Contact David Mceown

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Studio visits also  may be arranged in Vancouver and Richmond Hill - Ontario,  Canada through out the year. I  look forward to hear from you.

 

 

         

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Antarctic studio painting (detail) in progress. A primary pallet , a few brushes and paper try to breath life into a orca encounter towards the Lemair Channel , Antarctica (photo by @daisygilardini ) #orca #whales #antarctica #sunset #sunsetpain

Workshop and Expedition Dates

A listing of upcoming watercolour(watercolor) workshops, events, presentations, expeditions and exhibitions by Canadian watercolour landscape artist,  David McEown

Canadian Geographic Adventures
Oct
12
to Oct 16

Canadian Geographic Adventures

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In 2025 RCGS travel ambassadors, artist David McEown and photographer Daisy Gilardini will share their expertise and knowledge during this exceptional travel experience. Contact David for more information regarding bookings.

Klahoose Wilderness Resort:

A Klahoose Indigenous Cultural Experience, British Columbia

Canadian Geographic Adventure - Grizzly Bears, Photography, Sketching, and Watercolor Painting (October 12-16, 2025), Immerse yourself in the rich culture and wildlife of the Klahoose Indigenous community.

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Studio Exhibition by appointment with David McEown
Nov
5
to Nov 21

Studio Exhibition by appointment with David McEown

Join David at his Richmond Hill Ontario Studio for an exhibition of selected works featuring David’s watercolour originals inspired by nature, including Plein-air paintings, studio watercolours and a selection of giclée prints.

Open by Appointment Only , November 5-21, 2025

To book Calendar appointment contact David

414 Becker Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario.
Street parking and tea will be be available!

A wide selection of artwork on display can be found on David's Store Page.

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CSPWC/SCPA Royal Collection Trust 25 Project Opening Celebration 
Nov
9
1:00 PM13:00

CSPWC/SCPA Royal Collection Trust 25 Project Opening Celebration 

CSPWC/SCPA Royal Collection Trust 25 Project Opening Celebration 

Sunday, November 9, 2025
1:00 – 4:00 PM
The Arts and Letters Club,

14 Elm St, Toronto, ON

After the opening ceremonies and certificates, David McEown will be in attendance to give a painting demonstration.

Hope to see you at this historic event and venue!

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Essential Watercolour Studio with David McEown
Nov
22
to Nov 23

Essential Watercolour Studio with David McEown

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McMichael Canadian Art Collection

This adult masterclass welcomes participants at an intermediate to advanced level. It is also open to individuals new to watercolour but with prior experience in other painting mediums.

Workshop Highlights:

  • Techniques Covered: Dive into essential watercolour techniques and colour perception exercises designed to enhance your ability to paint directly from nature.

  • Creative Interpretation: Learn how to interpret and transcend sketches and photo references of wildlife and landscapes, transforming them into expressive studio paintings. Discover the spontaneity and fluidity of  watercolour and use as a travel-friendly medium.

  • Theme and provided reference material: Exploring the captivating beauty of  transparent Antarctic  icebergs and the vibrant charm of colourful penguins.

November  22, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

November, 23 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

McMichael Canadian Art Collection

Pine Cottage

10365 Islington Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Registration Details:

Secure your spot in this immersive workshop designed to inspire and elevate your watercolour artistry.

All available seats have been sold.
If you would like, you can add name(s) to the wait list for this item, Click here

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SVALBARD ARCHIPELAGO- NORWAY
Apr
22
to May 1

SVALBARD ARCHIPELAGO- NORWAY


SVALBARD ARCHIPELAGO- NORWAY
small group of only 10 guests on Yacht!

Photograph, sketch and paint the arctic wonders of Svalbard.

Renowned wildlife photographer Daisy Gilardini and an expert crew and Polar Guides.

David McEown , artist in Residence

FULLY BOOKED! please ask to be on waitlist and note May 7-18, 2027 dates will be released soon!
For information please request a Brochure

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GALAPAGOS ISLANDS BY YACHT
May
9
to May 23

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS BY YACHT

We will spend a full 11 days/10 nights aboard our privately chartered yacht sailing the
Galápagos Islands. That allows us to visit all the significant islands and gives us
the best chance for wildlife viewing.
We typically go ashore twice a day to observe and record the unique wildlife —
the same plant species and animals Charles Darwin encountered when
formulating his theories of evolution and natural selection in 1835.
Our days are full and involve both early-morning and late-afternoon excursions,
to catch animal activity at its peak and take advantage of the best light for
photography and sketching and painting in watercolour. Snorkeling sessions are available most days.
Evenings are set aside for natural history presentations, photo workshops, art demo and lessons plus
image reviews from the Tour Leaders. Viewing of the night sky at this time is
incredible, as there is no interference from ambient, artificial light from human
settlements. We search the night sky for the Southern Cross and other
constellations not visible in the Northern Hemisphere.

SOLD OUT, please contact David for waitlist information and brochure

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Watercolour and the Art of Seeing
Jun
10
to Jun 14

Watercolour and the Art of Seeing

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Hollyhock, Cortes Island, B.C, Canada

Watercolour workshop and retreat, with David McEown 

Inspired by the ocean shoreline, ancient forests and mountains of Canada's west coast we will explore watercolour’s magical flowing spontaneity and learn essential techniques as we  paint directly from nature. We also will practice perception exercises to enhance our, way of “seeing” and connectedness to the earth with this travel friendly medium. Accommodation, and healthy gourmet meals also available, plus access to many of the other activities offered at Hollyhock; yoga, meditation, bodywork, sea kayaking and nature tours.

Registration begins later in 2025. Contact David to receive first notification when booking online is available through Hollyhock Online. Note this workshop has sold out in the past!

Video from Hollyhock in May 2025.

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GREENLAND and SCORESBY SOUND
Aug
30
to Sep 11

GREENLAND and SCORESBY SOUND

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Photos by Daisy Gilardini

Embark on an unforgettable photo/art expedition to Scoresby Sound, nestled along the east coast of Greenland, aboard the charming three-mast schooner S/V Rembrandt van Rijn. This pristine wilderness, home to Earth's most extensive fjord system, presents an unparalleled fusion of untouched nature, dramatic landscapes, and ethereal Arctic light, making it a dream destination for photography enthusiasts and landscape painting artists.

 Autumn August 30 to September 11, 2026
, 
CHARTER OF THREE-MAST SCHOONER - 17 guests FULLY BOOKED waitlist

Please contact David directly for more information and/or bookings.
Contact us for Brochure 

Watercolour by David McEown

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ZAMBIA , SOUTH LUANGWA
Jun
30
to Jul 11

ZAMBIA , SOUTH LUANGWA

Renowned for its thriving leopards, wild dogs and bird populations, the South Luangwa National Park is a true hidden gem of Africa.

small group of only 10 guests ( now full with wait list)

photo Leader Daisy Gilardini and Artist David McEown

Photography and sketching in Africa with Daisy Gilardini and David McEown

For detailed brochures and bookings
please CONTACT DAVID

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Watercolour and the Art of Seeing
May
7
to May 11

Watercolour and the Art of Seeing

Hollyhock, Cortes Island, B.C, Canada

Watercolour workshop and retreat, with David McEown 

May, 2025. Inspired by the ocean shoreline, ancient forests and mountains of Canada's west coast we will explore watercolour’s magical flowing spontaneity and learn essential techniques as we  paint directly from nature. We also will practice perception exercises to enhance our, way of “seeing” and connectedness to the earth with this travel friendly medium. Accommodation, and healthy gourmet meals also available, plus access to many of the other activities offered at Hollyhock; yoga, meditation, bodywork, sea kayaking and nature tours.

Registration now open! (PROGRAM NOW FULLY BOOKED, PLEASE JOIN WAITLIST)

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Essential Watercolour Studio with David McEown
Mar
30
to Apr 6

Essential Watercolour Studio with David McEown

McMichael Canadian Art Collection  Adult Masterclass (Intermediate to advanced level, also also open to those that are new to watercolour but have some experience in painting with other mediums )

Introduction to essential watercolour techniques and colour perception exercises that will prepare participants the ability to paint directly from nature or create from the imagination. Also we will learn to interpret and transcend sketches and photo reference into studio a painting with this spontaneous and flowing travel friendly medium.

A course outline and reference material will be provided a week before classes start. (participants may work from there own photos that relate to the theme)

10:00 pm - 4:00 pm, March 30, 2025

10:00 pm - 4:00 pm, April 6th, 2025

Pine Cottage

10365 Islington Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Click here for Registration . (CLASS NOW FULL , Waitlist Available )

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CSPWC 100th Anniversary Exhibition
Mar
15
to Mar 29

CSPWC 100th Anniversary Exhibition

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What Grows Here, 26 x 46 inches , watercolour

I am delighted to announce that one of my favourite springtime paintings, titled “What Grows Here,” has been accepted into the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour’s 100th Anniversary Exhibition. The exhibition will be held at the esteemed Roberts Gallery in Toronto from May 15th to 29th, 2025. Opening reception March 15th 1- 4 pm , I hope to see you there!

“What Grows Here” was inspired by the ravines of Ontario, where I spent my childhood. These vibrant wildflower light catchers emerge briefly in the spring, capturing the sun’s energy before the forest canopy unfolds. The painting depicts various species, including the “mourning cloak” butterfly, white and red trilliums, yellow trout lilies, bloodroot, wild ginger, hepatica, and a hint of mayapple in the background, complemented by sugar maple buds. All elements are set within a Carolinian forest, which encompasses remnants of glacial moraine left behind by the last ice age. Regrettably, due to agricultural expansion, urban development, and city sprawl, these forest pockets are becoming increasingly rare.

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ONLINE LANDSCAPE IN WATERCOLOUR with DAVID MCEOWN
Jan
11
to Jan 25

ONLINE LANDSCAPE IN WATERCOLOUR with DAVID MCEOWN

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During this three session course, David will provide step by step demonstrations that will explore , essential watercolour , composition, working from a value sketch and transcending photo reference into an original intricate studio painting inspired by the landscape.

3 Saturday sessions,

David will record and edit each session in which participant will get a link to replay the lessons.

Jan. 11 th, (12:00pm to 3:15 pm (ET) 

Jan. 18th, (12:00pm to 3:15 pm (ET) 

Jan. 25th, (12:00pm to 3:15 pm (ET) 

Registration (NOW FULL with WAIT LIST)

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SUB-ANTARCTIC ISLANDS OF NEW ZEALAND
Dec
3
to Dec 19

SUB-ANTARCTIC ISLANDS OF NEW ZEALAND

SUB-ANTARCTIC ISLANDS OF NEW ZEALAND

DECEMBER 3-19- 2024

photo Leader Daisy Gilardini

Artist in Residence David McEown

The Snares / Macquarie Island / Bounty Islands / Chatham Islands /Antipodes Islands / Auckland Islands / Campbell Island

This expedition has huge appeal to pelagic enthusiasts, penguin fanatics and those interested in island endemics.

For those aspiring to capture every penguin species, this expedition brings you remarkably close to your goal. You'll have the opportunity to photograph endemic penguin species such as the Yellow-eyed, Snares Crested, Royal, Erect-crested, as well as non-endemic species like Gentoo, Rockhopper, and King penguins.

In addition to the diverse penguin species, there will be ample opportunities to photograph various species of Albatross, including Southern and Northern Royal, Light-mantled Sooty, Buller’s, Salvin’s, Wandering, and Chatham Island Albatross.

contact us if you’d like to receive the detailed itineary and/or proceed with the booking.

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Watercolour Inspired by Nature with David McEown
Jul
8
to Jul 11

Watercolour Inspired by Nature with David McEown

Gibsons School of the Arts


4 Day Studio Watercolour Workshop on the sunshine coast, Gibsons , BC.

July 8 -11, 2024

Explore watercolour’s magical flowing spontaneity and essential techniques. Enhance your perception, way of “seeing”, and connectedness to the earth with this travel-friendly medium. Through guided perception exercises and step by step demonstrations, participants will learn to paint transparent watercolours inspired by  nature. Light filled west coast forests and sunrise intertidal beach scenes will be our main subjects to  during this 4 day studio session.

(Intermediate to advanced and even suitable to artists new to watercolour but with some art background)

Registration now open! (CLASS NOW FULL WITH WAIT LIST)

Shoreline Embrace, 22 x 30 inches watercolour

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Haida Gwaii
Jun
7
to Jun 15

Haida Gwaii

Join RCGS Ambassadors
Wildlife photographer Daisy Gilardini and artist David McEown
aboard the MV Cascadia with Maple Leaf Adventures for this special Canadian Geographic trip.
June 7-15, 2024

Haida Gwaii, formally known as the Queen Charlotte Islands, is an archipelago of islands on the continental shelf off Canada's west coast. Join us for an 8-day adventure by land and sea. You'll explore the famed, rich marine life and rainforests, as well as the Haida culture. Includes the whole archipelago, from north to south, ancient to modern, including Gwaii Haanas and UNESCO World Heritage Site SGang Gwaay (Ninstints).

information and booking!

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Essential Watercolour Studio with David McEown
Apr
7
to Apr 14

Essential Watercolour Studio with David McEown

McMichael Canadian Art Collection  Adult Masterclass (Intermediate to advanced level, also also open to those that are new to watercolour but have some experience in painting with other mediums )

Introduction to essential watercolour techniques and colour perception exercises that will prepare participants the ability to paint directly from nature or create from the imagination. Also we will learn to interpret and transcend sketches and photo reference into studio a painting with this spontaneous and flowing travel friendly medium.

Our theme on this 2 day workshops will be inspired by the shorelines of Lake Superior. A course outline and reference material will be provided a week before classes start. (participants may work from there own photos that relate to the theme)

10:00 pm - 4:00 pm, April 07, 2024

10:00 pm - 4:00 pm, April 014 2024

Pine Cottage

10365 Islington Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

REGISTRATION is now open! (CLASS NOW FULL WITH WAIT LIST)

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OPEN STUDIO EXHIBITION
Nov
18
to Nov 19

OPEN STUDIO EXHIBITION

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OPEN STUDIO EXHIBITION

Join us at the Ontario studio for an exhibition featuring David’s watercolour originals inspired by nature, including Plein-air paintings, studio painting and a selection of giclée prints.

Saturday, November 18th, from 10 am to 6 pm
Sunday, November 19th, from 10 am to 6 pm

414 Becker Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario.
Street parking and refreshments will be available!

A wide selection of artwork on display can be found on David's Store Page.

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“A Watercolour Journey, from the Great Bear Rainforest to Antarctica”
Apr
22
1:30 PM13:30

“A Watercolour Journey, from the Great Bear Rainforest to Antarctica”

McMichael Canadian Art Collection Presentation with David McEown

During this live video slideshow presentation David narrates his adventures circumnavigating the polar regions and exploring the wilderness of Canada’s West Coast. This will be followed by a short break after which the he will present a 1-hour live watercolour demonstration and a Question-and-Answer period.

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm, April 22, 2023 (Celebrating Earth Day!)

Founders Lounge

10365 Islington Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

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