My goal as an instructor is to help each student at the level they're at and to create a positive encouraging atmosphere in which all can enjoy learning to paint.  Painting is my passion and I'd love to share it with you!

To register for workshops or studio classes e-mail Debbie at debbiemilnerlively@gmail.com or call 250-320-3779

STUDIO DROP IN CLASSES  -beginners welcome! 
Times: Tuesdays 9-12 or 1:30-4:30  Wednesdays 1-4 , Thursdays 9-12 or 1:30-4:30      Cost $60. 
Please contact me for the class dates.
​Bring unfinished paintings or start a new one. Lots of one to one help with all painting techniques! All lost paintings can be rejuvenated with a little help!
​Class maximum 5 students. Come have some fun and paint!

                     Workshops for 2023

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Harmonizing Colour- A NEW abstracted approach!- Oils or Acrylics
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Date: April 21,22 /2023
Times: 9:30-3:30
Place: Valleyview Community Hall
Cost: $210 GST included

A NEW approach to painting stunning, sunlit paintings no matter what the subject!
In this workshop I'll be teaching how to mix the colours according to the values in each area of your subject. By simplifying shapes and working only from a grey scale image you feel much more confident to use the colour combinations you love instead of just the local colours you see. I'll simplify the whole process for you.
We'll be using some tools to give the painting a more abstracted look. 

  Cavtat, Croatia Plein Air Painting Tour

                             10 days- September 18-27, 2023

               I'm VERY excited to have this opportunity to paint with students in
                                            the beautiful and historical Croatia! 

                     This tour takes place in and around the city town of Cavtat.
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            Plein air painting and sketching is a passion of mine! In this tour I'll be      
            sharing all my techniques to capture a small piece of the beauty around us.
            I plan on demoing with either oils or acrylics and watercolour. 
            Work in your medium of choice. Beginner Plein Air Painters welcome!! 
      
                       
          Painters have priority, but non-artist partners (shared 
​          accommodations only) are welcome to come and enjoy the area at their own 
          pace.
          Tour Cost : 2950.Euros + single supplement fee ( most people will pay this if 
          you are not travelling with a spouse/partner.
          Non- painting partner: 2750. Euros
          Single Supplement Fee 200. Euros
  
          Included: Accommodations, meals/local wine, art instruction
​          and transportation.

           For a detailed description of tour itinerary, general conditions
           and to register go to www.slikamilina.com
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            $300. Euros deposit required to hold your spot. 
            Full Payment due July 18/23

            Please contact me if you have any questions about the Tour etc.
                                              debbiemilnerlively@gmail.com

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            All Deposits will be refunded if Slikamilina cancels the tour.