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Make it Merry: The Opus Winter Paint-Along with Sonia Mocnik

Make it Merry: The Opus Winter Paint-Along with Sonia Mocnik

  • 45 min
  • North Vancouver
    Opus Art Supplies, 1021 Marine Drive, North Vancouver, BC, Canada · Directions
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$7.18

Join us in-store for a fun, interactive, and hands-on watercolour demo session! The Opus Watercolour Paint-Along is a dynamic mini-workshop for artists of all experience levels—from complete beginners eager to try watercolour for the first time to experienced painters looking to test our professional-grade supplies.

During the guided activity, Sonia will walk you through simple techniques—such as wet-on-wet washes, dry-brush details, water control, and colour mixing—to create a charming seasonal card.  Come explore your creativity, discover new techniques, and experience the quality of Opus watercolour materials firsthand!

Materials  - provided

Opus Essential Watercolours: Phthalo Blue or Aquamarine Blue and Permanent Rose

Opus Galiano Watercolour Brushes: Round 4 and 8, Flat ¼.

Opus Essential Watercolour Paper

Mixing Palette, Water Container, Paper Towels

 

Meet your artist

Sonia Mocnik

Sonia Mocnik is a Canadian watercolourist inspired by her surroundings. Born in Vancouver, she has always enjoyed creating art. Her artwork captures colour and light, and their relationship, through the stroke of a paintbrush on paper. Plein Air is one of her favourite activities, and she has won several awards. She instructs watercolour classes and... Read more
Sonia Mocnik is a Canadian watercolourist inspired by her surroundings. Born in Vancouver, she has always enjoyed creating art. Her artwork captures colour and light, and their relationship, through the stroke of a paintbrush on paper. Plein Air is one of her favourite activities, and she has won several awards. She instructs watercolour classes and is an Exhibiting Member of the Federation of Canadian Artists, Westvan Arts Council, and the Art Rental Program at NorthVanArts.com. She shares watercolour videos on YouTube. Her studio is at Portside Studios, 150 McLean Dr., Vancouver, B.C.

Website: soniamocnik.com
Instagram: @soniamocnik
Facebook: Artist Sonia Mocnik
Youtube: Watercolours with Sonia Mocnik
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How does the $10 store credit work?

Book an in-store event that's $10 or more and we'll add $10 in store credit to your Opus membership, for every membership tier. Spend it on anything, in store or online. Membership is free to join.

Do I have to register in advance?

Yes—most events require registration to reserve your spot. Free demos with limited space can fill up quickly, so we recommend signing up early.

What’s included in a paid vs free event?

Paid events may include hands-on instruction, materials, and exclusive product offers. The details will be listed on the event page.

Free events may include a short, informative session led by an artist—perfect for picking up techniques, learning about materials, and sparking inspiration. You’re welcome to paint along, but it’s not required.

Will I get a recording if I miss an online event?

No. These demos are live-only. If recorded, the footage is gifted to the artist and not shared publicly.

Can I attend an online event if I don’t live in BC?

Yes! Our online events are open to artists across Canada and beyond.

Where are events held?

We host events both in-store at select Opus locations and online via Zoom or other platforms. The location and format will always be clearly stated.

I registered but didn’t receive a confirmation email. What should I do?

Check your junk or spam folders first. If you’re still unsure, email Pamela Mark at pmark@opusartsupplies.com to confirm your registration.

What’s the difference between free and paid events?

Free events are short, demo-based sessions led by professional artists—great for inspiration and learning.

Paid events offer deeper, hands-on instruction with more time, materials, or exclusive access. They’re ideal for artists looking to grow their skills.

Every Opus member gets $10 back in store credit on in-store events that are $10 or more. On longer workshops that cost more, you still get $10 back and the rest goes to the artist teaching.

Is it okay to ask questions during the demo?

Absolutely. Use the community chat to ask demo-related questions. Our host will relay them to the artist as time allows.

When will I be let in from the Zoom waiting room?

We open the room right at the start time. Arrive a couple of minutes early to avoid delays.

How can I apply to be a demo artist?

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