Ryan Brown-Landscape Workshop
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIRyan Brown-Landscape Workshop July 15-18 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 how to simplify the landscape, how to create a focus, and how to work in layers. The cost [...]
Joan Fullerton-Intuitive Painting and Collage
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIJuly 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 [...]
Michael Ome UnTiedt-THE COLORS OF NIGHT, Painting Nocturnes
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIMichael Ome UnTiedt-THE COLORS OF NIGHT, Painting Nocturnes August 12-15, 2025, 9 AM - 4 PM I first developed interest in nocturnes after viewing a touring exhibit of Frederick Remington’s nocturne paintings titled “Color of Night”. I eventually developed an understanding of how best to convey my visions of nocturne paintings. I strive to teach a [...]
Christina Weaver-En Plein Air: Painting the Garden
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIAugust 27 - 29, 9 AM - 4 PM Emphasis will be on accurate drawing, value structure, color relationships, and paint application as we work a single oil painting from start to finish. Deliberate color mixing and brush economy will also be prioritized as we organize our observations onto canvas to create the illusions of [...]
Sharon Griffes Tarr-EXPLORING THE MAGIC OF LIMITED PALETTES
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIAugust 28 & 29, 9 AM - 4 PM In this two-day workshop we will explore how to make good choices in selecting the best palette for your subjects. How to get the most out of a limited palette of 5 colors (or less) plus white and black. The cost of this workshop is $275. [...]
Collective Series: Scott Conary, Patrick Lee and Jon Redmond
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MISeptember 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 [...]
Eric Michaels-Creating-Textures-in-Watercolor
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIEric Michaels-Creating Textures in Watercolor October 2 & 3, 2025 In any painting, textures can play a vital role in the overall impact of the artwork. Using the appropriate amount of texture can help engage the viewer and make the artwork more compelling. The cost of the workshop is $275. To find a [...]
Eric Michaels-Creating Textures in Watercolor
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIOctober 2 & 3, 9 AM - 4 PM Besides visual interest, texture can create contrast, establish depth and dimension and impart a sense of realism. Although watercolor is a wet medium, there are a number of ways to simulate tree bark, rocks, grass, sand and other landscape elements. The cost of this workshop is [...]
Richard Jordan-Capturing the Character of Trees en Plein Air
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIOctober 2 & 3, 9 AM - 4 PM Few things are more enticing to paint than still-water lakes or winding country streams. Yet, no other feature in nature changes shape, color, or moods quite like water. In this two day workshop will share his approach to painting convincing water. The cost of this workshop [...]
Barbara Schilling-4 Weeks to Building Stronger Paintings
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIOctober 6, 13, 20 and 27, 1PM - 5PM In this workshop I will cover 4 important elements of improving and elevating your work. There will be in-depth review of color (value/temperature/opacity/neutrality), discussion on pros and cons of working from life versus from photographs and more. The cost of this workshop is $275. To find a complete listing [...]
Doreen St. John-“The Power of the Underpainting”
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIDoreen St. John-“The Power of the Underpainting” October 7-9, 2025, 9 AM - 4 PM This three-day workshop is for artists at all levels painting in oil and/or pastel (acrylic is OK, too). We will explore various types of underpainting techniques and how the underpainting can provide inspiration and also guide/support the overall concept when [...]
Stan Kurth-Acrylic and Collage on Canvas or Paper 3-day Workshop
Franciscan Life Process Center - Lowell Campus 11650 Downes St. NE, Lowell, MIOctober 7 - 9, 9 AM - 4 PM Participants in this workshop will create acrylic and collage paintings on canvas, board, or paper starting with no preconceived notions or outcome. Process will dictate direction as students use a variety of acrylic and collage techniques to implement elements and principles of design. The cost of [...]