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			Visual Journaling: Accessing Your Innate Knowing May 27 - June 30, 2012 (24/7 Online) — Visual Journaling offers an easy intuitive way to connect with your creative spirit, capture emotions & ideas, access inner knowledge, record life's special moments, and envision your future. This powerful tool is available to everyone, even non-artists, although many artists use it as a rich resource to develop new work & to access intuition. Carl Jung said "The soul speaks in images." You'll learn simple ways to create interesting color & texture on your pages, how to add images, personal photos & text. This powerful tool is yours forever after this introductory class. Watch online as many times as you like. Receive bonus journal. 6 weekly video lessons. Or receive all right away. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Ann Bell Cost: $75. Email: Ann Bell Phone: 281-330-3827

			Harness the Magic of Metallic & Interference Paints May 27 - July 30, 2012 (24/7 Online) — Learn to harness the magic of interference paints & metallic paints on your own schedule. You'll learn how to use these unique paints to best advantage for accent, glamour or drama. The choice is yours...limited only by your imagination. The best art comes from creative play. You'll connect with your creative spirit & express your personal ideas. Over 3 hours of video lessons. Camera is 3 ft. from my hands. Watch as I paint, explain clearly & share my thought process. You can watch as often as you like. Once you learn how to use these paints, each viewing of the instruction will deepen your understanding & feed your imagination. 10 weekly classes or receive all at once. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Ann Bell Cost: $85. Email: Ann Bell Phone: 281-330-3827

			Summer Youth Academy for Ages 9-14: Landscapes & Architecture May 29 - June 1, 2012 (9am-3pm) — This youth workshop for budding artists will focus on Landscapes/Architecture. Add depth to your landscapes with perspective, and atmospheric qualities with paint application. Work with charcoal, watercolor and acrylic. Visit website				Location: Scottsdale, AZ Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $235 Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			Watercolor & Beyond June 1-3, 2012 (9 to 4) — All workshops are currently held in Santa Fe, New Mexico in Ms. Davis's studio. Dawn is available to teach workshops in other areas. They consist of 3 full days of demonstrations and painting with much individual attention given to students of all levels. The cost is $300. Students must bring their own materials. A supply list from Dawn is available. There is a $75.00 non-refundable deposit due three weeks before each workshop. The balance is due at the beginning of the workshop. For recommendations and special rates on lodging, please contact Dawn in advance. Santa Fe is famous for galleries, shopping,history, museums, natural beauty, opera,classical and other music, spas and spirituality. Visit website				Location: Santa Fe, NM Instructor: Dawn Davis Cost: $300.00 Email: Dawn Davis Phone: 505-920-7293

			Glazing in the Contemporary Watercolor June 4-6, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Learn to master the skill of color glazing, step-by-step, to achieve beautiful, bold watercolor paintings. Crop photographs of everyday objects like flowers and vegetables with the aid of viewfinders, to abstract design elements for contemporary montage paintings. Learn to balance hard and soft edges to enhance visual interest. Employ a limited number of staining paint colors for layering or mixing, to maintain color harmony throughout your work. Each day begins with an informal discussion of the past day's work and a short lecture on the daily topic. Then, engage in a demonstration where you follow the instructor, step-by-step, to break down the process of layering and glazing on your own choice of subject. Receive individual attention from the instructor during the workshop. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Debbie Sommer, www.DSommerArt.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Dramatic Compositions: Painting & Drawing Plein Air Workshop June 4-15, 2012 — Dramatic Compositions with a unique personal vision is the focus of this small group workshop Limited to 6 people. Christopher will meet the student at whatever level they arrive and assist them in making an invigorated leap forward. Individualized one-on-one with the instructor. Individual and group feedback. On Location in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, we will be in the environs of age old villages in the Apennine hills and by the Adriatic Sea, where life is undisturbed by tourism. The magic light of central Italy married with "living history" and local families who have lived there for generations will be the subjects you utilize to learn new techniques and practice old skills. $2900 includes land transportation, hotels/half board. Visit website				Location: Emila Romagne region, Italy Instructor: Christopher Priore Sponsor: Barbara Nelson Cost: $2900 Email: Barbara Nelson Phone: 212-927-1977

			Letting Go June 4-7, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Michael Schlicting will focus on developing one's own unique view of reality in this workshop. Michael will attempt to help students break out of formulaic ways of approaching their art work, encouraging them to look past old solutions to new and more creatively meaningful ways of painting. Utilizing transparent watercolor, gouache and acrylic, ideas and concepts will be discussed and demonstrated, not just on how to create art, but why we create it and how it can be more fulfilling. Visit website				Location: Springfield, OR Instructor: Michael Schlicting Sponsor: Emerald Art Center Cost: members $340, non-members $380 Email: Guy Weese Phone: 541-726-8595

			Summer Youth Academy for Ages 6-8: Stunning Still Life June 4-8, 2012 (9am-3pm) — This youth workshop for budding artists will focus on Still Lifes. Learn to set up exciting collections of objects, sketch and paint them learning the drama of lighting, creating depth with shading and working with different types of paint. Sculpt your own functional pottery. Visit website				Location: Scottsdale, AZ Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $275 Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			Watercolor Workshop with Judy Morris June 4-15, 2012 — Looking for something different? You'll find it in Honfleur and Dinan. We'll stay for 3 nights in Honfleur, Normandy, known for its old, beautiful picturesque port where many of the French artists, such as Gustave Courbet, Claude Monet painted. The town of Dinan, Brittany, lies on a hill above the bank of the Rance, and is still surrounded by its old walls. Its 15th and 16th C houses and the castle of Anne de Bretagne help preserve something of Dinan's medieval atmosphere. We'll take a day trip to the incredible Mont-Saint-Michel, the rocky tidal island seemingly floating on air. You'll be charmed by the cobbled stone streets with artisans' shops, quaint restaurants, and galleries. Rick Steves calls Dinan Brittany's best medieval town center. Visit website				Location: Honfleur and Dinan, France Instructor: Judy Morris, AWS, NWS Sponsor: Flying Colors Art Workshops Cost: $3,395 painters, $3,195 non-painters Email: Johanna Morrell Phone: 858-518-0949

			Charles Reid Watercolor Workshop June 4-8, 2012 (8:00 am) — Achieve the correct color, edge variety, and tonal value on the first try. Charles returns to teach his approach to painting with the goal to simplify and avoid overworking. Using contour drawing, Charles will help you concentrate on interconnecting shapes rather than separate objects. Choose the first week for portrait/figure focus or the second week for mixed subjects including portrait/figure. Charles is the author Charles Reid's Watercolor Secrets and Charles Reid's Watercolor Solutions, and many more. He is a member of the National Academy of Design. Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Charles Reid Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $795 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Loose and Colorful Animal Paintings in Watercolor June 4-25, 2012 (Mondays, 9am-12pm) — This class will help you learn to be loose and colorful with watercolors. We will concentrate on shapes, composition, and the application of paint with correct values. You'll learn about lost and found edges for interest and movement, integrating the foreground with the background to make a cohesive painting, and connecting shapes. Participants will gain confidence, learn to be more analytical of your own and other's paintings, and upgrade your own abilities. See website for art supplies list. Visit website				Location: Scottsdale, AZ Instructor: Kim Johnson Nechtman, www.kj-art.com Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $180 Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			Watercolor Portrait Workshop June 6-8, 2012 (9:30 - 4:30) — This is a beginning watercolor portrait workshop designed for those who wish to develop their skills painting an accurate portrait. Topics: Structure & Placement of Features; Transfer; Composition, and Value Patterns; Designing a Painting; Background; Foreground; and Color of skin Tones. Emphasis on drawing, style, with a photo reference. Daily Demos and lots of personal attention. (Limit: 20). Myrna Wacknov attended Washington U., Kansas City Art Institure, and earned a degree in Painting and Drawing at San Francisco State. Myrna has been featured in Watercolor Magic, Artist's Magazine, and American Artist. Visit website				Location: Pleasanton, CA Instructor: Myrna Wacknov, NWS, CWA Sponsor: Pleasanton Art League Cost: $255 Email: Linda Beach Phone: 925-449-4226

			Sum-i: The Simple Stroke June 7-9, 2012 (9am-4pm) — The Asian art form of Sumi-e utilizes the simple tools of black ink, a bamboo brush and Asian paper to create works of outstanding beauty in a few meaningful strokes. Sumi-e's accompanying ancient philosophy is equally spare: to leave behind the essence of something good for those who follow. Rather than an exact physical likeness, Karen will teach you the basic techniques of the art form - including brush control - that strives to express a subject's spirit. Through guided group and individual exercises, and one-on-one instruction, learn to master a gesture without apprehension or second thoughts. Complete several succinct compositions, working towards the goal of a minimum of strokes to convey meaning. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Karen Kurka Jensen, www.KarenKurkaJensen.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Scenes, Details, Place, and Atmosphere June 8-20, 2012 — Come and paint with Kay Russell this summer at La Romita School of Art! This workshop will start with quick sketching techniques emphasizing composition, and then move into landscape painting with atmospheric and linear perspective, painting foliage, mixing greens, and creating texture. Hopefully, by the end, we will create prepared surfaces and work on toned paper. The focus of the workshop is not to learn to paint like Kay, but rather gain the knowledge and power to feel confident about your paintings. Visit website				Location: Terni, Italy Instructor: Kay Russell Sponsor: La Romita School of Art Email: Kay Russell Phone: 415-456-2681

			"Still Life, Figure & Landscape" June 8-10, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Sarkis Antikajian is known for his lively, colorful paintings - work that is derived from his life experiences and feelings. His use of vibrant and exciting colors is essential to the interpretation of his subject matter and the extraordinary end result of his work. Sarkis is a rare artist that is proficient working with various mediums and subject matters. He will work in oil in this workshop, and welcomes artists that work in oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastel, pencil and/or ink. In 2009 Sarkis appeared on Oregon Public Broadcasting's (OPB) ArtBeat. You can view this show on the www.OPB.org website. For more information about Sarkis Antikajian, please visit his website at www.sarkisantikajian.com Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Sarkis Antikajian Sponsor: Cascade Fine Art Workshops Cost: $340 by May 7; $380 after May 7 Email: Sue Manley Phone: 541-408-5524

			Art in Paradise June 8-10, 2012 (9AM-1PM) — 3 Days Workshop in Artist Studio. Arrive one day prior, plan departure one day after. Max:6 students. Do you love travel? Do you want to be surrounded by the opulent beauty of the Riviera Maya, turquoise water, exuberant Mexican atmosphere? For a more personal experience we will blend group and individual guidance. You will learn how to draw and paint in a non-judgmental, nurturing, environment. Learn how to see objects in space, perspective, proportion, composition as a way to translate what is seen onto the two dimensional image. Implement all this into your favorite media, gain the confidence to continue your artistic exploration at home. We offer workshop from our Artist Studio, we offer suggestions for hotel accommodations. Are you ready to have fun? Visit website				Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico Instructor: Cristiana Marinescu & Fernando Gonzales Sponsor: Cristi Fer Art Cost: $200.00 Email: Cristiana Phone: 612-799-1647

			Color in the Landscape June 9-10, 2012 (9am to 4pm) — This is a 2 day Plein air (outdoor) landscape workshop with the focus on color. All painting and sketching will be done outdoors on location. All levels and mediums are welcome. Learning to see and interpret the landscape in terms of color and how those colors work together. Students will be resposible for their own accomodations and transport to the workshop. Exact location TBD. Visit website				Location: San Diego, CA Instructor: Lee Sautereau Sponsor: Lee Sautereau Fine Art Cost: $250.00 Email: Lee Sautereau Phone: 858-255-1018

			Improve your Painting Techniques June 9-16, 2012 — This is a course dedicated to art practitioners who wish to focus on their specific media of interest. Informal discussions and support will be provided by John with demonstrations in various media. Enjoy sharing your painting experience in the company of like-minded people in truly magnificent locations in the Marchesian hills and surrounding ancient towns. You will be able to spend a truly remarkable painting holiday in a friendly family environment and be able to explore the secret heart of Italy. Our holidays include: accommodation, meals, tuition, materials, excursions, transport, pick-up/drop-off. Visit website				Location: Ascoli Piceno, Italy Instructor: John W. Skelcher Sponsor: The Retreat Cost: $ 1650 single/ $ 1340 twin/double room (all inclusive) Email: Jana Fritzsche Phone: (0039) 334903 4401

			Discover, Create, Captivate! Plein Air Portofino & Cinque Terre, Italy June 9-17, 2012 — Paint with Theresa Goesling and Cindy Briggs in Portofino and Cinque Terre, Italy. Learn how to capture the atmosphere, color and light of the Italian Riviera with demonstrations and personalized instruction from two "Best of America" Watercolorists. Explore a rich Italian palette of colors as "Splash 13" artist, Theresa Goesling shares her approach to layering with opaques & transparents, and Cindy Briggs creates colorful transitions in luminous transparents and mineral pigments. Enjoy inspiring painting and journaling excursions to nearby Portofino, Monterosso, Vernazza and more. 4-Star Beachfront Santa Margherita accomodations with pool, spa, daily buffet breakfast, group celebration dinner, and "Make Every Day A Painting" Watercolor manual included. All levels & mediums & non-workshop travelers welcome. Visit website				Location: Portofino & Cinque Terre, Italy Instructor: Theresa Goesling & Cindy Briggs Sponsor: Make Every Day A Painting Workshops Cost: $2995 Students/$2595 Non-Students Email: Cindy Briggs Phone: 541-420-9463

			Watercolor Workshop June 9-10, 2012 (9am-5pm) — Designed for those who wish to acquire or improve their basic skills in watercolor painting. A variety of materials and techniques will be discussed, including the selection of papers, brushes, and pigments, as well as transparent and opaque painting methods. Students will work from still-life, models or their own source material. For all levels. Register by: June 1. Visit website				Location: Philadelphia, PA Instructor: James Toogood Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Cost: $225 Email: Continuing Education Dept. Phone: 215-972-7632

			The 7 Keys to Plein-Air Painting in Tuscany June 9-16, 2012 — Join a small group of 8 artists to paint, live and relax in the magnificent Val D'Orcia region of Tuscany. Talented artist and teacher Todd Williams will be teaching for 5 full days. Workshop is open to all mediums and inclusive of all breakfasts and dinners, and transportation while in Italy. All artists will enjoy private room with bath. Guests of artists are welcome for a low fee. Don't miss this opportunity. Visit website				Location: Tuscany, Italy Instructor: Todd Williams Sponsor: Open Air Italy Cost: $2950/single occupancy-private bath (All Inclusive) Email: Susan Truitt Phone: 1-321-626-2717

			Visual Journaling, a powerful tool for designing your life starts June 10, for 6 weeks online (24/7 Online) — Visual Journaling offers an easy intuitive way to connect with your creative spirit, capture emotions & ideas, access inner knowledge, record life's special moments, and envision your future. This powerful tool is available to everyone, even non-artists, although many artists use it as a rich resource to develop new work & to access intuition. Carl Jung said "The soul speaks in images." You'll learn simple ways to create interesting color & texture on your pages, how to add images, personal photos & text. This powerful tool is yours forever after this introductory class. Watch online as many times as you like. Receive bonus journal. 6 weekly video lessons. Or receive all right away. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Ann Bell Cost: $75 Email: Ann Bell Phone: 281-330-3827

			Charles Reid Watercolor Workshop June 11-15, 2012 (8:00 am) — Achieve the correct color, edge variety, and tonal value on the first try. Charles returns to teach his approach to painting with the goal to simplify and avoid overworking. Using contour drawing, Charles will help you concentrate on interconnecting shapes rather than separate objects. Choose the first week for portrait/figure focus or the second week for mixed subjects including portrait/figure. Charles is the author Charles Reid's Watercolor Secrets and Charles Reid's Watercolor Solutions, and many more. He is a member of the National Academy of Design. Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Charles Reid Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $795 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Painting Glass & Shiny Stuff June 11-14, 2012 (9am-3pm) — Through informal lectures, discussions, demonstrations, and critiques you will be guided in refining your personal painting style. Learn how to mix colors using a limited palette and how to work in thin layers to build up luminous colors. Elements of a good painting, planning, composition, shapes, value, what to communicate about the subject, and how to correct mistakes will be emphasized. Visit website				Location: Old Forge, NY Instructor: Paul Jackson AWS, NWS Sponsor: View Cost: $525/$475 members Email: Barbara Getty Phone: 315.369.6411

			Watercolor Secrets Revealed June 11-15, 2012 (9:30am-4:30pm) — Tom Lynch's objective is to show the vast range and flexibility of watercolor. You will learn new techniques; how to plan for success; build a successful painting; and put drama, emotion, and conviction into your art. This award-winning artist will show you how to push the limits of color, contrast, and light. Tom likes to put fun into the process of painting. He has an organized program, with lots of visuals and daily demonstrations, followed by plenty of individual attention, and a positive critique session. Visit website				Location: Springfield, OR Instructor: Tom Lynch Sponsor: Emerald Art Center Cost: members $490, non-members $530 Email: Guy Weese Phone: 541-726-8595

			The Value Of Watercolor June 11, 2012 — Learn how to capture your subject quickly and impressionistically, by simplifying scenes into a few values. The secrets of mastering landscape scenes, skies, trees, water, buildings, boats and figures will be discussed. Emphasis during this workshop will be on creating a strong design and finishing a watercolor in three key stages. Build on your in initial wet-into-wet stage, with a unifying middle value step, adding darks last for detail. The instructor will demonstrate at least once a day, both on location around the Island and in the studio. Visit website				Location: LaPointe, WI Instructor: Andy Evansen Sponsor: Madeline Island School of the Arts Cost: $450 Email: Jenna J. Erickson Phone: 715-747-2054

			Experiment for Fun, Design for Success June 11-14, 2012 (9:30am-4pm) — Water Media Workshop. Discussion of content, the importance of color schemes and line quality will also be discussed. Participants will work intuitively with shape, color, line and especially texture to produce an abstraction with a personal focus and a representational work based on personal reference choices. A variety of 'slippery surfaces' will be explored. These paintings will be as fun and absorbing to view, as they are to paint. There will be both group and individualized instruction with time set aside for critique. This is a fast moving, fun, mixed water media workshop where we all learn and share. All levels are welcome as long as everyone is comfortable with their materials. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Mark Mehaffey, www.mehaffeygallery.com Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $575 Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Summer Youth Academy for Ages 6-8: Animal Textures June 11-15, 2012 (9am-3pm) — This youth workshop for budding artists will focus on Animal Textures. Capture fur & feathers with charcoal, pastel and paint. Sketch live animals from the Phoenix Zoo and sculpt and glaze your favorite with clay. Visit website				Location: Scottsdale, AZ Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $275 Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			European Landscape Workshops with Nina Weiss: Croatia June 13-22, 2012 — European Landscape Workshops with Nina Weiss is happy to offer for the first time a new location in partnership with Slikamilina Painting Tours: a ten-day painting holiday on the charming Island of Korcula. Korcula is a small Croatian island off the Dalmatian Coast near the city of Dubrovnik. The Workshop will transport students daily into the beautiful towns and landscapes nestled along the Adriatic Coast. This all inclusive trip is designed for a small group of artists working at all levels in their artistic development. Students work in the mediums of their choice as they learn to extract their vision of the landscape through sketches, painting, and photography. Join us on this rewarding visual and artistic journey! Visit website				Location: Lumbarda, Croatia Instructor: Nina Weiss Sponsor: Art Endeavors LLC Cost: 2,800 Canadian Email: Nina Weiss Phone: 847.840 0527

			Cultivating the Creative Life June 14-16, 2012 (10am - 4pm) — Delve into manifesting joy through artistic play and expression. Through yoga, journaling, and creative projects each student will begin the creative flow and explore different mediums. Visit website				Location: Telluride, CO Instructor: Alena Henessey Sponsor: The Ah Haa School for the Arts Cost: $475.00 Email: Kate Laird Phone: 970-728-3886

			Paint in Paradise June 14-19, 2012 (9AM-1PM) — 5 Days Workshop in Artist Studio. Arrive one day prior, plan departure one day after. Max:6 students. Do you love travel? Do you want to be surrounded by the opulent beauty of the Riviera Maya, turquoise water, exuberant Mexican atmosphere? For a more personal experience we will blend group and individual guidance. You will learn how to draw and paint in a non-judgmental, nurturing, environment. Learn how to see objects in space, perspective, proportion, composition as a way to translate what is seen onto the two dimensional image. Implement all this into your favorite media, gain the confidence to continue your artistic exploration at home. We offer workshop from our Artist Studio, we offer suggestions for hotel accommodations. Are you ready to have fun? Visit website				Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico Instructor: Cristiana Marinescu & Fernando Gonzales Sponsor: Cristi Fer Art Cost: $300.00 Email: Cristiana Phone: 612-799-1647

			Watercolor: A Fresh Approach June 16-17, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Leslie Frontz who holds a MFA in studio arts, held positions as a faculty member at several colleges, and has been featured in The American Artist magazine, will hold this two day workshop. A Fresh Start introduces you to unconventional painting exercises that effectively build on your strengths and help you to easily overcome artistic challenges. This simple approach shows you how to improve skills over a lifetime. Visit website				Location: Atlanta, GA Instructor: Leslie Frontz, www.frontzstudio.com Sponsor: The Art School in Sandy Springs Cost: $325 Email: The Art School in Sandy Springs Phone: 678-755-1079

			The Fields Project June 16-24, 2012 — 14th Annual Fields Project. Theme: Bringing Art and Agriculture Together. Unique opportunity to live with farm family, while creating your art work in our beautiful rural scene. Located in scenic Rock River Valley, Oregon has a long and varied art heritage dating back to the 1800's. Plein Air and other media. Show and sell at Art Festival, June 24th. Juried participants. Visit website for description, application and details. Visit website				Location: Oregon, IL Instructor: Group Activities Sponsor: The Fields Project Cost: $375 plus $25 jurying fee Email: Richard Adams Phone: 815 732-2385

			Watercolor Simplified June 16 & 17, 2012 (10am - 4pm) — Whether you are a beginning watercolor painter, or have been working with the medium for some time but are still finding frustration, this class is for you. This class will teach the techniques and skills required for successful watercolor painting. Over the course of the two days, we'll cover the five fundamental elements of successful watercolor painting: the "secret" to create glowing, transparent washes; mixing the color you want every time; understanding tonal value and value structure; planning your painting for success; composition do's & don'ts. We'll learn the basic washes, color and color mixing, building tonal values; and planning the composition and value structure. Register soon! This is my most popular class and fills up quickly! Visit website				Location: North Bennington, VT Instructor: Tony Conner Sponsor: Tony Conner Cost: $175 Email: Tony Conner Phone: 802-375-5548

			Painter's Retreat in Provence June 16-23, 2012 — Join a small group of artists for a week of painting and camaraderie in Provence at the height of lavender season. You will stay in a ancient, completely restored, former silk mill near Grignan. The place is gorgeous and the grounds and area even more wonderful. Fields of lavender, wheat, and sunflowers abound within walking distance. We will also paint in a variety of wonderful nearby locations. All accommodations are single occupancy and guests of artists are welcome for a small fee. All breakfasts and 5 dinners are included...as is the pool and free bicycle use! Visit website				Location: Provence, France Instructor: Uninstructed Sponsor: Open Air Italy Cost: From $1750/single occupancy Email: Susan Truitt Phone: 1-321-626-2717

			Treasures of Coastal Maine June 18-22, 2012 — Take three or five days of this plein air watercolor workshop taught by Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. Living in an artist's paradise, why not share it with other painters? Here's your invitation to come paint in Tony's "backyard" at his own favorite out-of-the-way painting spots. The Boothbay region offers unending subjects along its scenic and rocky coastline with hundreds of quiet and inspiring inlets. Enjoy hidden treasures like Cosy Harbor, local shipyards, lobster boats, shacks, docks and of course, a lighthouse or two. Enjoy daily demonstrations and individual assistance. Afterward, in our studio, critiques are held under an overhead mirror. It allows Tony to give verbal suggestions while painting them on acetate placed over your work. Paintings are never touched. Visit website				Location: Boothbay Harbor, ME Instructor: Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. Sponsor: van Hasselt Watercolor Workshops Cost: 3 days $375.00 / 5 days $550.00 Email: Sherry Cross, Registrar Phone: 1-800-248-6449

			Gary Spetz's Montana Watercolor Workshops June 2012 — The artist/host of PBS's "Painting Wild Places" and "Watercolor Quest" will conduct 5-day watercolor workshops near Glacier National Park. Visit website				Location: Lakeside, MT Instructor: Gary Spetz Sponsor: Gary Spetz Studio Cost: $585 Email: Marlene Spetz Phone: 406-844-3816

			Synthesizing East and West June 18-22, 2012 — This workshop will give you the opportunity to explore, experiment, discover, and develop new concepts, ideas, and ways of expression. You will learn about the rich East Asian watermedia traditions, and join Cheng-Khee Chee in searching for ways to synthesize Eastern and Western approaches. You will seek artistic enrichment, creative rejuvenation, and spiritual renewal. Mr. Chee will coordinate a learning program in which you and your fellow students will share your creative ideas and processes, and provide stimulation and support to each other. Visit website				Location: LaPointe, WI Instructor: Cheng-Khee Chee Sponsor: Madeline Island School of the Arts Cost: $600 Email: Jenna J. Erickson Phone: 715-747-2054

			Watercolor Landscape Workshop with Frank Francese June 18-22, 2012 — Explore the beauty of Madeline Island with Frank during this 5-day watercolor workshop. Country, town and beach scenes from LaPointe will be painted, with a special emphasis on capturing nature's moods. Each day, Frank will give two demos, followed by individual painting time and assistance. Studio time will also be available for discussion, review and critiques. This workshop will help you learn how to apply paint freely on the page, and use white space effectively. Finding a balance between man-made structures, and the natural landscape will also be discussed. Visit website				Location: LaPointe, WI Instructor: Frank Francese Sponsor: Madeline Island School of the Arts Cost: $475 Email: Jenna J. Erickson Phone: 715-747-2054

			Watercolor Energies and Composition June 18-21, 2012 — Frank Webb is one of the nation's premier watercolor teachers and brings enthusiasm and energy to his classes, making painting an exhilarating enterprise. "My work proceeds from on-the-spot graphite drawings made from a lifetime of travels. Each drawing is edited, fused with design principles, and used as the model. With large flat brushes and plenty of water I approach the paper in a slam-bang initial wash, and end with the caress of a butterfly wing." Visit website				Location: Lac du Flambeau, WI Instructor: Frank Webb Email: Sue Robertson Phone: 715 588-3143

			Watercolor: The Magical Medium (Open to Teens & Adults) June 18-22, 2012 (1-4pm) — Capture light and color by learning to harness watercolor's illusive and charming qualities. Through creative techniques and palette instruction on color mixing, learn to create luminous works in real and abstract formats. All skill levels. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Marcia Johnson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $215 - Register by May 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Flower Power June 19-21, 2012 — Annelein Beukenkamp has taught numerous watercolor workshops across the region focusing on colorful blossoms. The class consists of exercises to mix unique greens and play with composition, color and brush work. Students will work from still life bouquets, photographs or if weather permits from flowers in the gardens. Basic drawing skills and some working knowledge of watercolor is preferred. Annelein has shown her work at various juried, group and invitational shows and is a signature member of the VT Watercolor Society and an associate member of the New England Watercolor Society. Visit website				Location: Haverhill, NH Instructor: Annelein Beukenkamp Sponsor: Gibson House Bed and Breakfast Cost: $250 Email: Susie Klein and Marty Cohen, Innkeepers Phone: (800) 989-2150 or (603) 989-3125

			Watercolor & Beyond June 20-22, 2012 (9 to 4) — All workshops are currently held in Santa Fe, New Mexico in Ms. Davis's studio. Dawn is available to teach workshops in other areas. They consist of 3 full days of demonstrations and painting with much individual attention given to students of all levels. The cost is $300. Students must bring their own materials. A supply list from Dawn is available. There is a $75.00 non-refundable deposit due three weeks before each workshop. The balance is due at the beginning of the workshop. For recommendations and special rates on lodging, please contact Dawn in advance. Santa Fe is famous for galleries, shopping,history, museums, natural beauty, opera,classical and other music, spas and spirituality. Visit website				Location: Santa Fe, NM Instructor: Dawn Davis Cost: $300.00 Email: Dawn Davis Phone: 505-920-7293

			Figure in the Landscape June 22 - July 27, 2012 (Fridays, 10am-3pm) — Learn to integrate the figure and landscape in your painting and drawing. Develop your work through traditional methods of site observation, spatial development, and color using the materials of your choice (oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel). Register by: June 15. Visit website				Location: Yellow Springs, PA Instructor: Jill A. Rupinski Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Cost: For Credit $450, Non-Credit $350 Email: Continuing Education Dept. Phone: 215-972-7632

			The Elegant Flower in Watercolor June 22-23, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Watercolor is the perfect medium for depicting the delicate and transparent quality of flowers. Through simple exercises, learn to isolate shapes and values to create dynamic, balanced compositions. Discuss color choices and review color theory, as well as specifics pertaining to watercolor pigments. Various application techniques will be explored including wet-on-wet, glazing, lifting and dry brush. Taking photographs and utilizing them in your work will also be discussed. The material covered in this workshop is applicable to other subjects in watercolor, providing a solid base for further exploration, regardless of subject matter. Donna will demonstrate techniques using flowers currently in bloom. You may use your own photos as reference after working from fresh flowers. Donna supplies plenty of one-on-one attention. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Donna Brown Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $220, Non-Members: $245 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Plein-Air Watercolor Painting in Tuscany June 23-30, 2012 — Join Keiko Tanabe and Eugen Chisnicean, an international team of award-winning watercolor artists, for a week of painting en plein air in a beautiful Italian hilltop village in Tuscany! Getting lost on meandering cobbled streets in a medieval town, marveling at a sweeping view of vineyards and olive groves, having all senses awaken by fabulous food and wine... Imagine doing all these and more while painting en plein air under the warm Tuscan sun. Both Keiko and Eugen are full-time painters and dedicated workshop instructors. We combine our artistic insights and teaching methods to design this unique plein-air workshop especially for watercolorists, and share our knowledge and techniques that can be applied to streetscapes and landscapes. Visit website				Location: Cortona, Italy Instructor: Keiko Tanabe & Eugen Chisnicean Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: from US$2749.00 all-inclusive in Italy Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			Laura & Billy's Excellent Plein Air Painting Adventure June 23-30, 2012 — Join Laura Martinez-Bianco and William Noonan as they guide this week long painting workshop in Umbria on the outskirts of Perugia. Lots of painting, lots of good food and lots of good fun... maybe some chocolate too! This duo will get you started or guide you to the next level in your painting. Laura's medium is pastels and William's is oils. Students may work in any medium they choose. Light, color, time and essential impressions of the landscape will be on the docket. Mornings will offer formal lessons and individual critiquing. Afternoons painters will paint along side instructors in the field. This workshop is for the adventurous individual who loves to paint...or wants to learn to paint. Visit website				Location: Perugia, Italy Instructor: Laura Martinez-Bianco and William Noonan Sponsor: William Noonan Studio Cost: $2,569 Email: William Noonan Phone: 845-565-9403

			Tuscan Workshops June 23-29, 2012 — The Tuscan Workshops offer watercolor, oil and acrylic painting in a dreamlike villa in the heart of Tuscany. The weeklong holiday includes four days of intensive instruction, two full days of excursions including Florence and Siena, wine tasting, gourmet al fresco dining, optional Italian regional cooking and Italian language classes, and Pilates with a licensed instructor. Visit website				Location: Tuscany near Florence, Italy Instructor: Various Sponsor: The Tuscan Workshops Cost: $2900 all inclusive Italy Email: Carol A. Marano Phone: 917-747-3873

			Etruscan Places Roman Campagna Workshop June 23-30, 2012 (All Day) — During the 18th century, spurred by Enlightenment empiricism to study nature directly, artists from all over the world flocked to the countryside surrounding Rome, the "Campagna", to paint and thus created the first school of open air painting. The Roman Campagna workshop offers advanced artists the opportunity to paint historic motifs in Civita Castellana, immortalized in the works of Corot, Turner and Claude Lorrain. 2 painting sessions daily. All locations on private properties and include Mount Soracte, the ancient town of Faleri Novi, gorges of Civita Castellana and Tiber Valley. Slide lectures provide the historical background. Daily critiques. 2 Instructors. Cooking class option for Non-painters accompanying artists. Fees include most materials, surfaces, equipment, meals, accommodation, local transportation. 12 student maximum. Visit website				Location: Civita Castellana, Italy Instructor: Maddine Insalaco and Joe Vinson Sponsor: Etruscan Places Cost: $2,650- $2,950 Email: Maddine Insalaco/Joe Vinson Phone: 212-780-3216

			Harness the Magic of Metallic & Interference Paints June 23, 2012 (24/7 Online) — Learn to harness the magic of interference paints & metallic paints on your own schedule. You'll learn how to use these unique paints to best advantage for accent, glamour or drama. The choice is yours...limited only by your imagination. The best art comes from creative play. You'll connect with your creative spirit & express your personal ideas. Over 3 hours of video lessons. Camera is 3 ft. from my hands. Watch as I paint, explain clearly & share my thought process. You can watch as often as you like. Once you learn how to use these paints, each viewing of the instruction will deepen your understanding & feed your imagination. 10 weekly classes or receive all at once. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Ann Bell Cost: $85. Email: Ann Bell Phone: 281-330-3827

			Private Painting Lessons in Watercolor or Acrylic June 23, 2012 (10am or 1pm) — Get personal one-on-one watercolor painting lessons from artist & teacher Ann Bell in her Houston studio at mutually convenient time and day. Ann has taught hundreds of people how to paint in watercolor and acrylic. You can begin to paint for fun in as little as one 4 hour lesson. Even if you have never painted before. Even if you can't draw a straight line. Even if you "don't have talent." Of course, expertise takes longer, but once you understand the basics, books, videos and group classes will make more sense. Individual attention speeds your progress. All materials are provided for your first lesson. Online classes are available if you can't come to Houston. Near downtown, close to all freeways. Visit website				Location: Houston, TX Instructor: Ann Bell Email: Ann Bell Phone: 281-330-3827

			"Painting Maine" June 24-26, 2012 (9:00-4:00) — Each Russ Johnson plein-air watercolor workshop provides you with maximum painting time in settings certain to fire your imagination. The day begins with a brief demonstration painting by Russ and then offers the highest level of one-on-one coaching throughout. At the end of each day we close with a critique of every painting completed during that session. The goal: to help you paint more comfortably in your own unique style. Class is limited to 15 artists. Visit website				Location: Kennebunk, ME Instructor: Russ Johnson Sponsor: Russ Johnson Workshops Cost: $275 Email: Russ Johnson Phone: 609-275-0633

			The Figure & Still Life June 24-26, 2012 (9am-4pm) — The figure will be the subject matter, however the focus will be on improving drawing skills and seeing values and colors correctly and understanding their relationships to each other. There will be daily demonstrations emphasizing the big shapes and establishing their relationships. This provides a springboard to adding additional information. We will address design and technique in a manner allowing for personal expression. There will be many specific assignments, which helps to "get to the point a little more quickly." Be ready to cover a lot of canvas and "learn through earnest mileage." Students will receive plenty of one-on-one instruction and individual demonstrations as needed. Two days will be devoted to figure painting, and one to still life painting. Visit website				Location: Idyllwild, CA Instructor: Peggi Kroll-Roberts Sponsor: Idyllwild Arts Summer Program Cost: $490, lab fee $25 Email: Diane Dennis Phone: 951-659-2171, ext. 2365

			Find Your Artistic Voice June 25-28, 2012 (M, T, W - 9 AM to 4 PM, Thurs - 9 AM to noon) — Do you need an artistic breakthrough? Do you feel confused about what to paint and how to paint it? This workshop is designed for you! Kathy shows you how to find your own artistic voice and how to express it through masterful painting. Because all great art begins with a great concept, the purpose of this workshop is to instruct students at all ability levels on how to create unique and meaningful art. Learn how to design a painting that best expresses your concept through the use of symbolism, design, and color. Special attention is paid to helping you create work that is technically masterful and consistent. Any medium is suitable for this workshop: oils, acrylics, watercolor, and gouache. Visit website				Location: Haverhill, NH Instructor: Katharine A. Cartwright, NWS Sponsor: Gibson House Bed and Breakfast Cost: $275 Email: Susie Klein and Marty Cohen, Innkeepers Phone: (800) 989-2150 or (603) 989-3125

			Shifting Gears, Changing Drivers: Ways to Refocus Your Painting Process 3 or 5 Days, June 25-29, 2012 (10am-4pm) — Shift the driving force behind your work from subject matter to design through an easy process of abstraction which will allow you to focus more attention on design and free you from the distraction of realistic subject matter. Ideas tried here can later be applied to subject matter paintings resulting in better composition. Visit website				Location: Old Forge, NY Instructor: Martha M. Deming, TWSA, PSA Sponsor: View Cost: 3 Days $200/$180 members, 5 Days $275/$250 members Email: Barbara Getty Phone: 315.369.6411

			European Landscape Workshops with Nina Weiss: Italy June 25 - July 5, 2012 — Join us this summer in Italy & immerse yourself in the classically beautiful Italian landscape! This workshop offers students working in various mediums an intensive exploration of the romantic Italian landscape surrounding the medieval hilltop towns of Todi and Casperia. Todi is a sophisticated town of gothic palazzi, narrow winding streets, and a magnificent central piazza. Vineyards, olive groves and sunflower beds surround the town. Casperia offers us the striking mountainous landscape of the Sabine Hills. Working plein-aire, you will learn to extract your vision from these rich landscapes through sketches, drawing, painting, and photographic reference. Students enjoy the comfort of hospitable lodgings, the instruction of a knowledgeable and passionate teacher, and the inspiration of the verdant Italian countryside. Visit website				Location: Todi, Casperia, Italy Instructor: Nina Weiss Sponsor: Art Endeavors LLC Cost: 2,595 Canadian Email: Nina Weiss Phone: 847.840.0527

			From Pixels to Paintings June 25-27, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Your digital camera and computer have a role to play in every phase of your artistic process - even if you're dedicated to creating your art with traditional techniques. Kris will demonstrate ways of integrating technology, from the planning stages through evaluating completed work. Using photo editing software, create more personal, unique painting references. Learn to combine, crop, exaggerate, and distort images to communicate your message. Following the demo, you'll paint your chosen subject from your own reference material. If you have a laptop computer with Photoshop or other program, you may bring it to class. Demonstrations will be in watercolor, but all painters will benefit. You should have basic understanding of your digital camera, computer, and photo editing software. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Kris Parins, www.Kris-Parins.artistwebsites.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Northern New Mexico Villages & Their Churches: A Watercolor Odyssey June 25 - July 1, 2012 — Strenuous, fast moving, intense, this watercolor workshop is loaded. Vickie Lopez shares her stories from the sites, with access to churches otherwise off limits. Studio sessions are filled with color theory, design tools, value patterns and time for painting development. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Pomona Hallenbeck & Victoria Lopez Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $365 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Watercolor Lesson Ongoing (Sun, Mon, Tue) (Varies (2 hour sessions)) — Michiyo Art Studio provides art lessons for all levels. Michiyo is specialized in Watercolor and will give instruction on drawing as well. Michiyo is professional artist represented by prestigious gallery in Chelsea, has been showing nationally and internationally. She is teaching at the New York Academy of Art. Visit website				Location: New York, NY Instructor: Michiyo Fukushima Sponsor: Michiyo Art Studio Cost: $25~ Email: Michiyo Fukushima

			Watercolor Rhythms in Faces and Figures June 26-28, 2012 (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) — This dynamic workshop is designed to enable participants of all levels to quickly gain confidence in approaching the portrait and figure in a more spontaneous, intuitive and expressive way. Special emphasis will be on achieving a fresh look of translucent flesh tones in the portrait with unique color changes. Many "features" will be covered, including an approach to children's portraits. Students will have an opportunity to work from their photographs or Janet's and also from the live model. Our goals will be to "see" in new ways -- bringing "life" and interpretation to the portrait and figure, and to discover intuitive color and design. Visit website				Location: Charlotte, NC Instructor: Janet Rogers Sponsor: Nancy Couick Studios & Gallery Cost: $295.00 Email: Nancy Couick Phone: 704-541-6944

			WaterCOLOR June 28-30, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Develop an understanding of the principles of color by creating easy small watercolor paintings and practice exercises illustrating each color concept. Learn to take the mystery out of mixing paint, make better color choices, understand simple color theory, know why color mixtures come out right or mousey, place the right colors next to each other to create harmony, and figure out the right color mixes quickly. No matter if you are a beginning or experienced watercolorist, the information you learn about color in this workshop will bring your projects to a new level. Visit website				Location: Idyllwild, CA Instructor: Barbara Roth Sponsor: Idyllwild Arts Summer Program Cost: $490, lab fee $10 Email: Diane Dennis Phone: 951-659-2171, ext. 2365

			Fresh Cityscapes or Landscapes in Watercolor June 28-30, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Bring fresh and free qualities to your watercolor paintings by eliminating fussy detail, over-painting, or muddiness. Delve into new techniques, elementary painting principles, and design philosophies that produce bold and loose work. Apply your newly found knowledge by translating your photos of landscapes or cityscapes to paper. Gordon demonstrates how to keep your work fresh from start to finish as he completes a painting each day. Ample time is scheduled for painting on your own to apply what you've learned and receive individual attention from Gordon in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere. A positive critique at end the end of the workshop points you in the right direction for continued painting. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Gordon France, www.GordonFrance.net Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Painting the Italian Landscape June 30 - July 9, 2012 (10 days) — This really is a must for anyone wishing to take up painting for the first time. It will also benefit painters who have lapsed from their easels over the years. John will demonstrate the principal techniques in the most popular painting media today. This course covers oil painting, acrylics, water colour, gouache. Excursions and painting trips to stunning locations around the area. Non-painting partners are welcome at a reduced rate and can join us on all our trips and excursions. Visit website				Location: Ascoli Piceno, Italy Instructor: John W. Skelcher Sponsor: The Retreat Cost: 2100 p.p single room, 1850 p.p twin room, all inclusive Email: Jana Fritzsche Phone: (0039) 334903 4401

			Sunday with Flowers July 1, 2012 (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) — Janet has agreed to stay one more day in Charlotte, and we are looking forward to spending the day learning her flower techniques. Students will have plenty of demonstration time as well as painting and critique time in this one-day class. Visit website				Location: Charlotte, NC Instructor: Janet Rogers Sponsor: The Artists Studio & Gallery Cost: $100 Email: Nancy Couick Phone: 704-541-6944

			Field Sketching Ghost Ranch Flora and Fauna July 2-8, 2012 — The desert is in bloom. Join us, an artist and a biologist, to identify and record its summer plants and creatures. On field trips and walks, hone your skills of observation and practice the art of nature journaling. Indoors, learn the basics of botanical illustration in watercolor. Daily demos and plenty of individual attention. All levels are welcome. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Helen Byers & Janet Darrow Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $365 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Real Art for Non-Artists at Ghost Ranch July 2-8, 2012 — If you have been wanting to try some visual arts, but didn't know where to start, this is the class you have been waiting for --- a media sampler: oil, pastel, watercolor and charcoal. Afternoons are free to explore the Ranch or explore deeper in the media. All materials are supplied; bring only your creative spirit. All levels welcome. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Juliana Crownover & Susan Daugherty Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $395 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Plein Air Painting on the Maine Coast July 3-6, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Plein Air Painting in the Canadian Maritimes July 3-6, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Campobello Island, Canada Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Summer Studios for Young Artists ages 9 to 12 years old: Blossoming Art July 5-7, 2012 (1-3:30pm) — Walk in the gardens of color and design as we paint the natural world around us. Using original sketches and watercolor, paint flowers and landscapes like Georgia O'Keeffe and Vincent van Gogh. We'll learn to recognize value, shape, space and color; and how to show light and movement. Master artists will inspire us and help us explore new ideas, techniques, and styles. Create unique watercolor interpretations of the gorgeous gardens around you using famous flower paintings as inspiration. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Tracy Albert Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $110, Non-Members: $120 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Art in Paradise July 6-8, 2012 (9AM-1PM) — 3 Days Workshop in Artist Studio. Arrive one day prior, plan departure one day after. Max:6 students. Do you love travel? Do you want to be surrounded by the opulent beauty of the Riviera Maya, turquoise water, exuberant Mexican atmosphere? For a more personal experience we will blend group and individual guidance. You will learn how to draw and paint in a non-judgmental, nurturing, environment. Learn how to see objects in space, perspective, proportion, composition as a way to translate what is seen onto the two dimensional image. Implement all this into your favorite media, gain the confidence to continue your artistic exploration at home. We offer workshop from our Artist Studio, we offer suggestions for hotel accommodations. Are you ready to have fun? Visit website				Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico Instructor: Cristiana Marinescu & Fernando Gonzales Sponsor: Cristi Fer Art Cost: $200.00 Email: Cristiana Phone: 612-799-1647

			The Practice of Drawing & Painting as Meditation July 6-8, 2012 (9am-4pm) — This class is about not only learning to draw and paint watercolors but also to make drawing and painting a meditation - a relaxed, conscious, and aware state that is optimum for creative experience - a state of restful alertness. You will learn to perceive your world with clarity as you draw and paint. Some of the benefits of this workshop are: Improve drawing skill; Many new drawing techniques; New skill drawing & painting the figure with watercolor; Relaxed and focused attention; Finding your creative voice; Learning to truly see; Increased perception; Seeing space, line, form, and light; Present moment awareness. Through a variety of fascinating subjects and methods-including a live model - you will experience how easy and enjoyable drawing can be. Visit website				Location: Idyllwild, CA Instructor: Robert Regis Dvorak Sponsor: Idyllwild Arts Summer Program Cost: $490, lab fee $68 Email: Diane Dennis Phone: 951-659-2171, ext. 2365

			Off & Running: Let That Brush Go! July 9-15, 2012 — Watercolor basics---brush strokes, color mixing, laying washes, textures, values---learn how to put it together to make a painting. Focus on the how to's and learning to see. For beginners or life-long learners. Enjoy painting at this beautiful time of year on the land made famous by the works of Georgia O'Keeffe. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Pomona Hallenbeck Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $350 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Painting Realistic Waterscapes July 9-11, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Paint realistic waterscapes by applying fundamental principles to painting water, land, and sky in watercolor. A brief introduction to color theory and design basics enriches paintings created during class and beyond. Amy, a master of painting water, will share the work of both contemporary and historic master watercolor artists. Lectures, demonstrations and exercises will lead to an increased understanding of working with transparent pigments. Outdoor sketching, accompanied by photo-based imagery, are your reference tools for final paintings. Lively individual and group critiques help you to see, articulate, and apply fine art principles to the watercolor medium. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Amy Arntson, www.AmyArntson.net Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Watercolor Workshop July 9-13 and/or 16-20, 2012 (Mon-Fri 9-5) — A week or two weeks of watercolor sketching, painting, and critique in mid-coast Maine, in and around Thomaston and Rockland, emphasizing preparation, composition, color and technique, in small group to assure individual attention by acclaimed artist Frederic Kellogg. Visit website				Location: Rockland, ME Instructor: Frederic Kellogg Sponsor: Frederic Kellogg Cost: $425 Email: Frederic Kellogg Phone: 202-234-4620

			Illustrating the Children's Picture Book July 9-11, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Illustrations breathe life into a picture book - in fact, most children's manuscripts wouldn't make sense without them! Carry a single idea from thumbnail sketch, to workable drawing, to watercolor base layer to finished colored-pencil illustration. Rick helps you decide which moment tells the best story, and teaches techniques to make it more exciting. Discover how point of view helps define a character. Explore how light and color affect the mood of a piece, and create an environment for your characters to live in. Group demonstrations and plenty of individual attention point you to the right path for your creative journey in picture book illustration. Rick also shares his experience with the business side of writing and illustrating children's books. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Rick Chrustowski, www.RickChrustowski.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $335, Non-Members: $360 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Variations: Unlimited Possibilites with One Image July 9-13, 2012 — Move away from the strict interpretation of a photograph and explore the potential for unique and creative alternatives. Join Myrna Wacknov in a class devoted to the in depth investigation of the portrait process. Using any or all water media, learn how certain limitations - one image only - can be a springboard for a dynamic series of work. Myrna will choose an image to be used by all workshop participants. The principles learned in this workshop are not limited to portraiture. Any subject matter can be explored and enhanced with these techniques. Visit website				Location: LaPointe, WI Instructor: Myrna Wacknov Sponsor: Madeline Island School of the Arts Cost: $450 Email: Jenna J. Erickson Phone: 715-747-2054

			Watercolor Workshop July 9-12, 2012 — Pat Weaver is an internationally recognized watercolor artist with more than 30 years of experience. Her watercolors are spontaneous and direct. The colors excite the viewer and flow from her brush like music from a fine violin. Her love, knowledge and command of the watercolor medium is passed onto the hundreds of students who have taken her workshops throughout the years. She inspires, motivates and teaches the fundamental principles of painting, choosing to allow students to develop their own style of painting. But all the while disciplining and encouraging them to apply the principles taught to produce fine art. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Pat Weaver, www.patweaver.net Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $595 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-244-9742

			In-Depth Watercolor July 9 - August 13, 2012 (Mondays, 9am-5pm) — This course is designed for students seeking to enrich their overall knowledge of painting with an in-depth look at watercolor. Topics will include a thorough investigation of watercolor materials and a wide range of techniques, with subjects ranging from landscape and still life to portrait and figure poses. Open to dedicated watercolorists and to acrylic/oil painters looking to broaden their understanding and technical skills. Register by: June 29. Visit website				Location: Philadelphia, PA Instructor: James Toogood Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Cost: For Credit $675; Non-Credit $525, Half-Day $350 Email: Continuing Education Dept. Phone: 215-972-7632

			Exploring and Painting the French Champagne Region July 9-16, 2012 — Join artist and instructor, Pat Fiorello, for a very special and inspiring painting experience in the beautiful French countryside. This workshop/retreat will focus on painting "en plein air" on location. We will work on how to simplify and capture the essence of the landscapes and other scenes we see to create fresh, expressive paintings. Excursions to charming French villages of the historic and picturesque Champagne region will be included. Demonstrations will be in watercolor, but artists of all mediums are welcome. With a maximum of 7 participants, there will be plenty of time for personalized instruction to take your painting to the next level. Visit website				Location: Fontaine-Fourches, France Instructor: Pat Fiorello Sponsor: La Bonne Etoile Artist Retreat Cost: 1800 Euros - 7 nights all inclusive Email: Kippy Hammond Phone: (770) 216-1541

			The Best of Watercolor July 9-13, 2012 (8:00 am) — Join Mary Whyte for an extraordinary workshop in watercolor. Paint still life, the landscape and the clothed model. Mary will demonstrate and guide you through the techniques of planning your compositions, drawing, mixing color and creating great backgrounds. She will show you how to work with the model, avoid mistakes and give personal critiques and great tips for marketing your work. Mary's work is in many corporate and museum collections, and has been featured in International Artist, American Artist, Artist Magazine, and American Art Collector magazines, as well as on CBS Sunday Morning. Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Mary Whyte Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $795 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Botanical Drawing and Painting July 9-14, 2012 (9am-5pm) — Explore flowers and other natural forms, beginning with line and value drawing and progressing to full-color rendering in watercolor and mixed media. Topics will include sighting techniques, line quality, tone and value, creation of depth, composition, texture, and basic color. Materials fee of $10. Register by: June 29. Visit website				Location: Philadelphia, PA Instructor: Linda Gist Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Cost: For Credit $675, Non-Credit $525, Lab Fee: $10 Email: Continuing Education Dept. Phone: 215-972-7632

			Plein Air Painting on the Maine Coast July 10-13, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Plein Air Painting in the Canadian Maritimes July 10-13, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Campobello Island, Canada Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Designing a Strong Point for Landscapes in Watercolor July 10 - August 14, 2012 (Tuesdays, 1-4pm) — One of the most challenging aspects of landscape painting is establishing a "center of interest", or "focal point". Abstract design must be understood and utilized in order to create a dominant point of interest, no matter how representational the painting is meant to be. Therefore, our focus will be combining abstract design with realism for a stronger composition. There will be demos, exercises, critique and lots of painting time. Visit website				Location: Scottsdale, AZ Instructor: Julie Gilbert Pollard Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $270 Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			Your First Painting in Watercolor July 12-14, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Paint loosely from the beginning, taking advantage of the flow of the medium and some of its wonderful surprises. Paint landscapes, still life compositions, and flowers as you learn the basics of watercolor painting; including wet-in-wet, layering and color mapping. Delve into basic color theory, as well as color values and intensities. Learn effective composition and create textures with techniques like lifting color, spattering and scraping. Maren brings a spirit of fun to her instruction, encouraging you to embrace "mistakes" as possible gifts to your painting. Complete several exercises using the techniques Maren demonstrates to work toward producing a final painting. Each student receives a watercolor starter kit from Sennelier to take home. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Maren Larsen, www.MarenLarsen.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Drawing on the Way to Watercolor July 12-26, 2012 — In the richness of the Umbrian landscape, in a different location every day, Benno will support artists of a wide variety of skill levels to find their own way. Demos on perspective, composition and form, the figure in the painting, the use of light, color and scale will include techniques specifically for the traveler who wants to paint on site. The neophyte artist will find a way of seeing and capturing on paper that new understanding. The experienced artist will be supported into expanding personal directions in painting. The media of instruction will be pencil, ink and watercolor, but participants who prefer to work in acrylics or pastels will still find what Benno teaches to be of value. Visit website				Location: Terni, Italy Instructor: Benno Philippson Sponsor: La Romita School of Art Cost: $3750 Email: Edmund Zimmerman Phone: 1-855-476-6482

			Capturing the Landscape with Watercolor July 12-13, 2012 (10am - 3pm) — Capture one of Telluride's most dynamic vistas and learn how to reproduce the breathtaking view with paint and paper. Learn the fluid, expressive nature of watercolor while capturing the Telluride canyon. Explore the techniques used to paint a landscape in the moment with watercolor artist Meredith Nemirov. Individual attention for each student and easy to understand demonstrations will allow students to grasp the possibilities of working with this flowing medium. Visit website				Location: Telluride, CO Instructor: Meredith Nemirov Sponsor: The Ah Haa School for the Arts Cost: $125 Email: Kate Laird Phone: 970-728-3886

			"Painting Princeton" July 12-14, 2012 (9:00-4:00) — Each Russ Johnson plein-air watercolor workshop provides you with maximum painting time in settings certain to fire your imagination. The day begins with a brief demonstration painting by Russ and then offers the highest level of one-on-one coaching throughout. At the end of each day we close with a critique of every painting completed during that session. The goal: to help you paint more comfortably in your own unique style. Class is limited to 15 students. Visit website				Location: Princeton, NJ Instructor: Russ Johnson Sponsor: Russ Johnson Workshops Cost: $275 Email: Russ Johnson Phone: 609-275-0633

			The Grand Tour of Tuscany Plein-air Workshop July 14-21, 2012 — This magnificent plein-air workshop with visits to the great Renaissance cities of Florence and Arezzo is all-inclusive and a must for lovers of all things Italian. Will be staying at an exclusive 4 star country resort and enjoy exquisite authentic Tuscan meals at a Michelin recommended restaurant. We will be painting in stunning locations. This all-inclusive once-in-a-lifetime Tuscan experience incl. accommodation, meals, materials, tuition, transport, excursions. Visit website				Location: Arezzo, Italy Instructor: John W. Skelcher Sponsor: The Retreat Cost: $2,700 USD all inclusive Email: Jana Fritzsche Phone: (0039) 334903 4401

			Sketching and Painting the Plein Air Landscape July 14 & 15, 2012 (10am - 4pm) — This class is designed to ease you into the art of "plein air" painting. En plein air is a French phrase meaning simply, "in open air". This class will focus on the unique pleasures and challenges of painting "en plein air" and specifically to capture the intensity and quality of light during the course of a summer afternoon. We'll begin by learning to use our sketchbooks to record the impression of the landscape and to quickly capture changing light effects. From there we'll move on to more ambitious paintings of the plein air landscape. This class will focus on the skills and techniques needed to make plein air paintings successful in varied conditions. Visit website				Location: North Bennington, VT Instructor: Tony Conner Sponsor: Tony Conner Cost: $175 Email: Tony Conner Phone: 802-375-5548

			Watercolor Landscape Painting & Drawing July 15-21, 2012 (Monday-Friday, 9:15am - 12:15pm) — Keep your natural curiosity alive by developing an understanding of the interrelated elements of organic and architectural (geometric) form and color in the world of nature. Working on site in the landscape, you will learn simple techniques using water-soluble colored pencil, graphite pencil, watercolor and ink on paper. Attention will be given to the individual interests and emerging style of each student. Through this course you will grow and renew your appreciation of how art can inspire and improve how we express who we are. Beginner through advanced skill levels welcome. Note: Students enrolling in this course will be working outdoors and must be capable of independently traversing the landscape on foot with their supplies. Visit website				Location: Marion, NC Instructor: Kevin Costello Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $235 + lodging fees Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			All Media Plein Air Workshop July 16-20, 2012 — Capturing the elements of Mt. Desert Island and our connection to it will be the goal of this plein air workshop. In this beautiful setting, we will focus on color, composition and mood as a vehicle to express our relationship to the landscape. Demonstrations will be conducted in oil and watercolor. Group and individual instruction will be provided. Marie has won numerous awards. Her work is included in many private collections. She is a Signature member of The Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society. For Beginner to Intermediate students. Limited to 15 students. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Marie Garafano, www.mariegarafano.com Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $500 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-244-9742

			The Essence Within the Flower July 16-20, 2012 (8:00 am) — Matilija Poppy, Red Cannas, Rhododendrons, White Tulips, Water Droplets, ohhhh . . . the possibilities. Birgit O'Connor will teach you how to simplify a composition to create stunningly beautiful paintings. Learn how to move and blend water and color to create large smooth washes in the petals. Using values in shadows and choice backgrounds, you can turn a delicate flower into a bold dramatic painting that makes a statement. Birgit O'Connor is the author of Watercolor in Motion and Watercolor Essentials. She is a contributing editor to The Artist's Magazine and Watercolor Artist. Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Birgit O'Connor Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $595 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Painting Color and Light in Watercolor July 16-20, 2012 — This workshop will give you the skills necessary to communicate your vision in watercolor. Steve paints and teaches in a very straightforward traditional manner because he believes he can say what he wants to with his brush and "juicy" watercolor paint. You will learn about light and color and the way watercolor behaves. Instead of acquiring a collection of methods for applying paint you will gain an understanding of painting you can build on. If you seek to paint a convincing representation you will advance substantially; if you want to attain a higher degree of insight into your subjects, you will also be pleased. Visit website				Location: LaPointe, WI Instructor: Steve Rogers Sponsor: Madeline Island School of the Arts Cost: $450 Email: Jenna J. Erickson Phone: 715-747-2054

			Explore Rockland Maine July 16-20, 2012 — Take three or five days of this plein air watercolor workshop taught by Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. Rockland has a busy working harbor with a variety of working and pleasure craft, both sail and power. You'll see fishing vessels of all sizes; windjammers, lobster boats, dinghies and dories. Downtown offers galleries, shops, great restaurants plus the Farnsworth Museum filled with Wyeth originals you don't want to miss. Minutes away are quaint seaside villages and, a bit north, the harbors of Camden and Rockport. Enjoy daily demonstrations and individual assistance. Afterward, in our studio, critiques are held under an overhead mirror. It allows Tony to give verbal suggestions while painting them on acetate placed over your work. Paintings are never touched. Visit website				Location: Rockland, ME Instructor: Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. Sponsor: Coastal Maine Art Workshops Cost: 3 days $375.00 / 5 days $550.00 Email: Sherry Cross, Registrar Phone: 1-800-248-6449

			Watercolor Rhythms with Flowers, Faces and Figures July 16-20, 2012 — Fresh flowers in the studio will be the inspiration for the beginning of this dynamic workshop - progressing to faces and figures. Through a series of "fun" painting exercises, students will develop a more loose and natural approach - giving them an opportunity to be more spontaneous and expressive in their paintings. We will move into painting people, learning how to create translucent flesh tones and covering many features while focusing on the gesture of the person. We will work both from photos and models. Some students may want to paint just portraits or just flowers, although the demonstrations and instruction are geared to beginning with flowers and ending with faces and figures. Visit website				Location: LaPointe, WI Instructor: Janet Rogers Sponsor: Madeline Island School of the Arts Cost: $450 Email: Jenna J. Erickson Phone: 715-747-2054

			Intimate Landscapes: The Mighty Small Scene July 16-18, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Discover the oftentimes overlooked, yet dynamic small landscape and floral possibilities in nature. Combine what you see at ground level with your imagination to create interest and movement in your work, applying watercolor over pencil drawings. Venture outside to find and sketch inspirational compositions of natural wild plants as they arrange themselves in the landscape, then return to the studio to compose your drawing. Sarah will guide you through the watercolor painting process with demonstrations and individual instruction. At the end of each day, share your work and receive positive reinforcement from Sarah and the group. Take home several finished pieces as well as works in progress to finish later. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Sarah Aslakson, www.SarahAslakson.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			We're in O'Keeffe's Backyard: Let's Paint It! July 16-22, 2012 — Watercolor is known to be the most difficult of all visual media. This course allows those with beginning watercolor skills a chance to develop their capacity to see, develop works with more color richness for better composed, fresher, more satisfying paintings. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Pomona Hallenbeck Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $355 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Watercolor Unleashed July 16-18, 2012 (9am-4pm) — This workshop will concentrate on concepts and techniques for which Simmons is noted: diversity in subject matter; composition; poured watercolor; fluid acrylic used as transparent watercolor; unusual textures such as the instructor's popular "batik" technique; large scale painting; computer-aided design; and creative photography for obtaining unconventional reference shots. Focus will be on concepts, composition and design elements. Students will paint daily, watch demos, and receive individualized attention. Be prepared for Nicholas' unorthodox, and at times irreverent approach, and buckle up for a workshop that runs more on adrenalin than the rulebook! Visit website				Location: Idyllwild, CA Instructor: Nicholas Simmons Sponsor: Idyllwild Arts Summer Program Cost: $490 Email: Diane Dennis Phone: 951-659-2171, ext. 2365

			Painting Color and Light in Watercolor July 16-20, 2012 (9:00AM - 4:00PM open studio 24 hours) — Steve Rogers AWS,NWS,TWSA is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. The recipient of many major awards including the Gold Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007, he is a signature member of AWS, NWS& TWSA. He has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist" as well as French and Chinese Publications. Beginners and advanced painters alike will learn about light and color and the way juicy and vibrant watercolor behaves, "dealing with dark values in watercolor", "secrets of painting reflections" and much, much more. Lots of student painting time along with personal help is available every day. We'll all learn a lot and have fun painting in the spectacular setting of Madeline Island. Visit website				Location: La Pointe, WI Instructor: Steve Rogers AWS, NWS, TWSA Sponsor: Madeline Island School of the Arts Cost: $450 Email: Jenna J. Erichson Phone: (715) 747-2054

			Plein Air Painting on the Maine Coast July 17-20, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Plein Air Painting in the Canadian Maritimes July 17-20, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Campobello Island, Canada Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Watercolor Painting July 17-19, 2012 — Paint the summer colors at this beautiful and historic location overlooking the beautiful Connecticut River Valley while relaxing in the comfort of the Gibson House Inn. This workshop will focus on plein air landscape painting with some classroom instruction and will be open to all abilities. Born 1954, in Rochester, NY, Robert O'Brien has been painting in the watercolor medium for thirty years. Since moving to Vermont in 1977, he has focused his work on landscape and architectural studies. The artist finds beauty in the ordinary, subtle reminders of everyday life in rural New England. In his own words, he is driven "to capture the vanishing landscape in my paintings" before they disappear forever as a result of the steady hand of "progress." Visit website				Location: Haverhill, NH Instructor: Robert O'Brien Sponsor: Gibson House Bed and Breakfast Cost: $275 Email: Susie Klein and Marty Cohen, Innkeepers Phone: (800) 989-2150 or (603) 989-3125

			Watercolor Workshop with Mel Stabin July 18-29, 2012 — Amsterdam is one of the jewels of Europe. Art lovers should not miss it, with the Van Gogh Museum, the Riksmuseum, just to name a couple of the finest museums in the world. Amsterdam has all the advantages of a big city, but is easier to get around in. Traveling the canals is great fun, and there is little road traffic so we'll be able to walk to most areas for painting. We'll also take a day trip to a little town for a different view of Holland. And, of course, we'll take a canal cruise. We will have lots of painting time each day. Included: tuition, room (dbl. occ), all breakfasts, 6 dinners, transportation within Holland. Visit website				Location: Amsterdam, Holland Instructor: Mel Stabin, AWS, NWS Sponsor: Flying Colors Art Workshops Cost: $3,395 painters, $3,195 non-painters Email: Johanna Morrell Phone: 858-518-0949

			Watercolor & Beyond July 18-20, 2012 (9 to 4) — All workshops are currently held in Santa Fe, New Mexico in Ms. Davis's studio. Dawn is available to teach workshops in other areas. They consist of 3 full days of demonstrations and painting with much individual attention given to students of all levels. The cost is $300. Students must bring their own materials. A supply list from Dawn is available. There is a $75.00 non-refundable deposit due three weeks before each workshop. The balance is due at the beginning of the workshop. For recommendations and special rates on lodging, please contact Dawn in advance. Santa Fe is famous for galleries, shopping,history, museums, natural beauty, opera,classical and other music, spas and spirituality. Visit website				Location: Santa Fe, NM Instructor: Dawn Davis Cost: $300.00 Email: Dawn Davis Phone: 505-920-7293

			Paint in Paradise July 19-23, 2012 (9AM-1PM) — 5 Days Workshop in Artist Studio. Arrive one day prior, plan departure one day after. Max:6 students. Do you love travel? Do you want to be surrounded by the opulent beauty of the Riviera Maya, turquoise water, exuberant Mexican atmosphere? For a more personal experience we will blend group and individual guidance. You will learn how to draw and paint in a non-judgmental, nurturing, environment. Learn how to see objects in space, perspective, proportion, composition as a way to translate what is seen onto the two dimensional image. Implement all this into your favorite media, gain the confidence to continue your artistic exploration at home. We offer workshop from our Artist Studio, we offer suggestions for hotel accommodations. Are you ready to have fun? Visit website				Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico Instructor: Cristiana Marinescu & Fernando Gonzales Sponsor: Cristi Fer Art Cost: $300.00 Email: Cristiana Phone: 612-799-1647

			Tuscan Workshops July 21-28, 2012 — The Tuscan Workshops offer watercolor, oil and acrylic painting in a dreamlike villa in the heart of Tuscany. The weeklong holiday includes four days of intensive instruction, two full days of excursions including Florence and Siena, wine tasting, gourmet al fresco dining, optional Italian regional cooking and Italian language classes, and Pilates with a licensed instructor. Visit website				Location: Tuscany near Florence, Italy Instructor: Various Sponsor: The Tuscan Workshops Cost: $2900 all inclusive Italy Email: Carol A. Marano Phone: 917-747-3873

			2 Day Plein Air Painting Workshop July 21-22, 2012 (9:30 am to 4 pm) — Whether painting it or teaching it, landscape painting is Jacque's passion. She paints outside throughout the year whenever possible and when it's not possible you'll find her absorbed in a book about landscape painting or landscape artists. The emphasis of the workshop will be on atmospheric perspective, composition, value, contrast and color. We will discuss how to organize and set up for plein air painting and will include demonstrations by the instructor. Experience the joy of painting the landscape you see in front of you- rather than from a photo and the true meaning of painting the light. A critique of the days work will end each painting day. Painting locations will be announced closer to the workshop dates. Visit website				Location: La Grange, IL Instructor: Jacqueline France Sponsor: La Grange Art League Cost: $155M/$170 NM Email: Registrations Phone: 708-352-3101

			Nature Sketchbook/Journal July 22-28, 2012 (Monday-Friday, 9:15am - 12:15pm) — A multi-media approach to seeing the world around you. This class focuses on Nature and how to keep a record of what you see around you. We will observe and research the local flora and fauna as well as those from distant lands. Techniques for drawing, watercolor, writing, photography, collage, etc. will be demonstrated and discussed, with many visual examples for inspiration. The class experience will be a mix of creating work in the studio as well as working outside. This workshop will help you discover your personal approach to sketchbook journaling. Beginner through advanced skill levels welcome. Visit website				Location: Marion, NC Instructor: Don Brandes Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $235 + lodging fees Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Watercolor Energies and Composition July 23-27, 2012 — Frank Webb is one of the nation's premier watercolor teachers and brings enthusiasm and energy to his classes, making painting an exhilarating enterprise. "My work proceeds from on-the-spot graphite drawings made from a lifetime of travels. Each drawing is edited, fused with design principles, and used as the model. With large flat brushes and plenty of water I approach the paper in a slam-bang initial wash, and end with the caress of a butterfly wing." Visit website				Location: Greenville, NY Instructor: Frank Webb Email: Kim LaPolla Phone: 518-966-5219

			Splash, Splatter, & Pour: Watercolor on the Loose July 23-27, 2012 — Do you wish you could loosen up? Do you feel stalled in your progress as an artist? Whether your work is abstract or realistic, it's time to get out of your comfort zone and put the joy back in your watercolor. This workshop employs techniques that are fun and exciting! We'll experiment with nontraditional ways of applying the versatile medium of watercolor and try out some alternative materials. Emphasis is on planning, good design, and self-evaluation as tools to take your art to the next level. Students will choose their subject matter and work from their own original source material (photos or sketches.) Advanced Intermediate to Advanced Level. Limited to 15 students. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Kris Parins, www.krisparins.com Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $595 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-244-9742

			Watercolor Landscape July 23-25, 2012 (8:00 am) — Get fresh results now. Lian will teach his techniques on color, design, and composition as he takes you step-by-step through several finished paintings at many inspiring locations. His energy and teaching will amaze and delight you. You can join Lian for 3-days of landscape painting, 2-days of Chinese Brush Painting in accordion books, or all 5 days of painting in absolutely beautiful settings. Lian is the author of 3 North Light Books: Chinese Painting Techniques for Exquisite Watercolor, Chinese Watercolor Techniques: Painting Animals and Chinese Watercolor Techniques for Exquisite Flowers. Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Lian Quan Zhen Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $450 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Painting from the Inside Out: Advanced Watercolor July 23-29, 2012 — Learn to respect your intuitive sense of color, shape and values. How do they enhance each other? Open the doors to fuller color enchantment, awareness of the beauty surrounding you and using intermediate watercolor skills to develop paintings rich with personal expression. Both studio and field work. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Pomona Hallenbeck Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $350 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Watercolor with a Bold Brush July 23-25, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Loosen up and create bold watercolors utilizing the sound fundamentals of drawing and values as your framework for freer expression. Simplify the scene into a manageable composition with correct values to set the stage for you to let loose and take advantage of the unique, spontaneous qualities of watercolor. Each day, Andy demonstrates a value study and its corresponding color painting. Paint on your own to integrate what you've learned, with Andy available to assist you in this method of watercolor painting. Work small, no larger than 10 x 14, to create multiple studies and begin painting boldly with a newly found confidence. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Andy Evansen, www.AndyEvansen.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Chinese Accordian Book and Watercolor Painting Workshop July 23-27, 2012 (8:00 am) — Get fresh results now. Lian will teach his techniques on color, design, and composition as he takes you step-by-step through several finished paintings at many inspiring locations. His energy and teaching will amaze and delight you. You can join Lian for 3-days of landscape painting, 2-days of Chinese Brush Painting in accordion books, or all 5 days of painting in absolutely beautiful settings. Lian is the author of 3 North Light Books: Chinese Painting Techniques for Exquisite Watercolor, Chinese Watercolor Techniques: Painting Animals and Chinese Watercolor Techniques for Exquisite Flowers. Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Lian Quan Zhen Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $625 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Summer Camp Art Expressions Grades K-2/3 July 23-26, 2012 (9:30-11am) — All new lessons for students who are new or returning! Paper Mache, collage, watercolor and tempera paints, oil and chalk pastels and mixed media are the materials used in the wide gamut of projects. Instruction will be given in composition, design and color theory. Students will create multiple projects during this exciting workshop. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $75.00 includes all materials Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Summer Camp Art Expressions Grades 3-6 July 23-26, 2012 (9:30-11am) — All new lessons for students who are new or returning! Paper Mache, collage, watercolor and tempera paints, oil and chalk pastels and mixed media are the materials used in the wide gamut of projects. Instruction will be given in composition, design and color theory. Students will create multiple projects during this exciting workshop. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $75.00 includes all materials Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Painting Color and Light in Watercolor July 23-27, 2012 (9:30 AM - 4:30PM) — Steve Rogers AWS,NWS,TWSA is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. The recipient of many major awards including the Gold Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007, he is a signature member of AWS, NWS& TWSA. He has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist" as well as French and Chinese Publications. Beginners and advanced painters alike will learn about light and color and the way juicy and vibrant watercolor behaves, "dealing with dark values in watercolor", "secrets of painting reflections" and much, much more. Lots of student painting time along with personal help is available every day. We'll all learn a lot and have fun painting in the beautifully renovated Coast Guard Station. Visit website				Location: Frankfort, MI Instructor: Steve Rogers AWS, NWS, TWSA Sponsor: Oliver Art Center Cost: $500 members/$530 non-members Email: Director Phone: 231-352-4151

			Plein Air Painting on the Maine Coast July 24-27, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Plein Air Painting in the Canadian Maritimes July 24-27, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Campobello Island, Canada Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Chinese Accordian Book Painting Workshop July 26-27, 2012 (8:00 am) — Get fresh results now. Lian will teach his techniques on color, design, and composition as he takes you step-by-step through several finished paintings at many inspiring locations. His energy and teaching will amaze and delight you. You can join Lian for 3-days of landscape painting, 2-days of Chinese Brush Painting in accordion books, or all 5 days of painting in absolutely beautiful settings. Lian is the author of 3 North Light Books: Chinese Painting Techniques for Exquisite Watercolor, Chinese Watercolor Techniques: Painting Animals and Chinese Watercolor Techniques for Exquisite Flowers. Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Lian Quan Zhen Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $325 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Introduction to Watercolour l July 28 & 29, 2012 (1-4pm) — Learn the basics of watercolour, how to control the paint and the brush to best achieve the results you want. A few tricks of the trade to enhance your work, the basics of color mixing and a new way to see things make up this workshop delivered over two afternoons. If you wish to peruse this further, take the Watercolour II course on August 11 and 12. Visit website				Location: Fredericton, Canada Instructor: Joan Meade Sponsor: edVentures Fredericton Cost: Workshop Fee: $70 (plus HST), Materials Fee: $35 Email: Fredericton Tourism Phone: 1-888-850-1333

			The Italian Landscape and Open Air Opera Night July 28 - August 6, 2012 (10 days) — Enjoy a truly spectacular week of painting stunning Italian sceneries and hill-top towns during the day and indulging in the delight of Italian Summer Opera at night. We will paint here at The Retreat as well as other magnificent locations during the day and visit Le Marche's fabulous Lo Sferisterio Open Air Opera in Macerata. This course is ideal for anyone who loves art and music, or simply wants to have that somewhat different painting holiday experience! Suitable for beginners to advanced. Non-painting partners are welcome at a reduced rate and can join us on all our trips and excursions. Visit website				Location: Ascoli Piceno, Italy Instructor: John W. Skelcher Sponsor: The Retreat Cost: 1,850 USD p.p.twin room, 2100 USD single, all inclusive Email: Jana Fritzsche Phone: (0039) 334903 4401

			Watercolor Workshop July 28-29, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Discover or enrich your skills in watercolor landscape painting through direct observation. Learn about watercolor materials and a wide range of watercolor techniques. Topics will include composition, linear and aerial perspective, creating a feeling of depth, space and light. Register by: July 20. Visit website				Location: Yellow Springs, PA Instructor: James Toogood Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Cost: $195 Email: Continuing Education Dept. Phone: 215-972-7632

			Watercolor Energies and Composition July 28-30, 2012 — Frank Webb is one of the nation's premier watercolor teachers and brings enthusiasm and energy to his classes, making painting an exhilarating enterprise. "My work proceeds from on-the-spot graphite drawings made from a lifetime of travels. Each drawing is edited, fused with design principles, and used as the model. With large flat brushes and plenty of water I approach the paper in a slam-bang initial wash, and end with the caress of a butterfly wing." Visit website				Location: Wellsboro, PA Instructor: Frank Webb Sponsor: Red Barn Arts Center Contact: Phone: 484-320-0219

			Painting Umbria with Words and Images July 29 - August 12, 2012 — Sharon invites you to find your artistic muse with kindred spirits here among the ancient olive groves at La Romita School of Art. Come away refreshed and inspired! In this class, seasoned artists and beginners alike will have the opportunity to integrate watercolor painting, drawing, calligraphy and writing (text) into sketchbooks--and to create a unique, hand-bound "book of ours" that will tell the story of our stay in Italy. Every sense will be ignited as we explore the backstreets, town squares and churches of hill-top medieval villages, visit ancient ruins by the sea, and enjoy the locally grown food and wines. All levels of skill welcome. Visit website				Location: Terni, Italy Instructor: Sharon Zeugin Sponsor: La Romita School of Art Email: Sharon Zeugin Phone: 512-565-5619

			Ghost Ranch: Sites & Settings with Watercolor July 30 - August 5, 2012 — This course provides the opportunity to experience the Ghost Ranch environment while learning truly to see --- the colors, shapes, textures, values, lines, directions --- all the tools we use to create paintings. For those who draw, this is the time to bring your drawings to life. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Pomona Hallenbeck Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $350 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Summer Youth Academy for Ages 9-14: Go Wild! July 30 - August 3, 2012 (9am-3pm) — This youth workshop for budding artists will focus on creating stunning animal drawings and paintings from photos and life in watercolor, acrylic and pastel. Then sculpt a creature with clay and wire. Visit website				Location: Scottsdale, AZ Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $275 Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			Watercolor Workshop July 30 - August 2, 2012 — Nicholas began painting under the tutelage of many well-known watercolorists, most notably Valfred Thelin and Barbara Nechis (His work is featured in Nechis' acclaimed book, "Watercolor From The Heart"). He quickly developed a bold original style, and enjoyed much early success. He has earned a reputation as one of the most exciting contemporary watermedia artists on the scene. His work is revered by fellow artists and collectors alike. Mr. Simmons is known for his fresh, unorthodox, and often irreverent approach. His work is held in public and private collections throughout the United States and abroad. All levels welcome. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Nicholas Simmons, www.nicholassimmons.com Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $595 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-244-9742

			Plein Air Painting on the Maine Coast July 31 - August 3, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Plein Air Painting in the Canadian Maritimes July 31 - August 3, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Campobello Island, Canada Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Watercolor & Beyond August 3-5, 2012 (9 to 4) — All workshops are currently held in Santa Fe, New Mexico in Ms. Davis's studio. Dawn is available to teach workshops in other areas. They consist of 3 full days of demonstrations and painting with much individual attention given to students of all levels. The cost is $300. Students must bring their own materials. A supply list from Dawn is available. There is a $75.00 non-refundable deposit due three weeks before each workshop. The balance is due at the beginning of the workshop. For recommendations and special rates on lodging, please contact Dawn in advance. Santa Fe is famous for galleries, shopping,history, museums, natural beauty, opera,classical and other music, spas and spirituality. Visit website				Location: Santa Fe, NM Instructor: Dawn Davis Cost: $300.00 Email: Dawn Davis Phone: 505-920-7293

			Turning Traditional Landscape Paintings into Semi-Abstract Paintings August 6-10, 2012 — This workshop will be primarily a watercolor class, but additional media will be offered to expand the imagination of the student. The objective of this class is to expand the imagination, simplify shapes, and create clean, glowing colors! 30 minute studies will help students think in simple terms and create great design in their paintings. Special techniques such as working with graphite and pouring water over paper to create interesting textures will be offered. Also, collage and patchwork techniques will add to the fun! This workshop will definitely get you out of your box! Visit website				Location: LaPointe, WI Instructor: Karen Knutson Sponsor: Madeline Island School of the Arts Cost: $450 Email: Jenna J. Erickson Phone: 715-747-2054

			Watercolor Fun and Free August 6-10, 2012 — Join Karlyn for a hands-on, fun-filled motivational workshop that will inspire you to loosen up your painting style. Demonstrations, critiques and individual help are daily fare. Beginners welcome. This is a motivational workshop for beginning, as well as experienced painters. Karlyn offers enthusiastic, informational demonstrations and gives individual help enriched by sharing her original finished work. She is an upbeat instructor, who helps her students cultivate a loose, free style of working. She teaches with tireless energy and her high-spirited humorous teaching style makes beginners feel comfortable and challenges the advanced student. The real emphasis is on each student's individual expression and development of their own painting style. Visit website				Location: LaPointe, WI Instructor: Karlyn Holman Sponsor: Madeline Island School of the Arts Cost: $450 Email: Jenna J. Erickson Phone: 715-747-2054

			Big Brushes, Big Paper: A Wild Ride with Watercolor at Ghost Ranch August 6-12, 2012 — Are you blocked by the ditsies --- those always the same watercolors? Come explore color with big brushes, big paper and rich gooey pigment. A good dose of color theory, design tools, value patterns and wet in wet will shatter those ditsies. Enjoy the awesome scenery and convival company while you spread your wings in watercolor. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Pomona Hallenbeck Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $350 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Experiment for Fun, Design for Success August 6-10, 2012 (8:00 am) — Achieve the strongest paintings possible by starting with what's important to you. In this fast moving, fun, mixed water media workshop Mark will teach you to simplify subjects to create emotion and mood. You will work intuitively with shape, color, line and especially texture to produce an abstraction with a personal focus and a representational work based on personal reference choices. A variety of 'slippery surfaces' will be explored. Mark is the author of Creative Watercolor Workshop. Mark is a signature member of the NWS, AWS, TWSA, and many more. Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Mark Mehaffey Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $595 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Watercolor On Japanese Masa Paper August 6-8, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Create incredible texture and add new dimension to your watercolors using masa paper, a thin but also extremely tough machine-made Japanese art paper. Collage the masa paper over watercolor paper to create a foundation for your work. Paint with traditional watercolor pigment directly on top of the oriental paper to bring forth exciting results. Experiment with drawing, crumpling, wetting, back painting, mounting and drying for different effects. Ed begins each day with a short lecture and a demonstration of the masa paper layering technique and the application of watercolors. Plenty of time is allotted for you to put this expanded approach to watercolor painting into practice. Ed provides individual attention at your workspace to promote successful learning. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Ed Fenendael, www.WatercolorExcitement.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330 + materials fee, Non-Members: $355 + materials fee Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			All Media Workshop with Neill Slaughter August 6-10, 2012 — This interdisciplinary drawing and painting workshop is structured for both the beginner as well as the more experienced artist. Working in the medium which best suits the student (drawing, water-based painting such as watercolor and acrylic or oil) provides an opportunity for guided exploration through a series of various drawing or painting studies designed to improve disciplined observation, while learning to develop a practical knowledge and empathy with materials as well as fundamental methods of procedure. While working on location each session will focus on particular areas of study, ranging from composition to color. Assessment of the work will be conducted on a one-to-one basis to encourage individual growth and in group critiques. Limited to 10 students. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Neill Slaughter, www.neillslaughter.com Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $550 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-244-9742

			Paintings with Character: Watercolor Portraits from Photographs August 6-27, 2012 (Mondays, 9am-12pm) — Painting portraits can be intimidating to say the least, but I want to show you how to let go of that fear! In this class you will need some drawing skills behind you to get good contour drawings for your paintings. From there I will show you how to cross those lines to get good connecting shapes to your backgrounds and your subjects. We will concentrate on composition, the use of color, lights and darks, and where to use soft and hard edges. You should have some experience with watercolor and drawing to experience the full benefits of this class. Visit website				Location: Scottsdale, AZ Instructor: Kim Johnson Nechtman, www.kj-art.com Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $180 Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			Abstractions in Watercolor: Pattern, Color & Movement August 9-11, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Utilize the fluidity of watercolor and your intuition to explore the development of abstract forms from observed reality, finding the balance between spontaneity and control. Learn how to subtract, expand, isolate, redefine, and translate from a singular evocative subject - such as a photo or sketch - to create abstract forms. Following Jan's group demonstrations, engage in a variety of painting exercises that stimulate creativity and emphasize the use of intuition in creating art. Learn a range of experimental techniques and tools to progress toward a finished painting, including a personal sketchbook journal to document your journey. Share your experience and get an outside perspective on your art from Jan and the group. No experience in non-representational art is required. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Jan Heaton, www.JanHeaton.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $575, Non-Members: $600 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Introduction to Watercolour lI August 11 & 12, 2012 (1-4pm) — Note: The materials fee will be waived for those who also take Watercolour I. If you have a little experience in watercolor and want to go to the next level; or, you've done watercolor in the past and want to "brush up" on your skills, this two half-day workshop is for you! Take it either in combination with Introduction to Watercolour I, or add to your experience with a refresher and improve your skills, training your "eye" for color, shape and design on paper. Visit website				Location: Fredericton, Canada Instructor: Joan Meade Sponsor: edVentures Fredericton Cost: Workshop Fee: $70 (plus HST), Materials Fee: $35 Email: Fredericton Tourism Phone: 1-888-850-1333

			Expressive Flowers, Faces & Figures in Watercolor August 13-17, 2012 — Fresh flowers in the studio will be the inspiration for the beginning of this dynamic workshop - progressing to the portrait and figure. Through a series of fun painting exercises, students will develop a more loose and natural approach - giving them an opportunity to be more spontaneous and expressive in their paintings. A few drawing exercises will be included for the portrait. Many "features" will be covered!! - including children's portraits. We will work with photographs and progress to the model. Some students may want to paint just portraits or just flowers, although the demonstrations and instruction are geared to beginning with flowers and ending with the portrait/figure. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Janet Rogers, www.watercolorsbyrogers.com Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $550 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-244-9742

			Aqua Media Acrylic and Collage August 13-17, 2012 (8:00 am) — Expand your creative limits. Get fired up and excited to paint with Lana Grow. Be ready to try one thing after another as you move from transparent to translucent to opaque! Explore the use of acrylic paint, heavy and soft gel mediums, gesso, gold leaf, textures, stamping, stenciling, transfers and collage. Color mixing and basic design elements will be presented through demonstration and visual aids. Lana L. Grow is a signature member of the AWS, Red River Watercolor Society, Society of Layerists in Multi Media and the International Society of Experimental Artists. Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Lana Grow Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $595 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Sky, Water & Waves: Simply Dramatic August 13-15, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Capture the depth and drama of water and sky through surprisingly easy techniques. Lee teaches you how to set up your palette, use masks, create washes, and render details to express the magic of light in skies and water. You'll see - and paint - light, clouds and water with confidence using your new skills. Begin with a basic drawing on watercolor paper of any body of water and some sort of sky, with or without clouds. Lee then guides you through a simplified, effective process to bring life and light to water and sky through demonstrations and individual instruction. Expect to leave the workshop with at least one completed painting. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Lee Mothes, www.OceansAndDreams.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			"Portraits in Watercolor" August 13-17, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Ted Nuttall is a figurative watercolorist that discusses how to achieve spontaneity, character, and life in your paintings, as well as the pitfalls and pluses of painting from photographic reference. He has an intuitive ability to capture the quiet underlying character of his subjects. As Ted shares his approach to figure and specific techniques he uses to bring excitement to his work, you will find your paintings taking on a new life and you will have great fun in the process. Class will include daily demonstrations and one-on-one interaction. To read more about Ted Nuttall, please see his website at www.tednuttall.com Visit website				Location: Bend, OR Instructor: Ted Nuttall Sponsor: Cascade Fine Art Workshops Cost: $585 by June 13, $635 after June 13 Email: Sue Manley Phone: 541-408-5524

			Plein Air Painting in the Canadian Maritimes August 14-17, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Campobello Island, Canada Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Plein Air Painting on the Maine Coast August 14-17, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in painting the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you how to capture the moment en plein air but without sacrificing mood or magic. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Bring Umbria to Life August 16-30, 2012 — Thom Ricks, painter, author, world traveler and 30 year professional artist invites you to participate in a two week hands on workshop that will challenge you to dare to dream your fullest artistic self. Inspiring and encouraging students to reach to become more of who they already are, Thom will take you on an adventure into the medieval hillside towns in the Umbrian region to hone your eye to find those great compositions to sketch on location, then bring to life in the studio through acrylics and watercolors. Students of all levels are welcome. Visit website				Location: Terni, Italy Instructor: Thom Ricks Sponsor: La Romita School of Art Email: Thom Ricks Phone: 210-913-5683

			Exploring Color with Confidence August 16-18, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Immerse yourself in color to break old habits and find fresh ways to bring expressive color to your art with a published expert in the field. Learn Nita's split-primary color-mixing system and color triads. Explore color harmony and learn to use your own unique combinations. Nita puts an emphasis on your personal expression and individual development. Demonstrations and exercises will be in watercolor, but artists working in any medium will benefit. Apply Nita's principles in sketches and small paintings. Engage in daily group critiques, and insightful individual critiques that are tailored to each student's skill level. You will work on your own paintings, from sketches, setups or photos. A free, private consultation on one or two pieces of current work is optional. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Nita Leland, www.NitaLeland.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $460, Non-Members: $485 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Watercolor Inside Out August 17-19, 2012 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm) — Expand your personal goals working with watercolor in this 3-day workshop with Stewart White. You will break down the painting process that is essential to mastering fundamentals such as drawing, washes, mark-making, technique, seeing simple shapes and composition. There will also be lessons in perspective, working with a still life, and the challenges of plein-air painting with watercolor. Stewart will do demonstrations of landscape, cityscapes and the figure. Working from projected images, sketches, photographs, and out of doors (weather permitting), you will leave with a new sense of inspiration! Visit website				Location: Easton, MD Instructor: Stewart White Sponsor: Easton Studio & School Cost: $400 Email: Kathi Ferguson Phone: 410-770-4421

			Painting Glass and Crystal August 18-19, 2012 (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) — Watercolor artists know the complex issues that need to be considered when trying to capture the essence of glass and crystal. Sharron Burns has developed outstanding techniques which she will convey to the class through demonstrations and individual instruction. Come and spend two days focusing on the play of light, color and reflection in glass. Visit website				Location: Charlotte, NC Instructor: Sharron Burns Sponsor: Nancy Couick Studios & Gallery Cost: $150 Email: Nancy Couick Phone: 704-541-6944

			Paint With Pizazz! August 20-22, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Celebrate your subject by making it your own! Move beyond merely copying a subject to developing it as an expression of your personal vision. Convey your inspiration through enhanced colors, a full range of values, selective and simplified shapes, and successful composition. Use the special magic of watercolor's flowing colors, sparkling whites of the paper, rich layered values, negative painting, brushwork, and varied textures to highlight your subject. Bridget conducts daily demonstrations and exercises to manipulate watercolor to transform landscapes, flowers and buildings into an interpretation of your unique voice. Ample time is provided for individual work, personal help, and informative critiques. Bring your favorite subjects to transform. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Bridget Austin, www.BridgetAustin.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Discover Madeline Island August 20-24, 2012 — This is a plein air watercolor workshop taught by Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. Madeline is an island surrounded by the clear waters of Lake Superior. The ferry heads to a little village with historic buildings, giving you a glance of what lies ahead. Fields, forests, cliffs and beaches wait to be painted. The art school is based on a restored dairy farm and offers a perfect setting for your creative spirit. Enjoy daily demonstrations and lots of individual assistance. Afternoon critiques are held under an overhead mirror, allowing Tony to give verbal suggestions while painting them on acetate placed over your work. Actual paintings are never touched. Then, the studio is yours anytime, to add finishing details. Visit website				Location: Madeline Island, WI Instructor: Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. Sponsor: The Madeline Island School of the Arts Email: Sherry Cross, Registrar Phone: 1-800-248-6449

			Painting Color and Light in Plein Air Watercolor August 20-24, 2012 — Steve Rogers AWS, NWS is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. He is the recipient of many major awards including the Best of Show Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007 and has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist." Learn about light and color and the way juicy and vibrant watercolor behaves, "dealing with dark values in watercolor", "secrets of painting reflections" and much more. Lots of student painting time along with personal help. We'll all learn a lot and have fun painting plein air watercolors in the spectacular setting of Acadia National Park. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Steve Rogers, www.watercolorsbyrogers.com Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $550 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-244-9742

			Plein Air Watercolor in Beautiful Acadia National Park August 20-24, 2012 (9:00 AM - 4:00PM) — Steve Rogers AWS,NWS,TWSA is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. The recipient of many major awards including the Gold Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007, he is a signature member of AWS, NWS& TWSA. He has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist" as well as French and Chinese Publications. Beginners and advanced painters alike will learn about light and color and the way juicy and vibrant watercolor behaves, "dealing with dark values in watercolor", "secrets of painting reflections" and much, much more. Lots of student painting time along with personal help is available every day. We'll all learn a lot and have fun painting the spectacular setting of Acadia National Park. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Steve Rogers AWS, NWS, TWSA Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $550 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-460-4119

			Watercolor Energies and Composition August 22-25, 2012 — Frank Webb is one of the nation's premier watercolor teachers and brings enthusiasm and energy to his classes, making painting an exhilarating enterprise. "My work proceeds from on-the-spot graphite drawings made from a lifetime of travels. Each drawing is edited, fused with design principles, and used as the model. With large flat brushes and plenty of water I approach the paper in a slam-bang initial wash, and end with the caress of a butterfly wing." Visit website				Location: Columbia, MD Instructor: Frank Webb Email: Phone: 858-518-0949

			Limit Your Colors And Expand Your Mood August 23-25, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Color is a powerful element to convey mood and emotions in a painting, but there are an overwhelming number of watercolor paint colors available. Learn to choose colors carefully and thoughtfully limit selections, to apply the most effective color to communicate what you want your work to express. Employ the techniques of mixing, selecting, pouring, blending, avoiding muddy colors, and using neutrals to enhance your painting. Suzanne discusses and demonstrates how colors relate to each other and the benefits of a limited, personal palette. After designing a variety of "color ways", paint a landscape and a still life to apply the concept of each limited palette. Bring your own color preferences and personality to your paintings, and produce at least one finished painting. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Suzanne Hetzel, www.DragonflyWatercolors.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Vineyards and Olive Groves August 25 - September 1, 2012 (7 day) — Enjoy unrivaled views and tranquil sceneries with many vineyards and olive groves dotted across the wide open landscape. Here, you can paint the romantic images Italy is so famous for. From The Retreat you have stunning views across the region providing plenty of inspiration. Your experienced tutor will help you develop your confidence and skills. We will also visit ancient hill-top towns, the seaside and historic cities where we sit and paint and simply soak up the atmosphere. Suitable for beginners to advanced. You can work in various media. Visit website				Location: Ascoli Piceno, Italy Instructor: John W. Skelcher Sponsor: The Retreat Cost: 1,200 USD p.p twin/1,600 USD p.p single all inclusive Email: Jana Fritzsche Phone: (0039) 334903 4401

			Paint the Light of Acadia August 27-31, 2012 — Award winning artist Paul George's workshops are loaded with great information and are motivating for both the beginner and the experienced painter. You will paint from nature but his focus is to teach you how to approach any subject and design and execute a good painting. You'll begin with a complete look at values and how to use them to simplify, design and improve your painting. Next you will move into the exciting world of color and explore the reasons why watercolor of all the mediums comes alive and how to use this for more exciting paintings. Paul will support each subject with talks, painting demonstrations and with personal one on one support and a complete critique each afternoon. Limited to 15 students. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Paul George, www.paulgeorgeartist.com Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $550 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-244-9742

			Larger Than Life in Watercolor August 27-29, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Go beyond the scope and scale of traditional watercolor to experience the joy of painting a gradient wash over sixty inches long or creating a stroke that reaches up to the sky...literally. It is both rewarding and physically challenging to create watercolor paintings of the largest scale. Bring your own style and technique to this unique application of watercolor. Michael will demonstrate and discuss the techniques involved in this method of painting, including preparation, alternative materials/substrates, and brushes. Engage in a number of hands-on painting lessons that result in two large-scale paintings. An understanding of traditional watercolor techniques of at least the advanced beginner level is suggested. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Michael Ireland, www.IrelandWatercolors.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Staying Afloat in Watercolour August 27-31, 2012 (8:00 am) — Capture the fleeting moments! David Taylor will show you the best way to tackle painting the rugged coastline, the sea with its character, the calm waters and boats in the beautiful harbor, and Main Street along the harbor offering movement, color, and atmosphere. He will encourage your creativity and individuality and give you insight into portraying the subject in simple terms, helping you get fresh, spontaneous results. David is the coauthor of Solving Mysteries in Watercolor with Ron Ranson. His work has been featured in the International Artist Magazine. Visit website				Location: Newport, OR Instructor: David Taylor Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $625 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Plein Air Painting in Canadian Maritimes - Mentoring August 28-31, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in a mentoring workshop in the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you the finer points of outdoor painting and help you grow in your career. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Campobello Island, Canada Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Plein Air Painting in Downeast Maine - Mentoring August 28 - September 31, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in a mentoring workshop in the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you the finer points of outdoor painting and help you grow in your career. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			The Illustrated Page: Sketching the Natural World August 30 - September 1, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Whether your interests are related to gardens, traveling, taking nature walks, or exploring various habitats and their creatures, this class will inspire you to begin an ongoing journal of your experiences. Learn to draw from life and also from photos, and the advantages of each. Drawing techniques, plus using watercolor pencil and watercolor, pen & ink (and/or felt tip marker) and informal calligraphy will be covered in depth. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Cynthia Quinn, www.CynthiaQuinn.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Painting Tuscany with Robert Burridge September 1-8, 2012 — Join Robert Burridge for an exciting painting workshop in Tuscany. This on-location and studio painting workshop is for all levels of painters who want to learn the time-honored joy of painting & sketching outdoors and finishing up in the studio. Starting in a controlled studio environment you will practice the principles for painting & sketching outdoors, and prepare for the outdoor plein air experience. Travel to the site and set up your outdoor "studio," painting all day with watercolor - the preferred medium for outdoors. Back in the studio, using acrylics, we paint what we have visually imprinted, sketched and photographed. This course will teach you all the basic principles to paint trees, clouds, meadows, mountains, water and abstract landscapes. Visit website				Location: Tuscany, Italy Instructor: Robert Burridge Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $2,400 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Painting the French Light and Colour with Watercolour September 2-16, 2012 — Join Australian artist Michael Ferris to create your own piece of art history and capture your precious moments in France. Let your watercolours create a visual phrasebook of your trip. Mike Ferris will tutor you in the finer points of capturing the moment as well as imparting the finer points of classic still life flowers for which he is renowned. The course will included studio classes and demonstrations of flowers and still life as well as provincial French landscapes and buildings. Some time will be spent doing field sketches and painting en plein air. Every moment of your trip will be filled with the French experience. Maximum of 7 students allows highly personalized instruction. Visit website				Location: Fontaine-Fourches, France Instructor: Michael Ferris Sponsor: La Bonne Etoile Artist Retreat Cost: 3700 Euros - 14 nights all inclusive Email: Kippy Hammond Phone: (770) 216-1541

			Sketchbooks in Italy September 2-16, 2012 — Join Ken O'Connell this summer at La Romita School of Art! Sketching with Ken is an adventure in seeing the world with fresh eyes. You will learn to work portably, quickly, and with an eye towards capturing fragments of wonderful experiences. The sketchbook is your portable studio and your portable history. The spirit of the rough sketch is to see simply and to learn to draw and color that vision. You learn to see by sketching and fragments become dream catchers for whole experiences. Visit website				Location: Terni, Italy Instructor: Ken O'Connell Sponsor: La Romita School of Art Email: Ken O'Connell Phone: 541-953-0190

			Watercolor Workshop with Frank Webb September 6-17, 2012 — We will spend 5 days in Santa Margherita Ligure and take daily trips to the famous Cinque Terre towns, and Portofino, and Camogli. Lots of great painting opportunities there. Frank will demonstrate daily and give much individual attention. Our private bus will then take us to Lucca for 6 days of cultural immersion. Lucca is one of the most beautiful and interesting towns in Tuscany. Daily painting time with Frank will be our focus. But concerts nearly every night, wonderful food, and a few unplanned but serendipitous events will entertain and inspire wonderful paintings. You will fly into and out of Florence. Included: tuition, room (dbl. occ.), all breakfasts, 6 dinners, transportation within Italy. Optional Florence extension $399, Sept. 17-20. Visit website				Location: Cinque Terre and Lucca, Italy Instructor: Frank Webb, AWS, NWS Sponsor: Flying Colors Art Workshops Cost: $3,395 painters, $3,195 non-painters Email: Johanna Morrell Phone: 858-518-0949

			Drawing and Painting From Nature September 6-8, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Join Peggy, acclaimed resident artist of the Field Museum of Chicago, to render vignettes of nature with strong compositions. Then add color with layers of transparent watercolor washes or traditional colored pencils to create luminous color. By building color slowly, numerous small decisions are made that can be changed or refined along the way. Begin by learning to draw from life with confidence. Peggy will demonstrate basic drawing techniques like measuring, crawling and modeling. The technique of color layering (alternating complements as well as applying direct color) allows values and colors to be built risk-free. Animal and bird specimens from the Field Museum will be provided, or you may bring your own photos or sketches of any natural subject. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Peggy Macnamara, www.PeggyMacnamara.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $330, Non-Members: $355 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Brilliant Still-Lifes September 7-9, 2012 (9:30 to 4:30) — Getting personality into your paintings with the tricks of the trade, and the finishing touches. There will also be some discussion on marketing, blogs, websites, and using Facebook and other social media to increase your sales. The process is to finish a small, simple, still-life and/ or portrait in six hours broken up into two 3-hour sittings. This is not only excellent practice, but by making quick paintings, the artist can then post them for auction, either on a website, blog, or on eBay, which we will discuss during class. Visit website				Location: Florence, OR Instructor: Clinton Holbart Sponsor: Art Workshops By The Sea Cost: $385. Email: Paulette Shanklin Phone: 541 991-1709

			Etruscan Places Open Air Fundamentals Tuscany, Italy September 8-15, 2012 (All Day) — Our core program is founded upon the premise that open air painting presents unique challenges to the artist in the fleeting light and unpredictability of atmospheric conditions that require a specific technical approach in execution. We introduce our method through a structured program combining lectures, exercises & demonstrations that aim to enable participants to compose, develop and complete a painting in one session. Two instructors will work directly with participants at all times. Sessions are supported by a museum visit in Siena, evening slide shows analyzing works of the masters in the history of landscape painting, books and readings. Fees includes materials, surfaces, equipment, meals, accommodation, field trips, local transport. All levels. 12 student maximum. Visit website				Location: Buonconvento, Tuscany, Italy Instructor: Maddine Insalaco and Joe Vinson Sponsor: Etruscan Places Cost: $2,150 - $2,560 Email: Maddine Insalaco/Joe Vinson Phone: 212-780-3216

			Painting Tuscan Light from Within September 8-15, 2012 — Join us in Italy with the author of The Tao of Watercolor! Drawing from her heritage, her frequent visits to a beloved Italy and a long career pushing the boundaries of creative watercolor, Jeanne has developed a course which brings together the techniques for capturing Tuscan light in watercolor with the thematic power of one's personal expression of that light. Tuscan light will be married to the light within as painters at every level, move in a new way through the craft of picture making in landscape, still life, and figure. Jeanne will demonstrate a different aspect of the craft each day, as well as provide ample amounts of individual consultation. All levels are welcome! Visit website				Location: Tuscany, Italy Instructor: Jeanne Carbonetti Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $2,400 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Exploring Italian Gardens September 9 - October 3, 2012 — Join landscape architect/artist Lisa Guthrie and landscape historian and longtime lecturer Tom Brown in exploring the greatest gardens of Umbria and Lazio. These gardens, full of fantasy and sensory delight, have inspired artists and designers for over four centuries. These gardens were created to impress, amuse, entertain and delight visitors and guests. In our group we will relive some of those delights as we retrace the original routes of seeing the gardens, then wander on our own to discover more. Tom will relate their history, show how they have changed through time and explain their meaning and features. Lisa will show us ways of creating our personal souvenir memoirs of our adventure, through sketches, photography, and written vignettes. Visit website				Location: Terni, Italy Instructor: Lisa Guthrie and Tom Brown Sponsor: La Romita School of Art Email: Lisa Guthrie Phone: (415) 388-3492

			Plein Air Painting in Tuscany September 10-14, 2012 — The painting workshop will be held in the Lunigiana region of Tuscany. We will work outdoors, or plein air, and focus on finding out where you need the most help to move your painting forward. The workshop is tailored to your individual needs and the class size is kept small so we can do this. For a summary of my teaching materials and structured approach to learning, see www.VirtualArtAcademy.com. For my background and philosophy of painting, see www.bjrgallery.com. The workshop price includes tuition and accommodation for the week. Visit website				Location: Tuscany, Italy Instructor: Barry John Raybould Sponsor: Virtual Art Academy Cost: $US2200 or €1500 Email: Jacqui Seddon

			Watercolor Basics with Helen Shafer Garcia - Session 3 September 10 - October 22, 2012 - No class Oct. 8th (Mondays, 1:30-4:30pm) — A class for the pure beginner: Experience the process of watercolors in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. This class will focus more on the process rather than product which will allow you to easily develop painting skills. Practice different techniques including brush marks, glazing, wet into wet, direct painting methods and washes. Discover ways to create surface textures using scraping tools, stamps, and resists. Gain color theory vocabulary and skills necessary for color mixing plans. Returning students will benefit from new class assignments each quarter. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Helen Shafer Garcia, www.helenshafergarcia.com Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $175 Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Painting with Igor Koutsenko - Oil, Watermedia & Pastel painters welcome September 11 - October 30, 2012 - No class Oct. 23rd (Tuesdays, 1:30-4:30pm) — A successful painting relies on appropriate color solutions. In this class you will gain a better understanding of how to approach and solve color problems as well as specific problems of your chosen media. The majority of the work will be derived from still life with a focus on natural elements. Beginning to advanced students welcome. For beginners it is recommended that students take a drawing course concurrently with this program. All mediums are welcome. Drop-Ins welcome at $30 per day + model fees when applicable. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Igor Koutsenko, www.igorkoutsenkoart.com Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $175.00 includes model fees Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Capturing the Tuscan Light in Plein Air September 12-19, 2012 — Discover the effects of light in painting the beautiful countryside around Cortona en plein air. William (Bill) Rogers will demonstrate in both the oil and watercolor mediums. He will help painters of all levels develop a more acute sense of observation as well as learn techniques to simplify and translate their observations into paint. Bill will start each onsite session with a different problem to resolve and will do a small demo to illustrate possible solutions. This will be followed by students working on their own projects while Bill circulates with a painting surface to show students, with mini side demos, particular strategies for their unique painting- such as colour mixing, paint handling, drawing, and composition. Visit website				Location: Cortona, Italy Instructor: William Rogers Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: From $2749.00 Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508 254 8265

			Watercolor & Beyond September 14-16, 2012 (9 to 4) — All workshops are currently held in Santa Fe, New Mexico in Ms. Davis's studio. Dawn is available to teach workshops in other areas. They consist of 3 full days of demonstrations and painting with much individual attention given to students of all levels. The cost is $300. Students must bring their own materials. A supply list from Dawn is available. There is a $75.00 non-refundable deposit due three weeks before each workshop. The balance is due at the beginning of the workshop. For recommendations and special rates on lodging, please contact Dawn in advance. Santa Fe is famous for galleries, shopping,history, museums, natural beauty, opera,classical and other music, spas and spirituality. Visit website				Location: Santa Fe, NM Instructor: Dawn Davis Cost: $300.00 Email: Dawn Davis Phone: 505-920-7293

			What Do You Mean, Watercolors are Hard? September 14-15, 2012 (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) — This excellent two-day class is for beginners and anyone who wants to improve their watercolor technique. Learn about basic supplies, techniques, color theory and image interpretation, with finished projects by the end of class. Visit website				Location: Charlotte, NC Instructor: Nancy Couick Sponsor: Nancy Couick Studio and Gallery Cost: $190.00 Email: Nancy Couick Phone: 704-541-6944

			Autumn Colors September 15-24, 2012 (10 days) — Enjoy the beauty and splendor of the Italian landscape at this colourful time of year. On this painting course, you will be able to paint the vast expanse of fields, beautiful hill-top towns and juicy grapes in the nearby vineyards. This is a truly lovely time of year when the olives start to ripen and farmers bring in the rest of the year's harvest. With the trees, the woodlands and fields changing colours it will encourage accomplished and budding painters alike to add a few more colours to the palette. Non-painting partners are welcome at a reduced rate and can join us on all our trips and excursions. Visit website				Location: Ascoli Piceno, Italy Instructor: John W. Skelcher Sponsor: The Retreat Cost: 1,600 USD twin/1,850 p.p. single room, all inclusive Email: Jana Fritzsche Phone: (0039) 334903 4401

			Plein Air Painting in Downeast Maine - Mentoring September 18-21, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in a mentoring workshop in the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you the finer points of outdoor painting and help you grow in your career. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Plein Air Painting in Canadian Maritimes - Mentoring September 18-21, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in a mentoring workshop in the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you the finer points of outdoor painting and help you grow in your career. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Campobello Island, Canada Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Watercolor Workshop with Karen Frey September 19-21, 2012 (9:30am-4pm) — Karen's workshops are all about wet into wet watercolor techniques, color, value and compositional structure with some aesthetic considerations added for good measure. First Karen will lecture about her specific palette and how it pertains to wet into wet. A demonstration of a purposeful under painting will follow, and students will have an opportunity to develop their own under paintings. Next, the focus will be on a calculated approach to wet into wet applications, such as the development of a complex wash by increasing the pigment/water ratio progressively. As there are many aspects of wet-into-wet, day three will once again focus on finished painting applications - working on an altogether different image while attending to new technical concerns. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Karen Frey, www.karenfrey.com Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $425 Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Capturing Motion in Watercolor September 20-22, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Learn the techniques for depicting motion by examining the techniques used in photography and film to indicate motion: stop-motion and blurs, and discover how to achieve these effects in watercolor. Employ the elements and principles of design and composition to provide a solid foundation for the use of these motion effects. Begin with a review of successful works- including photographs - that depict motion, then learn from Doug's demonstrations in the medium. View examples of poor design, and learn how to alter and improve the compositions, to expand your understanding of what constitutes successful design. Hands-on application of the techniques and Doug's individual guidance promote learning and the completion of at least one painting. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Doug Lew, www.DougLew.com Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $390, Non-Members: $415 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Painting the Sacramento Delta with Dale Laitinen September 21-23, 2012 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm) — Paint the Delta will be held in one of California's most unique landscapes, the California Delta. Artists will concentrate on painting in and around the river towns of Rio Vista, Walnut Grove, and Locke. Join us and develop your language of landscape as we explore and paint, waterways, byways, and bridges of this most evocative of California places. This workshop will be an intensive three day workshop, full of painting demos, instruction, and a critique. This hands-on landscape painting workshop will focus on making a painting from the sketch to the last brushstroke. This workshop will fill quickly so sign up soon, see you there. Visit website				Location: Rio Vista, CA Instructor: Dale Laitinen Sponsor: Knowlton Gallery Cost: $300.00 Email: Robin Knowlton Phone: 209-368-5123

			The Colors of Light & Shadow in the Cinque Terre September 22-29, 2012 — Join master painter and workshop instructor Laurie Meyer in the inspiring villages and natural environment of Italy's Cinque Terre region! Add strength to your composition, excitement to your brushwork, and learn to see and mix fresh color in the breathtaking light of the Cinque Terre villages and landscape! Come. Taste the rich atmosphere and paint in a land where other great artists have been inspired for centuries. Visit website				Location: Cinque Terre, Italy Instructor: Laurie Meyer Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: From US$2899.00 Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			Annex:art Summer Artist Residency Summer 2012 — Annex:art is currently accepting applications for its summer workshop and artist residency program. This program is open to artists working in any medium and can be structured to meet the individual needs of the artist. For additional information and online applications and prospectus, please visit www.annexart.com Visit website				Location: Berlin/Brandenburg, Germany Instructor: non-instructional Sponsor: Annex:art Email: Chris McCabe Phone: +49 038789 90239

			Sketching and Painting the Plein Air Landscape September 22 & 23, 2012 (10am - 4pm) — This class is designed to ease you into the art of "plein air" painting. En plein air is a French phrase meaning simply, "in open air". This class will focus on the unique pleasures and challenges of painting "en plein air" and specifically to capture the intensity and quality of light during the course of a summer afternoon. We'll begin by learning to use our sketchbooks to record the impression of the landscape and to quickly capture changing light effects. From there we'll move on to more ambitious paintings of the plein air landscape. This class will focus on the skills and techniques needed to make plein air paintings successful in varied conditions. Visit website				Location: North Bennington, VT Instructor: Tony Conner Sponsor: Tony Conner Cost: $175 Email: Tony Conner Phone: 802-375-5548

			Discover. Create. Captivate! Florence September 22-25, 2012 (9:30 to 4:30) — Discover. Create. Captivate! Nationally recognized watercolorists, Cindy Briggs and Theresa Goesling share how to take your idea from inspiration to design to finished luminous painting with their rich Italian themed palette of colors. Painting Florence Italy in Florence OR. Get it all 2 days of Plein Air and 2 days of In Studio classes. We will focus on building design creating dynamic shapes, selecting captivating color combinations, and using creative brushwork. We will take you outside for painting en plein air the coastal town of Florence with its colorful waterfront. In the studio workshop we will work with provided reference photos from Italy or you can paint from your own reference photos utilizing our design techniques. Visit website				Location: Florence, OR Instructor: Cindy Briggs & Theresa Goesling Sponsor: Art Workshops By The Sea Cost: $425 Email: Paulette Shanklin Phone: 541 991-1709

			Paint Florence Italy in Florence Oregon - Plein Air September 22-23, 2012 (9:30 to 4:30) — Discover. Create. Captivate! Nationally recognized watercolorists, Cindy Briggs and Theresa Goesling share how to take your idea from inspiration to design to finished luminous painting with their rich Italian themed palette of colors. Painting Florence Italy in Florence OR. This Plein Air class will focus on building design creating dynamic shapes, selecting captivating color combinations, and using creative brushwork. This workshop can be combined with the 2 day In studio Class on July 27-28. Visit website				Location: Florence, OR Instructor: Cindy Briggs & Theresa Goesling Sponsor: Art Workshops By The Sea Cost: $260. Email: Paulette Shanklin Phone: 541 991-1709

			Design It from the Side: Watercolor by Design September 23-29, 2012 — For seasoned watercolor painters who want to keep growing, staying on the edge of discovery. Field and studio sessions allow for rich experiencing of Ghost Ranch and collecting images to use for painting development. Focus will be on design. Sample: Design that painting from the side! which includes much about color value, shape and texture. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Pomona Hallenbeck Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $350 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Plein Air Painting: What You Need to Know September 23-29, 2012 — Landscape students often find themselves overwhelmed at Ghost Ranch by 360 degrees of extraordinary views and changing conditions. We address the issues you need to consider before you go to work. We will spend three days in the studio, getting down what thrills you. Bring media of your choice and all accompanying equipment plus outdoor easel and compatible umbrella. You will also need a camera and a notebook, pencils and pens for the studio exercises. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Janet Palin Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $360 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Awakening Creativity & Spirit: Inspiration from the Land of O'Keeffe September 23-29, 2012 — This course is for visual artists, photographers, musicians and creative writers who wish to engage with their art at a soul level. Guided experiential exercises are blended with individual work and community engagement. Reconnect with nature, spirit and your innate creativity. Bring art materials, computer and/or digital camera and a journal. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Randee Lawrence Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $385 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Fall foliage prelude in Vermont September 24-28, 2012 — Take three or five days of this plein air watercolor workshop taught by Tony van Hasselt. Just driving through this bucolic countryside will inspire you to photograph, sketch and paint. The Landgrove Inn offers a welcome atmosphere, comfortable rooms and delicious meals. Subjects abound on the property and at nearby locations. Enjoy daily demonstrations and individual assistance. Critiques are held under an overhead mirror, allowing Tony to give verbal suggestions while painting them on acetate placed over your work. Paintings are never touched. The studio is yours anytime, to add finishing details. Non-painters will enjoy visiting the nearby Vermont Country Store and of course, the outlet heaven in Manchester. The foliage season is immensely popular here. Early reservations are required! Visit website				Location: Landgrove, VT Instructor: Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. Sponsor: van Hasselt Watercolor Workshops Cost: 3 days $375.00 / 5 days $550.00 Email: Sherry Cross, Registrar Phone: 1-800-248-6449

			Watercolor Energies and Composition September 24-28, 2012 — Frank Webb is one of the nation's premier watercolor teachers and brings enthusiasm and energy to his classes, making painting an exhilarating enterprise. "My work proceeds from on-the-spot graphite drawings made from a lifetime of travels. Each drawing is edited, fused with design principles, and used as the model. With large flat brushes and plenty of water I approach the paper in a slam-bang initial wash, and end with the caress of a butterfly wing." Visit website				Location: Rockland, ME Instructor: Frank Webb Email: Lyn Donovan Phone: 207-594-4813

			Paint Florence Italy in Florence Oregon - In Studio September 24-25, 2012 (9:30 to 4:30) — Discover. Create. Captivate! Nationally recognized watercolorists, Cindy Briggs and Theresa Goesling share how to take your idea from inspiration to design to finished luminous painting with their rich Italian themed palette of colors. Painting Florence Italy in Florence OR. This In Studio class will focus on building design creating dynamic shapes, selecting captivating color combinations, and using creative brushwork. This workshop can be combined with the 2 day Plein Air Class on July 25-26. Visit website				Location: Florence, OR Instructor: Cindy Briggs & Theresa Goesling Sponsor: Art Workshops By The Sea Cost: $260. Email: Paulette Shanklin Phone: 541 991-1709

			A Breath of Fresh Effects September 24-28, 2012 (8:00 am) — Liven up your painting with bold, vivid color. Frank will show you how to breathe life into your paintings with glowing color, accurate values, and great composition. Get fresh effects with Frank's unique style of painting; allow the pure color to mingle on the paper to bring vitality to your paintings. Come create eye-catching landscapes, cityscapes and waterscapes at carefully thought out locations. Frank's work is often featured on the cover of Watercolor Artist and The Artist's Magazine. He is a signature member of NWS, TWSA, WW, WHS, WFWS, SDWS, TSW and CWS. Visit website				Location: Portland, OR Instructor: Frank Francese Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $595 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Realism Through Design September 24-28, 2012 (8:00 am) — Use design to strengthen and enhance your paintings. John will help you in all aspects of painting a representational cityscape or town scene - choosing the subject, adding mood and creating emotional content, lighting the scene for dramatic effect, using photo references in a meaningful way and most importantly, strengthening and enhancing representational painting through design. This is an invaluable opportunity to gain new painting insights and lots of one-on-one individual help. John is a signature member of the AWS, TWSA, NWS and many more. (May include outings to gather local references). Visit website				Location: Portland, OR Instructor: John Salminen Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $695 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: 503.930.4572

			Plein Air Painting in Canadian Maritimes - Mentoring September 25-28, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in a mentoring workshop in the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you the finer points of outdoor painting and help you grow in your career. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Campobello Island, Canada Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Plein Air Painting in Downeast Maine - Mentoring September 25-28, 2012 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in a mentoring workshop in the Maine coast and Canadian Maritimes. Quiet beaches, bold cliffs, quaint fishing villages, and boats will be our subjects. Michael will show you the finer points of outdoor painting and help you grow in your career. Four half-days. We'll paint in the mornings, leaving you the afternoons free to paint on your own or explore! All levels, all media. Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Portraits and other Things September 27-29, 2012 (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) — Students will learn how to understand and work with colors and values, how to control the moisture on brushes and paper, how to glaze the colors, and how to move the colors to create balance and movement. Students will also work on designing composition and so much more! Students will be given projects to work on. These projects are designed to bring the students to a higher level in a short time. There will be a variety of subject matter ....A people painting one day and something else the next day. The students will watch 5-6 small demos everyday and every demo will have a problem solving goal. Visit website				Location: Charlotte, NC Instructor: Joseph Fettingis Sponsor: Nancy Couick Studios & Gallery Cost: $295.00 Email: Nancy Couick Phone: 704-541-6944

			Capturing Autumn Colors in Watercolor September 27-28, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Infuse the beauty of autumn into your watercolors and bring texture and interest to your paintings. Gain confidence in the application of special watercolor techniques such as glazing, collage, and layering colors to produce sparkling results. A popular instructor at Peninsula School of Art, Kari guides you step-by-step through her signature techniques to produce lively watercolors that reflect the vibrancy of the season. Bring your own photos of fall, or work from Kari's reference materials. Complete two to three finished paintings, as well as some miniature watercolors. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Kari Anderson Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $220, Non-Members: $245 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			The Grand Tour of Tuscany Plein-air Workshop September 29 - October 6, 2012 — Join us on a magnificent all-inclusive plein-air workshop in Tuscany with visits to the great Renaissance cities of Florence and Arezzo and more. We will be staying at an exclusive 4 star country resort and enjoy exquisite authentic Tuscan meals at a Michelin recommended restaurant. We will be painting in stunning locations. Included are accommodation, most meals, materials, tutition, excursions, transport, wine-tasting and more. Visit website				Location: Arezzo, Italy Instructor: John W. Skelcher Sponsor: The Retreat Cost: $2,700 USD all inclusive Email: Jana Fritzsche Phone: (0039) 334903 4401

			New Possibilities From Old Paintings September 29, 2012 (9am-4pm) — Turn your unfinished or "failed" watercolor paintings into new masterpieces. Donna will critique these pieces, talk about your intentions and go from there. Whether you haven't gone far enough or have gone too far with a work, learn how to move forward with a variety of expansive techniques. Use a stencil or gesso over an image, rip and reorganize image components, use opaque paints or interesting papers to add interest. Bring a sense of fun and exploration to this workshop. Donna will guide you in improvisational skills and techniques with new media, personally and in the group setting. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Donna Brown Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Members: $110 + materials fee, Non-Members: $135 + materials fee Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Etruscan Places Open Air Fundamentals Tuscany, Italy September 29 - October 6, 2012 (All Day) — Our core program is founded upon the premise that open air painting presents unique challenges to the artist in the fleeting light and unpredictability of atmospheric conditions that require a specific technical approach in execution. We introduce our method through a structured program combining lectures, exercises & demonstrations that aim to enable participants to compose, develop and complete a painting in one session. Two instructors will work directly with participants at all times. Sessions are supported by a museum visit in Siena, evening slide shows analyzing works of the masters in the history of landscape painting, books and readings. Fees includes materials, surfaces, equipment, meals, accommodation, field trips, local transport. All levels. 12 student maximum. Visit website				Location: Buonconvento, Tuscany, Italy Instructor: Maddine Insalaco and Joe Vinson Sponsor: Etruscan Places Cost: $2,150 - $2,560 Email: Maddine Insalaco/Joe Vinson Phone: 212-780-3216

			"Pour On Glowing Watercolor Glazes" September 29 - October 2, 2012 (9:30 to 4:30) — This class will show you how to enjoy the freedom of loose, flowing glazes of color that will add a brilliant glow to your paintings. Integrate background with subject, develop artistically strong design compositions, and create dramatic, award-winning paintings. Jan applies glazes in a unique process that results in glowing colors with incredible transparency. You can apply this technique to your own artistic style, whether it is realistic, surrealistic, abstract or anything in between. You may even start on a new creative path. Visit website				Location: Florence, OR Instructor: Jan Fabian Wallake Sponsor: Art Workshops By The Sea Cost: $485. Email: Paulette Shanklin Phone: 541 991-1709

			"Gone Up North" September 30 - October 6, 2012 — Something for everybody. Plein air and indoor painting workshop located in the beautiful Upper Peninsula on the shores of Lake Superior. Peak Fall colors! Individual and group instruction and critique along with drawing/composition instruction and 24 hour open studio. Lodging in cabins overlooking Lake Superior. Magnificent views and stress free relaxation. Visit website				Location: Au Train, MI Instructor: Marlene Wood Sponsor: Positive Strokes Art School Cost: $700 (includes workshop and lodging) Email: Marlene Wood Phone: 847 705-7130

			Awash with Gouache, Let's Try It! September 30 - October 6, 2012 — If you have been wanting to try something new and different, come wash with gouache, the opaque watercolor. We will combine watercolor and gouache, perhaps use watercolor pencils and water soluble crayons --- who knows! Bring three well-developed sketches. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Pomona Hallenbeck Sponsor: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center Cost: $350 + lodging & meals Email: Registrar Phone: 505-685-4333

			Plein Air Landscape Painting: Autumn Colors October 1-3, 2012 — Landscape painting on site can be a daunting pursuit even for experienced artists: this workshop offers suggestions to simplify its complexities, especially as they apply to vibrant autumn colors. The choice of composition, use of a limited palette, and simplification of value and color shapes are among the principles that are taught and demonstrated. An appreciation of these concepts will enrich the practice of painting out of doors. Owing to changes in light and weather, we'll work on several different paintings each day. The workshop will feature daily oil painting demonstrations by the instructor, but students are welcome to work in any medium. And we'll get to spend the time outdoors, studying the remarkable landscape of northern New England. Visit website				Location: Haverhill, NH Instructor: Jerry Weiss Sponsor: Gibson House Bed and Breakfast Cost: $275 Email: Susie Klein and Marty Cohen, Innkeepers Phone: (800) 989-2150 or (603) 989-3125

			2012 Aqueous Open Workshop October 1-4, 2012 (9:00am - 4:00pm) — Creative Painting from Concept to Completion. Paintings are above all else Ideas! Miles workshop will offer strategies to; cultivate fertile imagination, tap into the reservoir of your art and your life's experiences, transform your ideas into powerful visual statements and use the natural elements of pattern, rhythm, and beat to enliven your vision and your art. Miles will demonstrate 3 simple steps to producing creative painting ideas.....and ultimately creative paintings. Visit website				Location: Pittsburgh, PA Instructor: Miles Batt Sponsor: Pittsburgh Watercolor Society Cost: $375.00 Email: Elene Page Phone: 412-977-9724

			Fall Foliage in New Hampshire October 4-8, 2012 — Join three or five days of this plein air watercolor workshop taught by Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. It is held in charming areas of New England too small to find on a map. Imagine those glorious Fall colors displayed against the dark evergreens. Paint the countryside and sparkling lakes of "On Golden Pond" fame. Remember the Saturday Evening Post covers? Feel like you're actually doing one in picturesque villages like Freedom and Tamworth. Enjoy daily demonstrations and individual assistance. In our studio, critiques are held under an overhead mirror allowing Tony to give verbal suggestions while painting them on acetate placed over your work. Paintings are never touched. Visit website				Location: East Madison, NH Instructor: Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. Sponsor: van Hasselt Watercolor Workshops Cost: 3 days $375.00 / 5 days $550.00 Email: Sherry Cross, Registrar Phone: 1-800-248-6449

			Autumn In Umbria October 4-18, 2012 — Join Vera Dickenson and Robin Potweet for "Autumn in Umbria", an on-site workshop in mixed media and novel approaches to artistic interpretation. On site demonstrations, followed by studio instruction will provide the pathway for a memorable, personal record of your two weeks in Italian heaven. Robin records her travels in exquisite handmade journals, and will guide the group in the elements of graphic design, which strengthen these precious memory books. Vera will combine the onsite studies with studio critiques so that the flavor of our days out remain a part of the developed paintings. Visit website				Location: Terni, Italy Instructor: Vera Dickerson and Robin Poteet Sponsor: La Romita School of Art Email: Vera Dickenson Phone: 540-992-6585

			Watercolor Workshop in the Studio October 4-6, 2012 (9 am - 4 pm) — A graduate of LSU with a background in interior design and architectural rendering, Mary O has painted in watercolors and recently oils. An avid plein-air painter and signature member of the Georgia Watercolor Society, she has conducted workshops in the St. Simons Island area for several years and gives private lessons. This will be a three day studio workshop focusing on washes and under-paintings; color mixing on paper with triads and compliments; negative shapes and brushwork. Visit website				Location: St Simons Island, GA Instructor: Mary O. Smith Sponsor: Anderson Fine Art Gallery Cost: $350. Email: Mary Anderson or Lodi Palmer Phone: 912.634.8414

			Watercolor Energies and Composition October 6-7, 2012 — Frank Webb is one of the nation's premier watercolor teachers and brings enthusiasm and energy to his classes, making painting an exhilarating enterprise. "My work proceeds from on-the-spot graphite drawings made from a lifetime of travels. Each drawing is edited, fused with design principles, and used as the model. With large flat brushes and plenty of water I approach the paper in a slam-bang initial wash, and end with the caress of a butterfly wing." Visit website				Location: Wayne, PA Instructor: Frank Webb Contact: Patti Hallowell Phone: 610-329-1834

			Paint Autumn in Vermont with Michael Chesley Johnson October 7-8, 2012 (9-4) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson for a beautiful autumn in Vermont's Champlain Valley. We'll paint in and around historic Middlebury's Otter Falls. All levels, all media. Michael will show you the basics in plein air painting and help you explore techniques. Based at Middlebury Studio School in Frog Hollow. Visit website				Location: Middlebury, VT Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Middlebury Studio School Cost: $160 Email: Barb Nelson Phone: 802-247-3702

			Plein Air Painting the Sonoran Desert October 9-13, 2012 (10am - 4pm) — The Sonoran desert is a region unique both as a desert and in the variety of plant and wildlife it supports. It is the only place in the world where the saguaro cactus grows in the wild. This class will spend the day painting the beautiful vistas, unusual plant and wild life and spectacular sunsets. At the same time, we'll focus on the unique experience of painting "en plein air" - both the pleasures and the challenges. We'll begin each day with an instructor demonstration and end with a relaxed review of the day's work. In between, each class participant will develop their knowledge and skills in plein air painting with help, advice and guidance from the instructor. Visit website				Location: Tumacacori, AZ Instructor: Tony Conner Sponsor: Tony Conner Cost: $575 Email: Tony Conner Phone: 802-375-5548

			"Painting Maine Colors" October 11-13, 2012 (9:00-4:00) — Each Russ Johnson plein-air watercolor workshop provides you with maximum painting time in settings certain to fire your imagination. The day begins with a brief demonstration painting by Russ and then offers the highest level of one-on-one coaching throughout. At the end of each day we close with a critique of every painting completed during that session. The goal: to help you paint more comfortably in your own unique style. Class is limited to 15 students. Visit website				Location: Kennebunk, ME Instructor: Russ Johnson Sponsor: Russ Johnson Workshops Cost: $275 Email: Russ Johnson Phone: 609-275-0633

			Watercolor & Beyond October 12-14, 2012 (9 to 4) — All workshops are currently held in Santa Fe, New Mexico in Ms. Davis's studio. Dawn is available to teach workshops in other areas. They consist of 3 full days of demonstrations and painting with much individual attention given to students of all levels. The cost is $300. Students must bring their own materials. A supply list from Dawn is available. There is a $75.00 non-refundable deposit due three weeks before each workshop. The balance is due at the beginning of the workshop. For recommendations and special rates on lodging, please contact Dawn in advance. Santa Fe is famous for galleries, shopping,history, museums, natural beauty, opera,classical and other music, spas and spirituality. Visit website				Location: Santa Fe, NM Instructor: Dawn Davis Cost: $300.00 Email: Dawn Davis Phone: 505-920-7293

			Etruscan Places Open Air Advanced Seminar Tuscany October 13-20, 2012 (All Day) — Our Advanced Seminar is held on the spectacular estate of Campriano outside the town of Murlo in Tuscany. This workshop will offer experienced painters the opportunity to work intensively all day without the disruption of movements. We will have exclusive use of the 600 acre estate premises which will enable participants to develop longer term and larger scale works if desired. Two instructors will be available to work with participants. Critiques will be held daily. Slide shows on issues relevant to landscape painting will be held two evenings. Fees include most materials, surfaces and equipment, accommodations, all meals (Campriano has its own chef who offers informal cooking classes), field trip, local transportation. Max enrollment: 12 including non-painters. Visit website				Location: Murlo, Tuscany, Italy Instructor: Maddine Insalaco and Joe Vinson Sponsor: Etruscan Places Cost: $2,400- $2,760 Email: Maddine Insalaco/Joe Vinson Phone: 212-780-3216

			Ghost Ranch Plein Air Landscape Workshop October 14-20, 2012 (9am-5pm) — Join us in our eighth year of painting the incredible landscape in the O'Keeffe country of Northern New Mexico! All demos will be done in watercolor but you are welcome to work in the medium of your choice. This is an outdoor painting class for people with some plein air experience. The Ghost Ranch provides accommodations based on double occupancy, all meals and a studio and the landscape. $1550 does not include travel to and from the ranch and supplies. Visit website				Location: Abiquiu, NM Instructor: Meredith Nemirov Sponsor: Ridgway Gallery Workshops Cost: $1150.00 Email: Meredith Nemirov Phone: (970) 318 8444

			Watercolor Energies and Composition October 15-19, 2012 — Frank Webb is one of the nation's premier watercolor teachers and brings enthusiasm and energy to his classes, making painting an exhilarating enterprise. "My work proceeds from on-the-spot graphite drawings made from a lifetime of travels. Each drawing is edited, fused with design principles, and used as the model. With large flat brushes and plenty of water I approach the paper in a slam-bang initial wash, and end with the caress of a butterfly wing." Visit website				Location: Coupeville, WA Instructor: Frank Webb Email: Lisa Barnhardt Phone: 360-678-3396

			Let Watercolor Do Its Thing October 15-18, 2012 (9:30 am - 3:30 pm) — One of the wonderful qualities of watercolor is its ability to run, flow and mix to create beautiful images and shapes - all by itself. The goal of this workshop is to encourage those of you who want to loosen up to take a deep breath and let watercolor do its thing; and to introduce newbies to the joy of watercolor. Your experience as a painter doesn't matter. Your willingness to let the paint and paper take you on a journey does. Visit website				Location: Springfield, OR Instructor: Jo Dunnick Cost: $190 members/$230 non-members Email: Guy Weese Phone: 541-726-8595

			Pochade Sketching with Kath Macaulay October 17-19, 2012 (10 - 5 on first day, then 9 - 4 with a one hour lunch) — Is getting started scary? Does carrying everything keep you from painting/sketching? Whether you're a raw beginner or a professional, Pocket Sketching is for you. The format is only 4 x 6 inches and can go anywhere. Absolutely portable, the watercolor supplies fit in a fanny pack or purse. In 25 minutes or less, you can capture what captivated your attention. Why do your trip photographs never look like what you remember? The camera can't have your one-of-a-kind reaction to what you saw: only you can express what you felt you saw. When you're accomplished, this becomes a meditation with your subject, (for the painter, a source from which to paint in the studio). So much with so little! Visit website				Location: Sedona, AZ Instructor: Kath Macaulay, www.pocketsketching.com Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $350 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Painting the North Georgia Mountains with Michael Chesley Johnson October 17-18, 2012 (9-4) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson in Blue Ridge for two days of painting autumn in the beautiful mountains of North Georgia. All levels and all media are welcome. We'll cover the basics of painting outdoors, and Michael will show you how to capture the moment quickly and effectively but without sacrificing mood and magic. Visit website				Location: Blue Ridge, GA Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association Cost: $160 Email: Quinn Luke Phone: 706-632-2144

			Contemporary Abstract Figurative Painting & Collage October 23-25, 2012 (9:30am-4pm) — Drawing, painting and collaging the contemporary nude. You will learn expressive painting techniques for the modern painter. If you ever wanted to learn how to paint the freestyle abstract figure, this workshop is for you. Color explained and explored. You will learn the 12 Design Compositions for a successful painting. Your "drawing the nude" skills are not a prerequisite. Variety of poses with undraped model. Lots of paint sketching, gestural drawing and finger painting techniques. Be prepared to paint looser, bolder, freer, lighter and more intuitively. Plenty of time for action-filled painting exercises, demos and personalized attention. All water soluble paints are welcomed. Materials list provided. Handouts provided. Robert Burridge's painting workshops are known to change artists' lives forever. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Robert Burridge, www.robertburridge.com Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $425.00 includes model fees Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Liquid Sketching: Journal sketching with liquid pencil October 27 - November 3, 2012 — Derivan Liquid Pencils are a relatively new medium that takes sketching to a whole new place! With different tints in both permanent and rewettable formulas, they offer a wide range of creativity and allow you to 'sketch' without picking up a pencil! I've been working with the creators of Liquid Pencil and am excited to have a line of new products coming out that make this new medium especially user friendly to Art Journalers. If you love the look of sketching but are unsure of your drawing skills, this class will give you exactly what you need to begin sketching in your journal. All tools and supplies will provided! Visit website				Location: Cortona, Italy Instructor: Pam Carriker Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: From $2749.00 per person double occ, $2849.00 single Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508 254 8265

			Sedona Fall Colors - Watercolor or Oils October 29 - November 2, 2012 (10 - 5 on first day, then 9 - 4 with a one hour lunch) — Learn to capture the beauty of light! Betty Carr teaches students to accurately portray the effect of light on any subject, both in oil and in watercolor. Students can work in either medium and will explore a variety of locations in beautiful Sedona. This weeklong workshop begins directly following the 6th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival. During her workshop Betty begins each day with a demonstration/ lecture covering tools, techniques, brushwork, problems and solutions. Emphasis throughout the week is on organization and simplification of darks and lights, value and color relationships, edges, movement and mass to create a dynamic, coherent composition. Visit website				Location: Sedona, AZ Instructor: Betty Carr, www.bettycarrfineart.com Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $575 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Adult / teen art classes in drawing and painting Mondays and Saturdays (ongoing) (11am - 1pm (Mon.) & 9:30am - 11:30am (Sat.)) — Learn the basic techniques of watercolor, oil paints, charcoal, pastel, colored pencil, collage, printmaking and more as well as the fundamentals of composition, color theory, light and dark balance, realism and abstract art. Learn to work with freedom and freshness in a variety of mediums and subject matter such as landscape, still-life and portrait painting. Students learn through both guided techniques and by experimentation and exploration of mediums and subject-matter. Classes also introduce the History of Art to students. Visit website				Location: Livermore, CA Instructor: Thomasin Dewhurst Sponsor: Thomasin Dewhurst Fine Art Cost: $30 per two-hour lesson ($120 for 4 lessons) Email: Thomasin Dewhurst Phone: (925) 216-7231

			Transparent Watercolor Portrait Workshop with Fealing Lin November 5-7, 2012 (9:30 AM - 4:00 PM) — Fealing Lin's students never forget how she fired their passion for artistic expression; how she provided them with a safe, secure environment where the creative process was punctuated with fun, laughter, and positive reinforcement. Although portrait painting can be very intimidating, Fealing will teach you how to relax and enjoy as you discover the spontaneity so unique to watercolor. You will also learn how to capture the quality of light available to you. After all, it isn't objects we paint but the light that gives them shape, value, and dimension. You will achieve a level of transparency with your images and develop an understanding of head architecture that will give you the confidence to take on even the most challenging portraits. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Fealing Lin Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $375 Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Brenda Swenson - Negative Painting with Watercolor November 6-9, 2012 (9am to 4 pm) — Discover the dynamic results of negative painting! Learn how to suggest shapes by painting around them, and avoid the dreaded overworked painting. Learn techniques for creating overlapping and interlocking shapes, and lost edges. Gain an understanding of color theory and improve your paintings with rich, loose and glowing colors. Achieve control over the medium of watercolor with an increased understanding of glazing, wet into wet, charging colors and more! Learn to be inventive and take your painting to the next level. Students will benefit from informative demonstrations, friendly critiques, and one on one help. Workshop Skill Level: Basic knowledge of watercolor is recommended. Visit website				Location: Plantation, FL Instructor: Brenda Swenson Sponsor: Plantation Art Guild Cost: $345 Members/ $375 Non-members Email: Karen F. Braverman Phone: 954-257-5564

			Watercolors with Karlyn Holman November 8-10, 2012 (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) — Karlyn Holman is an internationally recognized artist, author and art instructor. She has owned and operated an art gallery since 1968. She is a prolific artist with a busy teaching schedule. Nature is the driving force in her paintings, whether abstract or realistic. Karlyn has a loose, spontaneous painting style and an energetic, encouraging teaching style. Visit website				Location: Charlotte, NC Instructor: Karlyn Holman Sponsor: Artists Studio & Gallery Cost: $325.00 Email: Nancy Couick Phone: 704-541-6944

			Watercolor Energies and Composition November 11-16, 2012 — Frank Webb is one of the nation's premier watercolor teachers and brings enthusiasm and energy to his classes, making painting an exhilarating enterprise. "My work proceeds from on-the-spot graphite drawings made from a lifetime of travels. Each drawing is edited, fused with design principles, and used as the model. With large flat brushes and plenty of water I approach the paper in a slam-bang initial wash, and end with the caress of a butterfly wing." Visit website				Location: Myrtle Beach, SC Instructor: Frank Webb Sponsor: Baltimore Watercolor Society Email: Regina K. Wynn Phone: 301-774-3418

			Watercolor Inside and Out November 12-16, 2012 (10 - 5 on first day, then 9 - 4 with a one hour lunch) — Learning to simplify and avoid overworking are the goals of the class. I use the same approach for figures, still-life and landscapes. First we'll use contour drawing, helping students to concentrate on interconnecting shapes rather than on isolated objects. Next we'll practice "direct painting", using as few overwashes as possible. We'll concentrate on good paint consistency (the correct ratio of water to paint when the brush is loaded.) Our hope will be to achieve the correct color, edge variety and tonal value with our first try. It is strongly advised that students will have reviewed the most recent books, "Charles Reid's Watercolor Secrets" and "Charles Reid's Watercolor Solutions". Visit website				Location: Sedona, AZ Instructor: Charles Reid Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $775 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Painting with Igor Koutsenko - Oil, Watermedia & Pastel painters welcome November 13 - December 18, 2012 (Tuesdays, 1:30-4:30pm) — A successful painting relies on appropriate color solutions. In this class you will gain a better understanding of how to approach and solve color problems as well as specific problems of your chosen media. The majority of the work will be derived from still life with a focus on natural elements. Beginning to advanced students welcome. For beginners it is recommended that students take a drawing course concurrently with this program. All mediums are welcome. Drop-Ins welcome at $30 per day + model fees when applicable. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Igor Koutsenko, www.igorkoutsenkoart.com Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $175.00 includes model fees Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Better Watercolors from Start to Finish November 13-16, 2012 (10am - 4pm) — Judy Morris will help you to improve your watercolor paintings with better design, polished techniques, outstanding color chords, and proven methods that will bring each painting to an effective finish. Judy is an expert at guiding every watercolor artist - regardless of painting style - through the painting process to success. Visit website				Location: Springfield, OR Instructor: Judy Morris Sponsor: Emerald Art Center Cost: members $395, non-members $425 Email: Guy Weese Phone: 541-726-8595

			Secrets of Painting Loose January 22-25, 2013 (9am-4pm) — A workshop for those who wish to loosen up in watercolor. Painting techniques and a philosophy of design will encourage bold loose paintings. Easily understood lectures will be helpful to all levels of expertise. Eric will do a completed demonstration daily. Subject matter may include landscapes, marinescapes, florals, streetscapes, interiors and still lifes. Visit website				Location: Springfield, OR Instructor: Eric Wiegardt Sponsor: Emerald Art Center Cost: $430 members/$470 non-members if paid by 12/8/12 Email: Guy Weese Phone: 541-726-8595

			Watercolor Workshop with Frank Francese February 23 - March 1, 2013 — Please join us in the tropical paradise of Puerto Vallarta, located on the west coast of Mexico, right in the middle of the Bay of Banderas, the largest bay in Mexico. The sun drenched colonial seaside town is both dramatic in setting and diverse in its appeal. Our hotel, with its beautiful colonial architecture, has one of the best beaches of the tourist area and a fabulous buffet. Facing an unbelievable blue sea, sunsets are fabulous from this location. The charming downtown has fun restaurants, lots of art galleries and boutiques and a river-front area full of arts and crafts. The package includes: Tuition, 6 nights lodging, all breakfasts, and 3 dinners. Visit website				Location: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Instructor: Frank Francese, NWS Sponsor: Flying Colors Art Workshops Cost: $1695 painters, $1495 non-painters Email: Johanna Morrell Phone: 858-518-0949

			Anne Abgott - Daring Color March 6-8, 2013 (9 am to 4 pm) — This popular workshop will focus on watercolor technique. Learn to paint beautiful transparent colors (with no mud), deep rich backgrounds, reflections, light, shadows, and realistic details. Painting skin, feathers, glass, silver, and stone will be covered. Each day you will paint along with Anne as she covers a different subject. You will work from photographic images that will be provided to you by the instructor, prior to the workshop. There will be many demonstrations, lots of one-on-one instruction, and painting time. Visit website				Location: Plantation, FL Instructor: Anne Abgott Sponsor: Plantation Art Guild Cost: $250 Members/ $280 Non-members Email: Karen F. Braverman Phone: 954-257-5564

			Painting Retreat in New Zealand March 7-14, 2013 (9-5) — Join award-winning painter Michael Chesley Johnson on New Zealand's Kowhai Coast for a 7-day painting retreat. Price incl. transportation to/from Auckland airport, most meals, lodging plus land/sea excursions. (Airfare not incl.) Our guide will be artist Adele Earnshaw, a New Zealand native. Space limited to 20. Non-painters also very welcome! Visit website				Location: Matakana, New Zealand Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Michael Chesley Johnson Cost: $2500 approx. Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Watercolor Workshop with Judy Morris March 18-28, 2013 — Guatemala is the land of volcanoes, cloud forests, coffee plantations and colonial cities. Rich in folklore and mystical Mayan villages, it has beckoned artists from all over the world to its varied landscape. We will spend 4 nights in Panajachel whose only two streets bustle with vendors and artisans, take a boat ride across the deeply blue Lake Atitlan to the tiny village of Santiago de Atitlan, go on a day trip to Chichicastenango, and spend 4 nights in Antigua. Cobblestone streets, women washing clothes under the arches, and brilliant colored houses are a perfect setting for our paintings. Price includes tuition, 10 nights (dbl occ., but singles are available), All breakfasts, 5 dinners, transportation within Guatemala by private buses, hotel tips and taxes. Visit website				Location: various cities, Guatemala Instructor: Judy Morris, AWS, NWS Sponsor: Flying Colors Art Workshops Cost: $1895 painters, $1695 non-painters Email: Johanna Morrell Phone: 858-518-0949

			Impressions of Tuscany en Plein Aire April 13-20, 2013 — Rich's workshops are designed to teach the beginning plein aire painter to create impactful compositions by selecting dynamic shapes that work well together. The student will learn to accurately identify value and color, to guide the viewer's eye through a painting with the use of temperature shifts, textural variety, and effective edge treatment, as well as proper paint application. Rich's enthusiastic but patient teaching style is just right for those with little experience venturing outside to paint. For the more advanced students, Rich will help raise the level of their work by introducing them to new ideas about color use, shape containment, the psychology involved in viewing a painting, and the effective use of the these principles. Visit website				Location: Cortona, Italy Instructor: Rich Gallego Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: from US$2749.00 per person Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			Painting Watercolor Memories of the Cinque Terre May 18-25, 2013 — During the week we will visit the Cinque Terre and we will stay at Pensione Sorriso in Vernazza. We will also visit the villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola and Monterosso with quality time for plenty of painting at each of the towns we visit. Through demonstrations and individual instruction, Sandy will guide participants through a process designed to help obtain greater confidence and pleasure from painting outdoors while improving artistic vision and skill. Workshop is open to painters of all levels. Whether you are a novice just learning to mix color, or a professional needing advanced problem solving, individualized and group instruction will address needs at your level. Visit website				Location: Cinque Terre, Italy Instructor: Sandy Delehanty Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: From $2899.00 per person double occ Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508 254 8265

			Inspired Watercolor in Tuscany June 1-8, 2013 — Paint Tuscany in plein air with Robert J. O'Brien AWS NWS in a five day workshop. Students will learn some basic techniques of painting outdoors such as finding a subject, recognizing good composition and painting techniques which will allow the artist to finish a painting in a limited amount of time. Students will also learn how to recognize values and how value relates to light, shadow and color. Critiques and class discussion will also be part of the workshop. The instructor will do a demonstration each day and the class will paint along with and after the demo. Visit website				Location: Cortona, Italy Instructor: Robert J. O'Brien AWS NWS Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: From US$2849.00 per person double occ Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			Painting the Cinque Terre September 14-21, 2013 — This workshop will encompass the principles of good painting: creativity, color, value, shape, composition, drawing, edge and variety. Twenty-plus years of plein air experience and years of teaching has allowed Victoria to distill the process of painting into learnable techniques. Experienced painters as well as beginners are welcome; Victoria likes to make her workshops fun as well as informative. And for subject matter we really can't go wrong in the visually rich Cinque Terre area of Italy...A Unesco World Heritage Site! Visit website				Location: Cinque Terre, Italy Instructor: Victoria Brooks Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: From US$3190.00 double occ Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			The Best of Watercolor October 10-12, 2013 — In this workshop, you learn fundamental drawing and painting skills, how to mix clean color, create dynamic compositions, correct mistakes, use lighting effectively, and make emotional paintings that endure. Through everyday demonstrations and one-on-one guidance Mary starts you on your way to painting your best works. Subject matter include portrait, still life, and landscape, with the opportunity for you to explore each venue. Visit website				Location: Langley, WA Instructor: Mary Whyte, www.colemanfineart.com Sponsor: Whidbey Island Fine Art Studio Cost: $700 Email: Cary Jurriaans Phone: 360.637.4690

			Plein Air Essentials Ongoing - web/online — Have you always wanted to paint en plein air, outdoors, but didn't know how to begin? Then this is the course for you! Online web course includes downloadable textbook and a series of videos to get you going. In this course, award-winning painter Michael Chesley Johnson will teach you the basics. Supplemental material available for more advanced painters. All levels of painter will benefit from this course. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Michael Chesley Johnson Cost: $10.00 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson

			Self-Study Painting Courses: Notan Begin your course any time — Why does a certain painting win first place in an art competitions? The answer lies a lot in the harmonious arrangement of black and white in the painting. A synthetic arrangement of dark and light creates an impression of beauty, regardless of either the colors used or of the subject matter. This is called "notan" from the Japanese word that means dark/light harmony. The idea is simple, but effective notan paintings are hard to do. It requires an understanding of dominant values and how to flatten values into a narrow value range. This course will help you strengthen your paintings with a simplified value transition structure. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Barry John Raybould Sponsor: Virtual Art Academy Painting Courses Email: Barry John Raybould

			Guided Open Studio during the Day Ongoing - Every Monday (10:30am-2pm) — Do you have artists block? Stuck in the middle of a painting? Looking for encouragement, inspiration or help with technique. Your best solution is working with a small group of artists under the guidance of an experienced painter and teacher. Students pay the instructor. Visit website				Location: Atlanta, GA Instructor: Kay Powell Sponsor: Binders Art Supplies and Frames Cost: $17 Email: Eli Pelizza Phone: 404-237-6331 x203

			Self-Study Painting Courses: Visual Poetry & Music Begin your course any time — In this course you will learn how to take into account both the abstract and representational aspects of a painting. A painting consists of visual poetry combined with visual music. The poetry of a painting is what the artist is trying to communicate to the viewer through his or her painting, and the emotion that is elicited from the viewer. The music of a painting is its sensuous, non-intellectual part. It derives from the physiological pleasure the human brain gets from making visual order out of the visual chaos of nature. Combine the two in the right way and you have a very powerful painting. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Barry John Raybould Sponsor: Virtual Art Academy Painting Courses Email: Barry John Raybould

			Self-Study Painting Courses: Brushwork Begin your course any time — Brushwork (and how you apply dry media such as pastel or graphite) enhances the visual music of your work by giving it a second level of abstraction. If you zoom in on any part of the painting, it becomes an abstract painting in itself. This is one of those other skills that differentiates the real master artists. Here are some of the things you will learn in these courses: Basic brushwork techniques, Descriptive brushwork, Creating focal areas, Using suggestion, Edge variation, Optical color mixing. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Barry John Raybould Sponsor: Virtual Art Academy Painting Courses Email: Barry John Raybould

			Self-Study Painting Courses: Color Begin your course any time — Color is what makes a painting exciting, and color harmony is what makes a painting beautiful. However, color is a complex topic and takes years to master. Here are some of the things you will learn: Grays: how to use them to make your color stand out; Color notans: exploring color strategies faster; Complementary, analogous, triadic, and tonal color schemes; how to diagnose color harmony problems; The Munsell color wheel: how to get more accurate complements; Pigment biases: how to use biases to get purer colors; Limited palettes: how to get color harmonies quickly; and Color dragging. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Barry John Raybould Sponsor: Virtual Art Academy Painting Courses Email: Barry John Raybould

			Self-Study Painting Courses: Design & Composition Begin your course any time — This module introduces all the basic concepts in design and composition. We cover all the key principles and illustrate them with both examples of how to do it, and how not to do it. These courses cover important principles such as: how to layout the space in your painting effectively, how to increase the interest in your painting, how to control your viewer's eye movement, and how to utilize design elements effectively. A solid understanding of the principles in this module is essential to the visual music of your work. Visit website				Location: Web-delivered (Online) Instructor: Barry John Raybould Sponsor: Virtual Art Academy Painting Courses Email: Barry John Raybould

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