Participants must be paid members of MAA for the year 2024–2025.
Mastering Light with Vera Kisseleva
Are you ready to transform your acrylic painting skills? Join us for an exciting two-day workshop with the incredibly talented and award-winning artist Vera Kisseleva! Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned pro, this hands-on workshop is your chance to dive deep into the magic of light in painting and unlock new creative potential.
What You’ll Learn:
- Composition Mastery: Discover the essential principles of composition to create balanced, visually captivating artwork.
- Tonal Values: Learn to harness light and shadow, adding depth and dimension to your paintings for a realistic and dramatic effect.
- Color Theory: Master the art of color relationships and how to use them to create vibrant, harmonious pieces that pop!
Vera will guide you through several key demonstrations—including a tonal study and a full canvas demo—giving you the tools you need to bring your vision to life with light. You’ll also get plenty of hands-on practice with tonal and color The
studies, perfecting the techniques before moving to a larger canvas.
Fun Part:
This workshop offers you the freedom to tailor your painting experience! You can choose between creating two smaller pieces (12×12″) or diving into a single larger painting (16×20″, 20×20″, or even larger). Bring along your own reference photo to make the piece truly personal—especially one with captivating light and shadow—or explore Vera’s curated collection of inspiring images. Whether you’re drawn to glowing sunsets, sparkling reflections, or soft, diffused light, this session is all about unlocking the magic of light and making it dance on your canvas. Prepare to explore, experiment, and bring your artistic vision to life!
Bonus:
The techniques Vera teaches in this workshop are designed to be fully adaptable for oil painters, so you can easily apply them to your preferred medium. If you’re more comfortable working with oils, feel free to bring your oil paints and join in! While Vera will be demonstrating exclusively in acrylics, she will guide you on how to translate her methods to oils, ensuring you get the most out of the experience. Whether you’re blending luminous light effects or layering vibrant colors, these adaptable techniques will help you elevate your painting, no matter your chosen medium.
Why You Should Sign Up:
This is a unique opportunity to learn from an award-winning, experienced artist and passionate instructor in a supportive and inspiring environment. If you’ve ever struggled with capturing light in your work, this workshop is your chance to conquer it and elevate your technique
Come explore the art of light with Vera Kisseleva, and discover how to transform your paintings into something truly luminous!
Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!
When –Sept 11th and 12th 2025
Where– Manotick United Church ,5567 Manotick Main St,
Cost – $280
Time – 10am to 4pm (with ½ hour lunch break)
Medium – Acrylic & Oil both welcomed
Registration– workshops@manotickart.ca
Payment – treasurer@manotickart.ca
Max of 15 students for this class
About the Artist
Vera Kisseleva is an award-winning Canadian artist whose vibrant paintings bring the stunning landscapes of Canada to life. Originally from Russia, Vera studied fine arts and has a background in graphic design. Now residing in rural southern Ontario, she finds endless inspiration in the natural beauty that surrounds her.
For the past six years, Vera has been a full-time artist, gaining a devoted following across North America, Europe, and Australia. Her works are featured in several prominent galleries, including Blue Crow Gallery and Koyman Galleries.
Artist Statement: Vera’s art captures the essence of nature, transforming fleeting moments into timeless works. Working in oils and acrylics, she uses bold colors and expressive brushstrokes to create pieces that begin as outdoor sketches or photographs. Influenced by Impressionism and the Group of Seven—particularly Tom Thomson—Vera reimagines the classic landscape with her distinct style and perspective.
