured to make them accessible, especially for beginner students, with clear guidance at every stage.
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Suitable for both developing and advanced painters, the series focuses on strong technique, confident colour mixing, and step-by-step demonstration. Using a high-definition SLR setup, each class provides detailed, studio-quality instruction you can follow from your own home or studio.
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All sessions are recorded, so if you can’t attend live or would like to revisit a demonstration, you’ll have access to the playback. Recordings are available to participants for ongoing reference. If you miss the first session, you’re welcome to join the second after completing Part 1 via the recording — just email if you need guidance getting set up.
Please note: Most classes are primarily taught in an adult learning environment.
Sunday's are geared for all ages.
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Happy painting!
Virtual Class Schedule
Tuesday October 27
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
Beginner Friendly
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Aisling Mckeown
The Raven's Watch​
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Why do we find ravens so mysterious? For centuries, they’ve appeared in folklore, mythology, and Gothic literature as omens, messengers, and keepers of secrets. From ancient myths to Edgar Allan Poe, we’ve learned to associate these clever, watchful birds with the eerie and the unknown.
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In art, little clues like these can completely change how we read a painting. A raven perched above a peaceful marsh transforms an ordinary landscape into something more mysterious — a scene that feels like it might hold a secret. In this Halloween-themed class, we’ll explore rich textures, reflected skies, and atmospheric light while discovering how symbolism can give a painting its own particular vibe.
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:
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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.
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Thursday October 29 &
Thursday November 5
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
Beginner Friendly
Aisling Mckeown
Chasing the Light
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In this class, we’ll paint a sailboat against the warm, glowing colours of a setting sun, exploring how light transforms even the simplest subjects. Although the sails may appear white, they reflect the beautiful colours of the world around them — soft pinks, golden yellows, warm oranges, and cool purples. We’ll learn to look beyond what we think we see and paint the colours that light creates, using temperature, contrast, and subtle shifts in colour to bring the scene to life.
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Because, as always, it’s not really about the sailboat. It’s about the light.
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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:
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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 for part 1 and oils for part 2.
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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.
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Friday October 30
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
Beginner Friendly
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Aisling Mckeown
The Midnight Familiar​
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We don’t usually paint animals, but we’ve had quite a few popping up in our recent paintings — and I’m loving it! There may be more to come…
This time, we’re painting a wonderfully spooky Halloween cat, with one main goal: making those eyes glow! We’ll explore how surrounding our brightest colours with deep, dark shadows makes them really pop. And what about those glowing windows in the distance? They add another layer of mystery, inviting us to imagine who might be inside and what our little feline friend is up to. These small details help create a narrative, turning a simple painting into a story that draws the viewer in.
A fun Halloween painting that reminds us that it’s not just about what we paint, but the stories we inspire others to imagine. Let's get Spooky!
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:
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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!
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Paper towel
-
Plastic sheet for table cloth
Please be advised that paint will stain furniture and clothing-
especially fabrics.
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Sunday November 8
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
Beginner Friendly
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Aisling Mckeown
Sundown at Rattray Marsh ​
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Marshes are full of beautiful textures, unexpected colours, and little glimpses of wildlife. Inspired by artists like Martin Johnson Heade, who found beauty in these often-overlooked landscapes, we’ll paint a winding reflection of the sky that carves a slice of light through the grasses, with a little heron fishing nearby.
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We’ll explore the textures of the marsh and the colours hiding in the water and reeds, keeping our focus where it always comes back to: the light.
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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:
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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!
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Paper towel
-
Plastic sheet for table cloth
Please be advised that paint will stain furniture and clothing-
especially fabrics.
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Tuesday November 3 &
Tuesday November 10
7:00 PM EST (Toronto)
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Aisling Mckeown
Medusa​
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Our last spooky season painting! In this portrait class, we’ll explore the relationship between light and form, focusing on the use of highlights, shadows, and tonal contrast to create luminous, dimensional skin. Using Medusa as our subject, we will examine how carefully observed shifts in value and temperature can bring a face to life, creating a sense of volume, depth, and atmosphere. This is an opportunity to strengthen our understanding of portraiture while exploring a subject rooted in classical mythology.
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:
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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 for part 1 and oils for part 2.
-
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.
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