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
Fall: Wednesday, October 11 – December 20 (11 weeks)
Winter: Wednesday, January 10 – March 20 (11 weeks)
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Free – Members only
No registration required. Drop in!
Drawing and Acrylic Intermediate
Continue to develop your skills and express yourself. Some experience with
drawing and/or painting is recommended. Instructor: Maya Vinokurov
Fall: Tuesday, October 3 – December 19 (11 weeks)
No class November 20 and 27
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$148.50 members
$297 non-members
Winter: Tuesday, January 9 – February 13 (6 weeks)
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$81 members
$162 non-members
Mandala Club
This program is held on Zoom
This class is a mix of mindfulness and creativity. Learn about the history of these symbols and use paint, pencils and ink to create your own breathtaking mandalas. No experience necessary. Must have access to a printer. Instructor: Maya Vinokurov
Fall: Thursday, October 5 – December 21 (11 weeks)
Winter: Tuesday, January 11 – March 21 (11 weeks)
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free – Members only
Register HERE
Oil Painting Lab
Work on personal projects under the guidance of a volunteer. Facilitator: Miriam Reisher
Fall: Wednesday, October 11 – December 20 (11 weeks)
Winter: Wednesday, January 10 – March 20 (11 weeks)
2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Free – Members only
Paint & Sip
Join us for a special painting session while you sip some tea! This event includes all of the supplies to create a masterpiece. No experience
necessary! You are taught step-by-step. Instructor: Young at Heart Painting
Sunday, January 21
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free – Members Only.
Registration required. Space is limited. Call 416-225-2112, ext. 105 to register.
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.
Fall: Tuesday, October 10 – December 19 (11 weeks)
Winter: Tuesday, January 9 – March 19 (11 weeks)
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
$176 members
$352 non-members
Instructor: Linda (Shayne) Berlin and Anisoara Kirschner-Kozai
Fall: Wednesday, October 11 – December 20 (11 weeks)
Winter: Wednesday, January 10 – March 20 (11 weeks)
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
$176 members
$352 non-members
Instructor: Linda (Shayne) Berlin
Fall: Thursday, October 5 – December 21
Winter: Thursday, January 4 – March 21 (11 weeks)
No class February 15
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
$176 members
$352 non-members
Instructor: Anisoara Kirschner-Kozai
Fall: Friday, October 13 – December 22 (11 weeks)
Winter: Friday, January 12 – March 22 (11 weeks)
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
$176 members
$352 non-members
Instructor: Linda (Shayne) Berlin
Watercolour
Beginners and Intermediates welcome! Express yourself through the art of Watercolour painting. Do you want to try a watercolour class before committing? Beginners are welcome to try a class for free! Supplies included for trial class. Call Maria to try a class. Instructor: Elaine Sugar
Fall: Monday, October 16 – November 27 (7 weeks)
Winter: Monday, January 8 – March 18 (10 weeks)
No class February 19
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
$135 members
$270 non-members
