Classes, workshops and more

Residents of Saint Mary's and Marianne Villa art program.

2011-10-01T12:15:00.000-07:00

The focus of the art program I run at St Mary's and Marianne Villa is on maintaining and improving fine motor skills, cognitive skills, and on pure recreational enjoyment.

The residents I work with have varying levels of physical and or mental impairment. I have prepared for each session, two projects of different challenge levels.

I passionately feel that the act of creation is as important to those at the end of life's journey as it is for those at the beginning. One only has to see the look of joy in the eyes of a dementia patient who is creating, to see the value of these activities. Often no other program has the ability to hold the attention of these patients except for their weekly art program.

I also have found, that the resulting 'art' is a bridging tool for families to connect with their loved ones in care.

"C" and "L" 's work

2011-10-01T12:04:00.000-07:00

"C" and "L" 's clay reliefs.

"C" had lots of fun with a pallet knife and acrylic paints on this one.

I love the perspective "L" put into this painting, I feel like I'm standing at the foot of the tree, and looking up, way up.

"G" 's work

2011-10-01T11:57:00.000-07:00

"G"'s Mom says: Our six year old son loves to attend art classes with Robin. He has so much fun with her. He can hardly wait to see what he will be working on next. She has a wide selection of medias (materials) and resources, which has broadened our son's interest in different art techniques. He often chooses the direction of a session and the one-on-one teaching focuses directly on his learning pace.

Fund Raiser for Canadian Red Cross, Disaster Fund

2011-05-31T18:50:00.000-07:00

Saturday, June 18th, 1-4 pm
At Robin's Studio in Belmont
Cost $25.00 per person, all profits go to the Canadian Red Cross Disaster Fund for the victims of the Slave Lake wildfires, and the floods in both the west and in Quebec.
The event:
This 3 hour workshop is for all ages and abilities. You are welcome to drop in for one hour or for the entire 3 hours.
I'm going to set up the canopies around the pond, if Mother Nature is unco-operative we'll have to squeeze into the house so pray for a nice day.
I'll supply the art material, and instruction, all you need to bring is your sense of fun and a willingness to experiment.
Please e:mail me or call 519-644-0546, to reserve a spot, space is limited
Edit June 19th: We had a perfect day for our work shop. Everyone had lots of fun and went home with a very personal piece of art.
We raised $100.00 which has been sent to The Canadian Red Cross to add your donation click here

Spring classes

2011-04-09T12:44:00.001-07:00

Spring classes at the Art Gallery of Lambeth This session we will be studying, basics of drawing, form, and value. There is a couple of spaces left in my Thursday night class. 6:30-7:30, starting April 7, and of course I can take private students on a more flexable schedule, in my studio. contact 644-0546

Wasn't that a pARTy

2011-04-09T12:36:00.000-07:00

April 8th

A good time had by all

2011-04-09T12:34:00.001-07:00

pARTy Feb 18th

P.D. Classes

2011-02-12T06:02:00.000-08:00

I will be teaching P.D. Day classes at the St Thomas Elgin Public Art Center, 301 Talbot St , April 8th and June 3rd. 9- 3:30, bring a lunch, and some photos. For information and registration contact the Art Center edit: the April 8th workshop was a blast, we ended up with the maximum number of kids (12), each child finished three pieces, and most want to come back for the June workshop. If you're interested in the June workshop better call the art centre 519-631-4040, right away!

winter classes 2011

2011-02-12T05:41:00.000-08:00

Thursdays 6:30-7:30 pm, Feb 10 to March 31 (no class March Break)
This session we are studying the basics of composition through exploration with collage and mixed media.
Location: the Art Gallery of Lambeth, 2454 Main St Lambeth (London) Ontario
kids 6-12, $15.00/class or $75.00 for six classes (prepaid) most materials are supplied. Parents are encouraged to 'play' too, for a $5.00 materials fee.
to register call, 519-644-0546, or e:mail robin@expressivebrush.ca

Kids Kreate during March Break
Monday March 14, Wednesday March 16, 10:00-12:00
Fun with paint, collage, and clay.
Location: the Hub 14090 Belmont Rd (Westchesterbourn) Belmont (Municipality of Central Elgin), Ontario
kids 6-12, $25.00 per session, materials supplied. Parents are encouraged to 'play' too for a $10.00 material fee.
To register call, 519-644-0546, or e:mail robin@expressivebrush.ca

Lets pARTy! Having fun at an art party

2010-10-11T12:05:00.000-07:00

Sooo... what's a pARTy? A pARTy is when you invite some friends over, I bring the art supplies, and we play! The best thing is, is that this is an all levels kind of event, from beginner to pro. Absolutely no creativity or 'talent' is needed, as I will talk the beginners through the process, in between folks I'll help as you need, and the pros, well you can just let go and have a great time! So how do you have a pARTy of your own? contact me and we'll set up a time, then you invite your friends. Make sure they bring: -an apron -ink jet photo's printed on glossy photo paper,(cheap paper works best). -mementos related to the photo's, ie: pressed flowers, feathers, coins, shells, stones, ticket stubs, theater bills and invitations (photocopies if the original are precious) -interesting bits, I love rusty stuff, you may love broken bits of jewelry, anything goes! -old books, phone books, sheet music, maps, brochures, and magazines are all good. -a sense of humor, wonder, and exploration. I charge a flat rate per participant of $25.00, I bring all of the art supplies. I require a minimum of 3 participants in the London/St Thomas area, more for further afield. If you wish you may supply refreshments, but I really recommend that if be kept simple, since we're gonna get messy. Don't worry I bring plastic sheets! Review of October Workshop Robin Baratta presented a mixed media art workshop for the Elgin District Retired Teachers' Wellness Day in October 2010. It was a wonderful hands-on event and a totally fresh approach to preparing an art piece of which anyone could be proud. Robin came extremely well-supplied with a large variety of samples and materials to allow each participant to create something unique and personal. Robin has a fresh approach, great enthusiasm and energy to inspire anyone, especially those who do not necessarily see themselves as artists. Part of creating something entirely new in art sometimes requires one to venture outside their comfort zone a little, and she makes it a comfortable and risk-free experience. Event co-ordinator Millie G.

October workshop

2010-09-10T14:09:00.000-07:00

EXPANDING OUR HORIZONS—Part III
Contemporary Art: Altered Images with Robin Baratta

District 41’s Teachers Union, Third Wellness Day Oct. 18th 10:45-11:45 and 1:00-2:00
St. Thomas Seniors Centre Chestnut St St. Thomas
(non-members$25)

Contact Millie for registration and details.
millieg@sympatico.ca

Studio Tour Map

2009-09-30T18:41:00.000-07:00

click on to enlarge, then print map. Join us and enjoy the tour.

Fall colour and Studio Tour 09

2009-09-03T06:42:00.000-07:00

Fall colour and Studio Tour
Elgin and Middlesex County Artists (Ontario)
October 17, 18, 2009
10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily
Tour attractions, Art studios, and scenic views of Elgin/Middlesex counties
Profits from fees go to The Canadian Breast Cancer Society artists are encouraged to donate a portion of sales also.

contact Robin 519-644-0546 or e:mail (change at to @) littlebirdisatrogers.com

1-Jerry Potma, painter. Landscapes in Acrylic, plus
142 Forest Grove Crs. Dorchester
~~~~~~~~~Drive 7 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~~
2-Susan Hewlitt-Graham, oil, w/c, acrylic -floral, landscapes, plus
125 Mill Rd. Dorchester ‘On the Wall Art’
~~~~~~~~~Drive 15 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~
3- Robin Baratta, mixed media, environmental, plus
211 Brentwood Crs. Belmont
http://www.theartofrobinbaratta.blogspot.com/
~~~~~~~~~Drive 1 Minute to~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
4-George Mulcahy, carver. beyond the chainsaw
14086 Belmont Rd. Belmont
~~~~~~~~~Drive 2 Minutes to ~~~~~~~~~~~~~
5-Catherine Craig, sculptor. Clay and fibre
128 Dyer St. (North side) Belmont
http://www.catherinecraigart.blogspot.com/
~~~~~~~~~Drive 7 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~~
6-Rose Klein, Fibre artist, embroidery and sculpture
48330 Wilson Line, near Belmont ‘RK Beads’
www.rkbeads.com
~~~~~~~~~Drive 5 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~~
7-Belmont Corn Maze, Come enjoy a unique adventure in Lunn’s
10-acre cornfield maze .
46614 Crossley-Hunter Line. Near Belmont
http://www.belmontcornmaze.net/
~~~~~~~~~Drive 5 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~~
8-Gredig’s cider mill & Orchard
APPLES
U.V. treated and non pasteurize CIDER
CUSTOM BLENDS AVAILABLE
45976 Ron McNeil Line Albert: 519-631-7194
St Thomas, Ont Tammy: 519-633-8885
~~~~~~~~~~Drive 5 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~
9-Minerva Art Gallery - Kevin Morrell- owner
519-765-1616
11078 Springwater Rd N
http://www.minerva-art.com/
　
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10-Rokeby Orchards Honey Crisp
Macs...Cortland...Empire...Gala...Mutsu...Snow...
N. Spy...Ida Red...Red and Golden Delicious...
Cider...Squash...Gourds...Pumpkins
11766 Imperial Rd North
4 kms North of Aylmer at the BIG APPLE
~~~~~~~~~~Drive 2 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~
11-Covermead Bees and Honey
bee excited about our bee products beeyond honey,
bee discovery station, and heritage settlement buildings
11302 Imperial Rd North, closed Sunday’s
http://www.clovermead.com/
~~~~~~~~~~Drive 5 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~
12-Alymer wildlife and bird sanctuary
Hacienda Rd South side of Aylmer OPP College
http://www.naturallyelgin.org/
~~~~~~~~~~Drive 15 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~
13-Heritage Line Herbs, Silver Birch Outdoor Tea Room,
store, and beautifully landscaped herb farm. With over 150 potted
and/or dried herbs. For the Special events schedule call
Deb and Tom Benner 519-866-5577
53443 Heritage Line, Just east of Aylmer
http://www.heritagelineherbs.com/
~~~~~~~~~~Drive 8 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~
14-Carries Quilting and Knitting
519-773-5259
43 Talbot St. West, Alymer
http://www.quilt-n-knit.ca/　
~~~~~~~~~~Drive 15 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~
15-Lavender Blue, Lavender Farm and Gifts
47589 Sparta Line, East of Sparta 519-494-5525
http://www.lavenderblue.ca/
~~~~~~~~~~Drive 8 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~~
16-Orchard Hill Suffolk Punch Horse and Organic Farm,
Amazing fruits and veggies, beautiful horses, straw bale house,
community farm share.
45415 Fruitridge Line, St Thomas
519-775-2670 http://www.orchardhillfarm.ca/
~~~~~~~~~~Drive 11 Minutes to~~~~~~~~~~~
17-New Sarum Diner, country fresh down right good food, since 1943.
519-773-3101
46230 New Sarum Line, New Sarum
http://www.newsarum.com/

1-Robin Baratta, 211 Brentwood Crs Belmont mixed media and commission portraits map
website
2-Catherine Craig, 128 Dyer St Belmont, clay and fiber art map website
3- Rose Klein, 48330 Wilson Line map
4- Jerry Potma, painter, 142 Forest Grove Crs. Dorchester map
5-George, sculptor 14086 Belmont Rd map
6-Belmont Cornmaze, 46614 Crossley-Hunter Line map website
7-Minerva Art Gallery11078 Springwater Rd N Alymer map website
8-Clovermead Apairy, 11302 Imperial Rd N map website
9-Roakby Orchards, 11766 Imperial Rd N. map
10-Carries Quilting and Knit Shop, 43 Talbot Street W Aylmer map website
11-Lavender Blue, 47589 Sparta Line, Sparta map website
12-New Sarum Diner,46230 New Sarum Line map website
13-Orchard Hill Organics, 45415 Fruit Ridge Line, map website
14-Gredig's Cider Mill and Orchard, 45976 Ron McNeil Line, map
15-Susan Hewitt Graham, painter, 125 Mill Rd Dorchester map
16-Heritage Line Herbs, 53443 Heritage Line, map website