Abstract Landscape Painting
Sunday 27 April
Byrd Park Court Historic District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Get ready to dive into the world of watercolors and explore the beauty of abstract landscapes. Our talented instructor will guide you through various techniques, helping you blend colors and create mesmerizing scenes that reflect your inner artist. All skill levels are welcome!
Beginner's Watercolor Class
Sunday 11 May
The Fan District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.
You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
Painting Watercolours in a Cafe
Sunday 25 May
The Fan District - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Imagine yourself nestled in a lovely shady spot, surrounded by the sounds of rustling leaves and the gentle murmur of the river. As you immerse yourself in the joy of painting, you can indulge in the delightful offerings of a cafe. Treat yourself to a refreshing drink or a snack, elevating your artistic experience with every sip and bite.
During this delightful event, we'll be capturing the beauty of nature and urban charm as we paint the trees on the riverbank, the flowing river, and the buildings on the opposite shore. You'll also have the option to paint a striking sculpture or the lively cafe patrons from a distance – each brushstroke a unique expression of your artistic vision.
Floral and Nature Painting
Sunday 01 June
The Fan District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
The focus of this two-hour structured session is the studies of floral and nature painting. You will be guided to select your choice of reference in the garden, take photograph references and complete one or two studies of the selected plants and flowers. You will learn how to compose floral and nature paintings using traditional and contemporary composition methods. If you are a nature enthusiast, this session is perfect for you. You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the studies and have some take away homework with the learnt technique. All level and experience are welcome. Please bring watercolor painting travel kit (this can be watercolor tube paints or watercolor pan along with ink pens, pencil, rubber and watercolor pads or drawing pads. You are also welcome to bring your choice of medium. Also a smart phone to take reference photos will be handy. Don't worry if you forget anything. I will have some back up materials.
Nature Painting with Watercolors
Sunday 15 June
Byrd Park Court Historic District - 1pm - 3 Hours
Janaya Taylor
In this class we will focus on nature painting. We will learn tips and tricks on how to paint trees, clouds, flowers, mountains, and other objects found in nature.
Note: This is not a Landscape painting class, we will not be creating completed landscape paintings. Our focus will be on the individual objects that make up those landscapes.
Watercolour Meetup
Sunday 29 June
The Fan District - 1pm - 3 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this social meetup hosted by a professional instructor. Beginners to advanced all welcome.
Beginner's Watercolor Class
Sunday 13 July
The Fan District - 1pm - 2 Hours
Janaya Taylor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.
You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 03 May
Church Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Jenny Mcgurk
Jenny McGurk here, and I'm thrilled to invite you to an outdoor drawing adventure that goes beyond the basics!
Unleash Your Inner Artist Amidst Richmond's History: A Drawing Journey
Join me for an inspiring outdoor drawing class where we'll not only learn the fundamental skills to create beautiful and expressive artwork, but also connect with the very ground beneath our feet. Imagine capturing the iconic vistas of one of Richmond's most photographed scenes – a location steeped in the rich history of our city's founding. As we learn about perspective, proportion, shading, and composition, we'll also delve into the fascinating stories and significance of our chosen spot, bringing a deeper understanding to the art we create.
My approach is all about making that blank page less intimidating. We'll playfully explore a variety of mark-making techniques, discovering the unique textures and energy you can bring to your drawings. And if time and curiosity allow, we might even splash in some color to bring our historical impressions to life!
Whether you're a complete beginner picking up a pencil for the first time or looking to refresh your skills in a unique and inspiring setting, this class is for you. Come prepared to learn, create, and experience Richmond's beauty and history through the captivating art of drawing. Let's make some art and uncover some stories together!
Architecture Photography
Sunday 04 May
Downtown - 10am - 2 Hours
Daring Leaderman
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.
In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
Shallow Depth of Field
Sunday 11 May
Belle Isle - 10am - 2 Hours
Daring Leaderman
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating stunning images with a shallow depth of field.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including aperture, focal length, and distance.
We will cover topics such as using a shallow depth of field to create a mood, blurring out distracting backgrounds, and how to use a shallow depth of field to give a bokeh effect behind our subjects to make them pop.
Natural Light Portraits
Sunday 18 May
South 12th Street, Richmond - 8:48pm - 2 Hours
Daring Leaderman
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones. A model is present during the session.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 25 May
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 3 Hours
Daring Leaderman
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Mastering Prime Lenses: The Art of 50mm, 35mm & 85mm Photography!
Sunday 15 June
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 2 Hours
Daring Leaderman
Discover the power of prime lenses in this hands-on photography class! Whether you're shooting portraits, street scenes, or landscapes, prime lenses (50mm, 35mm, and 85mm) offer sharp images, beautiful background blur (bokeh), and creative control.
In this class, you'll learn:
How to pick the best prime lens for different shots
Tips for getting sharp focus and smooth background blur
Simple composition tricks to improve your photos
How to use natural light for amazing results
Great for beginners and photography lovers looking to improve their skills!
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 26 July
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 3 Hours
Daring Leaderman
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 17 August
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 3 Hours
Daring Leaderman
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Portrait Photography Meetup
Sunday 31 August
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 2 Hours
Daring Leaderman
Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.
Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.
This is a great opportunity to collaborate and learn alongside other photographers! You'll work together to create portraits and bounce off new ideas.
This is an intermediate course that assumes you understands the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
