The Artra Art School is located at 15607 - 100 A Avenue in Edmonton and prides itself in providing a nurturing, friendly environment to both children and adults. With small classes and private lessons, we are committed to upholding the highest standards in art instruction by giving frequent demonstrations, solid instruction, personalized attention, and lots of encouragement and support.  At the Artra Art School, we understand developing art skills requires learning a visual
language, which is taught visually in the form of demonstrations.  We believe that students learn best by watching and doing.  Not only do our students develop intellectually, but their creative potential flourishes--our students have won local, provincial, national art competitions.

A variety of courses in different mediums are available at the school.  Look for our upcoming courses at http:\\visualartmoves.com  Courses are offered from beginner-level to advanced-level students.  The Artra Art School is open to all artists who are interested in developing or enhancing their skills.  Even for artist wannabees - those who believe that they can only draw stick figures - we have courses for you.

The school features instructors who are professional artists.  These talented professionals generously share their art knowledge as they demonstrate new techniques in class projects.  Students learn a visual vocabulary which they can use to bring increasing skill to their own creative works.

Frank Haddock, an award winning artist, is the owner of the Artra Art School.  He has appeared on television numerous times. Frank Haddock is one of those rare artists who has been creating and exhibiting his art work for most of his life.  His work is included many public collections such as the Alberta Art Foundation.  He easily works in all media from watercolour to oil to acrylic.  Frank has also been teaching for more than 20 years.  Frank brings a lifetime of experience to each of the art courses he conducts.

Perhaps the most enjoyable part of any course with Frank is his dazzling demonstrations!  Frank is known to do demonstrations of any subject his students bring to class.  Otherwise, he plans demonstrations to clarify concepts and show students how particular subjects may be developed.

Although he has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Alberta his knowledge of drawing and painting is largely self-taught.  Since Frank explored drawing and painting on his own he is familiar with the problems that his students encounter.  For this reason he approaches the education of his students with unusual insight.

Susanne Lamoureux, an award winning artist, a certified teacher who was nominated for excellence in teaching, brings her skills and knowledge to
both adults and children.  Susanne sees the potential artist in each student and she believes in unveiling this student potential. She spends time with her students to give them the best possible opportunity to
succeed.  With demonstration and instruction, individual attention as the students pursue their own work in class, and group discussion of the results, Susanne brings the standard of excellence to her classroom.
Students are able achieve beyond their own initial expectations.

Focusing on drawing, coloured pencils and oils, Susanne's enthusiasm is contagious and no student is immune.  Susanne teaches principles of art and these principles can be transferred to other mediums and art forms.

With the Progressive Individualized Child's Program, Susanne designed a curriculum with the objective of producing a high caliber art work from her students.  Like their teacher Susanne's students have won awards - and they have won numerous awards from local and national competitions.

You can visit the Artra Art School's website at http://www.artraartschool.com

The Artra Art School is pleased to present....

Tiger and Water Reflections
 

In this workshop, you will be creating a monochromatic (black and white picture) of a majestic tiger and his reflection in water.  Susanne will be guiding step by step with layering techniques and  creating texture with just one pencil!  The effects are truly amazing! This is a great course for first time users with Coloured Pencils or for those individuals who adore cats.  Percentage of Proceeds will be donated to the Hervey Foundation For Cats. www.herveycats.com (nominal fee for photo reference will be charged) 

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Sat. Dec. 5, 1-4pm  $55

How to Register:

Method of payment is by cash or cheque.  Payment for classes is due upon
registration and deadline for registration is the Friday prior to course
commencement.  Registrations are not guaranteed until payment has been
received.

Full refunds are only issued if there is insufficient registration.  No
refunds will be issued for any reason after confirmation of class numbers
have been made with the instructor.  No make up classes are possible.  Prior to this other refunds/cancellations are subject to a $10.00 processing fee.

In order to confirm actual registration with our instructors, we will not be
accepting registration without payment. This will eliminate last minute
un-paid cancellations that could cancel the class and therefore disappoint
other paid registrants.

Wonderful Watercolour!

Frank Haddock, the owner of the Artra Art School, is selling this exquisite original watercolour of a homeless feral cat he fed for many years.  This original watercolour is only $450. (includes frame).  A percentage of the proceeds from the sale will be donated to the Hervey Foundation For Cats.  It has a double mat and is housed in a dark wood frame. This painting will add beauty to your home for years to come.  For more information on this beautiful watercolour painting, visit his blog at www.frankhaddock.com.  For information on purchasing this painting please email Frank at frank@frankhaddock.com

Wanted: Artist Seeking Attractive Felines
Are you a proud owner of a beautiful cat?  My name is Susanne Lamoureux and
I am seeking any photos that you would like to share from which I can
create drawings and paintings.  The work I create from these photos will
decorate my handmade journals and cards.  A percentage of the sales of
these will be donated to the Hervey Foundation For Cats. You can email any
cat photos to smlamour@hotmail.com or mail them to Susanne Lamoureux c/o
Artra Art School 15607 - 100 A Ave.  T5P 0L5.  Any images received by mail
will be returned to the owner.  If your cat is chosen for a picture, in
return for your generous sharing, I will give a print of my work to you.
For more information, you may call me at (780) 443- 2462

Susanne Lamoureux is presently working on a drawing of a cat named Sophie.  Watch her blog as she posts her work in progress. Thank you to the individual who emailed her a picture and will get a free print when the picture is completed.  Visit www.lamorearts.com

Cards for Cats!

Susanne Lamoureux is selling cards and reproductions to help raise money for the Hervey Foundation For Cats. Her cards of her national winning piece “Sunday Morning Sunbeams” and People’s Choice Award of “Summer’s Final Moments” are for sale and percentage of proceeds will be donated to the Hervey Foundation for Cats..  The unique feature of these cards is that they also fit into frame and can be displayed around your home. The cards are only $4.50 each plus shipping and handling fee.  The reproduction of the above fits perfectly in a 16x20 frame and  are $45.00 plus shipping and handling cost.  It is a great way to have art in your home while supporting the Hervey Foundation For Cats.  For more information email Susanne at susanne@lamorearts.com