Ethereal October Trees Gouache Painting with Yulia Lisitsyna
About this Event
Ethereal Autumn Trees in Gouache Paint
Celebrate the colours of the season in this relaxing and creative gouache painting workshop. In this 1.5-hour session, you’ll discover the joy of working with gouache while painting an atmospheric autumn woodland inspired by the beauty of local forests.
Perfect for beginners and those curious about trying gouache for the first time, you’ll learn how to layer colours, create soft backgrounds, paint textured tree trunks, and capture the warmth of fall foliage using this versatile and forgiving medium.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have created your own expressive autumn landscape while discovering the unique charm and possibilities of gouache painting.
About the Instructor
With over 25 years of experience as a watercolor artist, graphic, and ornamental designer, Yulia has been teaching at the Ottawa School of Art since 2016, sharing her expertise in vibrant watercolors, bold acrylics, and intricate drawings. Her artistic journey began in Moscow, Russia, where she studied Fine Art, worked as a ceramic artist, co-owned a studio, and collaborated with the Paleontological Museum. She has participated in international exhibitions across Germany, Sweden, the UK, Canada, and the US. Since 2017, she has also taught at the Glebe Community Centre and Abbotsford House. A dedicated craft-maker, she has been an artist-vendor at ByWard Market since 2016 and has showcased her work in SAW Gallery, Shenkman Arts Centre, and BlueBird Café. Passionate about traditional media, she integrates medieval patterns, mythology, and light effects into her art. She is committed to supporting Ukrainian refugees and enriching Ottawa’s artistic community.
MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 81.21
