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June 2020
HANDMADE PIGMENTS WORKSHOP, Celeste Johnston: Two-day workshops. Learn how to make pigments from earth, mineral and organic matter and grind and process them into watercolor, gouache and oil paint. Snacks Provided. Supplies: Students will need their own mortar and pestle. These can be purchased at most Kitchen shops or World Market. Part 1 Date: Saturday and Sunday, June 6th Time: 11am-3pm Cost: $50 Members/$55 Non-members Celeste Johnston: 804.401.0546 Cbotanart@aol.com Part 2 Date: Sunday, June [...]
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DRAWING AND PAINTING INTO CONTEMPORARY ABSTRACTION, Kim DiNatale, MFA In this 2-day painting and drawing workshop, we will learn to use traditional materials and techniques—to explore and learn contemporary Abstract Expressionism concepts. The projects will have an art historical grounding based on 20th century artists. One day will be spent drawing and the second day painting, creating finished artwork (11x14s and 18x24s) suitable for framing. All professional-grade supplies are provided for use—bring your favorites too! [...]
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SILVERPOINT WORKSHOP, Celeste Johnston: One-day workshop. A medium used by the old masters. Styluses containing a sharpened silverwire produce delicate, pale lines that tarnish over time. Drawings will have a lovely glow due to the layers of silver. Students will learn to apply silverpoint to a simple ground prepared in class and to add color if desired. Suitable for beginners. Snacks provided, please bring a bag lunch. Please contact the instructor for any questions. Date: [...]
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BEGINNING BOTANICAL ART and ILLUSTRATION WORKSHOP, Celeste Johnston: Two-day workshop. Students will learn history, traditions and procedures needed to create a botanical work of art. Depicting, color, form and detail they will be scientifically accurate through careful observation of complex structures. Some drawing is helpful. Teens and adults, 5 students min. All materials provided. Snacks provided, please bring a bag lunch. Part 1 Date: Saturday, August 22nd Time: 11am-3pm Cost: $50 Members/$55 Non-members Celeste Johnston: [...]
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DRAWING AND PAINTING INTO CONTEMPORARY ABSTRACTION, Kim DiNatale, MFA In this 2-day painting and drawing workshop, we will learn to use traditional materials and techniques—to explore and learn contemporary Abstract Expressionism concepts. The projects will have an art historical grounding based on 20th century artists. One day will be spent drawing and the second day painting, creating finished artwork (11x14s and 18x24s) suitable for framing. All professional-grade supplies are provided for use—bring your favorites too! [...]
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DRAWING AND PAINTING INTO CONTEMPORARY ABSTRACTION, Kim DiNatale, MFA In this 2-day painting and drawing workshop, we will learn to use traditional materials and techniques—to explore and learn contemporary Abstract Expressionism concepts. The projects will have an art historical grounding based on 20th century artists. One day will be spent drawing and the second day painting, creating finished artwork (11x14s and 18x24s) suitable for framing. All professional-grade supplies are provided for use—bring your favorites too! [...]
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DRAWING AND PAINTING INTO CONTEMPORARY ABSTRACTION, Kim DiNatale, MFA In this 2-day painting and drawing workshop, we will learn to use traditional materials and techniques—to explore and learn contemporary Abstract Expressionism concepts. The projects will have an art historical grounding based on 20th century artists. One day will be spent drawing and the second day painting, creating finished artwork (11x14s and 18x24s) suitable for framing. All professional-grade supplies are provided for use—bring your favorites too! [...]
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