Ink Explorations

Ink Explorations

5 Week Class | Registration opens 2026-02-10 12:00 PM

Adult: All Levels
2026-04-19-2026-05-31
10:00 AM-1:00 PM on Sun
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$307.00 CAD

Ink Explorations

5 Week Class | Registration opens 2026-02-10 12:00 PM

Discover the expressive power of ink in this journey through one of the oldest and most

versatile art mediums. We will be working on a variety of papers and formats including Japanese paper, watercolour paper, Yupo and more, exploring line, texture, washes, negative space, and composition.
Tools such as dip pens, brushes, skewers, chopsticks, and plant-based sticks will be used to create both controlled and spontaneous effects.
Each session will balance technical skill-building with creative exploration - drawing from imagination, observation, memory, and photographic references.
We will also examine abstract mark-making and explore the process of ink-making itself.
Through presentations, demonstrations, and group discussions, you’ll gain insight into the historical and contemporary uses of ink.
Individual mentorship and peer feedback will support your creative development and help you articulate your ideas and process.


All levels welcome. Curiosity encouraged.

Note: No class on May 17- Victoria Day Weekend


Base Tuition : $282 + Material Fee: $25 = $307 Total
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  • What You Will Learn
    • Experimental mark-making and tool use
    • Drawing from life, memory and imagination
    • Techniques in line development, ink wash, texture and negative space
    • Exploration of abstract and representational compositions Introduction to ink-making
    • Historical and contemporary ink art studies=Individual mentorship and group critique

  • Please keep all receipts in case items need to be returned

    Materials for the first class will be supplied and other materials discussed in the first class
    • 3 Fine Liner Pens (0.8, 0.7, 0.5) black
    • Small bottles of India inks including colours.
    • Small bottle of Sumi Ink
    • Pad of Yupo Paper (11”x14”)
    • Water Colour Pad
    • Dip pen(s)
    • Ink Brushes


    Additional materials will be discussed in our first class
Oehmsen-Clark, Tina
Tina Oehmsen-Clark

Tina's work has always been an exploration between various art forms, including sound, dance, installation, sculpture and drawing. She has exhibited in various galleries, museums and public spaces in Germany, Denmark and Canada. Since moving to Toronto in 1996, Oehmsen-Clark has worked on art projects at the AGO, Ryerson Student Gallery, Dancemakers and Wychwood Artscape. Besides her own art practice, she has taught in a number of schools and institutions including TSA. Tina always enjoys working with a wide age range, and believes that teaching art is an interactive learning process, both to inspire and be inspired.