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News about upcoming art classes and art workshops, Yulia's art reflections, and useful information and tutorials about different art materials and techniques.

YU Can Do It: Realistic Strawberry Drawing Tutorial

With the warm weather that's been knocking at our doors, there's no doubt about it: summer is well and truly among us! To celebrate the...

maxlalondee

2 days ago3 min read

Summer Art Classes In Kitchener for All Ages: Unleash Your Creativity!

Are you looking for a way to spark your creativity? Look no further! At our Downtown Kitchener studio, we offer engaging summer art...

maxlalondee

Jun 272 min read

It’s All About You, Mom – A Special Mother’s Day Art Sale

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the women who nurture, inspire, and bring beauty into the world — quietly, gently, and powerfully....

Yulia Balobanova

May 42 min read

Celebrating 50 Years – A Special Thank You!

March 9 is a special day for me—it marks 50 years of my journey in life, creativity, and passion for art! As I reflect on this milestone,...

Yulia Balobanova

Mar 51 min read

Celebrating 10 Years of Art, Creativity, and Community!

2025 marks a truly special milestone— 10 years since the journey of our Art School began! What started as a small local initiative has...

Yulia Balobanova

Feb 33 min read

Doodle & De-Stress: Sketch a Warm Hat in Just 20 Minutes—FREE!

Looking to add a touch of creativity and warmth to your winter days? This free online art lesson is the perfect way to unwind, have fun,...

Yulia Balobanova

Jan 272 min read

Creating Art: Transform Your Mind, Body, and Life

Art is more than just a creative activity; it’s a gateway to personal growth and transformation. When you create art, you’re not just...

Yulia Balobanova

Jan 193 min read

Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth, Creativity, and New Beginnings

As I look back on 2024, I’m filled with gratitude for the milestones, challenges, and incredible support that defined the year. From...

Yulia Balobanova

Jan 104 min read

Draw for Joy: Relax and Connect This Busy December 2024

The holiday season is here, and while it’s filled with magic and joy, it can also be incredibly busy. Between shopping, planning, and...

Yulia Balobanova

Nov 27, 20243 min read

Building a Creative Family: Nine Years of Teaching and Growth

November 15, 2015, will always hold a special place in my heart. It was a season of big changes, again - after four years of immigration...

Yulia Balobanova

Nov 15, 20244 min read

My First Guelph Studio Tour – Highlights and Reflections

Last weekend, I had the privilege of participating in the Guelph Studio Tour for the very first time, and I truly didn’t know what to...

Yulia Balobanova

Oct 23, 20243 min read

Our Art Studio Named Best Art Studio in Kitchener by DistinguishedTeaching.ca!

We are thrilled to announce an exciting achievement for our art studio! DistinguishedTeaching.ca has named us the Best Art Studio in...

Yulia Balobanova

Oct 16, 20241 min read

Drawing classes in Kitchener

This Fall 2024 we've started Drawing classes for Teenagers 11-12 + and Adults in Kitchener Studio. We are planning to continue in Winter...

Yulia Balobanova

Sep 10, 20244 min read

Summer Art Camp Week Three Highlights

We ran the third week of our Summer Art camps from August 19 to August 23 in Kitchener. Every camp is a unique story! This time, we...

Yulia Balobanova

Sep 2, 20242 min read

Summer Art Camp Week Two Highlights

We ran the second week of our Summer Art camps from July 22 to July 26 in Kitchener. Every camp is a unique story! This time, we mostly...

Yulia Balobanova

Aug 2, 20242 min read

Summer Art Camp Week One Highlights

We led our first week of the art camp in Kitchener this summer from July 8th to July 12th, here are the highlights from that week! This...

lianashirinova2

Jul 21, 20242 min read

Outdoor and Urban Sketching

If you are searching for a way to get into art, or are hoping for an opportunity to improve upon skills you already possess, outdoor and...

Abby Hiemstra

Jul 9, 20242 min read

Canada Day Card Tutorial

With Canada Day just around the corner we've decided to make a simple card to celebrate Canada's 157th birthday, here's how we did it!...

lianashirinova2

Jun 28, 20242 min read

Father's Day Card Tutorial

As Father's Day soon approaches, you may be looking for a way to celebrate your dad. In this blog post, we have created a sweet and...

Abby Hiemstra

Jun 14, 20241 min read

Summer Art Camps in Kitchener

With summer soon approaching, many parents are looking for a way to keep their little ones entertained while school is out. If that's...

Abby Hiemstra

May 21, 20242 min read