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Paint the Clothed Figure From Life | With a live model!
Experience the “joy” of putting brush marks on canvas... without labouring over drawing and measuring. We will touch on all the ‘simple ideas’ that Bobbi emphasizes in her teaching: “logical ideas” .. the nuts and bolts necessary to build a strong, beautiful painting; and ideas that will help take the mystery out of painting and add the magic you are seeking. Learn how to tell a story in distinctive brushwork and brave paint application, as we focus on putting our lovely model into her ‘space’ on our canvases.
Soapstone Carving 2024 | With Vance Theoret
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A fun and light approach to working with soapstone stone. You will carve your own piece of stone while Vance guides you through the process of shaping, carving and polishing, helping solve the challenges you encounter at each phase. Each student will come away from this workshop with a finished piece and with a better sense of how to see and execute in the 3D. No skills are required other than to be willing to have fun!
Design For Painters | Watercolour or Acrylic | With Lori Lukasewich
Composition is the single most important part of any image. In this engaging workshop, we’ll jump into the essentials of composition and design, focusing on how these principles can be used to transform your paintings. You’ll explore fundamental concepts like balance, contrast, and focal points, and learn how to apply them effectively to enhance your use of space, color, and form.
Land, Sea and Sky | Oil or Acrylic | With John Einerssen
The focus of this workshop is on landscape composition and colour. You will create oil or acrylic (your choice) paintings of prairies, foothills, and seascapes distinguished by a harmonious play of light and colour in a bold and realistic style. Jonn Einerssen works almost exclusively in oils and layering glazes to create a translucent and harmonious play of light and colour.
Printmaking Essentials - Relief & Mono | Adults & Teens!
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During this workshop participants will create their own prints as Ashley Gaboury leads them through the basic steps of carving, inking, and registering prints. They will learn take-home techniques for both relief printmaking and creating monotypes.
Adults & Teens Welcome!
Paint Your Favorite Dog's Portrait | With Bobbi Dunlop
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This workshop is for all levels of artists who wish to learn to paint a portrait of your favourite pet dog/puppy! We’ll simplify a complex photo using preliminary studies and exercises before painting a larger studio painting. We will touch on all the ‘simple ideas’ that Bobbi emphasizes in her teaching: “logical ideas” the nuts and bolts necessary to build a strong, beautiful painting; and ideas that will help take the mystery out of painting animals and add the magic you are seeking.
Paint The Portrait In Oil | With a live model!
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Join me to learn about oil painting the portrait from life! In this 2 day workshop, we will be focusing on developing a block, working in mass, discovering what value means, the basics of colour and how to paint skin tones. This workshop offers an immersive opportunity for artists to explore the art of traditional portrait painting. It caters to artists of all skill levels, whether you’re a novice looking to acquire fundamental techniques or an experienced painter seeking to try something new or enhance your portrait skills.
Paint Your Pet in Bold & Bright Colors! | With Dave Rogers
This workshop is designed for beginner to intermediate painters who want to capture their pet's personality through bright and bold colors. Participants will learn how to simplify their pet’s features and use a vibrant color palette to create an expressive and unique piece of art.
Acrylic Painting For Beginners | With Lori Lukasewich
Dive into the exciting world of acrylic painting with our engaging workshop designed specifically for beginners. Acrylic paints is known for their vibrant colors, making them an ideal choice for those new to painting. In this hands-on session, you’ll discover the unique properties of acrylics and learn how to use them effectively, from understanding their quick-drying nature to techniques. Our workshop will also introduce you on how to mix and blend colors to create harmonious and striking palettes that will enhance your artwork.
20 Paintings in 2.5 Days | With Doug Swinton
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Painting with an open mind. Learn to make bold decisions on the fly without agonizing over them.
What they will learn: From the reference photos I provide, you will learn to get over fears in painting by making bold decisions quickly. Using daring compositions and simple block-in techniques you will paint 20 paintings in 2.5 days with no fear.
Calligraphy Workshop | Uncial alphabet!
This session is a two hour introduction to the Uncial alphabet. It is all Capitals and at a constant 30 degree pen angle and very upright. It is the script that was written in the 8th Century AD and is dominant in the Book of Kells. You may wish to look this up to have an idea of what this alphabet is about!
Painting Fast And Furious | With Doug Swinton and Michelle Grant
Whether you paint with laser focus high realism or you are an off-the-wall abstract artist these courses will give the building blocks and principles that relate to all forms of painting no matter what medium you paint in.
While you're busy creating art, your friendly hosts at Casa Buena will be working hard, ensuring that your stay is a memorable one. Outstanding food, accommodations, and field trips will satisfy your desires for both comfort and adventure.
The Deep Dive | With Doug Swinton and Michelle Grant
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This would be an even deeper dive. Parts 1 and 2 are for the most part completely different. Only the photography day would be similar. You may participate in the lesson again or if you choose you can stay behind and Doug will continue to instruct from the resort.
Whether you choose option 1, 2 or 3 you will learn more than your head can hold. this is Intensive learning but remember we are still on a holiday. Margaritas by the pool coronas by the ocean and the occasional stop at a taco stand will be a regular occurrence.
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