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Finding the artist inside you
Whether you are looking to find out if there is an artist lurking inside you, or you just want to have a bit of fun with a paint brush, Dawne offers private and open painting classes for adults and kids, families and friends.
Wiltse Creek Studio is located just minutes from Charleston Lake Provincial Park in the 1000 Islands region and ideally located for a full days adventure. Come paint in the morning before heading off for a picnic and swim. You can leave your canvas here until you are done playing if need be.
Never painted? Don't be afraid!
Our classes are instructed step-by-step with room for individual expression and combine the joy of painting mixed in with a little bit of teaching. Classes are offered in small groups so that everyone has some individual time for help.
What to wear!
We use high quality, student grade artist acrylic paint that is colourfast for 60 plus years. It does NOT come out of clothing, so please dress down. Aprons are available upon request.
What to bring?
All supplies are included in your fee. Bring a drink if you wish.
Where do I go?
In the summer, classes are held on the porch at Dawne's house next to the studio - come on up.
When it's too cold for for the porch we paint in the kitchen - the front door is via the porch.
Class Prices
If you wish to book a class please check for open dates on the calendar on this page. Classes are generally held in the morning so that the studio/store can be opened for noon. Evening classes are not listed so please email with a suggested date should you require one. If I am behind on keeping up with the calendar, please just ask for the date you would like.
Classes for a single individual adult is $55.00 for a 2 plus hour session and include all material.
Classes for a single child under 12 are 45.00 for a 2 hour class and include all material.
Classes for 2 or more adults are $40.00 per person for a 2 plus hour session - all materials included. You choose the date and paintings.
Classes for 2 or more kids are 35.00 per child for a 2 hour session - all materials included and the kids pick the painting.
Kids Classes on Saturdays (ages 7 - 12) $35.00 per child. Scheduled class with up to 6 other kids. Everyone paints the same piece.
Ask about pricing for birthday parties and other events.
Painting with the under 7 crowd
Generally by the time kids are 5 they can tackle a painting but may not have the ability to sit still for a long class. They tend to need more one on one and hands on help.
The best option for this is to come and do a Parent & Child or Grandparent & Child class. There are a few painting samples in a slideshow at the bottom of the page but we can always paint a favourite subject. Email for details.
Upcoming Paint Classes
Barn Quilt Workshop - Ongoing
Barn Quilt Class
Sessions are ongoing and are chosen by you. Tell me what days of the week and time suits your lifestyle and I'll work on putting a class together for you.
Choose your own pattern and colour.- lots to choose from online.
Patterns take 5 - 12 hours to complete so multiple paint mornings are chosen but may not be needed depending on the pattern and speed of painter. Choose a size that works for you. Limited space on the porch so alternate dates may be needed especially for large pieces.
Aluminum composite panel and all paints supplied.
2 x 2 feet - $80.00
3 x 3 feet - $140.00
4 x 4 feet - $165.00