Registration Procedure & Policy

Call 519-748-4377 if you have any questions regarding registrations. Register in person, by phone, or by mail. Registrations will NOT be processed unless accompanied by payment in full. Register early, class sizes are limited. Courses may be cancelled due to insufficient enrolment. Cancellations normally occur one week before the first class of the course.

A full refund will be issued for classes cancelled by the Gallery. Instructors and course content may change without notice.

Sorry payment online is not available, but you may send your registration request and info via email.

There will be no refunds when cancelling after 10 days before the first class. Cancellations prior to that period will be subject to a 10% administration fee. We are sorry, there are no refunds for missed classes or drop-outs.

Registration and attendance are subject to the condition that the City of Kitchener, the Gallery, its Directors, officers, and employees, are released from all responsibilities for injury, loss or damage, however caused, that may be sustained by any person attending a class. The student gives permission for Homer Watson House & Gallery to use photographs, video and audio of the student, taken during workshops and courses, for publicity purposes.

Support the Gallery by becoming a member! Your membership helps to serve the community through numerous programs such as exhibitions, studio learning experiences, children’s activities and much more. Members receive a 10% discount on all classes and workshops, bi-annual newsletters, exhibition invitations, and regular updates on all programs and events.

Conestoga College Adult Classes

Homer Watson House & Gallery is pleased to offer a variety of courses in partnership with Conestoga College. These programs are held at the Gallery but are administered by the College. For course information, or to register, please consult the Conestoga College Continuing Education Catalogue or

call Joyce Irving at 519-748-5220 ext. 2200

GINT0245 Introduction to Acrylic (adult) FULL!
Instructor: Scott McNichol
Mondays, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Sept 21 - Oct 19 (no class Oct 12)

GINT0260 Figure Sculpture (adult)
Instructor: Scott McNichol
Mondays, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Oct 26 - Nov 16 (4 weeks)

GINT0465 Introduction to Watercolour (adult)  FULL!
Instructor: Marion Anderson
Wednesdays, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Sept 30 - Nov 4 (6 weeks)

GINT0850 Introduction to Drawing (adult) FULL!
Instructor: Nancy McLean
Saturdays, 9:00am-noon
Oct 17 - Nov 7 (4 weeks)

GINT0110 Chinese Brush Painting (adult) Cancelled
Instructor: Nancy McLean
Saturdays, 1:00pm-3:00pm (4 weeks)
Oct 17 - Nov 7 (4 weeks)

Family Art Workshops

Homer Watson House & Gallery is pleased to offer fun and affordable family workshops.

09132 Family Workshop: Pastel Drawings
Learn how to draw basic landscapes with pastels.

Great for the whole family!
Instructor: Scott McNichol
Sunday, September 13, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Family of Four . . . $20/$22
($2 per additional member)
This program is free for our members!

09152 Family Art Night: Winter Wednesdays
Spend four evenings this winter learning the basics is visual art. Fun for the whole family and designed for the absolute beginner!

Join today!
Instructor: Scott McNichol
Wednesdays, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Nov 25-Dec 16 . . . $52/$60 Family of Four
($5 per additional family member)

09149 Family Workshop: Holiday Fun
Join Scott this holiday season for some
artful festive fun for the whole family in the studio!
Instructor: Scott McNichol
Sunday, November 8, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Family of Four . . . $20/$22
($2 per additional member)
This program is free for our members!

Adult & Teen Classes

09133 Beginner Drawing & Painting (adult)
Join Ann in the studio this fall and learn the basic

concepts of drawing and painting.
Instructor: Sandra Spagnuolo
Mondays, 1:00pm-3:30pm
Sept 21-Oct 19 . . . $90/$99 (no class Oct 12)
Supplies Required

09134 Sketchbooks, Portfolios & Idea
Development: Turning Ideas into Artwork (teen & adult)
This course will feature various art-related exercises,

friendly critiques and peer discussion. Ideal for both

beginner and advanced students who are interested in preparing for college or university. Bring your portfolio or sketchbook.
Instructor: Ann Marie Hadcock
Mondays, 7:00pm–9:30pm
Sept 21-Oct 19 . . . $90/$99 (no class Oct 12)
Supplies Required

09135 Landscapes in Watercolour (adult)
Learn the basic techniques required to create
beautiful landscapes in watercolour.
Instructor: Carolyn Riddell
Tuesdays, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Oct 6-Oct 27 . . . $90/$99
Supplies Required

09136 Mixed Media Collage (adult)
Working with a variety of media, students will

explore excellent techniques used to create
textured organic artwork!
Instructor: Sandra Spagnuolo
Tuesdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Sept 22-Oct 13 . . . $63/$69
Supplies Required

09137 SAMS ART: Open Studio (adult)
This class is designed for the emerging or
established artist who requires open-studio time to

work on new or existing artwork.
Instructor: Scott McNichol
Tuesdays, 7:00pm–9:00pm
SI: Sept 8-Sept 29 . . . $63/$69
SII: Oct 6-Oct 27 . . . $63/$69
SIII: Nov 3-Nov 24 . . . $63/$69
Supplies Required

09138 Abstract Painting in Art & Nature (teen & adult)
Using nature as a source for inspiration, students will

learn how to conceptualize, draw, and paint a abstract landscape or subject found in nature.
Instructor: Scott McNichol
Wednesdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Sept 23-Oct 14 . . . $78/$86
Supplies Required

Don’t Wait to Register!
Sometimes excellent programs with super instructors are cancelled when too many wait till the last minute to register. We work hard to ensure classes run and meet the expectations of students. If you are interested in a certain program, you can register by phone with Visa, Mastercard and Amex.

Avoid the disappointment of having your class cancelled and register early!   Call  #519-748-4377 Today!

Pottery Programs

Homer Watson House & Gallery is pleased to offer pottery arts programming in the historic Coach House building located on the beautiful grounds of the Gallery. Due to accessibility, the Coach House building is closed during the winter months. Supplies and firing fees for pottery programs may be purchased through the Gallery upon registration. Student parking is available beside the Coach House building and can be accessed on Mill Park Drive.

09139 Pottery Basics: Functional Stoneware (Adult)
Students will create functional stoneware pieces.
Hand build your own salsa and dip dishes, plus paté
spoons and knives. Learn to throw your own short or tall vase. All pieces will be glazed and fired.
Instructor: Susan Spencer
Wednesdays, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Sept 23-Oct 14. . . $90/$99
Supplies Required & Firing Fee

09142 Saturday Morning Pottery (Teen & Adult)  Cancelled
Everyone wants to throw on the wheel! Come out
Saturday mornings and learn how to centre, throw, and pull clay on the wheel. This class is designed for
beginners. Bring a friend!
Instructor: Brenda Alexander
Saturdays, 10:00am-noon
Sept 26-Oct 24 . . . $90/$99 (no class Oct 10)
Supplies Required & Firing Fee

09146 Pottery: Functional Sushi Stoneware (Adult) Cancelled
Students will create functional sushi dishes that will
include long dishes, chop sticks, and dip dishes.
These pottery pieces will be glazed and fired.
Instructor: Susan Spencer
Wednesdays, 7:00pm-10:00pm
Oct 14-Nov 25 . . . $90/$99 (no class Nov 11)
Supplies Required & Firing Fee

Adult Classes

09140 Open Studio: Figure Drawing (adult)
Live model each week in studio. This class is an

open-studio atmosphere with no instruction.
Thursdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Session I: Sept 24-Oct 15 . . . $90/$99
Session II: Oct 22-Nov 12 . . . $90/$99
Session III: Nov 19-Dec 10 . . . $90/$99
Supplies Required

09141 Portrait Drawing & Painting (adult)

This class will look at how portraiture has been explored through the years. Project studies include Traditional Realism, Expressionism, Cubism and Impressionism. Through various drawing and painting exercises, students will challenge both their observational and creative abilities.
Instructor: Ann Marie Hadcock
Thursdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Sept 24-Oct 15 . . . $78/$86
Supplies Required

09143 Drawing Explorations (adult)

This class is appropriate for the beginner or
advanced student. Explore the principles of composition, elements of design, gesture drawing, and process-based drawing projects.
Instructor: Ann Marie Hadcock
Mondays, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Oct 26-Nov 16 . . . $63/$69
Supplies Required

09144 Expressive Watercolour (adult)
Learn how to express and capture various moods, changing weather, and mystery your watercolour paintings.
Instructor: Carolyn Riddell
Tuesdays, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Nov 3-Nov 24 . . . $90/$99
Supplies Required

09145 Introduction to Bookbinding (adult)
This course will introduce students to the ancient art of bookbinding. Students will create their own hardcover book in this course.
Instructor: Laura Perrin
Tuesdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Oct 20-Nov 10 . . . $63/$69
Supplies Required

09147 Cubism Painting (teen & adult)
This unique form of painting works to show a 3-D object on a 2-D painted surface using varied blocks of light, shadow and colour. Students will learn the principles, dynamics and techniques as developed by Georges Braque and Pablo Picasso while working towards a completed artwork.
Instructor: Scott McNichol
Wednesdays, 7:00pm–9:30pm
Oct 21-Nov 18 . . . $78/$86 (no class Nov 11)
Supplies Required

09148 Beginner Painting in Acrylics (adult)
Explore the image making process through acrylic paint! Learn the basic principles of pure abstraction and simple landscapes.
Instructor: Ann Marie Hadcock
Thursdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Oct 22-Nov 19 . . . $78/$86
Supplies Required

09150 Drawing Explorations II: Learning to See (adult)
This class is appropriate for both the beginner and advanced student. Ann offers an introduction to intuitive drawing processes and practices, with a special focus the development of observational skills, including the establishment of hand-eye connections.
Instructor: Ann Marie Hadcock
Mondays, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Nov23-Dec 14 . . . $63/$69
Supplies Required

09151 Beginner Sculpture Techniques (adult)
This course will introduce you to the basic techniques and materials used to create sculptural artwork. You will be encouraged to experiment!
Instructor: Scott McNichol
Mondays, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Nov 30-Dec 14 . . . $63/$69
Supplies Required