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Ramya Sadasivam
Art is a therapy. It has been a solution to all the problems. I feel safe while I practice art. The formula is simple, you…
Don Berger
Don Berger finds his inspiration in the floral world, which he describes as “so vast and pictorially brilliant, I never cease to be amazed by…
Christine Hanlon
Her painting is inspired by the Old Masters, especially from their use of chiaroscuro and geometry, utilizing proportions like the Golden Section and other ratios…
Upcoming Art Shows
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Fraser Valley Watermedia Society – Autumn Mosaic
The Fraser Valley Watermedia Society is pleased to announce that we will be participating in an Art Show from Saturday, October 20 to Tuesday, November…
Upcoming Workshops
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Sep 24, 2018 to Sep 28, 2018 - Creating an Abstract From the Ground Up — Workshop/Retreat Taos, New Mexico
Want to paint Abstracts but haven’t a clue how to begin, or know when an abstract is finished? Discover luscious quiet colors so your abstracts stand out?
This fabulous workshop will guide you through creating an Abstract painting from beginning to end. Come join me in Taos, New Mexico for this special retreat filled with information, growth and creativity.
Watch the evening New Mexico light caress the adobe walls filling the air with a soft apricot glow… it is this light that inspires us to enter our soul.
http://www.gwenfox.com or call 575-751-0183
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Sep 28, 2018 to Nov 4, 2018 - Painting Workshop in France
Indulge your love of painting at this still life painting workshop set in the beautiful French countryside. The focus will be on improving foundation skills through demonstrations, exercises and one-on-one instruction. Learn in an intimate atmosphere under expert instruction complemented by the renowned Circle of Missé hospitality. You will find it wonderfully inspiring and relaxing.
For information go to http://www.circleofmisse.com
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Oct 1, 2018 to Oct 5, 2018 - Rocky Mountain Plein Air Workshop
October 1st to October 5th 2018
The Aspens turning golden, blue mountain streams rushing, and migrating flocks of birds and animals that call the National Park their home are grazing in the autumn fields. We will be staying in comfortable historic accommodations near the entrance to the park. All ground transfers, en-suite accommodations, a delicious chef-prepared welcome dinner, boxed lunches and painting with professional artist Sharon Rusch Shaver.
All inclusive* $1,450. Beginner to Advanced, oil, watercolor, pastel, pencil, and photography are welcome. We work together daily sharing our knowledge of capturing a moment in time in such a wonderful and historic location.
Register before July 30th and receive a discount, and more workshop information. Adventure-Artists Website Join us!
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Oct 8, 2018 to Oct 13, 2018 - Batik Workshop at Rancho Santa Cruz
Participants will have 6 days to explore and immerse themselves in the ancient art of Batik. There will be a $30 materials fee. The instructor is renowned artist Dikki Van Helsland, who has taught throughout the US and Germany. She is represented by several galleries in Arizona.
The workshop fee is $750 with required accommodations at the historic B & B, Rancho Santa Cruz. For workshop registration contact Dikki at 1-520-399-2703 or vanhelslandstudio@earthlink.net.
Reservations for the ranch accommodations are 1-520-955-3718 or mail@ranchosantacruz.us
Deadline for the workshop is Sept. 20 with a $300 deposit, nonrefundable after Oct.1
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Feb 20, 2019 to Mar 6, 2019 - COME PAINT MEXICO with Hermann Brandt
I am very happy to be teaching two workshops at Casa Buena Art Retreat Center again next year. Register for one or stay for both.
THE FIGURE – Feb 20 – 27, ’19. Enjoy working with a live model using dry media. We will deal with proportion, measurement and likeness.
PLEIN AIR – Feb 27 – Mar 6, ’19. Paint authentic Mexico – village life, beaches and landscape. We will deal with composition, light & shadow, color, value and more.
Cost: CAN $1800 + GST. Includes instruction, some art supplies, accommodation, all meals, transportation to and from Puerto Vallarta airport, visits to surrounding areas, a jungle boat ride and a lot of fun.
Contact Jane Romanishko janerom@shaw.ca for the extra 3 day “no-pressure” painting option.
