Lori S. Lukasewich

I’m making this perfunctory list for all my students so that they can trust the materials they use to do the job and feel good about supporting our country at this very weird time. I plan to add to it as I go. I will really miss buying Golden, M Graham, and Daniel Smith brands of paint, but I can’t in all conscience do it right now. I hope this doesn’t last long.

I am also adding some brands from European countries that I know and trust.

I hope this is helpful.

Made in Canada Art Supplies

Tri-Art,

Kingston, ON

Acrylics, Watercolours, Oils and much more

https://www.tri-art.ca

Available in Calgary at Inglewood Art Supplies

I’ve used their acrylics and they are very good.

Kroma Acrylics

Vancouver, BC, ( Granville Island)

Acrylic Colours

I’ve heard nothing but good things about these paints. Prices are wholesale, you can order directly from their website.

Demco Encoleurs

St. Hubert, QC

https://www.demcoencouleurs.com/en/product/fine-arts-colours/9-demco-acrylic.html

Beam Paints

Watercolour

https://www.beampaints.com

Stoneground Paint Company

Watercolour

https://stonegroundpaint.com

I did look at Kama Pigments from Montreal, but it was like finding hens teeth to find their made in Canada brand of oil paints amidst all the American brands,and it was hard to find things on their website. I believe they can also be found at Inglewood Art Supplies in Calgary. I have a handful of their fluorescent colours and they have been ok. 

Other countries, not US.

Michael Harding

Oils & Watercolours

UK

https://www.michaelharding.co.uk

I’ve heard that these are the best in the world and would love to try them if I can find a store in Canada that will sell them to me.

Holbein

Watercolour, Gouache

South Korea 

https://www.holbein.co.jp/en/products/watercolor.html

One of my ongoing favourites, both watercolour and gouache.

Sennelier

Acrylic, oils, watercolour, ink, pastels 

France, as I can see

https://www.sennelier-colors.com/en/Products_57.html

I’ve used their Abstract Acrylics and they are pretty good for a student grade.

Winsor & Newton

UK

They have everything and they are almost everywhere.

https://www.winsornewton.co

Hi there everyone! I’ve had a restful and rejuvenating summer, and am now gearing up for a very full teaching season. I hope you find something you like in this falls schedule.

AUARTS, Continuing Ed classes

Acrylic Painting Basics,

Mondays, September 23 – December 2, 6:30 – 9:30pm

( no classes on holiday Mondays, Sept 30, Oct 14 & Nov 11)

$389.00

Acrylic paints are so versatile and perfect for those who are new to painting. Learn the basics of colour theory, paint mixing, application techniques, and composition while developing your skills AND confidence in your creative potential. 
register: https://www.auarts.ca/continuing-education/personal-interest#Painting

Watercolour Painting Basics

Thursdays, Oct 10 – Nov 28, 6:30 – 9:30pm

$389.00

Watercolours can be challenging to work with, especially if you are new to painting, but understanding some basic watercolour handling and techniques will guarantee success. Learn how to stretch paper, proper brush handling, how to work wet-on-wet or dry-brush along with some tricks of the trade and gain skills as you work through projects.

register : https://www.auarts.ca/watercolour-painting-basics

Swintons Art Supply and Instruction

7160 Fisher St. SE

As usual here we have resumed our ongoing Studio classes in Studio 3, every Wednesday morning from 9:30-12:30 and afternoons from 12:45 – 3:45. Call Swintons at 403-258-3500 to check if there are spots available. There are also upcoming Workshops!

Design for Painters with Lori Lukasewich

Composition is the most important element in every painting. Good design is how we make it work.

Saturday, October 26, 9:30 -3:30

Sunday, October 27, 9:30 -3:30

$199.00

register: https://www.swintonsart.com/service-page/design-for-painters?referral=book_button_widget

ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR BEGINNERS with Lori Lukasewich

Saturday, November 23, 9:30am -3:30pm

$99

Dive into the exciting world of acrylic painting with our engaging workshop designed specifically for beginners. Acrylic paints is known for their vibrant colors, making them an ideal choice for those new to painting. In this hands-on session, you’ll discover the unique properties of acrylics and learn how to use them effectively, from understanding their quick-drying nature to techniques. Our workshop will also introduce you on how to mix and blend colors to create harmonious and striking palettes that will enhance your artwork.

Intermediate from 12-3pm.

Call Candice at (403) 275-4294 to see if there are spots available or to get on the waiting list.

but getting closer.

Many of my students know that I discovered an old master artist that I had never heard of before, because she was a woman, of course, and I’m so excited about her. Her love of paint and the things she painted is so obvious in her work. Her name was Giovanna Garzoni and she was born in 1600. She could charge any price for her works , and the Medici did commission a number of her paintings. The above painting is my master study of her Plate of beans, which I had originally seen as an overblown and decolourized print at my local Earls restaurant some years ago. I was thrilled to find out who the original artist was. She has inspired me to a new series… not quite where I want them to go yet.

Delivered to Christine Klassen Gallery this last week! ( Map in Contacts)

They are very texturally complex. So much fun! Go check them out!

Spring Session is coming up fast!

Time to decide which creative endeavour to go after. Here is the new information for all my Spring Courses, Classes, and Workshops – In person and online. I will post next month about offerings for Summer and Fall.

For those who have asked, I have requested that Acrylics 2 be available in the Fall session at Auarts. We’ll see what they say – I’ll let you know as soon as I do.

I hope you find something you would love to get right into!

By the way, I was just asked about this and thought you should know – every image that I use in my marketing has been created by me and only me!

Auarts, Alberta University of the Arts

1407, 14 ave, NW

Calgary, AB, T2N 4R3

phone: 403-284-7640

Acrylic Painting Basics

Mondays, April 29 – June 24

6:30-9:30pm

$355 & GST

Acrylic paints are so versatile and perfect for those new to painting. Learn the basics of colour theory, paint mixing, application techniques and composition while developing your skills and confidence in your creative potential. See Auarts website for supply list and to register.

https://www.auarts.ca/acrylic-painting-basics

Watercolour Painting Basics

Thursdays, May 9 – June 27

6:30-9:30pm

$355 &GST

Watercolours can be challenging to work with, especially if you are new to painting, but understanding some basic watercolour handling and techniques will guarantee success. Learn how to stretch paper, proper brush handling, how to work wet on wet or dry brush, along wth some tricks of the trade and gain skills as you work through projects.

see Auarts website for supply list and registration.

https://auarts.ca/watercolour-painting-basics

Swintons Art Supplies & Instruction

7160 Fisher St. SE

Calgary, AB, T2H 0W5

Phone: 403-258-3500, Call for info and registration

https://www.swintonsart.com

Ongoing Studio Classes, monthly

Regular classes are ongoing

Wednesday mornings, 9:30 – 12:30

Wednesday afternoons, 12:45 – 3:45

Want to learn a new art skill? Got any projects that you need help with? Come and join a friendly, fun, ongoing Studio class where you can get the help you need. We also offer the occasional group project which you always have the option to opt out of, of course. It’s all pretty fun.

Register at the above link.

Spring Workshops!

https://www.swintonsart.com/art-workshops-calgary

Clean Reliable Colour for Painters

Sat, May 25 & Sun, May 26

9:30-3:30 both days

$149.00 & GST

Demystify colour mixing, and make it reliable and consistent. Learn how, why, and when to mix colour to improve your painting experience. What whites work when? When, where and what blacks to use, if any?

Go to: https ://www.swintonsart.com/service-page/clean-reliable-colour-for-painters-1 for registration and supply list.

ABSTRACTS, What?, Why?, How?

Sat, June 22 & Sun, June 23,

9:30-3:30, both days

$149 &GST

Intrigued by Abstraction but intimidated? Come find out what it is, why and how we make it – all in Acrylics. Its easier than you think!

What makes a good abstract painting when you don’t know what you’re looking at? Good design is the key – and this is how we can get there. Colour theory, Mixing, design and composition and some crazy application techniques.

Go to the top Swinton’s link to register.

We’ve been working hard to get a good grip on Mixed Media Collage and Acrylics in my Thursday Class. Join us for the fun!

Online with Lori Lukasewich!

https://www.lorislukasewich.com

email me! lsl@lorislukasewich.com

$25/class, paid monthly

On Zoom [ instruction and links available. It’s easier – and BETTER than you think!

Watercolour Ongoing Studio Class, Wednesday nights, 7-9pm

Acrylics Ongoing Studio Class, Thursday afternoons 2-4pm, its often mornings from 9:45-11:45. Just email me for our current time.

Wondering what all the new art learning opportunities I have are coming up? Here is the new information for all my New Years Courses, Studio Classes and Workshops in person and online on Zoom.

We did this stunning Tom Thompson Master copy in my Thursday afternoon Acrylics online class. it was a very illuminating process.

I hope you find something you enjoy!

Auarts, Alberta University of the Arts

1407, 14 Ave, NW

Calgary, AB T2N 4R3

phone: 403-284-7640

Acrylic Painting Basics

Mondays, January29 – March 25

6:30-9:30pm

$373.00 incl GST

Acrylic paints are so versatile and perfect for those new to painting. Learn the basics of colour theory, paint mixing, application techniques, and composition while developing your skills and confidence in your creative potential. See website for supply list and to register.

https://www.auarts.ca/acrylic-painting-basics

NEW!!! Acrylic Painting ll

Thursdays, February 8 – March 28

6:30-9:30pm

$373.00 incl GST

You’ve been working with acrylics for awhile, now it’s time to ask more questions. Develop your unique style, deepen your knowledge of fundamentals, learn about content vs subject. Have more fun!! Check the link for supply list and to register.

Swinton’s Art Supplies and Instruction

7160 Fisher St. SE

Calgary, AB T2H 0W5

Phone: 403-258-3500 for info and registration

https://www.swintonsart.com/class-registration

Ongoing Studio Classes

Wednesday mornings, 9:30-12:30

Wednesday afternoons, 12:45-3:45

Regular classes resume January 3

Want to learn a new art skill? Got any art projects or ideas you want some help with? Come and join a friendly, fun ongoing studio class where you can get the help you need. We also offer the occasional group project which you always have the option to opt put of, of course. It’s all pretty much fun.

Winter Workshops@Swintons

Acrylic Mixed Media Collage

Saturday, January 27 & Sunday, January 28

9:30 – 3:30 each day.

$195.00 & gst

Acrylics are so cool because they do so much! Come and have a great painting experiences we collage, and splash paint on panels. Along with great information about colour and design we’ll be having the most fun just letting out intuition flow.

Check the link for the supply list and to register.

https://www.swintonsart.com/service-page/acrylic-mixed-media-collage-2?referral=book_button_widget

Online with Lori Lukasewich

email me! lsl@lorislkasewich.com

$25/class paid monthly

on Zoom, instructions and links available. It’s easier and BETTER than you think.

Watercolour Ongoing studio Class

Wednesday nights, 7-9pm

Acrylics Ongoing Studio Class

Thursday afternoons, 2-4pm

Clean Reliable Colour for Painters @Swintons!! Who doesn’t want that?

I hope that sounds as juicy and interesting to you as it does to me. We just had to fit it in.

Demystify colour mixing, and make it reliable and consistent. Learn how, why, and when to mix colour to improve your paintings and painting experience. What whites work? When and where and what blacks to use.

Saturday, December 2 & Sunday, December 3, 9:30am – 3:30pm both days

$149.00

Go to: https://www.swintonsart.com/service-page/clean-reliable-colour-for-painters?referral=book_button_widget

for more info, supply lists and registration. This will be very informative.

Hi everyone! I hope you’ve all had as good a summer as I’ve had. I enjoyed plenty of time in the studio and have some really fun new works to show for it. You can check those out on my previous post here: http://www.lorislukasewich.com

If you don’t see it just scroll down from here because it was the previous post.

All the usual teaching venues will be active this fall, as well a a few fun Workshops. There will also be a Clear Colour Mixing Workshop in December that will be posted in mid September so I’ll make sure to let you all know when that is upon the Swintons website.

[Scroll ALL the way down for the Online classes!] so – here are all the classes and workshops:

Auarts, Alberta University of the Arts

1407 14 Ave, NW

Calgary, AB T2N 4R3

phone: 403-284-7640

Acrylic Painting Basics

https://www.auarts.ca/acrylic-painting-basics-cepa29098204475

Monday, October 16 – December 4

6:30 – 9:30pm

$373.00 incl GST

Acrylic paints are so versatile and perfect for those who are new to painting. Learn the basics of colour theory, paint mixing, application techniques, and composition. Learn the basics of colour theory, paint mixing, application techniques, and composition while developing your skills AND confidence in your creative potential. 

See website for supply list.

Watercolour Painting Basics

https://www.auarts.ca/watercolour-painting-basics-cepa29298823201

Thursday, October 12 – November 30

6:30 – 9:30pm

$373.00 incl GST

Watercolours can be challenging to work with, especially if you are new to painting, but understanding some basic techniques will guarantee success. Learn how to stretch paper, proper brush handling, how to work wet-on-wet or dry brush along with some tricks of the trade and gain skills as you work through projects. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class. 

Swintons Art Supply & Instruction – Workshops are here!!

7160 Fisher St. SE

Calgary, AB T2H  0W5

phone: 403-258-3500, calll for info & registration!

https://www.swintonsart.com

Studio Classes 
Starting on Wednesday September 6 – Ongoing, Every Wednesday from

9:30 – 12:30 and 12:45 – 3:45

Supplies not included,  supply lists available.

Want to learn a new art skill? Got any art projects that you need help with? Come and join a friendly fun ongoing Studio class where you can get the help you need. We also offer the occasional group project which you always have the option to opt out of, of course. its all pretty fun.

Fall Workshops!

ABSTRACTS! What? Why? How?

Sat, September 16, Sun September 17
9:30am – 3:30pm each day.
$195.00 &GST

Intrigued by abstraction but intimidated? Come find out what it is, why we make it and how to make it – all in Acrylics. It’s easier than you think. 

What makes a good abstract painting when you don’t know what subject you’re looking at? Good design is the key – and this is how we can get there. Colour theory, mixing, design and composition and some crazy technique stuff.
Go to above link to register and to see the supply list.

Acrylic MIXED MEDIA Collage

Sat, October 14, Sun, October 15
9:30am – 3:30pm, both days
$195.00

Acrylics are so cool because they do so much!  Come and have a great painting experience as we collage, stamp, and splash paint on panels. Along with great info about colour and design we’ll be having the most fun just letting our intuition go with the flow.

Go to above link to register and to see the supply list

Sketchbooking
Sunday, November 5

9:30am – 3:30pm     $95
The more you do this, the faster your skills build, no kidding. Use it for journalling, practicing techniques, planning projects, whatever you like. Keeping a sketchbook is a terrific tool for improving all your art work. Which materials work best, how to begin, proceed and advance. Let’s get into it!!

Go to above link to register and to see the supply list


Online with Lori Lukasewich

https://www.lorislukasewich.com

email me! lsl@lorislukasewich.com
$25/class, paid monthly

on Zoom [ instructions andl inks available. its easier- and Better! – than you think!]

Watercolour Ongoing Studio Class

Wednesday nights, 7-9pm

Acrylics Ongoing Studio Class

Thursday afternoons, 2-4pm

Here are my Spring/Summer art workshop & class offerings. I hope you can find something here that really suits you!  Sorry for the short lead time – thanks covid!

Remember to scroll down to see everything available, including my online classes!

 I hope you also feel free to let me know if there’s a particular class or course or workshop that you’d like to take from me that you don’t see listed, I’m always happy to figure something out.

Auarts, Alberta University of the Arts

1407 14 Ave, NW

Calgary, AB T2N 4R3

phone: 403-284-7640

https://www.auarts.ca/continuing-education

Acrylic Painting Basics

Monday, May 1 – June 26

6:30 – 9:30pm

$355.00 & GST

Acrylic paints are so versatile and perfect for those who are new to painting. Learn the basics of colour theory, paint mixing, application techniques, and composition. Learn the basics of colour theory, paint mixing, application techniques, and composition while developing your skills AND confidence in your creative potential. 

See website for supply list.

Sketchbook Drawing Week

5 days, Monday, July 24 – Friday July 28

!0am – 4pm 

$505.00 + GST

Your sketchbook is a place to work out ideas, collect your thoughts, hone your drawing skills, and be as a source of inspiration. Maintaining a daily sketchbook practice can boost your creativity and increase your productivity. Your instructor will work with you to create daily challenges and discuss how to keep up your practice, even on really busy days. You will sketch out and about Calgary and develop your ability to work on location. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.  
Its a beautiful week full of the pleasure of drawing. 

Register at the link above. [ you’ll also see your supply list there.]

Swinton’s Art Supplies and Instruction

7160 Fisher St. SE

Calgary, AB T2H  0W5

phone: 403-258-3500, calll for info & registration!

https://www.swintonsart.com

Spring/Summer Workshops
https://www.swintonsart.com/art-workshops-calgary

Sketchbooking
Saturday, April 29
9:30am – 3:30pm     $95
The more you do this, the faster your skills build, no kidding. Use it for journalling, practicing techniques, planning projects, whatever you like. Keeping a sketchbook is a terrific tool for improving all your art work. Which materials work best, how to begin, proceed and advance. Let’s get into it!!

Go to above link to register and to see the supply list

ABSTRACTS! What? Why? How?
Sat, May 27, Sun, May 28
9:30am – 3:30pm each day.
$210.00 

Intrigued by abstraction but intimidated? Come find out what it is, why we make it and how to make it – all in Acrylics. It’s easier than you think. 

What makes a good abstract painting when you don’t know what subject you’re looking at? Good design is the key – and this is how we can get there. Colour theory, mixing, design and composition and some crazy technique stuff.
Go to above link to register and to see the supply list.

Acrylic MIXED MEDIA Collage
Sat, June 24, Sun, June 25
9:30am – 3:30pm, both days
$210.00

Acrylics are so cool because they do so much!  Come and have a great painting experience as we collage, stamp, and splash paint on panels. Along with great info about colour and design we’ll be having the most fun just letting our intuition go with the flow.

Go to above link to register and to see the supply list

Studio Classes 
[ until June 28, back again on Sept 6 – with possible classes in August on Wed mornings from 9:30 – 12:30]

Ongoing, Every Wednesday from

9:30 – 12:30 and 12:45 – 3:45

Supplies not included,  supply lists available.

Want to learn a new art skill? Got any art projects that you need help with? Come and join a friendly fun ongoing Studio class where you can get the help you need. We also offer the occasional group project which you always have the option to opt out of, of course. its all pretty fun.

Register at the above link.

Online with Lori Lukasewich

https://www.lorislukasewich.com

email me! lsl@lorislukasewich.com
$25/class, paid monthly

on Zoom [ instructions andl inks available. its easier- and Better! – than you think!]

Watercolour Ongoing Studio Class

Wednesday nights, 7-9pm

Acrylics Ongoing Studio Class

Thursday afternoons, 2-4pm