Virtual Demonstration Classes ~ Meet artists from other communities
Online Zoom Classes – Mar & Apr, 2026
Mar. 3 ~ Silhouetted trees in Foreground
Hiking on a forest trail recently, the morning light was illuminating the background like a bright curtain. I thought it would be an interesting point of view to demonstrate. How do you paint those trees in the foreground without them turning to black? I will demonstrate some beautiful colour combinations that will look black, but that will have more depth than a flat black. Tip – If you want to use black in this instance, use another colour with it such as a dark blue or red.
Mar. 10 ~ Forest scene with patches of snow ~ spring
This time of year seems so un-inspiring to some. But if you take the time to go to a forest trail when there are still patches of snow on the edges, you will see that there is a lot to be inspired by. Large rocks can have the last of the snow on top with drips running along the side. The path could be lined with snow on the shadow side creating some interesting snow patches. Puddles and patches of snow can create some nice compositions. The colour palette for earlier spring can be a bit more colorful than you think.
Mar. 17 ~ Palette Knife ~ Birch tree
Birch trees are always a popular topic of mine. In this demonstration I will use palette knives. When using palette knives you will be using more paint. This is often the source of hesitation for some to give it a try. My moto, “Use More Paint” definitely applies here. Once you overcome that fear, you discover the freedom of moving paint from one area to another. It is so much fun.
Mar. 24 ~ Waterfalls
There are so many beautiful waterfalls out there. Some are grand, others are smaller, but they always capture that moment of an awe-inspiring feeling. There are a few steps you should take before adding all that white to represent that splashing moment. In this demonstration, I will show you how to develop the underpainting of the waterfalls before adding that final splashing touch. Dig through your waterfall photos. Which one will you choose to paint?
Mar. 31 ~ Shells
Some of you may have been on a holiday recently and have taken photos of seashells or clam shells and even brought some home. You don’t have to go to the seaside for shells. In my neighborhood there are many abandoned snail shells. Some are quite colorful. I have not decided which I will demonstrate for this class yet. I do have many shell photos that I have taken from my hike on the WCT, the beaches of Tofino, tidal pools on Gabriola Island, and various places in Mexico. Such a big decision!
Apr. 7 ~ Mountains
Living in British Columbia, it is not difficult to be inspired by the mountains. There are many different mountain ranges across Canada to draw inspiration from. Some are jagged like the Rockies, and others are more weathered and rolling ranges, but they are none the less inspiring to paint. They are especially beautiful with early or late day light. I look forward to demonstrating the layering effect as they fade off into the distance.
Apr. 14 ~ Painting Fur
Those of you who like to paint animals will enjoy this class. Whether you are doing a dog or cat, or a portrait of a bear, fur has layers and requires patience. There are so many different types of fur depending on the animal. Robert Bateman is the first that comes to mind when we think of animals painted realistically. One thing to remember in viewing his paintings is that many of them are on a grand scale. Achieving the realism requires a lot of layers built up from dark to light. That said, the look of fur can be achieved in many different styles. I look forward to exploring the layers of fur with you.
Apr. 21 ~ Magpie
In the bird world, magpie’s have a bad reputation. Some people get annoyed with their call; others dislike them because of how they raid the nests of other birds. They have their nests raided too, by crows and ravens. It is the circle of life. Sometimes we just need to understand that we may never know all the “whys” and just enjoy our natural world. Give the magpie a second look and you will see the beauty in this bird. The bluish plumage in that long tail is so flashy. I look forward to painting this inquisitive smart bird for you.
Apr. 28 ~ Palette knife ~ Abandoned farm house
In this demonstration I will prepare my canvas ahead of time with a yellow tonal wash and will map out the frame work of the house. I will not add details; just the placement within the composition. Once again, a lot of paint will be involved. In covering large areas, I always deposit the colours in large quantities directly onto the canvas. This is a must so that you have blending power and the ability to move paint from one area to another. Join me for another palette knife demonstration.
See you online soon!
I am always looking for your input for future classes. Please submit your suggestions or requests for May before April 10th.
If you have any questions about any of these classes, please contact me at lindalovisaartcanada@gmail.ca
or @ 250-859-0918
Choose a group of classes or choose one at a time. It’s up to you!
Tuesday Afternoons
12:30 – 1:00 pm (Pacific time) – Meet, Greet, and Share
1:00 – 2:00 pm – Demonstration. During the demonstration, the chat box is available for questions and they will be addressed during that time and/or afterwards.
2:00 – 2:30 pm – discussion time, questions, and extensions of the demonstration are addressed.
Details
Art classes with Linda Lovisa are followed by a recorded video and include one-on-one coaching, tips to remember, and a written extension for your reference.
Cost is $35 per class (tax included). That includes the video, an introduction to the class, and a recap afterwards.
eTransfers can be made to llovisa58@gmail.com