About this Event
Autumn Try-Out Gouache Painting Workshop
Explore the vibrant and versatile world of gouache in this fun 1.5-hour beginner-friendly workshop! Perfect for those who are new to gouache or curious to try a new medium, you’ll learn the basics of colour mixing, layering, and creating with this smooth, opaque, and beautifully matte paint.
Discover how gouache combines the flow of watercolor with bold, rich colours, allowing you to create expressive artwork through simple techniques and playful experimentation.
About the Instructor
With over 25 years of experience as a watercolor artist, graphic, and ornamental designer, Yulia has been teaching at the Ottawa School of Art since 2016, sharing her expertise in vibrant watercolors, bold acrylics, and intricate drawings. Her artistic journey began in Moscow, Russia, where she studied Fine Art, worked as a ceramic artist, co-owned a studio, and collaborated with the Paleontological Museum. She has participated in international exhibitions across Germany, Sweden, the UK, Canada, and the US. Since 2017, she has also taught at the Glebe Community Centre and Abbotsford House. A dedicated craft-maker, she has been an artist-vendor at ByWard Market since 2016 and has showcased her work in SAW Gallery, Shenkman Arts Centre, and BlueBird Café. Passionate about traditional media, she integrates medieval patterns, mythology, and light effects into her art. She is committed to supporting Ukrainian refugees and enriching Ottawa’s artistic community.
MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED
Event venue & nearby stays
Wallack's Art Supplies and Framing, 305 Bank Street, Ottawa, Canada
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