Katarina's Art Lessons

05/25/2026

Thank you to all students, parents, their family and friends who attended the student art exhibition reception last week Wednesday at The Arts Guild. It was an amazing turnout of over 200 people who came to support the artists and view the wide array of beautiful artworks from all ages.

The exhibition ran until this past Saturday and I want to thank everyone who spent their time to view the artworks on the public days of the exhibition. I am grateful to be able to share my time with everyone and it is truly a privilege to be a part of my students art journey in their life. I am aware that the only reason I can do this is because of the adult students and parents supporting these classes. Thank you so much to everyone.

I look forward to another month of classes in Term 3 (May-June) before the big summer break. After which I will depart to Italy to complete my master’s degree for the summer.

Art Lessons will resume mid-September for the academic year (Sept 2026-June 2027). In a few week’s time, I will post updated information regarding registration/fees/calendar/ etc. for Term 1 of the next academic year (Sept-December 2026).

Please stay tuned for updates: https://katarinamccourt.ca/art-lessons/

Best regards,
Katarina

05/18/2026

Public viewing for the annual Student Art Exhibition begins this Wednesday, May 20th and runs through Saturday, May 23rd at The Arts Guild, with the gallery hours from 12:00-5:00 pm.

This four-day public exhibition will showcase a beautiful collection of realistic artworks created by the students of Katarina McCourt. All are welcome, and admission is free.

For more information about the exhibition, please visit: https://katarinamccourt.ca/exhibitions/ or https://www.theguildpei.com/gallery

05/10/2026

I highly recommend purchasing frames at Ellen's Creek Gallery & Framing. (They're located at 525 N River Rd, Charlottetown)
They have a big selection and have prefabricated frames for canvases too, which is great.

Pine floater with canvas blowout special. Made in Canada, hardware included. While supplies last.

04/13/2026

✨Interested in developing strong, realistic drawing and painting skills before summer begins?✨
Katarina’s Art Studio in Stratford, PEI is now welcoming new students to register for Term 3: (May-June for this 8-week session).

Small-group classes are available for adults, teens, and children. Instruction is tailored for complete beginners, intermediate learners, and advanced students who want to build strong, representational drawing and painting skills.

Class sizes are very small (maximum 8 students per group), and spaces are almost filled. Register now to secure your spot.

Learn more about the lesson structure and fees:
https://katarinamccourt.ca/art-lessons/

For registration or inquiries, please reply to this ad or contact Katarina via Facebook Messenger or by email: [email protected]

04/12/2026

✨I am very excited to announce that the annual Student Art Exhibition for my art students will take place at The Arts Guild from Wednesday, May 20th to Saturday, May 23rd, 2026.✨

This four-day exhibition will showcase a selection of realistic drawings and paintings created by students of all ages. Each piece represents not only technical growth, but also patience, focus, and a deep commitment to learning how to truly see and understand form.

The works highlight the development of technical skill, observational accuracy, and a strong foundation in both classical and contemporary realism. Together, they reflect the results of consistent practice and disciplined training over time.

This exhibition is a celebration of the dedication and progress of each student, and offers visitors a chance to experience what can be achieved through focused, long-term study in traditional art.

Location: The Arts Guild, 111 Queen Street, Charlottetown (upstairs, in the theatre area)
Dates: May 20th–23rd, 2026
Gallery Hours: 12:00–5:00 pm

All are welcome, and admission is free.

Enrolment for new students is ongoing. Registration for Term 3 (May–June) is now open.
For more information, please visit www.katarinamccourt.ca or send a private message on Messenger.

04/07/2026

I want to share another round of beautiful artworks recently completed by the adult students in the Adult Comprehensive Group art class.

Students are currently working on a black paper drawing project using Prismacolor coloured pencils. The project is valuable to train one’s perception of light and shadow and for noticing subtleties of contrast. By drawing on black paper, we become attuned to noticing the lighter shade values, (rather than the darks), expanding and heightening our perception and range of values.

There are many more exquisite pieces still unfolding. I look forward to sharing more beautiful works as they come to fruition.

For lessons and more info: https://katarinamccourt.ca/art-lessons/

04/04/2026

Happy Easter weekend, everyone! 🐣🌸

I’d love to share a few new artworks created by my child art students. The kids have been working very hard this term, and a few have recently completed their pieces!

This term, students explored both acrylic painting and coloured pencil drawing. We started with the fundamentals on colour theory, colour mixing, and brush handling, then moved into a guided landscape painting. From there, students applied what they learned to their own personal painting projects.

Some groups have already begun their next project: coloured pencil drawing using Prismacolor pencils. Students are learning blending and layering techniques to create vibrant, lifelike results.

Stay tuned, as there are many more beautiful artworks to come from both the kids and adult groups! 😊

12/31/2025

I want to wish everyone a prosperous and wonderful upcoming New Year 2026! ✨
Term 1 of art classes has officially come to an end, closing out 2025. (Term 2 registration is now open!)

Students have worked diligently and patiently to refine their technical drawing and painting skills, and I would love to share a few of the many beautiful artworks my art students have recently completed. All of these charcoal drawings were created by adult students in the Adult Comprehensive Class during Term 1 (Fall–Winter 2025).

Stay tuned for more artworks from my other classes including the kids, teens and other adult groups in the coming months.

There will be a short break from art lessons over the next few weeks, and Term 2 will begin the week of January 18th. I really look forward to seeing everyone again very soon and meeting new students.

Registration is now open for new students who wish to enhance their art skills to a high level in realistic drawing and painting techniques.
Lessons are available for young children (ages 7–9), kids 10+, teens 13+, and multiple adult classes covering different subjects and levels.

View the full list of classes and term 2 calendar:
https://katarinamccourt.ca/classes-calendar/
Learn more about lesson structure and fees:
https://katarinamccourt.ca/art-lessons/
For registration or more information, reply to this ad or contact Katarina via Facebook Messenger or email: [email protected]

12/07/2025

✨ Elevate your drawing and painting skills in the New Year! ✨✍️🎨Katarina’s Art Studio in Stratford, PEI is now welcoming new students to register for Term 2 (starting January 2026).

Small-group classes are available for adults, teens, and children ages 8+. Each class is tailored for complete beginners, intermediate learners, and advanced students who want to build strong, representational drawing and painting skills. Learn to work confidently with graphite, charcoal, acrylic, oil, and more!

🌟 Class sizes are very small (maximum 8 students), and spaces are filling quickly. Early registration is recommended.

View the full list of classes and term 2 calendar:
https://katarinamccourt.ca/classes-calendar/
Learn more about lesson structure and fees:
https://katarinamccourt.ca/art-lessons/
For registration or inquiries, reply to this ad or contact Katarina via Facebook Messenger or email: [email protected]

09/15/2025

✨ Learn classical oil painting with professional realism artist, Katarina McCourt—limited spots available for the fall–winter term 2025-26!

Students will work through a series of guided projects, including a still life painting and a mastercopy study of choice, with the opportunity to advance toward creating a personal masterpiece under expert guidance.

Katarina’s Art Studio in Stratford, PEI welcomes new students ready to deepen their skills in oil—the traditional medium—while learning proven academic techniques. ✨ Spaces are very limited, so register soon!

Non-toxic oil painting practices: no solvents or harsh chemicals are used in the studio, making this course safe and comfortable for those with sensitivities or allergies.

To register or for more information about the lessons, reply to this ad, send a private message, or an email: [email protected].

For additional info about the lessons, studio policies & fees please visit: https://katarinamccourt.ca/art-lessons/