Facilitator: Janice Garel

This visual arts workshop series is part of Jamii’s March Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right. Led by artist Janice Garel, the workshops centre around silk painting as a practice of focus, patience, and expression through colour and line.

Participants learn a traditional silk painting approach using the French Serti method, beginning with designing on paper before transferring imagery onto silk. Using black, silver, and gold gutta resist, participants define their compositions before applying richly coloured silk dyes. The process allows colour to move naturally within each outlined form, creating a finished piece that reflects both intention and spontaneity.

Each participant completes a 12” x 15” silk painting mounted on foam core, suitable for framing or tabletop display.

All materials are provided by Jamii, removing barriers and allowing participants to focus fully on the creative process.

These workshops are open to participants of all experience levels. No prior painting or silk work experience is needed. Participants are encouraged to engage at their own pace and in a way that feels comfortable and supportive.

Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited.

Support free community arts

Jamii’s workshops are offered free so that cost is never a barrier to participation. If you’re able, you can help pay it forward by donating through Jamii’s website. Your support helps keep community arts accessible and welcoming for everyone.

Jamii’s March Cycle is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming.