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A rare opportunity to take a workshop with Robert Johnson in New York! What makes a painting compelling and memorable? What imparts enduring beauty to a painting? What are the time tested principles underlying the creation of a successful painting? The answers to these persistent questions will be explored in depth in this still life and floral workshop. These enduring fundamental principles taught will be equally applicable to other genres of painting. The workshop will include a demonstration which will…

Painting different a subject matter each week from landscapes, seacapes, still lifes, florals and portraits. I will show you techniques that will allow you to feel free while holding onto detail, gain control, make corrections and have fun. Learn to trust your instincts with color and add contrast and allow blossoms, drips and splatters to work for you. $25 per class includes a 2+ hour class, critique and recording. Sign up for my newsletters to receive class updates on my…

This online class is focused on creating a pet portrait in a realistic manner, working from your photo or one that will be supplied each week. These concepts will be explored: -Guidelines to help you sketch an accurate likeness -How to render fur or hair, body proportion, head and ear shape. -Use of light and shadow to convey personality and expression Class 1 & 2: Students will sketch in graphite pencil on sketch paper Class 3 & 4: Students will…

With over twenty years’ experience teaching, Instructor Denis Ponsot has designed this informative class to demonstrate all the “shop tricks” in watercolor painting. Both beginning and experienced students will learn to avoid common pitfalls and advance their abilities. The focus will be on students individually, helping them realize their full watercolor potential. Explore a variety of watercolor techniques with an emphasis on developing one’s own style. Includes demonstrations of color and design, wet on wet, and dry-brush techniques. Students choose…

This class is for anyone who wants instruction on how to draw anything with shading and perspective. We will advance to still life with a vase and other objects, a barn in a landscape, and portraits. Though geared for beginners, experienced painters will also benefit from the tips on drawing, perspective and composition. SUPPLIES Drawing pencils 2B-8B, or soft charcoal pencils if you prefer. Bring a 9 x 12 drawing pad & a kneaded eraser. Colored pencils (optional)

These 4 week workshops start with one theme and build each week upon it. It will show you techniques that will allow you to feel free while holding onto detail, gain control, make corrections and have fun. Learn to trust your instincts with color and add contrast and allow blossoms, drips and splatters to work for you. All four weeks for $80

The Joy of Sculpture: In this four-part series of classes (which is designed for all ages and skill levels), everyone learns sculpting techniques and creates original art pieces in any styles or themes of their choosing. Week 1: Clay 101 Students are introduced to sculpturing using air dry clay, basic tools, and their hands. Week 2: Mosaics 101 Students are taught how to make a mosaic using air dry clay and pieces of beads and tiny tiles. Week 3: Clay and Glass…

An exciting lesson exploring the power of color in abstract painting. Find inspiration in the shapes and hues of life or from images and use the familiar as a jumping off pointalism to abstraction. Paint to music and respond to the beats with color. Artists of all skill levels can find success in abstract watercolors by using color theory to express the intangible qualities of emotion and mood, while experimenting with different paint application techniques.

This class will concentrate on painting the portrait in a traditional and realistic manner using modern, simplified techniques. Students will paint or draw the portrait from a single pose from a live model over the course of 6 sessions. The following concepts will be explored and supported by handouts as well as demonstrations: The effect of light on the form and how to choose an optimal lighting set-up to reveal the key ‘landmark’ features. Creating dramatic effects by massing in…