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Karen Yurkovich

Continuing Studies Instructor

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Education:

MFA

Bio

Karen Yurkovich is interested in unbinding themes of GMOs, classical still life painting and the use of plants in medicine and culinary practices. Karen is engaged in projects with the Beaty Museum for Biodiversity in Vancouver, with Archeologia Arborea, a biodiversity foundation in Italy, and with Stein Mountain Farm in Lytton, B.C. Since 2022, she has been fundraising for Ukraine with the online group NAFO, which has raised several million dollars in aid. Karen was inaugural director of and professor in the MFA Studio Arts program at Studio Arts College International (SACI), Florence. Teaching is integral to her practice.

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Courses

Course Name Department Course Code Term
Painting CSPN 111 CS27/SP

Description

Portraiture is more than just capturing a likeness - it's about telling a story. This course centers on skills and techniques necessary to represent the unique essence of your subject. Through in-class sessions with a model and self-directed research, this course encourages you to explore portrait painting beyond the basics. You will learn to observe the nuances of facial proportions and features, how to capture details with accuracy and sensitivity, and create depth, dimension, and atmosphere in your portraits. Study different styles and approaches, and apply your knowledge of composition and colour to convey mood, emotion, and meaning. By the end of the course your portraits will showcases your ability to analyze and represent the essence of your subject in paint. Whether you're an aspiring portrait artist or simply looking to develop your painting skills, this course is an opportunity to advance your artistic journey using a universal fascination, the human face.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to purchase items before your first class.

Pre-requisites

No prerequisites.

Illustration CSIL 114 CS27/SP

Description

Nature illustration is a valuable medium for appreciating and understanding the richness and diversity of the natural world. Through close observation and hands-on practice, learn to translate natural environments, flora and fauna into dynamic illustrations. Capture the essence of nature and foster the connection between humans and the environment through art.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to purchase items before your first class.

Pre-requisites

No prerequisites.