Resource person: Pam Petrie

Location: Parksville Community Centre | 223 Mills Street, Parksville, BC, V9P 2H2

Description:

By the end of World War I, disillusioned artists and intellectuals were horrified by what they saw. They began to hope that their art could become a political weapon of great inspiration and change. These artists of the early twentieth century began to value the inner emotional and spiritual life for their bold and visually intense works. Expressionism rebelled against traditional art, attempting to revitalize it in unconventional and intense ways. Learn about this powerful, albeit difficult to define, experimental style that portrays both anxiety and renewal. Discover its impact even today and its forerunner and leading artists who dared to ‘go against the norm’ .Then, in the second half of each class, go on to create your own unique painting, influenced by this avant-garde movement. All levels are welcome - experience the joy of creativity!

Instructor: Terri Bowen, BEd, MA, Master Graphologist, is a retired principal of a Learning through the Arts School in Calgary and has taught for VIU ElderCollege for over 10 years. Terri has won several Grand Aggregate Arts Awards from our local Lighthouse Country as well as is the winner of the first ever ArtWarz in Parksville. She works in many mediums and formats and welcomes commissions.

Mandatory membership(s):

• Individual Membership 2025-26

Available spots: 8 out of 10

Price: $66.00 Taxes not included

Notes: Supplies: All materials, except brushes, will be provided by the instructor for a fee of $35, payable in cash on the first class.

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