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call (928) 301-1929. Once confirmed return here to pay using PayPal.
All workshops take place 9:00 am - 4:00 pm at the
Sedona United Methodist Church at
110 Indian Cliffs Rd., Sedona, AZ.
Registration is open following the September General Meeting.
Participation is limited to 20 persons per workshop.
Julie Gilbert Pollard - January 23 - 25, 2012
$250 (Non-members $280)*
Teaching Medium: watercolor as primary medium, with acrylic used for minimal under-painting. Wet & Wild! Learn to make water look wet and splashy. Study the movement of water as it plunges and splashes: from cascading waterfall to babbling brook. Painting water that looks wet requires some basic knowledge of the dynamics of how water moves and how objects are reflected in the shiny surface. You will learn techniques that address the various puzzles with which the artist is faced when painting this stunning, fascinating - and yes,confusing - subject! In addition to traditional methods, learn to use "acrylic underpinning" along with vibrant colors in your "waterscapes". Julie often begins a watercolor and oil painting in exactly the same way: with dark acrylic accents. That technique--used for watercolor--is the topic of the Artist's Magazine (1987). The same technique - used for oils - is featured in her north light Book Brilliant Color, (2009)
The benefits of this method are numerous and enable you to get your painting "off the ground" very quickly. It's a unique approach that will add considerably to your repertoire of painting techniques! Julie will provide photos for class use or you are welcome to use your own reference material.
There will be demos, critique and lots of painting time.
Birgit O'Connor - March 26 - 30, 2012
$450 Members (Non-members $480)*
Big Bold Beautiful Flowers -in Watercolor
In this workshop Birgit guides you step-by-step through the painting process and shares her techniques of how to simplify a flower and find the WOW factor that creates dramatic paintings. Learn how to blend and mix color to give the illusion of depth by using a limited pallet. The techniques learned in this class are the same ones she uses for her larger 60"x120" triptychs, but for class purposes you will be using 1/2 sheets for the workshop a more manageable size.
You will start with a new composition everyday for the first few days, learn how to do large White then Red flowers then expand into more complicated compositions. The final compositions will be after Birgit evaluates the class and as time permits. Sketches and reference photos are provided to help you during the learning process so you can easily follow along with each painting demonstration. You are welcome to bring your own reference photos and work from those if you prefer rather then the sketches provided. Birgit will discuss what makes a striking painting and suggests that you bring a few of your own photos for the class to look at and learn from to see how by doing a few simple things can make the composition more interesting. This class is open to all skill levels but knowledge of watercolor is helpful but beginners are welcome and are encouraged not to be afraid.
Birgit is a sought after self-taught artist / instructor that teaches many National and International workshops. Her work has been published in over 40 national and international publications along with being included in many collections throughout the world. Her most current publications include Artist Magazine, Watercolor Artist Magazine and "L'Art de l'Aquarelle from France.
Birgit has won numerous National and International awards and is a signature member of LWS & CWA, her other memberships include Cambridge Who’s Who, Who's who in America, Who's who in American woman. Birgit has written two books by North Light publications “Watercolor in Motion”, “Watercolor Essentials” Birgit is a contributing editor to Artist’s Magazine and Watercolor Artist Magazine and has also developed her own line of successful instructional DVD programs which are available on her website www.birgitoconnor.com
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Cancelled reservations will incur a non-refundable $25.00 administrative fee.
Paul Jackson - May 15 - 18, 2012
$425 Members (Non-members $455)*
Reach the next level of artistic confidence and ability as world renowned master watercolorist, Paul Jackson, helps you explore design, color, value, textures and patterns. Through informal lectures, discussions, demonstrations and critiques you will be guided in refining your personal painting style. Come prepared to find logical and creative answers to your watercolor problems.
You will learn how to mix colors using a limited palette and how to work in thin layers of washes to build up luminous colors. Paul will lead you step-by-step with illustrations of the painting process and will demonstrate the versatility of watercolor paint. Emphasis will be on what makes a good painting, planning the entire picture area, the importance of thinking through the composition, good division of shapes, value planning, what to communicate about the subject, and how to correct mistakes.
If watermedia is your passion, then this highly energized painting workshop is for you! Paul's stress-free, positive approach toward the act of painting will inspire you to loosen up and have fun again. Expect an intense, concentrated and lively workshop where you will elevate your understanding of how watercolor can be controlled.
Paul is the author of Painting Spectacular Light Effects in Watercolor. His work is often featured in International Artist and The Artist’s Magazine. He is a signature member of the American Watercolor Society and National Watercolor Society.
Upcoming Workshops 2013
Betty Carr
Cheng-Khee Chee
John Salminen
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