Art Classes in Courtenay
Welcome!
I am very fortunate to have had the opportunity to facilitate art classes in a community setting for over 25 years. I have witnessed much growth, learning and enthusiasm with my students as they start noticing so much more around them - many have continued practicing art long after taking a class.I look forward to creating with you!
2025 Art Class Registration
LOCATION: CLOUD 9 STUDIO SPACE: 319B – 4th St. Courtenay, BC (upstairs from the Butcher’s Block) (map)
Fun With Drawing Portraits
4 ClassesLearn to draw portraits, both realistic and abstract, using graphite, charcoal, pastel, and pen. Explore features, proportions, and texture.
$169 + GST
Flower Drawing Workshop
1 ClassCapture spring’s beauty by drawing flowers like daffodils and roses. Learn contours, shapes, and texture while adding color with pastel or watercolor pencil.
$89 + GST
Painting Abstract Portraits
1 ClassPaint an abstract portrait inspired by modern artists like Picasso or Miró. Plan, mix colors, and create your own piece on an 11” x 14” canvas with acrylics.
$159 + GST
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Drawing: The Right Approach, Level 1
Improve your drawing skills with exercises inspired by Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Learn to see differently and enhance visual awareness.
$289 + GST
Drawing: Perspective and Landscape
Learn to draw landscape elements like trees, clouds, and water, plus human-made features using perspective. Explore composition and work from photos using pencil, pen, ink, and charcoal.
$169 + GST
Drawing: The Figure and Drapery
Develop figure drawing skills using contour, gesture, and value techniques. Explore proportions and learn to depict drapery for added expression and movement.
$189 + GST
Artist & Instructor Bio
Tracy creates acrylic paintings in her studio in the Comox Valley, near the Puntledge River. She has worked as a professional artist and art teacher for the past 20 years. Her artwork is exhibited in many gift shops and galleries – she also has a successful online shop. Tracy is an encouraging, knowledgeable and thoughtful instructor who believes that art is an essential ingredient towards inner growth and self knowledge.
Creating and appreciating art gives people of all ages a chance to look at their life from a larger perspective. It reveals possibilities and also gives one the courage to try things a new way. Tracy
Questions? Please email tracykobus@gmail.com
What Students Are Saying About Tracy’s Art Classes
I really enjoyed your classes and learned a lot. Just even having two hours a week to do something just for me was so valuable.– Elizabeth
I’ve acquired some excellent, very helpful skills that I find have greatly improved my drawing. My frustration has been eliminated and now all I need to do is practice, practice, practice!– Sherry
Tracy brought out the hidden artist in me and that is her talent as a teacher.– Wink