Heather Smith
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > B.A., Hons. When I was about 11, my first favourite fine-artist was Rene Magritte for his striking but simple dream-like compositions; Since then I’ve remained drawn to imagery that conveys a subtle surreality. My visual style and imagery are also influenced heavilly by children’s book illustrations and by a lifelong fascination […]
Amanda Kopas
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > BFA Amanda Kopas is an emerging artist based in Hamilton Ontario. Amanda attended Haliburton School of the Arts for an intensive 1 semester program in ceramics and upon graduating in 2013 she bridged into the second year of the ceramics diploma program at Sheridan College in 2014. Amanda continued on to […]
Siobhan Lynch
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > Passionate about glass, Siobhan creates vibrant artworks that reflect her innate understanding of the interplay between glass and light. She is a graduate of the University of Guelph and Fanshawe College and works out of her studio, Siobhan Lynch Glass in Hamilton. Close to Ottawa Street North, the studio features her […]
Dawn Hackett-Burns
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > Acclaimed ceramic artist and Sheridan grad, Dawn Hackett-Burns lives in Greensville, ON and has been teaching children’s clay classes for over 10 years. Her own clay practice often references place and culture and utilizes pattern and repetition. Nature is also a recurring subject. She has a gift for designing lessons and […]
Wayne Moore
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > DVSA Currently teaching Painting & Sculpture at Mohawk College, Con. Ed, and Dundas Valley School of Art. Previously taught at Sheridan College, Con Ed. , the Art Gallery of Burlington, Visual Arts Mississauga, and Oakvile Art Society. BACKGROUND & TRAINING Ontario College of Art – Toronto – Drawing & Painting. EXHIBITIONS […]
Ward Shipman
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > B.A., B.Ed Ward Shipman’s gift is expressed, not only in his consistently impressive output of personal and commissioned work, but also in his dedicated career as art educator. He is a teacher of many years for Hamilton’s high schools, Mohawk College, and Dundas Valley School of Art. As the best example […]
Tina Destro
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > B.A. Tina has years of experience teaching and developing art programs for children and has worked not only at DVSA, but also The Art Gallery of Hamilton and The Burlington Art Centre. Previously, she spent five years teaching art programs at Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto, women’s shelters and senior facilities. […]
Teresa Seaton
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > BFA Teresa’s uniquely sculptural fine art stained glass is an artistic trademark featuring multi layers of glass panels with spun wire. Her use of a refined colour pallet creates a mood and atmosphere that is distinctive to Teresa, making her one of Canada’s most notable Fine Art Stained Glass Artist. Graduating […]
Susan Outlaw
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > Susan Outlaw was born in Mainz, Germany, 1973. She immigrated to Canada with her family in 1975 and settled in a small, rural community in Southern Ontario. Weekend hikes with her family influenced an early love for the natural world and even as a young child, Susan was enthusiastically using paint […]
Shelley Prior
INSTRUCTOR View Classes > CSPWC Shelley is an award winning Burlington artist and instructor and a signature member in the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour (CSPWC). Best known for her realistic approach to watercolour in a variety of subject matter, her artwork can be found in collections around the world. Her relaxed teaching style […]
