
Online Painting Studio
with Andrew Sookrah
Thursdays, January 7 to February 11, 2021
3 to 6 pm
Level: Open to all skill levels
“I found it engaging and really liked watching the demo by Andrew. I felt quite engaged—in some ways even more so than in face-to-face classes as I felt I could see “up close” what Andrew was doing in terms of paint mixing and brush strokes”
Program Description
This online class will be taught live through the Zoom platform by artist Andrew Sookrah and will allow artists to refine their technique in the subjects and styles of their choice. Sookrah will offer live demonstrations of acrylics and guidance on artists’ individual projects. Topics covered include mastering perspective, reflections in water, patterns, texture, skies and clouds, dramatic light, depth and negative space, with special attention given to basic drawing techniques such as composition, colour, texture and effective brushstrokes. This class will be delivered via the Zoom video conferencing app.
Program Details
6-week online session
Dates: Thursdays, January 7 to February 11, 2021
Time: 3 to 6 pm
Level: Open to all skill levels. Our experienced instructor will adapt his teaching style to his students’ experience.
Materials: Not included. View a list of suggested materials below:
An internet connection, microphone and camera-enabled computer or smartphone is required. This class will be delivered via the video conferencing app Zoom. You do not require a Zoom account to participate; the link to access the class will be sent to you in advance. Please note that classes are not recorded.
How to join: Once you have purchased the classes you will be sent an email with all necessary information and details about how to access the class online. If you have any questions please contact our programs department or call 905.893.1121 ext 2216. Please note that ticket sales are non-refundable.
About the Instructor
Andrew Sookrah is a professional artist and an elected member of the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour, the Society of Canadian Artists, the Ontario Society of Artists, and the Portrait Society of Canada. He uses a combination of painting demonstrations and individual guidance to create a fun, supportive and collaborative atmosphere.
Works by previous participants:
Title: Rush….
Artist: Joe Rich (insta: @joerichgallery)
Medium: Acrylic paint on paper; 22”x30”
Inspiration: Course at McMichael with Andrew Sookrah
Title: Towards Bellas Artes
Medium: Acrylic
Artist: Linsay Cornfield
Title: Dressed For Winter
Medium: Oil
Artist: Lori Ridgeway
Title: Georgian Bay Rocks and Falls
Medium: Acrylic on paper
Artist: Dianne Soucy