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Class Title: Trees All Around Us
Class Date: Sun, Oct 25, 2026 at 10am
Instructor Name(s): Jim Sears
Class Description: Trees are all around us, shaping the landscape as focal points or framing elements in art. In this engaging class, artists will explore techniques for sketching conifers, oaks, maples, arbutus, and more. Learn to recognize each tree’s patterns, structure, and character, and discover ways to capture their unique identity with confidence. Using pencil, then pen and ink, you’ll create a finished sketch that stands beautifully on its own or can be enhanced with a watercolor wash. Suitable for all levels, especially those with some sketching experience. Reference photos will be provided, or bring your own favorite tree images.
Instructor Bio: Jim Sears is a self-taught artist whose love of painting began early with oils and sketching. After years focused on work and family, he returned to art in retirement, refining his skills in pen and ink, watercolour wash, and coloured pencil. Inspired by coastal landscapes, travels abroad, and a forestry career spent in some of the province’s most scenic places, Jim brings a keen eye for natural beauty to his work.
Class Title: Trees All Around Us
Class Date: Sun, Oct 25, 2026 at 10am
Instructor Name(s): Jim Sears
Class Description: Trees are all around us, shaping the landscape as focal points or framing elements in art. In this engaging class, artists will explore techniques for sketching conifers, oaks, maples, arbutus, and more. Learn to recognize each tree’s patterns, structure, and character, and discover ways to capture their unique identity with confidence. Using pencil, then pen and ink, you’ll create a finished sketch that stands beautifully on its own or can be enhanced with a watercolor wash. Suitable for all levels, especially those with some sketching experience. Reference photos will be provided, or bring your own favorite tree images.
Instructor Bio: Jim Sears is a self-taught artist whose love of painting began early with oils and sketching. After years focused on work and family, he returned to art in retirement, refining his skills in pen and ink, watercolour wash, and coloured pencil. Inspired by coastal landscapes, travels abroad, and a forestry career spent in some of the province’s most scenic places, Jim brings a keen eye for natural beauty to his work.