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TESTIMONIAL from a first time painter:
"I took art classes from Jill Alexander. I didn’t know the first thing about painting & was way out of my comfort zone. Jill guided me through the process & the end result was great. Even if you only try painting once it is a learning experience for sure & a lot of fun. I now have a much greater respect for artists & an appreciation of artwork. Sign up at Jill Alexander Art Studio you’ll be amazed at what you can do!" S.Bruemmer ~ "It’s a mind, body soul experience. Thank you so much for offering these classes and delivering above and beyond Jill Alexander you are a gifted and kind soul." #theskysthelimit ~ "I came out of Jill's class feeling like I'd had a day at the spa."
~ "Jill, thank you for your fantastic instruction, your guidance improved my work so much. I love this one!" B. Kidd  B. Kidd inspired by the art of Emily Carr.
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"You'll do your painting your way but Jill will guide you!" T. Stevens
"I highly recommend the amazing Jill Alexander . Jill is not only an incredible artist but she is a fabulous guide/coach/teacher! If you have never put a brush to canvas, you will come away from this workshop having uncovered your natural creativity. Jill is a beautiful soul, and has a gentle vibe. She is absolutely a safe space where you can feel free to grow and blossom." A. Testu, Artist working at the Art Factory
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More Testimonials:
~ "It was a lovely night painting with you! What a great way to connect with my artistic teen. An evening without screen time does not happen regularly with an almost 13 year old. We will certainly have to come connect and create with you again!" K. Rose ~ "Your students thrive & excel, you bring the best out in all of us! I never knew that I would love anything as much as I do painting. That has 100% to do with Jill Alexander Art Studio and her incredible mentoring." J. S.Becker ~ "Jill knows how to bring out the child/artist in everyone. If you want to try painting - this is the lady to help you. It will inspire you and give you confidence." D. Wakely "I spent 3 very instructive, fun days with another friend under Jill’s tutelage as she guided us from start to finish. I created my first big landscape painting with acrylics and enjoy looking at it while I think back to the time spent in its creation. Jill is a skilled teacher who provides a relaxed learning environment as she gently guides us how to move through the various phases of creating our piece of art." P. Daling
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" Jill Alexander has an amazing way of guiding us, and helping us to look through a different lens, so that we can embrace our inner artist and create magic"! Tracey V. Stevens
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"Jill Alexander is a very talented artist and an outstanding teacher." ART FACTORY
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"Winter Wonderland"
2023 - 2 day workshop Class Testimonials: This workshop was SO much fun!!! K.K.
Such a fun day, thanks Jill! C.F. Sooo much fun! I learned so many skills! It is always magic being in your studio Jill! T.S. |
Lot's of fun & laughter. Enjoying myself immensely. K.R.
This was such an incredible workshop. I learned some new painting techniques while having the best time ! I highly recommend Jill's workshops to all ! M.R. |
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"A dreamland of colour...
Jill has a wonderful eye for "palettes" how certain tones work well together. Her studio is ablaze with it!" M.R.D. |
From not believing that I could paint anything, I've now enjoyed my third acrylic paint class with Jill & produced something worthy of hanging on my walls. She's a fantastic coach, mentor/tutor & can help your inner artist bloom! M.R.D.
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Thanks again Jill! A wonderful day being creative with you & the ladies! Cathy M.
Had a great time, I always learn alot! Brenda W. |
"Had an amazing time yesterday at Jill's
beautiful second floor studio, overlooking the Ottawa River. Just walking into the studio is a huge treat for the eyes with artwork everywhere! Time flew as Jill coached us in developing our ideas. It was peaceful, relaxing, a mindful exploration of creativity. We were all bursting with satisfaction!! Most highly recommended for the health of your soul... "Mary Rose D. |
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MONTHLY PROJECTS:
Will be posted as determined. * Cost is determined per project ** Pre-registration required - send me a message to be put on the list. *** Payment by e-transfer [email protected] to confirm your place. SEE UPCOMING PROJECTS BELOW. |
PRIVATE & SEMI PRIVATE CLASSES:
Choose your day(s) & time. Supplies are extra. Supply cost is based on the size of canvas you prefer & product/technique chosen. (acrylic paint/brush or product/palette knife). PRIVATE - $30 per hour class instruction fee. SEMI PRIVATE - $20 per hour class instruction fee.
YOUR BUBBLE GROUP OF 3or4+ PEOPLE Choose: 1. The subject matter for your group. 2. Your preferred time slot. 3. Single class of 3+ hours OR a series of classes, OR a full day of 6-7 hours (or more than 1 day) depending on the canvas size/amount of detail & complexity. |
ONGOING CLASSES:
Monday 6:30 to 9:30/10:00pm. ***$140 monthly fee to be paid at the beginning of the month. ($35 per class instruction fee based on 3 hours per class) ***A commitment of 4 weeks at a time which is about the average time to complete a painting in most cases. Depending on your subject matter & size of canvas, 1 painting maybe 2 would be created. Classes run with 3+ participants. For all levels, beginners welcome. Paint your preferred subject matter at your own pace. 1 on 1 guidance in a spacious studio as I circulate around the studio. Bring your supplies (canvas, paints, brushes). If you are new to painting you can borrow brushes & use my paint (small fee). I will then advise on paint brands & brush types to purchase for your new obsession if you decide to proceed with painting! Easels - table top and floor easels are available for use. |
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Choice of :
1. Acrylic brush work painting created in a single day or more. 2. Textural painting. 2 days are required for this technique. Day 1 is gel medium & palette knife. Day 2 is brush painting. 3. Mixed media creativity incorporating foiling (silver/gold leaf) &/or polymer clay accents. 2 days are required. Day 1 is painting. Day 2 adding mixed media details. |
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"As a student of Jill’s .... I recommend her 100%! She really is amazing! I started as a beginner and with the skills that she has taught me, I am now proud to hang my paintings on the wall. Thank you Jill!" Jenn S.B., Otter Lake, QC |
"You are an inspiration Jill! I loved taking your sunflower course, Your teaching method was so effective, not to mention relaxing & fun!" Cathy M. |
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Studio Location - 1054 Forrest Lane Castleford/Horton Township. 20 minutes from Arnprior & Renfrew. 1 hour from Ottawa & Pembroke. I welcome you to a fun & soul enriching art experience in the 2nd. floor studio. An inspirational spacious setting on the edge of the Ottawa River. Map below. |
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ART AS A FORM OF THERAPY:
I am not an art therapist. I do however know from personal experience the benefits of the creative process for anxiety/depression. Art creation is the form of therapy that works best for me & for students based on testimonials below. To become so involved and invested in a project allows the creator to enter the creative flow. A welcoming peaceful place providing a state of freedom, tranquility, calmness & piece of mind. The process of art creation helps to protect our internal peace from external chaos in these rapidly changing times that can easily produce anxiety, emotional disturbance, depression & in extreme life altering circumstances, PTSD. |
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I've been taking workshops with Jill for over three years now. Myself & the other ladies have so much fun. Not only do we get great artistic advice but we have become good friends bonding over our conversation. I strongly recommend her classes to get away from it all for a night. Shari M.P., Castleford
A great class! Cannot say enough about the quality & comfort that you gave to us in that class! . Odette D.M., Pembroke
An awesome 2 day course, Jill was just a terrific teacher! Looking forward to more. I’m still in awe of my tulips. I can’t believe that I did that! . Beth L., Pembroke
Jill has a passion for flower art with a twist!!! Her unique style: whimsy with vibrant colors are impressive. Her talents also extend to teaching. Jill is fun, makes everyone comfortable in the wonderful picturesque workshop setting along the Ottawa River, in Horton. Josie W., Arnprior
It was a wonderful experience to take an art course from Jill in her beautiful art studio overlooking the Ottawa River. Jill opened up a whole new experience for me with her creative art techniques from a palette knife/gel medium to letting your imagination run in many directions. Her calm helpful ways are to be commended. Definitely want to take more courses in the future! Elsie S., Norway Bay, QC
What a wonderful day it was painting outside with Jill at her home! The view on the river was spectacular! The one on one was perfect for me. I am a beginner with palete painting & needed some techniques. I am so looking forward in using these new techniques on my next painting. I would so recommend a private lesson with Jill. It was definitely worth the drive for Ottawa to Jill’s studio. Thank you! Marc M., Ottawa
Your creativity is very inspiring, your teaching methods leave a lot of room for your students to create on their own while learning, I found that you were very generous in sharing your numerous skills. Working with a palette knife/gel was new to me, I look forward to integrating this new knowledge in my art projects. Your calm disposition, your beautiful peaceful surroundings by the water made it a wonderful experience. I would definitely recommend this experience to all lovers of art. Nicole F., Ottawa “I want to tell you again how much I enjoyed your workshop at Wallack’s. Your process is very interesting and I’m sure I will enjoy using the gel medium as you taught us in the future. Thank you for sharing your talents, advice and your story with us. It was inspiring to be with you. Thanks again and I’ll look forward to another of your workshops in the future”. Susan P., Ottawa
Many thanks,….this course has opened up new & exciting options. Victoria S., Ottawa
“I enjoyed your class very much. I hope to take more of your classes someday and will be following you.” Teresa O.
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I had fun, I learned & met new people. I really enjoyed myself. But most of all I climbed out of a painting rut, with new ideas and plans & have been painting or thinking of painting every day since. Jill is very interesting, entertaining and helpful. I enjoyed the classes with her, i would recommend anyone at any level to try. Her studio on the Ottawa River is beautiful. Take a chance. Try something new. Call her about taking a class. You’ll have fun. Maggie H., Braeside
Jill, your studio is beautiful & you made your classes so enjoyable. You demonstrated your talent/technique in a very relaxed manner. The love you have for painting is obvious in every stroke of the brush. You have a natural talent that very few people can develop. Peggy C., Renfrew
Jill your freedom with a palette knife, gel, and especially colour has helped to get me out of my box! As a novice to the world of paint you have opened up many new avenues of exploration. Thank you. MB
Spending time in Jill’s class is such an inspirational experience. You will enjoy being there whether you are already an artist, stuck in a rut or a beginner. You come away with a head full of ideas. She paints with such a fresh approach & freedom. Everything is big & colorful. You can free yourself of details, rules & return painting to being fun, like it should be. It is a relaxing get away in her studio surrounded with her art, with the Ottawa River outside the window. Betty C., Norway Bay, QC
A wonderful painting experience… learning to use the palette knife was challenging but fun…I had a great day with an encouraging teacher. The results are in the paintings! You encouraged me to use my imagination when composing the flower composition & under your guidance the painting exceeded my expectation!” Barbara K., Golden Lake
Art has been one of my main interests for many years. I have played around with all media but settled on acrylics. In recent years, I have spent some of my time taking courses/workshops. For the past two days, I have taken a class from Jill Alexander, I must say I have learned so much from her. My approach to acrylics has improved significantly. Jill is a great instructor with lots of patience & a toolbox full of techniques & tricks.
Alanna L., Calabogie An excellent 2 day workshop- jam packed with new information. Jill was extremely patient, with a hands on approach, demos were frequent and always instructive. Jill circulates continuously from painter to painter offering advice when needed. A worthwhile 2 days... Thank you Jill!
K. Cowan, Ottawa “I thoroughly enjoyed this course and will definitely consider other courses with Jill.” “Excellent facility – Supplies and materials complete and most useful” “I very much enjoyed this class and I have learned so many things that I will use forever in my future paintings.” “Class was awesome! Looking forward to another with Jill”“Since my classes with Jill, I have been painting up a storm and having so much fun. Everyone is so impressed with my tulip painting, thank you for all your knowledge and direction.”
Charlotte A, Ottawa “Thanks again Jill for a wonderful learning experience.” Margo McCann
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Jill, I loved your classes you are so inspiring, and so kind to work with…. I so enjoyed my little flowers I painted and the way they turned out… they make me smile every time I look at them….
I can’t believe that I painted them… thanks to you and your time…. so much appreciated. Charlene M. Ross, Dunrobin Jill Alexander is a great teacher, who works in a very inspiring studio on the banks of the Ottawa River. Her classes are fun ,her style/use of color are contagious. Jill, Thanks for sharing your gift with us.
Martina E., Campbell’s Bay, QC Jill’s gel medium art class was a fulfilling & joyful experience for me. Jill an excellent teacher. listened to each of our interests &then advised us on color, technique, shading, composition & encouraged us. Sandy B., Ottawa
Thanks Jill, I REALLY enjoyed the gel medium workshop. Your gentle teaching skill & artistic flair has given me enthusiasm to unleash my wanna be artistic creativity with gel. What I enjoy about a workshop is the ability to stick with a project and get stimulated to create more. But what I really enjoyed was the fun we had in class and learning through fun is always a joy. Keep up the great work. Ali B., Ottawa
“I’m very happy that I enrolled in Jill’s class in Palette knife/Gel Medium Technique: Basics. She makes the learning process fun & thoroughly enjoyable as she guides us with her expert advice yet encourages us to express ourselves as individuals. I felt comfortable in her class & inspired to continue the adventure & improve my skills. Anne van der Greft, Ottawa
It was an outstanding fun filled course. Not only did I learn so much from Jill, who is an excellent instructor, I also had a great deal of fun. The other participants were also boundless in their enthusiasm for the technique we were all learning. I would highly recommend this course, I look forward to taking other courses with Jill. Susan A., Ottawa
“Thanks again for a great class, enjoyed the whole experience and soooo good to get lost in the creative process. Heeps of fun- you’re a great teacher” 😮
Sonia M., Ottawa “I enjoyed your class very much. I hope to take more of your classes someday and will be following you.” Teresa O.
“Jill your freedom with a palette knife, gel, and especially colour has helped to get me out of my box! As a novice to the world of paint you have opened up many new avenues of exploration. Thank you. ” MB, Ottawa “I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed the 2 day workshop at Wallacks. Your skill with Gel medium, the palette knife and colour were very inspiring. Your joy of painting with gel medium was transferred to your students and off we went with the most wonderful results. Thank you once again for sharing your skill and enthusiasm with us.” Betty Sullivan, Ottawa
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This was an amazing opportunity.
I had so much fun and learned so much. Jill Alexander you're a dear to share your knowledge with me. I haven't painted in 2 yrs and what a way to get back into it. Thank you. Julie Simpson Mccrindle, Ottawa |
Jill, thank you so much for another beautiful day of art at your studio. After a Long winter it was great to get together again. I have put the finishing touches on my painting and I really like it . Thanks so much for your "conversations "! Lol
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For all the painters in my circle of friends....... If anyone is ever interested in an AMAZING studio experience, Jill Alexanders Studio is the place to go..... So much inspiration!!! Loved it!!! T.O., Ottawa
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Thanks to Jill Alexander for another great day in the studio! Wish it could be done every Saturday. Odette D.M. ,Pembroke
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