Summer Watercolour Workshop: Whimsical Flowers with Yulia Lisitsyna

Whimsical Wonders – Floral Composition

This 2-hour workshop explores expressive floral composition through playful mark-making and colour. Inspired by elements of Art Therapy techniques, the session is designed to help students relax while painting and decorating freehand squiggly lines, dots, and tiny strokes. Participants will colour tinted paper using bright, bold colour combinations of their own choice.

Students will experiment with Ecoline pre-diluted watercolour, along with traditional watercolour and soft-body acrylic paints to create layered, vibrant floral designs. Through guided instruction, you will explore texture, colour harmony, and intuitive composition while developing a whimsical and personal approach to painting.

All art supplies and materials are provided. All skill levels are welcome.

Duration: 2 hours
Dates: Thursdays, June 4 and 11
Time: 5:00PM to 7:00PM
Materials: Strathmore watercolour paper, Ecoline pre-diluted watercolour, watercolour paints, soft-body acrylic paints (white and grey primarily), ink, and acrylic or alcohol-based markers. 🎨🌸

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.

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