Painting Open Studio - All Skill Levels

Students please bring:

• Lots of paint in the medium you prefer to work with and colours you are familiar with and some you have not used before. 
• (oil, acrylic, watercolour, found materials, ink, gouache, pastels) 
• Charcoal and paint are very compatible and a great way to start a painting.
• Drawing materials – pencils, conté, etc.
• Sketch pad and book for notes
• Support – either paper, canvas, boards panels etc.
• Paint brushes, scrapers, knives - whatever other implements you may need
• Project references
• Open mind, magic, courage and lots of enthusiasm

Mandatory Studio Safety Practices 

Your health and safety is our priority. Our studio environments can have a number of objects, tools and chemicals that require personal protective equipment (PPE) or other consideration for your well-being. All persons (including faculty, staff and students) are asked to observe the following while in the shops and studios: 
 

• Wear sturdy and appropriate shoes such as sneakers, closed leather shoes or work boots open-toed shoes, flip-flops or high heels are not allowed. 

• No long, dangling clothing or accessories (scarves, flowing sleeves, chains, long necklaces, etc.). 

• Long hair must be tied back. 

• No bare skin if exposure to chemicals or tools/machinery is likely. 

• Appropriate PPE is mandatory when operating tools and equipment within the studios. 

• Please consult with the faculty or studio technician to determine the appropriate PPE required for specific machines and studio processes. 
   

Fit tests are required for courses requiring a respirator as noted on your material list. Arrangements will be made on-site. As these are mandatory safety practices, we will follow up directly with students who may have oversighted the above. Individuals may be asked to address any concerns before continuing to work in the studio. Be sure to buy appropriate, good-quality safety articles and equipment, i.e. safety boots, protective eyewear, hearing protection, work gloves, x-acto knives, etc. - Ask your supplier for advice.