May 5, 12, 19 and June 2 from 1 PM - 5 PM Scumbling was traditionally used to paint light over dark with an opaque, broken application of paint in order to bring the lights forward visually and also build up interesting texture. Glazing was used to add darker value and color over lights. We [...]
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. [...]
Ryan 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 [...]
July 15-18, 2025 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 of this workshop [...]
Join us at the Franciscan Life Process Center for our new summer series of True Adventure Experience! These technology-free weeks will help children develop life skills and enhance critical thinking and creative artistic exploration through a variety of activities that reconnect them with their surroundings. Participants can sign up for one week or all three consecutive [...]
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 [...]