Richmond Hill Art School

Richmond Hill Art School Fine Arts (after-school) education for kids/teens. One of the most prominent art schools in the GTA area for the past 12 years. Gorgeous modern facility.

High quality in every sense is guaranteed! Certifued teachers. Free trials. Best value. 🌟🌟🌟 A unique art school offering lessons in drawing, painting, illustration and new media to children and adults in Richmond Hill, Thornhill, Markham, Aurora, Oak Ridges, Maple, Woodbridge, and Vaughan. We also run social paint nights where people at any skill level (no previous painting experience required) ca

n drop by and paint with some pointers by our expert staff. These social paint nights are popular for birthday parties, girls night out, dates and just people wanting to spend a couple of hours painting. Our spacious and bright studio is fully equipped for corporate team building events, birthday parties, art exhibitions and many other events.

Your art deserves to be seen and remembered! 🎨Join Richmond Hill Art School’s Portfolio Prep Workshop, an 8-week hands-o...
08/24/2026

Your art deserves to be seen and remembered! 🎨

Join Richmond Hill Art School’s Portfolio Prep Workshop, an 8-week hands-on course for students in Grades 7–12 who are ready to create stronger work, refine their visual voice, and build a portfolio that tells their story.

In this workshop, you’ll walk away with:
• A curated, compelling, and diverse portfolio
• Stand-out work using visual storytelling
• Organized and well-presented artwork with confidence
• Applied design principles for stronger presentation
• Preparation for high school and post-secondary art applications
• Guidance with displaying your portfolio in interviews and presentations
• 1–2 fully developed and completed artworks
• Personalized feedback, critique, and professional guidance

Led by: Ivana Tovilla-Batiz, BFA
OCAD University Drawing & Painting graduate, RHAS alumna, MICA exchange participant, and experienced portfolio/admissions mentor.

Workshop details:
• Sundays, Sep 20–Nov 15 (No class Oct 11)
• 4:30–7:00 PM
• $640 + HST — Full 8-week course
• $80 + HST — Individual sessions (min. 2 required)
• All materials included!

Create the work. Shape the story. Build the future.
Register now—link in bio or visit richmondhillartschool.com/portfolio-prep-workshop

🚨 NEED A LAST-MINUTE SUMMER PROGRAM? SAVE 20% OFF OUR WEEK 6 SUMMER ART CAMP!Looking for the ultimate end-of-summer bore...
08/05/2026

🚨 NEED A LAST-MINUTE SUMMER PROGRAM?
SAVE 20% OFF OUR WEEK 6 SUMMER ART CAMP!

Looking for the ultimate end-of-summer boredom buster? We’re throwing a FLASH SALE on Week 6 (Aug 10–14)—and this is an offer you definitely don’t want to pass up!

Give your child a week packed with pure hands-on creativity, awesome art projects, AND the perfect balance of fun, play, and outdoor recess time!

⚡ OFFER DETAILS:
20% OFF Full Week & Pick-a-Day options for Week 6 (Aug 10–14) ONLY!
⌛ Offer expires Aug 10th. Spots are capped at 25 campers/day and filling fast!
*This offer cannot be stacked with our sibling discount and only applies to new registrations. Half-days do not qualify for the flash sale.

CAMP DETAILS | Ages 5-12
📍 Richmond Hill Art School | 10271 Yonge St. Unit #205 Richmond Hill, ON
- Full-Day: 9am-4pm
- Half-Day Morning: 9am-12:30pm
- Half-Day Afternoon: 12:30-4pm

Why parents & kids love our camps:
✨ Led by Professional Teachers: Qualified, passionate artists giving personalized instruction in a low teacher-to-student ratio.
🖌️ Daily Masterpieces: Painting, watercolour, mixed media & top-quality projects to ignite their imagination!
🍿 All-Inclusive Fun: FREE snacks, movie time, outdoor park recess, and ALL materials included—just bring lunch & a water bottle!
⏰ Super Flexible: Options for Full Week, Pick-a-Day, or Half-Day, plus extended hours for busy schedules.

DON’T WAIT! Tap the link in our bio to grab 20% off before spots fill! Or visit richmondhillartschool.com/summer-camp

🎨 Discover your child’s creative potential at Richmond Hill Art School!Our Fine Arts Program for Grades 1–12 goes beyond...
08/04/2026

🎨 Discover your child’s creative potential at Richmond Hill Art School!

Our Fine Arts Program for Grades 1–12 goes beyond drawing and painting. Students develop a strong foundation in fine arts, design, colour theory, observation, and creative problem-solving through weekly, instructor-led classes taught by professional artists and educators.

✨ With 36 sessions, all materials included, and small class sizes, our program is designed to help every student grow at their own pace—whether they’re just starting out or looking to refine their skills.

🏡 Join us for a FREE Open House!
Tour our studio, meet our instructors, and enjoy a complimentary trial class and art assessment to determine the best program placement.

📅 Open House Dates
• August 6 | 5–6 PM
• August 20 | 5–6 PM
• August 27 | 5–6 PM

These times/dates don’t work for you? Let us know and we can coordinate a private virtual assessment!

🎟️ Spaces are limited—reserve your Open House spot through the link in our bio, or visit richmondhillartschool.com!




🎨 Discover your child’s creative potential at Richmond Hill Art School!Our Fine Arts Program for Grades 1–12 goes beyond...
08/04/2026

🎨 Discover your child’s creative potential at Richmond Hill Art School!

Our Fine Arts Program for Grades 1–12 goes beyond drawing and painting. Students develop a strong foundation in fine arts, design, colour theory, observation, and creative problem-solving through weekly, instructor-led classes taught by professional artists and educators.

✨ With 36 sessions, all materials included, and small class sizes, our program is designed to help every student grow at their own pace—whether they’re just starting out or looking to refine their skills.

🏡 Join us for a FREE Open House!
Tour our studio, meet our instructors, and enjoy a complimentary trial class and art assessment to determine the best program placement.

📅 Open House Dates
• August 6 | 5–6 PM
• August 20 | 5–6 PM
• August 27 | 5–6 PM

These times/dates don’t work for you? Let us know and we can coordinate a private virtual assessment!

🎟️ Spaces are limited—reserve your Open House spot through the link in our bio, or visit richmondhillartschool.com!




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🎨 Applying to an Arts High School or College/University?Students in Grades 7–12 — this Portfolio Prep Workshop is for yo...
07/24/2026

🎨 Applying to an Arts High School or College/University?
Students in Grades 7–12 — this Portfolio Prep Workshop is for you! 💪

🗓 Sundays, Sept 20 - Nov 15 | 4:30 - 7:00pm
(No class on October 11)
💲 $640 + HST | Full 8 Week Package
💲 $80 + HST | Individual Sessions (*Minimum 2 Recommended*)
Limited Space Available.

🤝 Intimate class setting with personalized guidance.
🖌️ All materials included — just show up and create!

Led by artist Ivana Tovilla-Batiz, an RHAS alumna and a recent graduate of OCAD University (Toronto), having also attended Parsons School of Design (NYC), the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), and has gained acceptances to arts programs at the University of Toronto (UTM) and the University of Westminster.

Students will walk away with:

- A compelling and diverse portfolio tailored to industry standards
- Strategies for showcasing unique skills and accomplishments effectively
- 1-2 completed artworks to be included in portfolio applications
- Techniques for organizing and presenting portfolio content for maximum impact
- An understanding of the importance of visual presentation and design principles
- Personalized feedback, critique, and guidance from experienced industry professionals
- Confidence in presenting and discussing your portfolio during interviews

Spots are limited — REGISTER NOW!!!
🔗 Link in bio or visit richmondhillartschool.com/portfolio-prep-workshop

Join us for an exciting 2 evenings of expressive watercolour washes + crisp Micron ink & fountain pen detail! Walk away ...
07/15/2026

Join us for an exciting 2 evenings of expressive watercolour washes + crisp Micron ink & fountain pen detail!

Walk away with your own finished landscape painting to hang up at home! 🖌️ Perfect for beginners — no experience needed!

📅 Thurs, July 23 & Fri, July 24
🕔 5:00-7:00pm
💰 $175 + HST | All materials included!
👥 Limited to 10 spots

RETURNING ARTISTS: use code SAVE10ART for 10% off at checkout! 💫

🔗 Link in bio to save your spot!

Our Summer & Fall Art Workshops are filling up fast — and every class is limited to just 10 participants for an intimate...
06/24/2026

Our Summer & Fall Art Workshops are filling up fast — and every class is limited to just 10 participants for an intimate, studio experience! ✨ All Materials Included! 👀

🎨 Reserve your spot today before classes fill up! Register now and join us in the studio this season. ✨

🖼️ Abstract Painting: Art for Elevated Living Spaces
Create bold, layered abstract work designed to live beautifully in your home. Acrylics, modelling paste, mixed media & more, with instructor (Ivana Tovilla-Batiz).
📅 Sundays, Aug 2–30 | 4:00–6:30pm
🗓️ 5 weeks · 2.5 hrs/session
💰 $250 + HST

🎨 Try Everything: Art Exploration Studio
Never sure which medium is yours? Try them all — acrylics, watercolour, ink, graphite, pastels & more in one immersive week, with instructor (Ivana Tovilla-Batiz).
📅 Mon–Fri, July 13–17 | 5:00–7:00pm
🗓️ 5 days · 2 hrs/session
💰 $275 + HST

🖍️ Drawing in Colour: Mixed Media Merger
Explore pencil crayons, alcohol markers, oil & soft pastels — and learn how to layer them together into one stunning piece, with instructor (Ivana Tovilla-Batiz).
📅 Mon–Fri, July 20–24 | 5:00–7:00pm
🗓️ 5 days · 2 hrs/session
💰 $275 + HST

🍂 Mastering Acrylics: Paint with Confidence (Fall — Register NOW, this one fills fast!)
Our MOST POPULAR class!
Landscapes, portraits, abstraction, still life — develop your style over 10 weeks with instructor Andrew Sookrah (Andrew Cheddie Sookrah).
📅 Sundays, Sept 6–Nov 15 | 1:00–3:30pm (No class Oct 11)
🗓️ 10 weeks · 2.5 hrs/session
💰 $500 + HST

🔗 All details + registration in our bio or at richmondhillartschool.com/adult-classes

06/13/2026

Join us for a summer packed with creativity, colour, and confidence-building art projects! ✨🖌️

Kids ages 5–12 (beginners & experienced artists welcome) 👩‍🎨👨‍🎨

🎨 What campers enjoy:
• New art projects every day 🎨
• Acrylic painting, watercolours, mixed media & more
• Movie time + FREE snacks 🍿🥤
• 40 minute recess at our local park 🌳
• A bright, modern studio with caring, experienced instructors 🏫💛

📅 👀 Weeks Available:
• Week 1: July 6 – 10
• Week 2: July 13 – 17
• Week 3: July 20 – 24
• Week 4: July 27 – 31
• Week 5: August 4 – 7 (*4-day week)
• Week 6: August 10 – 14
• Week 7: August 17 – 21
• Week 8: August 24 – 28

📌 Camp Details:
• Full Day: 9:00am – 4:00pm ⏰
• Half-Day options available 🌤️ (morning / afternoon)
• Pick-a-Day flexibility available 📆
• Extended hours available 🌙
• All materials included 🎨✅

💲 Pricing:
• Full Week: $425
• Pick-a-Day: $100/day
• Half-Day: $50/day

Spots are limited—register early to secure your child’s place in our most creative summer yet! 🚀🎨

👉 Register now: https://richmondhillartschool.com/summer-camp/ or use the link in BIO!⛓️‍💥

06/03/2026

🐾🎨 What an incredible session!

A huge THANK YOU to every wonderful pet owner who came out to our Paint Your Pet workshop — you brought so much heart, love, and creativity into our studio.

It was beautiful to see how much you care for your furry family members — the way you captured every little detail, from floppy ears to bright eyes, showed just how special your bond with your pets truly is. 🥹

We are so grateful for each and every one of you. Stay tuned — the next Family Fun & Paint workshop is coming soon and we cannot wait to have you back!

🐶🐱 Drop your pet’s name in the comments!

🔗 Link in bio to see more Family Fun Workshops!!!🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒🧑‍🧒‍🧒🧑‍🧒

Experiment & create through an exciting intro to multiple art materials and techniques! 🎨✨Join us for Try Everything: Ar...
05/29/2026

Experiment & create through an exciting intro to multiple art materials and techniques! 🎨✨

Join us for Try Everything: Art Exploration Studio, where students will work across drawing, painting, and mixed media processes while exploring a wide range of traditional art materials in one dynamic course.

📅 5 DAYS | Monday - Friday | July 13-17
🕒 5:00–7:00 PM
💲 $275 + HST
🖌️ All materials included!

Students will develop a stronger understanding of:

✍️Drawing, painting, and mixed media foundations
🎨Colour, composition, and creative experimentation
🫟Texture-building and expressive mark-making
🖌️How different materials interact and layer together
🖼️Translating studies into a finished independent artwork

🤝 Intimate class setting with personalized guidance and hands-on instruction.

🎨THE BREAKDOWN:

Day 1: Foundational drawing and observational techniques
Day 2: Acrylic painting basics
Day 3: Fountain pen and ink drawing techniques
Day 4: Watercolour painting basics & mark-making
Day 5: Soft and oil pastel handling, texture, and colour application

Led by artist Ivana Tovilla-Batiz, RHAS alumna and OCAD University graduate, whose practice focuses on expressive colour, layered surfaces, and mixed media processes inspired by her Polish-Mexican heritage.

Spots are limited — REGISTER NOW!

🔗 Link in bio or visit Try Everything: Mixed Media IntensiveAttachment.tiff

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