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!
2026 Art Class Registration
LOCATION: CLOUD 9 STUDIO SPACE: 319B – 4th St. Courtenay, BC (upstairs from the Butcher’s Block) (map)
Register for Winter Classes by January 6, 2026 and be entered in a draw to win a $30 gift certificate for Valley Art Supply in Comox – one entry per class registered for.
Drawing: The Right Approach, for Complete Beginners
8 ClassesImprove your drawing skills with exercises inspired by Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, by Betty Edwards. Learn to see differently and enhance visual awareness. *No Class Family Day, February 16*
$289 + GST
Drawing: Capturing the Human Figure
6 ClassesDevelop figure drawing skills by learning to capture contours, gestures, and values. Explore proportions and learn to depict drapery for added expression and movement.
$299 + GST
Drawing: The Wonder of Trees
4 ClassesIn this class you will capture a variety of types of trees; such as trees in different seasons or in the landscape. Other elements you will look at are perspective, movement, textures and how to draw leaves.
$169 + GST
Getting Started With Acrylics
1 ClassLearn acrylic painting basics, including how to mix colours and understanding colour relationships. Paint your own unique abstract piece based on these new skills.
$159 + GST
Acrylics – Painting a Klee-Inspired Cityscape
1 ClassBuild on your painting skills and explore colour values by painting a cityscape inspired by Paul Klee.
$159 + GST
How to Paint Trees
1 ClassDiscover how to create your own tree painting from start to finish by exploring different techniques, planning a composition and learning how to mix a variety of natural looking greens.
$169 + GST
Destress with Creative Collage
1 ClassUncover personal insights, relieve holiday stress and enhance your creativity with this fun and relaxing medium.
$99 + 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 love learning in a group setting, and appreciate the opportunity to dust the cobwebs off a side of my brain which doesn’t get used very often these days.
-Claire
Tracy brought out the hidden artist in me and that is her talent as a teacher.– Wink