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FALL 2010 WATERMEDIA WORKSHOP
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1st Session: October 31 - November 6, 2010 |
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A: Making Paintings More Personal and Stronger - Carole Barnes |
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Carole Barnes |
All Levels
This workshop will focus on making your work stronger by exploring your personal sense of color, line, shape and texture. Carole provides a bridge between realism and abstraction. Artists may work in acrylic, watercolor or any water based paint. New ideas for collage will also be presented.
The class will consist of individual critique time, lots of time to paint plus demonstrations and new lectures. Carole's experience and enthusiasm makes this a fun and exciting class!
Carole Barnes, A.W.S.-D.F., N.W.S., has a degree in Art Education from Penn State University. She has received over 50 awards and has served as NWS Juror and AWS Awards Juror. American Artist Magazine has chosen her as acrylic teacher of the year.
Website: www.carolebarnesartist.com
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B: Master Class - Harold Gregor |
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Harold Gregor |
Advanced
This master class is designed for accomplished, self-motivated artists who are interested in expanding their thinking about watermedia as an aesthetic enterprise. Participants may work in any watermedia desired.
Individual critiques will be scheduled to discuss not only the paintings done in class but also to review the participant's previous work. To this end, each participant is asked to bring representative samples of their art in the form of slides, digital photos, or if convenient, one or two actual paintings. Individual critiques will involve discussions about artistic options, personal goals, aesthetic concerns and art thinking.
Harold Gregor, Distinguished Professor of Art, Emeritus, at Illinois State University, taught painting, color theory and art history for 35 years, receiving the Burlington-Northern Award for excellence in teaching. He is the recipient of a 1993-94 National Endowment for the Arts grant, the 1993 Illinois Academy of Fine Arts Lifetime Achievement Award, and the 2006 National Watercolor Honor Society (WHS) Lifetime Achievement Award. American Artist Watercolor Magazine featured him in Summer 2008.
Website: www.hgregor.com
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C. Dynamic Flowers - Diane Maxey |
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Diane Maxey |
Intermediate to Advanced
Flowers for a week! Diane will lead the students into a week of exciting watercolor techniques and design concepts using flowers as the subject. The class will explore and dive into thrilling color mixing theories and challenging design concepts which Diane uses in her floral paintings to have them stand out from all other "posie" paintings.
She will work with each student to keep their paintings fresh and visually appealing. She will wrap all of this information into a fun, creative experience which will ignite the student's work with new electricity.
Diane Maxey uses her degree in Art and Education from the University of North Texas to lead students into floral watercolor experiences which will enhance their complete painting career. She will use lecture/discussions, slide shows and demonstrations to direct the students into new understandings of watercolor and design using flowers as the subject.
Diane's work has appeared in numerous publications to include: Splash 9, Splash 7, Splash 5, Watercolor Artist's Colour Mixing Bible, The Artist's Source Book, Painting Light and Shadow, Best of Watercolor Composition, The Best of Watercolor 2, The Best of Flower Painting, and Freshen Your Paintings with New Techniques to name a few. Magazines showcasing her paintings are International Artist Magazine, and the Spring 2000 cover of Watercolor Magic.
Website: www.dianemaxey.com
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D. Composition Based on the Figure - Carla O'Connor |
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Carla O' Connor |
Intermediate
This session stresses bold composition and strong design using the human figure for inspiration. A different aspect of design is the focus of each day's lesson. There will be a clothed model each morning.
Carla O'Connor, A.W.S.-D.F., N.W.S., has award winning paintings
that are featured in numerous publications including the Summer 2008 issue of American Artist Watercolor Magazine, The Artist's Magazine, American Artist Magazine, and International Artist Magazine.
Website: www.carlaoconnor.com
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E: Color and Watermedia - Stephen Quiller |
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Stephen Quiller |
Intermediate to Advanced
The object of this workshop is to build a firm foundation for the use of color in each artist's painting. This will be developed the first three days of the workshop while the participants and instructor work in transparent watercolor. Then painters will see how the transparent painting process can be further developed with transparent, translucent and opaque watermedia applications in acrylic.
Artists will develop an individual sense of color and regard for watermedia throughout the week.
Stephen Quiller, A.W.S.-DF, N.W.S., R.M.N.W., Society for Painters in Acrylic and Casein, has written five books from 1983 to 1999 to include Color Choices, Acrylic Painting Techniques, and Painter's Guide to Color and several instructional video tapes. A sixth publication, Water Media Painting With Stephen Quiller, was released in November 2009. His development of the "Quiller Wheel" is used by painters throughout the world.
Stephen is an internationally known painter who works primarily in watermedia, monotypes, and intaglio printmaking. He is best known for his innovative approach to watermedia painting and his use of color.
Website:
http://www.quillergallery.com
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F: All Things Water Soluble - Warren Taylor |
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Warren Taylor |
Open to Beginners without specific expectations and all other levels
Open to Beginners without specific expectations and all other levels) This workshop will devote time to exploring many of the new water soluble pencils, crayons, pastels and marker products on the market that many artists have but never really learn to use or explore.
After years of working exclusively with transparent watercolor, Warren has experimented and enjoys working in a new direction with these materials finding them to be very versatile and flexible.
This workshop will have no specific approach to subject matter but all visual imagery will be welcome: from realism to purely abstract. During the week, students will push their semi-opaque water based paintings to the limit, having fun and adventures all they way. This workshop will be a good setting to 'free up', become more gestural and spontaneous.
Warren Taylor, A.W.S., N.W.S., earned his Master of Fine Arts from Ft. Hays State University in Hays, KS and is presently on the staff of Midland College, TX. His paintings are part of numerous prominent public and private collections including Baylor University. He is published in many books and periodicals featuring 20th Century American watercolorist. Other accomplishments include: Award winner in San Diego Annual Competition, Arches Competition, Winsor Newton International Competition in London and a cash award winner in 2009 Watercolor USA.
Website: www.warrentaylorwatercolor.com
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2nd Session: November 7-13, 2010 |
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G: Seeing the Light - Representational Watercolor - Linda Doll |
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Linda Doll |
All Levels
The focus of this workshop will be seeing, understanding and capturing sunlight, shade and shadow. Techniques for sketching, drawing and completing painting studies, as well as the use of grid to enlarge these to painting size, will be demonstrated.
Beginners are welcome. Advanced students will be given individual challenges.
Linda Doll, A.W.S., N.W.S., is a teacher of both national and international workshops, and has work included in several art publications.
Website: www.lindadoll.com
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H: Power of Design and the Creative Process - Frederick C. Graff |
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Frederick C. Graff |
Intermediate to Advanced
Participants will explore conceptual and innovative watercolor approaches which will further develop and enhance their own personal style of painting.
A series of exercises, lectures and demonstrations will enable each individual to fully understand how to develop a painting which reinforces the elements and principles of design. Emphasis will also be placed on expressing oneself in an artistic and uninhibited manner. The different painting approaches and concepts introduced will enlighten both the traditional and contemporary watercolor artists.
Frederick C. Graff is a signature member of A.W.S., N.W.S. and T.W.S.A. (Master Status). He has been conducting watercolor workshops for the past thirty-eight years and maintains a studio/gallery in Medina, OH.
Website: www.fredgraff.com
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I: Open Studio - George James |
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George James |
Intermediate to Advanced/Master Level
Open Studio introduces a "third eye" to the equation of aesthetic understanding and artistic product ion. For the participating artist, this is an extra ordinary opportunity to reinforce his/her personal direction in making art. Having worked as a painter and a university instructor, George is a resource for both critical insight and conceptual understanding.
Finally, in the open studio, emphasis is on painting. Individual conferences are by request only; group discussions only occur when a question is of interest to the entire group.
George James, A.W.S.-DF., N.W.S., is Professor Emeritus of Art at California State University Fullerton. Working on synthetic paper with traditional watermedia, he has taken the watercolor experience to a new level. This area of research in watercolor has never been explored.
He has received a number of awards for the uniqueness of his approach, including the following: The Beechmont First and Gold Medallion (2009), AWS High Winds Award (2007, 2003), NWS Silver Star Medal, AWS Bronze Medal (2001, 1998), and the 1999 AWS Gold Medal.
Website: www.georgejameswatercolors.com
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J: Finding Your Voice in Paint - William B. (Skip) Lawrence |
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William B. (Skip) Lawrence
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Intermediate to Advanced
After you have explored all the "how to's" of painting, you are still stuck with the "why?" Without a clear declaration of what one wants to say in one's painting, it can become just an imitation of someone else's work. Skip challenges painters to rewrite the rules their way, to consider their choices and shake up their status quo.
Through lecture, demonstration and critique, Skip guides each painter to refine their intention and express it in new and honest ways. No one else but you can say what you want to say in paint Ðwhy settle for less? With insight, warmth and humor, Skip brings out the best in each painter.
William B. (Skip) Lawrence, received a B.F.A. degree from the Maryland Institute College of Art and M.A. degree from Towson University. His book, Painting Light and Shadow in Watercolor, was published in 1994. Skip is editor-in-chief of The Palette Magazine.
Website: www.skiplawrence.com
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K: Advanced Figure Painting - Carla O'Connor |
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Carla O'Connor
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Advanced
This session is for the experienced figure painter. This workshop will take full advantage of time available with the clothed model, emphasizing composition and individual style. Challenges will be presented dealing with design, abstraction, shallow space and personal content. There will be critiques, demonstrations, and as much one-on-one time as possible. Various water-based media are welcome.
Carla O'Connor, A.W.S.-D.F., N.W.S., has award winning paintings
that are featured in numerous publications including the Summer 2008 issue of American Artist Watercolor Magazine, The Artist's Magazine, American Artist Magazine, and International Artist Magazine.
Website: www.carlaoconnor.com
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L: Watercolor Painting - E.B. Lewis |
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E.B. Lewis
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Intermediate to Advanced
This workshop will explore the nature of creativity and image making in watercolor, and stimulate your individual voice and creative process. Students will work from photographs and still lifes in an energized and supportive environment.
Through demonstration and practical application, students will learn light theory, color mixing, composition, technical mechanics and observation. Classes will also include presentations about the principles of perception.
E.B. Lewis graduated from Temple University's Tyler School of Art and is a member of the Society of Illustrators in New York City. A nationally known artist and illustrator, E.B. has taught watercolor workshops throughout the country. His work is part of major private collections and has been exhibited in galleries across the United States. He has illustrated 50 children's books and won numerous awards including the 2003 Coretta Scott King Award and a 2005 Caldecott Honor Award.
Website: www.eblewis.com
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3rd Session: November 14-20, 2010 |
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M: Stained Paper and Collage - Gerald F. Brommer |
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Gerald F. Brommer |
Intermediate to Advanced
A studio course designed to take you in new directions using either acrylics or watercolors combined with collage, this workshop will feature design exercises which lead directly into designing with the subject matter of your choice.
The goals of the workshop are to help you achieve freedom of expression, learn to respond to surfaces, develop ways to abstract landscape imagery and enjoy the process of exploring a new means of expansion.
Gerald F. Brommer, N.W.S., A.W.S.,W.C.W.S., R.M.N.W.S., is author of numerous books and articles in art educational journals. His most recent book, Emotional Content: How to Create Paintings that Communicate, was published in 2003. Jerry has twelve instructional video tapes, including "Watercolor in Action-Responding to Nature" and "Exploring Watercolor from Location to Studio."
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N: Discovering the Natural Talent Within You - Edward Minchin |
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Edward Minchin |
Beginners up for a challenge - Intermediate to Advanced
Ted's paintings lean toward the semiabstract, but readily identifiable. Abstract works often materialize. He works in transparent watercolor as well as in opaque and transparent acrylic. His greatest focus rests in strong design, with a liberal use of inventive color. He has won over 95 awards throughout the US and abroad, and is featured in thirteen watercolor books including, Watercolor Techniques for Releasing the Creative Spirit (cover design), The Best of Watercolor, and The Artistic Touch.
Edward Minchin, A.W.S., teaches a positive approach to painting helping students recognize their unique abilities and strengths for expressing artwork. He is a firm believer in helping artists discover and develop their own natural creative talent and how to keep that inspiration alive on a daily basis. Each morning Ted will demonstrate two paintings, one abstract moving from transparent watercolor into mixed media, and one realistic starting from a thumbnail sketch approach. These simultaneous painted pieces will show strength in color, shape, design composition and experimentation.
Website: www.tminchin.com
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O: Painting the Figure from Photographs: Lessons in Seeing and Editing - Ted Nuttall |
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Ted Nuttall |
Intermediate to Advanced
Though often viewed as intimidating and challenging, painting the figure can be just as approachable as a still life or landscape and brings with its accomplishment a unique satisfaction and reward. Ted will discuss the pitfalls and plusses of painting from photographic reference as well as how to achieve spontaneity, character and life in your paintings.
Class will include daily demonstrations and one-on-one interaction with class members. As he shares his approach to figure and specific techniques he uses to bring excitement to his work, you will find your paintings taking on a new life and you will have great fun in the process.
Ted Nuttall is a signature member of A.W.S., N.W.S.,T.W.S.A., Watercolor West and Western Federation of Watercolor Societies. He is a figurative watercolorist whose painting expression was born out of his observation of people, his experiences and travels as a youth in a career Air Force family and a twenty-five year career in graphic design.
Ted is the quintessential people watcher, a habit that has engendered an intuitive ability to capture in his paintings the quiet, underlying character of his subjects. His work continues to win awards in juried exhibitions and his workshops and classes have benefited many through his personal and insightful instruction.
Website: www.tednuttall.com
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P: Open Studio - John Salminen |
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John Salminen |
Advanced Intermediate to Advanced
Open Studio is an opportunity for painters to create and experiment independently in their chosen styles while benefiting from the shared studio experience. Artists will work on concepts of their own choosing and John will share his critical expertise on an individual basis as requested by participants.
John Salminen, A.W.S.-D.F., N.W.S., has won over 175 awards in national and international shows, including the American Watercolor Soceity Gold Medal and the National Watercolor Society Silver Star. His work is widely represented in national and international publications, and he has recently released a DVD entitled, A Designed Approach to Abstraction.
Website: www.johnsalminen.com
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Q: Technique, Design and Expression - Frank Webb |
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Frank Webb |
All Levels
In this session, each day begins with a demonstration of how a subject is conceived and designed. He uses a different procedure with each daily demonstration, such as: how to divide paper, interpreting and recreating tonal values, shape making, and creating expressive color.
After the demo, he is available for consultation. Each day concludes with an appraisal/appreciation on each participant's work.
Frank Webb, A.W.S.-D.F., N.W.S., is a signature member of many watercolor societies. He is a world-class painter who has authored three books on painting and design and has made several DVDs. American Artist Watercolor Magazine included him in the top 20 watercolor instructors. He has conducted workshops in all fifty states plus numerous foreign locations. Frank is approachable and is dedicated to increased understanding of the process of art production.
Website: www.artshow.com/webb
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