Tag: art

  • another four weeks of felt

    Wanted to get in on Four Weeks of Felt (aka I Love Felt) last time? Well, here is your opportunity! In Four Weeks of Felt, students will learn how to make felt in the wet-felting process. We will make: * a flat project (the ever-popular scarf!) * a simple form that can be crafted into…

  • In February we show the LOVE!

    It is the middle of winter. Energy is a little low, “sigh…” The weather is a little intimidating with all the snow and ice and icy cold mountains of slush. ?áIt’s not just the ubiquitous boots, but the whole experience of walking down the street makes people scream, “Ugg!” We see this and so, we…

  • impromptu art talk… video on “Poetry” in Fleurbain

    The other day I made a three-minute walk-about film of my exhibition “Poetry”. I had wanted to share the experience of walking through the exhibit, as well as the photos of individual works, online. Here it is: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHizaDPsUXg] The show is on until March 1st. Keep your eyes open for an announcement about an upcoming…

  • Intro to Painting: Old Masters Basics

    Intro to Painting: Old Masters Basics: In this eight-week course, students will learn techniques used in both oil and acrylic painting. Students can choose to paint in either oil or acrylics. (For absolute first-time painters, acrylic is recommended.) Natasha will provide you with a list of supplies you will need to bring, upon registration. Play,…

  • “Small Works” have big influence

    Small Works, the exhibition currently in Fleurbain, has had an effect on me. I spend a few hours each day in the presence of this collection of artworks. There are works by twelve artists (or artistic teams) to enjoy, and it is all food for thought. I like to compare and contrast the different approaches…

  • small works

    Some of Montreal’s artistic talents have come forth to present their gifts… to you. Visit us at Fleurbain during this season to take in some painting, photography and more… not to mention a cup of tea or glass of wine (depending on time of day!) BIG VERNISSAGE: Saturday December 10, 6-9pm Sunday December 11, 3-9pm…

  • Point Counter Point

    Our first exhibition in Fleurbain’s gallery space is on until December 7th… Natasha Henderson presents Point Counter Point, a suite of paintings that use the music and concepts of JS Bach as a point of beginning. The works are richly layered with paint and ideas. Counterpoint is a method of music in which concurrent themes…

  • creative building blocks

    Creativity knows no bounds… but it does work better when there are?ásome constraints! I read an article last night in the Globe and Mail, written by Russell Smith. I agree with his musings. I have seen students grow in their creative endeavours when there are?áconstraints placed on them, a few rules they must adjust to.…

  • Fleurbain. Is open.

    YES! We did it! We opened our doors to the public… On November 5th, we had a?á party and business-launch and vernissage of art! It was a fabulous evening. We are proud and happy to announce that we are HERE. You can join us! Tammy is available for full consultations and mini consultations. ?áPlease email…

  • Drop-In Painting!

    Ever held an urge to pick up a brush and?áput your thoughts and feelings into paint? Want to try out acrylic painting, but haven’t had the means nor the time for it? For an inspiring and creative Sunday afternoon or Wednesday evening, invest $35 and two hours of your time and see what you can…

  • private and custom painting lessons

    Now offered in Fleurbain… painting workshops that are tailored to you. Whether?áyou want to try painting just once, or would like to paint?áover?áseveral days, we?ácan accommodate you. Private?áor semi-private painting lessons for any level, in oil or acrylic, for any number of people from one to eight… let’s paint together! Instructor Natasha Henderson has years…

  • site under construction

    Fleurbain is under construction. Fleurbain is moving… moving in, setting up shop, shifting around, clarifying, distilling, and experimenting to compound our knowledge and expertise. Fleurbain is no longer only a dream and a website… Fleurbain is a site. We will have a grand ouverture and vernissage soon (probably in early November), but in the meantime…