I often hear students say, "I'm not creative," "I can't do art," or "I can barely draw stick figures" at the start of classes.
I love that despite these thoughts, they show up and by the end of the class, they prove their negative thoughts wrong. Doing something you are uncomfortable with and doing it anyways builds confidence.
1 Practice exercises to get familiar with your tools
2 Use your new skills to create a painting
Whether it is online or in-person, watercolour art workshops and programs always have two parts to them.
First, you will practice exercises to get familiar with your tools. Then you will put your new skills to use by creating your painting!
"I can't believe I did it!"
Watercolour Workshops & Programs in Vancouver
Art Classes in Vancouver
✔ Supplies are provided ✔ For beginners ✔ 2.5 hours
New to watercolour? These beginner-friendly painting workshops for adults teach techniques to explore before creating final pieces.
Enrollment opens for these programs mid August. Get on the email list to be the first to know about when these become available.
Vancouver Cityscape
6:15pm - 8:45pm
$50
painting coming soon
Douglas Park Community Centre
Winter Bouquet
5:30 - 8pm
$50
painting coming soon
Aberthau Mansion (Point Grey)
✔ Supplies are provided ✔ For beginners ✔ 2.5 hours
New to watercolour? These beginner-friendly painting workshops for adults teach techniques to explore before creating final pieces.
Enrollment opens for these programs mid August. Get on the email list to be the first to know about when these become available.
Loose Winter Landscape
5:30 - 8pm
$55
painting coming soon
Renfrew Park Community Centre
✔ Supplies are provided ✔ For beginners ✔ 2.5 hours
New to watercolour? These beginner-friendly painting workshops for adults teach techniques to explore before creating final pieces.
Enrollment opens for these programs mid August. Get on the email list to be the first to know about when these become available.
Christmas Tree Cards
5:30 - 8pm
$50
painting coming soon
Aberthau Mansion (Point Grey)
✔ Supplies are provided ✔ For beginners ✔ 2.5 hours
New to watercolour? These beginner-friendly painting workshops for adults teach techniques to explore before creating final pieces.
Enrollment opens for these programs mid August. Get on the email list to be the first to know about when these become available.
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Watercolour Basics & Beyond
Learn the fundamental techniques, from colour theory to perspective painting, to give you the best foundation for creating watercolour artwork. Put all your learnings to use by doing abstract art and detailed work with various subjects. This is for those completely new to art or looking to refine their skills. You will be provided with a supply list. Having your own tools to use will allow you to practice and play on your own time, and by the end of the program, you will know your tools very well.
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✔ Supply list provided ✔ For beginners
Douglas Park Community Centre
- 6:15pm - 8:15pm
- 7 sessions
- $259
Watercolour Advanced Beginner & Beyond
Welcoming those who are comfortable knowing how to start your own projects at an intermediate level. Bring your own inspiration and be guided through the projects of your choice.
Each person will receive individual check-ins to ensure any areas of stuckness are taken care of and you know your next steps. If you have any questions about supplies, feel free to reach out to me via the contact form below.
✔ Bring your own supplies ✔ For advanced beginners +
Free Outdoor Art Party
In the spirit of getting people together to create art with no agenda, I'm organizing a free art gathering in Kitsilano!
Please bring your own supplies and connect with others who enjoy painting and creating too!
(exact location shared on TBD to those registered)
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
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✔ Supplies are provided ✔ For beginners ✔ 2.5 hours
Go from beginner to artist in one fun session! Learn essential techniques, practice and play with them, and then bring everything together on paper.
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Kayla B
"I was really intimidated by watercolour and had avoided it for a long time. Finally I went for it and was so glad I did! Chloe's class equips you by first teaching you the basic skills you need, and then has you practice it and put it all together in the day's project artwork. I didn't have high expectations for myself, but after each piece was finished I felt so proud! So thankful to Chloe :)
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Andrew Riseman
"As a 63 year old with zero experience in creating any kind of art, I found Chloe and her course to be approachable, encouraging, informative, and effective in getting me going with water colour. I now feel confident moving forward with this art form and thank her for it! Thank you Chloe!"
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Louise R
"Loved it - this is my 3rd - it is so much fun!! Such a fun evening! Totally non-judgemental and I would encourage everyone to give it a try!"
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Diane Elling ton
"Looking forward to doing another class with you and others. It was so interesting how “connected “ to one another (and not even knowing them) I felt. It was like a meditation class or spiritual gathering .. 😂.. you know .. minimal words. Anyhow it felt sad saying goodbye. I wanted to say instead .. ok .. see ya next week .. 🥹🤗"
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Brenda W
"Fun night/brilliant instructor! Made everything so easy!!"
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Melodie C
"The teacher was very supportive and instructions were good but mostly it was fun and an opportunity to get outside the worries and stress of life and try something new."
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V S
"Chloe makes painting very easy, even for beginners. I enjoyed the ice-breaker activity as well."
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Patricia O
"I enjoyed the atmosphere that Chloe created. She is warm and supportive and was genuinely interested in the group and in making us feel connected and welcome."
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K I
"The class was comprehensive covering many topics. I loved that we did several paintings that incorporated techniques that we learned in class."
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Ana K liri
"It was great experience for me as I am super new to watercolours and I'm extremely happy with what I was able to create during the workshop. Thank you so so much! It was amazing way to start my day!"
Online Watercolour Workshop
Vanessa S.
"I really appreciate how Chloe explains things in a simple way and makes the act of creating something pretty that we can be proud of very accessible."
Online Watercolour Workshop
V. F.
Online Watercolour Workshop Attendee
"Chloe has a warm and welcoming manner, and is very encouraging. She gave us helpful practical tips and demonstrated ways to mix paint, use the brushes, and create effects. Highly recommended."
Lori S.
Online Watercolour Workshop Attendee
"Thanks very much Chloe for sharing your guidance and expertise to help the group paint some terrific water colour pictures. Your pace, explanations and insight are much appreciated. Well done!"
Maleki S.
"The instructor was very nice and sweet, she explained everything in great detail and perfectly addressed people’s concerns."
Online Watercolour Workshop
Shirley H.
"The zoom floral painting class was great. Chloe gives easy to understand instructions, very patient and approachable. Even on zoom. Very open to comments and feedback."
Online Watercolour Workshop
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