Classes & Workshops
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.”
― Pablo Picasso
Visual Arts Classes and Workshops
Meditative Art Classes
“All Classes, Only $100”
All Classes Include:
- Photo Realism in Painting
- Portrait Painting
- Abstract Painting
- Drawing & Painting the Figure
- Hands & Feet
- Drawing
- Introduction to Pastels
- Fantasy Painting
Email me:
finearts907@gmail.com
Visual Arts Classes and Workshops
Meditative Art Cafe
ALLOW ART TO HAPPEN
Art classes
Photo Realism in Paint
Photorealism is realistic genre of painting, which focuses on details and subjects rather than strict
interpretations of a photograph. In this genre of painting students create a realistic painting out of a
photograph. The goal is to create a painting which is as realistic as possible.
Introduction to Pastels
Learn basic colour theory, composition, texture and line. Each class contains an introduction to art history, contemporary art practices, demonstration of practical colour mixing and application, and lots of time for painting.
Portraiture: Drawing & Painting
Develop the ability to draw and paint portraits and learn how to observe and depict emotions for a variety of characters. Study the parts of the
face from photo references and life to learn how to create the right tones and hues. Beginner and experienced students are accommodated with
lots of individual instruction. Model fee included for two sessions.
Beginning to Draw
Starts: Februrary 6th
Drawing is the foundation for all visual art disciplines. Basic principles of drawing; line,texture, composition, value, volume, gesture and perspective in a variety of media: pencil, conte and charcoal are covered. Draw what you see from observation and in your own mind’s eye.
Introduction to Painting
Learn basic colour theory, composition, texture and line. Each class contains an introduction to art history, contemporary art practices, demonstration of practical colour mixing and application, and lots of time for painting.
Intro to Life Drawing
Starts: Februrary 6th
Basic figure drawing- sketching poses ranging from anywhere from 10 seconds to 15 minutes.This week also includes a brief study about figure anatomy, proportion and gesturing.(Life model study) charcoal, pencil and pastel.
Intermediate & Advanced Classes
Portrait Painting
Starts: Februrary 6th
Develop the ability to paint portraits and learn how to observe and depict emotions for a variety of characters. Gain a complete understanding of the different types of portraits by comparing portraiture from different eras including classical, and modern.
Abstract Painting
Starts: Februrary 6th
Gain an understanding of abstract painting and non-representational painting principles. Experiment with materials and explore the elements of art: colour theory, composition and design using colour, shape, line and texture.
Meditative Art
Starts: Februrary 6th
Peace and awareness through art. Using inspirational art exercises, individuals uncover images of their inner selves. The goal is to allow yourself space to be inside colour, paint and process while locating the inner core of your creative self.
Painted by my Students
Past Workshops
Plein air painting
August 24th
Painting is a form of creative expression and I invite you to expand this expression by painting outside. I will be hosting outdoor painting in November & December at Century Gardens. The painting will take place every Saturday from 10 am-2 pm if the weather permits.
Photorealism Painting
September 6-7th
Photorealism is realistic genre of painting, which focuses on details and subjects rather than strict
interpretations of a photograph. In this genre of painting students create a realistic painting out of a
photograph. The goal is to create a painting which is as realistic as possible.
Hands & Feet
September 16-17th
Like facial features, hands and feet are individually unique, male to female, young to old. Build your skills and confidence to naturally depict hands and feet by understanding their anatomy.
Happy Art Classes
Painting Class
Figure Painting
From My Students
Farhad has excellent insight into the creative mind of his pupils, reaching just beyond their knowledge to pull a fitting piece of wisdom to help their vision. He never berates ideas, but encourages each style and pushes it farther so it can gain an element of professionalism from artists with raw talent.
He successfully guides their intuition to create beautiful pieces of art that his students can be proud of and learn from in the further exploring of their talent.
I have had many instructors in art from my early childhood through to the community and University levels. Based on my wide exposure I can say the Farhad is an extremely knowledgeable instructor in the arts. Farhad is himself a very talented artist who also possesses the ability to instruct his pupils according to their unique style and individual ability level and has knowledge of many artistic styles.
He is a passionate instructor who shows great patience and dedication to each of his students and takes pride at seeing them accomplish and achieve their own artistic goals while not imposing his own upon them.
Overall, Farhad creates an environment that facilitates creativity and support that I have not seen before.