Art Society of Strathcona County upcoming events

Workshop with Francis Marte- Portrait Composition (2026-06-21)

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

WORKSHOP with FRANCIS MARTE –

Portrait Composition

This one day workshop will cover:

1. Choosing your best photos to paint and/or draw.

2. Editing reference photos for an effective composition - Cropping, removing or adding elements and enhancing reference photos.

Students can bring their own reference portrait photos.

The instructor will also guide students on how to prep for realism watercolour painting, and also provide general composition techniques and tips for all mediums. (Images shown are not by this instructor.)

Date: June 21, 2026 from 10:00am to 4:00pm

Registration: members- $70.00, non-members- $90.00

*registration opens December 1, 2025*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster: Marte Poster June 2026

Supply List: Marte Supply List June 2026

*Bring your own lunch!*

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn) 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Mianna Laugesen - Introduction to Alcohol Ink (2026-09-09)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Workshop with Mianna Laugesen - Introduction to Alcohol Ink

In this one afternoon workshop, we will start with the basics of how to work with alcohol inks. The class will learn to use various surfaces, such as ceramic tile and synthetic paper, and will learn the steps to create a composed abstract work.

Dates: Wednesday September 9th, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Registration Fee: members $30, non-members $40

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours (2026-09-21)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours

Watercolour for all skill levels. With easy to follow handouts, this course is designed with no drawing skills needed.

Date: Mondays- Sept 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2026 –

9:30 to 12 noon

Registration Fee: $160 members, $190 non members

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Afton Jane - Oil/Acrylic Still Life (2026-09-24)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Workshop with Afton Jane - Oil/Acrylic Still Life

In this workshop held over 3 Thursday evenings, you will paint a still life using the Zorn palette (yellow ochre, alizeran crimson, cobalt blue, titanium white & ivory black). As Afton demos, the students will learn how to plan a composition, the history of the Zorn palette and its traditional use, how to mix using this palette, and the way to layer the paint from start to finish.

Dates: Thursdays, Sept 24, Oct 1 & 8, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Registration Fee: members $140, non-members $180

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours (2026-09-28)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours

Watercolour for all skill levels. With easy to follow handouts, this course is designed with no drawing skills needed.

Date: Mondays- Sept 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2026 –

9:30 to 12 noon

Registration Fee: $160 members, $190 non members

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Afton Jane - Oil/Acrylic Still Life (2026-10-01)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Workshop with Afton Jane - Oil/Acrylic Still Life

Dates: Thursdays, Sept 24, Oct 1 & 8, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Registration Fee: members $140, non-members $180

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours (2026-10-05)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours

Watercolour for all skill levels. With easy to follow handouts, this course is designed with no drawing skills needed.

Date: Mondays- Sept 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2026 –

9:30 to 12 noon

Registration Fee: $160 members, $190 non members

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Afton Jane - Oil/Acrylic Still Life (2026-10-08)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Workshop with Afton Jane - Oil/Acrylic Still Life

Dates: Thursdays, Sept 24, Oct 1 & 8, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Registration Fee: members $140, non-members $180

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours (2026-10-12)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours

Watercolour for all skill levels. With easy to follow handouts, this course is designed with no drawing skills needed.

Date: Mondays- Sept 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2026 –

9:30 to 12 noon

Registration Fee: $160 members, $190 non members

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours (2026-10-19)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours

Watercolour for all skill levels. With easy to follow handouts, this course is designed with no drawing skills needed.

Date: Mondays- Sept 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2026 –

9:30 to 12 noon

Registration Fee: $160 members, $190 non members

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Terrie Shaw - Watercolour Techniques (2026-10-22)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Watercolour Techniques Workshop with

Terrie Shaw

Chapter One: In this workshop, you will create your own beautifully curated reference book to keep essential painting techniques close at hand. You will complete 24 pages of practical tools designed to support your creative practice across a range of painting mediums. Learn how to organize and balance the pages in your book using templates provided with this workshop. More topics include: Colour Wheel varieties, Colour Charts, One and Two Point perspective, Circular perspective, People in perspective. Terrie Shaw invites both beginners and advanced artists to paint along with her. (Part two of this workshop will be offered January 21 to March 4 of 2027.)

Dates: Part One: Oct 22, (no class the 29th), Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 & Dec 3, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Registration Fee: members $160, non-members $190

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List: Terrie Shaw workshop supply list

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours (2026-10-26)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Workshop with Willie Wong - Watercolours

Watercolour for all skill levels. With easy to follow handouts, this course is designed with no drawing skills needed.

Date: Mondays- Sept 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2026 –

9:30 to 12 noon

Registration Fee: $160 members, $190 non members

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Oksana Zhelisko - Hallowe'en Themes in Oil/Acrylic (2026-10-29)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Workshop with Oksana Zhelisko - Hallowe'en Themes in Oil/Acrylic

Join us for a creative and atmospheric painting workshop exploring the magic of Halloween through oil or acrylic painting. This hands-on session focuses on composition, colour mixing, tonal contrast, and glowing light effects to help artists create dramatic and moody seasonal artwork.

Participants will learn how to design strong compositions, mix rich Halloween-inspired colours, and use light and shadow to create depth, mystery, and atmosphere. Special attention will be given to painting glowing effects such as jack-o’-lanterns, candlelight, moonlight, and eerie fog using both oil and acrylic techniques.

Suitable for beginners and intermediate painters, this workshop includes guided demonstrations, colour exercises, and step-by-step instruction while allowing room for personal creativity and interpretation.

Create your own hauntingly beautiful Halloween scene while developing stronger painting skills in a fun and inspiring studio environment. (Image shown is just an example.)

Dates: Thursday October 29th, 2026 from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm

Registration Fee: members $40, non-members $50

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster: Oksana Zhelisko poster - Fall 2026

Supply List: Oksana Zhelisko Halloween workshop Supply list

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Terrie Shaw - Watercolour Techniques (2026-11-05)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Watercolour Techniques Workshop with

Terrie Shaw

Dates: Part One: Oct 22, (no class the 29th), Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 & Dec 3, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Registration Fee: members $160, non-members $190

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List: Terrie Shaw workshop supply list

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Francis Marte - Winter Landscape in Watercolour (2026-11-07)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Workshop with Francis Marte- Winter Landscape in Watercolour

In this two day workshop, you will learn how to paint a snowy, daytime winter landscape. Learn how to paint an atmospheric blue sky, snowy foreground, distant trees and mountains and a snow-capped cottage.

Date: Saturday & Sunday November 7 & 8, 2026 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm

Registration: members- $140.00, non-members- $180.00

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

*Bring your own lunch!*

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Francis Marte - Winter Landscape in Watercolour (2026-11-08)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Workshop with Francis Marte- Winter Landscape in Watercolour

Date: Saturday & Sunday November 7 & 8, 2026 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm

Registration: members- $140.00, non-members- $180.00

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

*Bring your own lunch!*

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Terrie Shaw - Watercolour Techniques (2026-11-12)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Watercolour Techniques Workshop with

Terrie Shaw

Dates: Part One: Oct 22, (no class the 29th), Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 & Dec 3, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Registration Fee: members $160, non-members $190

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List: Terrie Shaw workshop supply list

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Terrie Shaw - Watercolour Techniques (2026-11-19)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Watercolour Techniques Workshop with

Terrie Shaw

Dates: Part One: Oct 22, (no class the 29th), Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 & Dec 3, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Registration Fee: members $160, non-members $190

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List: Terrie Shaw workshop supply list

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Willie Wong - Christmas Cards in Watercolour (2026-11-22)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Workshop with Willie Wong - Christmas Cards in Watercolour

In this one day workshop, come and learn how to create Christmas Cards using watercolours!

Date: Sunday, November 22nd, 2026 –

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Registration Fee: $70 members, $90 non members

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List:

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Terrie Shaw - Watercolour Techniques (2026-11-26)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Watercolour Techniques Workshop with

Terrie Shaw

Dates: Part One: Oct 22, (no class the 29th), Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 & Dec 3, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Registration Fee: members $160, non-members $190

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List: Terrie Shaw workshop supply list

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.

Workshop with Terrie Shaw - Watercolour Techniques (2026-12-03)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Watercolour Techniques Workshop with

Terrie Shaw

Dates: Part One: Oct 22, (no class the 29th), Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 & Dec 3, 2026 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Registration Fee: members $160, non-members $190

*registration opens July 1st, 2026*

(registration is open to all 18 years of age and over)

Poster:

Supply List: Terrie Shaw workshop supply list

Register: Online at www.artstrathcona.com PayPal, Visa, MasterCard

For more information, phone 780-449-4443 or email artsoc@telus.net

We are located in the A.J. Ottewell Centre (the Red Barn), 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB.

Registration is not official until payment is received.

If cancelling, $10 will be deducted from refund; however, no refunds on cancellations within one week of workshop. Refunds will be made within one month.