Our Instructors

Our network of facilitators and instructors is made up of passionate and experienced professionals dedicated to fostering artistic expression at every stage of life. Each instructor brings a unique blend of talent, personality, and experience, guiding seniors through engaging workshops in painting, music, digital arts, and more.

What sets our instructors apart is the addtional in-house training they receive, which goes beyond traditional arts instruction. They undergo comprehensive training in multimedia and content creation, ensuring they can seamlessly integrate digital tools into their classes. Additionally, they receive focused education in pedagogy and course design, allowing them to tailor their teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of senior learners. Many of our instructors have participated or are currently participating in research programs exploring the benefits of creative engagement for older adults.

Stacey

Painting

Stacey, a retired art teacher, specializes in pastel portraits. Her warm, patient demeanor guides seniors to sketch expressive faces, drawing out memories and emotions with every delicate stroke.

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Gabriella

Multimedia

Gabriella is a Hungarian-Canadian visual artist who explores the role and value of labour and skill in the formation of identity & community. Her multidisciplinary practice encompasses drawing, print-making, book art, participatory projects, and accessible technology.

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Trisha

Textiles

Trisha studied Fine Art and Education at UWO, and Graphic Design and Advertising at Conestoga College, Kitchener. Currently, she is an active London artist on the London Artists’ Studio Tour & also loves teaching visual arts to all ages.

Jim

Theatre & Writing

Jim received a Masters Degree in Education through Western Ontario. Jim retired after a highly regarded and accomplished career in Theatre as a playwright, actor, producer and educator.

Jan

Drawing

Jan is a retired librarian and community programmer. She collaborates with other instructors to design and develop creative craft programs and activities for older adults who experience multiple barriers to participation.

Penny

Mixed-Media

Penny Wearne is the coordinator of the Creative Age Arts Studio in Dorchester Ontario. Penny is a retired educator who remains engaged with the community by facilitating interdisciplinary arts programming for older adults.

Kathy

Collage & Painting

Kathy is a retired Adult Educator and Consultant who works with organizations and teaching artists to design, develop and deliver creative age programming for older adults.

Leila

Calligraphy

Leila, an Iranian calligrapher, shares her love for Persian script in her expressive lettering classes. With a warm approach, she encourages seniors to weave poetry and memories into graceful, flowing designs.

Jim

Music

Jim created “The Jim Chapman Show”,  featuring live songs and stories performance geared to older adults and continues to perform at dozens of venues. After sixty years as a working musician, and the release of three albums, in 2023 Jim was inducted into the London Music Hall of Fame.

Bernie

Music

Bernie is a retired adult educator. He has recorded two solo cds and twice received nominations for London Music Awards Best Singer-Songwriter in the folk roots category.

Susan

Writing & Painting

Susan is a retired Thames Valley District School Board Art Instructor who studied English and Visual Arts at Western University. Susan now has a full time art practice and teaches older adults.

Dan

Music & Theatre

Dan is an actor, clown, director, mime, playwright, & teacher who studied theatre at Humber College and drama, English, education at Western University.

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