Celia Lees
Celia Lees began painting in search of self expression and connection. According to Celia, her work acts as a visual journal – while expressing herself may be hard, she can always find a way to communicate through the canvas. Celia loves working in large scale, and uses the motions of her body to direct her dynamic, gestural work. Her work has been exhibited in galleries in Toronto and New York, and she has taken part in residencies in France and Italy. She is currently based in Toronto.
CELIA'S COURSES
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Be Bold
In this step-by-step course, Celia shares all her tips and techniques to help you create big, bold abstract pieces.
Explore Brush Strokes
Learn how to use tools in multiple ways as Celia teaches you different brush strokes.
Minimalistic Textured Art
Want to play with a thicker, textured effect on the canvas? Join Celia on this journey.
Studio Tour with Celia
Take a look around Celia's art space as she shares her studio life with you.
Swatch Book
Celia teaches you how to create your own swatch book and how to apply it in your art.
Celia's Favorite Brushes
Watch Celia’s favorite brushes in action to get a feel for the types you might use.
The Importance of Negative Space
Learn all about negative space, what it is and how to apply it in your art.
Different Ways to Apply Mixed Media
Learn how to work with mixed media, from application to using the correct tools.
In Conversation with Celia
Join Celia in her Toronto studio as she answers questions from the community.
EXPLORE OUR OTHER ARTISTS
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Christine teaches through a self-aware process, encouraging artists to find their unique voice in all of her abstract art courses.
Celia’s methods combine bold self expression with artistic knowledge, teaching you to create large scale works in her signature style.
Dina knows how to find freedom in process, and teaches you how to embrace a more experimental nature and fearless attitude – no matter your painting style.
Kasia teaches how to create layered, emotive abstracts in her courses.
Elke’s courses will have you breaking your boundaries and exploring color in a whole new way.
Jaime teaches you how to master the art of water and create natural-feeling abstracts.
Molly’s courses will have you creating organic, texture-filled abstracts.
Sebastians's courses will teach you how to leave fear behind and create art that exists on your own terms.
Llewellyn guides you to create vibrant art inspired by the beauty of florals. 
Claire’s classes will have you embracing everyday magic with holographic abstracts.
CHRISTINE OLMSTEAD
Christine teaches through a self-aware process, encouraging artists to find their unique voice in all of her abstract art courses.
DINA ROUDMAN
Dina knows how to find freedom in process, and teaches you how to embrace a more experimental nature and fearless attitude – no matter your painting style.
KASIA KRĘCICKA
Kasia teaches how to create layered, emotive abstracts in her courses.
ELKE FOLTZ 
Elke’s courses will have you breaking your boundaries and exploring color in a whole new way.
JAIME LOVEJOY
Jaime teaches you how to master the art of water and create natural-feeling abstracts.
MOLLY SUPPLEE
Molly’s courses will have you creating organic, texture-filled abstracts.
SEBASTIAN CIUCIU
Sebastian's courses will teach you how to leave fear behind and create art that exists on your own terms.
Llewellyn Skye
Llewellyn guides you to create vibrant art inspired by the beauty of florals. 
CLAIRE BUCKLEY
Claire’s classes will have you embracing everyday magic with holographic abstracts.
Peter-Maximilian Ronsdorf
Peter-Maximilian will electrify your art practice with his unbridled approach to creativity.

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