Our Arts program has something for everyone! Our Craft Room houses classes in acrylic and oil painting, drawing and all levels of pottery with our own kiln onsite. For more information about our Arts program, please contact Charm John at 416-225-2112, ext. 105 or charmj@betelcentre.org.
Registration for classes is on a first-come-first-serve basis. To register for paid classes, call Reception at 416-225-2112 ext. 0 to register over the phone, or visit Reception during our hours of operation.
CLASSES
Colouring and Knitting Club
Join us to colour or knit together in an informal setting. Enjoy all the brain benefits of creative expression with a group! Facilitator: Gigi Davidson
Wednesday, April 15 – June 17 (10 weeks)
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free – Members only
No registration required. Drop in!
Drawing and Acrylic
Develop your skills and express yourself. Some experience with drawing and/or painting is recommended. Instructor: Maya Vinokurov
Tuesday, April 21 – June 16 (9 weeks)
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$130.50 members
$290 non-members
Health and Wellness in Mandala Art
This class is held on Zoom
When working on our mandalas, in class and at home, we are learning to focus on the benefits this healing activity provides our physical health, our mental health and our spirituality. No experience necessary. You must have access to a printer.
Thursday, April 23 – June 18 (9 weeks)
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
$20 members
$30 non-members
Intermediate Watercolour
This class is for those with some watercolour experience. Come learn new painting skills and express yourself through the art of Watercolour painting. Instructor: Elaine Sugar
Monday, April 13 – June 15 (9 weeks)
No class May 18
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$130.50 members
$261 non-members
Metallic Pens on Black Paper
Come explore the unique beauty of drawing with metallic gel pens on black paper. The vibrant lines come to life against the dark background, creating striking and luminous designs. This six-week course is suitable for artists of all levels, from beginners to the more experienced. All materials are provided, and participants will be guided through a range of techniques, from creating patterns to experimenting with expressive abstract shapes. Join us for a fun and inspiring experience as you discover new ways to make artwork. Facilitator: Sheryl Shapiro, Artist
Thursday, April 16 – May 21
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
$20 for supplies. Materials provided and are yours to keep!
Oil Painting Lab
Work on personal projects under the guidance of a volunteer. Facilitator: Valeria Kouznetsova
Wednesday, April 15 – June 17
2:00 pm – 4:30 pm • 10 weeks
$120 members
$240 non-members
Pottery – Mixed Levels
Everyone is welcome. The instructors provide individualized teaching so each student receives the information they need, from beginners to experts. You will learn a variety of hand building techniques to create functional items or sculptures. Equipment, tools and firing included. Additional cost for clay and glazes.
Monday , April 13 – June 15 (9 weeks) – FULL!
No class May 18
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
$162 members
$326 non-members
Instructor: Celia Ling
Tuesday, April 14 – June 16 (10 weeks)
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
$180 members
$360 non-members
Instructor: Talya Moshinsky
Wednesday, April 15 – June 17 (10 weeks) – FULL!
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
$180 members
$360 non-members
Instructor: Diane Thompson
Wednesday, April 15 – June 10 (9 weeks)
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
$162 members
$326 non-members
Instructor: Jenny Wiesel
Thursday, April 16 – June 18 (10 weeks) – FULL!
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
$180 members
$360 non-members
Instructor: Diane Thompson
Thursday, April 16 – June 18 (10 weeks) – FULL!
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
$180 members
$360 non-members
Instructor: Anisoara Kirschner
Friday, April 24 – June 19 (8 weeks)
No class May 22
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
$144 members
$288 non-members
Instructor: Celia Ling