Come join us for an adventure in creating a piece of art.  Allow your creativity to take hold and with guidance and encouragement regarding colour theory, composition & perspective, bring an idea to life.  If you have an idea that you have already started or are thinking of, bring it along and we will work on developing it further.  Regardless of what medium you work in or want to try, bring it along.  It will be a walk in the park! All levels and media welcome.

Graphite Pencil Drawing Workshop

 A vital element in art making is using the correct tonal values to make your paintings and drawings come alive in 3 dimensional splendour.  Unlike a typical grey scale photograph which displays 256 shades of grey, in this workshop we will scale down to a more workable value system - learn how to see them and how to interpret them.  Along with drawings using regular graphite pencils to create grey scale masterpieces from your treasured photo(s), we will also explore water soluble graphite pencils, powdered graphite and tinted graphite pencils to obtain old fashioned romantic tinted-photo effects. All levels welcome.

Under the guidance of this iconic artist and teacher, explore the creative process: how we see what is and what may be. We will discuss art and working out its problems, colour and breaking its barriers and field work sketches and their birth. Bring ideas, reference materials and an open mind to discover and create all things bright and beautiful. All levels and media welcome.

Tom Thompson and the Group of Seven had a unique view of the Canadian landscape. Learn vital tools like editing and simplifying compositions for strong painting statements. Understand colour and value to paint with passion. See shapes, not things to help develop your own unique, creative voice. Oils or acrylic focused but all levels and media welcome.

Explore the creative possibilities of taking a photograph as inspiration and making an artwork using fibre, fabric and stitch (machine and hand) to create a one of a kind finished art piece. Choose all or one from a variety of options for your creation. Be prepared to break the rules and colour outside the lines. This is an opportunity to learn an assortment of creative methods to move your art to the next level and share expertise and ideas with fellow artists.

While hothouse flowers are lovely to paint, in this watercolour workshop we will explore the wilder side of the species, taking a closer look at the wildflowers and other not so ‘cultured’ flowers and foliage growing wild and free in your garden and ditches – everything from thistles, to milk weeds, to sunflowers, and more.  Learn basic and advanced transparent watercolour techniques while creating these wonderful Mother Nature’s bouquets.

Young or old, beginner or advanced, everyone benefits from fresh air and painting outdoors. Learn about the tools, tricks, shortcuts and preparations that make the plein air experience fun and exciting. We will visit several easily accessible locations on the island that offer exciting paint opportunities. Oils or acrylics focused, but all levels and media welcome.

Bring your own favourite sunrise and sunset photographs you always wanted to paint into stunning canvases. We will also paint and sketch outdoors on the beautiful shores of Manitoulin Island ( weather permitting). We will  bring it all back to the studio and tease out the pieces you are inspired to create. Daily instruction, all levels welcome. Bring your love and passion for colour while learning to paint canvas you dream of.

Let’s get loose! In just a mere 37 minutes you can create a vibrant expressive painting that is fresh and charming. Learn how painting quickly frees you from past tendencies to overwork your paintings, resulting in muddy colours. Painting quickly is fun and a great way to build your inventory in preparation for a showing of your art. Step out of your comfort zone and let’s paint up a storm!

Learn the art of painting powerful landscapes with the strong colours and shadows.  Working from either your choice of photo reference or paint with Lee on his photo. We’ll use strong exaggeration of highlights, shadows & colours on larger canvasses (ie. 36x36, 30x40..) to create a dynamic landscape painting. Working towards your own style while gaining a better understanding of the foundations of strong landscape painting. We’ll also look at using large brush strokes, and base tones. Acrylic or oils focused, but all levels and media welcome.

Perivale Gallery named Northern Ontario Tourism Innovator of the Year at NOTS annual summit

 Perivale Gallery received the Travelers' Choice designation from TripAdvisor which is awarded to the best activities around the world, according to travellers who have done them—and loved every minute.

We are very proud to announce that Perivale Gallery's very talented contemporary artist, Cathy Boyd is featured in the Winter 2017 edition of Arabella Magazine - Canadian Art, Architecture & Design.

We are very proud to announce that Perivale Gallery's very talented contemporary artist, Jay Favot is featured in the Spring/Summer 2017 edition of Arabella Magazine - Canadian Art, Architecture & Design, "Energy and Vigour" celebrates Jay's approach to his art. "When I am in my studio I feel a calmness and tranquility. I am single-minded in trying to get all the elements of a painting just right." He certainly knows how to do that!

We are very proud to announce that Perivale Gallery's very talented contemporary artist, Lisa Free is featured in the Summer Harvest 2016 edition of Arabella Magazine - Canadian Art, Architecture & Design, "It's All about the Light" celebrates Lisa's journey and evolution as an outstanding artist. "Paint what gets you excited!" Lisa certainly does that with gusto!

We are so proud to announce that Perivale Gallery's outstanding stained glass artist, Hadyn Butler is featured in the current edition of Arabella Magazine - Canadian Art, Architecture & Design, Canada's foremost art magazine. This excellent article, "Hadyn Butler, Artist to Collect: enLIGHTened Portraits", written by Sudburian Hugh Kruzel, celebrates the unique talent and kaleidoscopic playfulness of the work of Hadyn Butler. Plan a visit to us to view Hadyn's magic!

We are so proud to announce that Manitoulin and Perivale Gallery artist, Ivan Wheale is featured in the current edition of Arabella magazine.  Arabella Magazine - Canadian Art, Architecture & Design, Canada's foremost art magazine, is featuring an article, "Artist to Collect", celebrating Perivale Gallery 's prolific Manitoulin artist, Ivan Wheale. Given Ivan Wheale's iconic status in the North as an award winning landscape painter, this excellent article, written by Sudburian Hugh Kruzel, is certain to generate a lot of interest beyond the obviously artistic, and extend perhaps, to an increased touristic interest in our magical and inspiring Manitoulin and Georgian Bay vistas.
Arabella magazine will be available in bookstores across Canada and beyond, beginning this weekend.