Upcoming Classes – Urban Art Studio 101
Upcoming Classes
Art Programs
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Upcoming Classes
In-person art classes · Small groups · All materials provided
Welcome to our Upcoming Classes page at Urban Art Studio 101. Here you’ll find our current and upcoming in-person art programs, designed for beginners, returning artists, and experienced creatives alike. Our classes combine academic foundations with hands-on practice in a warm, supportive studio environment.
“Fill out the registration form below to secure your spot.”
Portrait Painting
Portrait Painting – Capturing Essence
Wednesdays
March 4 – April 1, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
May 6 – June 3, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
(5 classes / evenings)
Tuition: $340
Skill level: All levels
Medium: Oils / Acrylics
Instructor: Fred
Location: Urban Art Studio 101
Materials: Provided
Description:
This course focuses on painting portraits that go beyond likeness. Students learn to capture emotion, personality, and presence through strong structure, accurate proportions, expressive brushwork, and thoughtful color mixing. Personal guidance is provided for each student.
Watercolor Painting
Watercolor Painting – Light, Flow & Transparency
Thursdays
March 5 – April 2, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
April 9 – May 7, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
(5 classes / evenings)
Tuition: $295
Skill level: All levels
Medium: Watercolor
Instructor: Urban Art Studio 101 Team
Location: Urban Art Studio 101
Materials: Provided
Description:
Students explore watercolor techniques including washes, layering, color blending, and brush control. Learn to work with water confidently while embracing the medium’s natural flow and expressiveness.
Street Sketching & Urban Drawing
Street Sketching & Urban Drawing – Art in Motion
Tuesdays
April 7 – May 5, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
May 12 – June 9, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
(5 classes / mornings)
Tuition: $270
Skill level: All levels
Medium: Pen / Pencil / Watercolor Sketching
Instructor: Fred
Location: Urban Art Studio 101 & Nearby Locations
Materials: Provided (portable sketch kits available)
Description:
Take your art into the real world! Quickly sketch people, architecture, and everyday moments while observing movement, emotion, and storytelling. Sessions may take place indoors or outdoors depending on weather and inspiration.
Basic Painting
Basic Painting – From Sketch to Canvas
Tuesdays
February 18 – March 18, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
March 25 – April 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
(5 classes / evenings)
Tuition: $310
Skill level: Beginner
Medium: Acrylic / Gouache
Instructor: Urban Art Studio 101 Team
Location: Urban Art Studio 101
Materials: Provided
Description:
Designed for beginners, this course guides students step-by-step through the painting process. Learn basic color theory, brush handling, composition, and building a painting from an initial sketch to a finished piece.
| Program | Dates | Day & Time | Tuition | Skill Level | Medium | Instructor | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait Painting – Capturing Essence | Mar 4 – Apr 1, 2026 May 6 – Jun 3, 2026 | Wednesday, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM | $340 | All levels | Oils / Acrylics | Fred | Urban Art Studio 101 |
| Watercolor Painting – Light, Flow & Transparency | Mar 5 – Apr 2, 2026 Apr 9 – May 7, 2026 | Thursday, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM | $295 | All levels | Watercolor | Studio Team | Urban Art Studio 101 |
| Street Sketching & Urban Drawing – Art in Motion | Apr 7 – May 5, 2026 May 12 – Jun 9, 2026 | Tuesday, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM | $270 | All levels | Pen / Pencil / Watercolor Sketching | Fred | Studio + Nearby Locations |
| Basic Painting – From Sketch to Canvas | Feb 18 – Mar 18, 2026 Mar 25 – Apr 22, 2026 | Tuesday, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM | $310 | Beginner | Acrylic / Gouache | Studio Team | Urban Art Studio 101 |
Notes:
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All materials provided.
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Payment due at first class (cash or card).
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Spaces limited for personalized instruction.
How to Register
To register or request a class:
- “Fill out the registration form below to secure your spot.”
Spaces are limited to ensure personalized instruction.
I have had many instructors in art from my early childhood through to the community and University levels. Based on my wide exposure I can say the Farhad is an extremely knowledgeable instructor in the arts. Farhad is himself a very talented artist who also possesses the ability to instruct his pupils according to their unique style and individual ability level and has knowledge of many artistic styles.
He is a passionate instructor who shows great patience and dedication to each of his students and takes pride at seeing them accomplish and achieve their own artistic goals while not imposing his own upon them.
Overall, Farhad creates an environment that facilitates creativity and support that I have not seen before.
My first love is visual arts and after a long absence to pursue other interests, I have come back to it, starting with some art classes.
I was very fortunate to take Farhad’s Portrait Class at Shadbolt in January 2018. Since then I have taken Farhad’s life drawing and painting, abstract, pastels and photorealism.
Farhad is very knowledgeable in the different techniques from the old masters, impressionists, to the modern painters. He allows you to decide on your own projects and guides you as oppose to telling you what you should or shouldn’t do. He encourages you to find your own creativity.
I have learned a lot and am looking forward to attending more of his classes.
I was lucky to have chances to take Mr. Farhad’s several different classes: from portrait, figures drawing, hands and feet drawing to realism painting. These fantastic journeys have taken me to explore the art world which was blank to me before the classes.
I had little knowledge about drawing and painting at the beginning, and I had difficulty to draw three dimensional objects and gain colouring theories. Mr. Farhad has been so patient to help me obtain confidence to hang on in the art field.
Gradually, I began loving painting now and appreciating the nature thoroughly. Thanks a lot Mr. Farhad.
I will take more classes with Mr. Farhad, and hope my skills of drawing and painting will improve to a new level.