Member Event
Mixed Media "Winter Garden" with Rose Cowles
Mixed Media "Winter Garden" with Rose Cowles
Brighten your day by creating some magic with rich colour and texture alongside Rose Cowles, who will demonstrate some of her favourite supplies. This workshop will help you cultivate a “Winter Garden” that warms your spirit throughout the changing seasons.
The experience and demo are more intuitive than precise, so feel free to follow along at your own pace using your preferred colour combinations and materials. If you prefer a more exact approach, check out the list of supplies Rose will be using.
Materials
Opus Essential Watercolours: Primaries for mixing, Payne's Gray, White, Titanium Buff
Caran d'Ache Neoart 6901 Pastels
Caran d'Ache Neocolor II: Light Cobalt Hue, Salmon, Ochre, Beige
Museum Aquarelle Watercolour Pencils: Anthraquinoid Pink, Light Cadmium Red, Raw Umber or Black, White or Naples Ochre
Caran d'Ache Grafcube RGB Coloured Graphite Sticks
Acrylic Posca Pen: White or Ivory
Holbein Acryla Gouache: Ash Yellow
Magnani Italia Watercolour Blocks Cold Pressed - 300gsm: 18x26 cm
Opus Virtual Demo Common Q&A - Click HERE
This event is for Opus Members — thank you for being part of the creative community!
Hosted by Opus Art Supplies & our Experience leader
Rose Cowles is a Governor General Award-nominated artist who creates full-time from her rooftop home studio in Esquimalt, BC. She earned a three-year diploma in Illustration from Sheridan College in 1990 and has won many awards for fine art, illustration, and design over her 30-year career as a freelance artist. Acrylics, watercolours, and oils are her most often used mediums. If you were to ask Rose what she is all about, she would tell you that she is in the business of simple pleasures that offer viewers brief, positive experiences. Rose’s work portrays everything from realism to the whimsical and everything in between. She wishes to be an inspiration for those who need it and, alternatively, a "kick in the ass" reminder to those who wish to do better.Website: rosecowlesart.com
Instagram: @rosecowlesart
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Frequently Asked Questions
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?
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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.
Some paid events are free or discounted for Artist and Creative Tier Members.
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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