May 29 & 30, 9 AM - 4 PM In this two-day workshop, Richard Jordan, Director of the Plein Air Artists of West Michigan, will share his approach to painting convincing water. He will paint classroom and lakeside demonstrations and give plenty of one-on-one instruction as well as group wide critiques. All skill levels and [...]

June 3 - 5, 9 AM - 4 PM Take a step-by-step approach to alla prima oil painting, from black-and-white studies to brilliant color. Build a beautiful composition with life and movement and get a new perspective on the still life. The cost of this workshop is $575. To find a complete listing of this [...]

June 5 & 6, 9 AM - 4 PM This workshop addresses the figure in relationship to elements in space in the painting. This exploration of the elements surrounding the figure which emerges in the composition can lead to a more subtle or dynamic statement. A multimedia approach will be used with demonstrations in oil, [...]

William Mancuso-The Joy of Sketching June 24 & 25, 9 AM - 4 PM A variety of techniques for working small will be presented using pen, watercolor and water-soluble pencil. We’ll also give some consideration to composition, perspective, color and subject matter but the primary focus will be on sketching for the joy of sketching. [...]

William A. Schneider-Mastering the Poetic Figure or Portrait June 24-26, 2025 In this workshop we will focus on how to think like a poet…or a master film maker! You will learn techniques to imbue your images with greater emotional resonance! The cost of this workshop is $570. To find a complete listing of this workshop [...]

July 9 - 11, 9 AM - 4 PM Learn to paint exuberant, lively water so that the viewer can feel the light and hear the sounds! Featuring water as the primary subject matter for this workshop, Barbara will present and demonstrate the approach she uses for painting almost any landscape. The cost of this [...]

July 14-18, 9 AM - 5 PM Participants will learn about and complete an icon of the holy “Prophet Elijah” in acrylic paint on a prepared wood panel. Diane will gently lead students through a step-by-step process using demonstration and instruction. All supplies will be provided and are included in the cost of the workshop. [...]

PLEASE NOTE: We apologize that we have withdrawn this workshop from the calendar. We hope it can be rescheduled at a later date.   This workshop will begin by focusing on how to gather information through plein air sketches, and how to use those studies to create a more refined studio landscape. We will discuss [...]

July 29 - August 1, 9 AM - 4 PM This class will take you beyond worn-out or predictable painting methods. We will experiment with innovative techniques and a mindset of relaxed awareness, which have been designed to cultivate curiosity and self-confidence. The cost of this workshop is $775. To find a complete listing of [...]

September 10 - 13, 9 AM - 4 PM Study in one workshop with Patrick Lee, Scott Conary and Jon Redmond, three contemporary painters who all embrace a chaotic and unpredictable approach to oil painting. Experience three unique viewpoints which embrace deconstruction and rethink the use of pigment, color, surface and drawing. Sign up by [...]

September 24-26, 2025 Join us for a transformative 3-day contemplative painting & drawing retreat, to explore color & line, natural & human form perspectives & relations through a fresh, reflective EYE to theCreative process that engages LIGHT, color & form withIN & withOUT The cost of this workshop is $500. To find a complete listing [...]