In this workshop, we will learn to create beautiful, small pastel drawings using a limited palette; reviewing and practicing various layering and mixing techniques that are unique to the limited pallet approach.
We will have a special focus on birth flowers. Flowers, like gemstones, have a traditionally designated month that they represent. Discover your own birth flower and learn to create depth and richness using color in unexpected ways. We will also consider foreground and background as we learn different ways to depict our subject within a natural or abstract environment.
Each participant will create a color study and a completed 6x6 soft pastel drawing on sanded paper.
No experience necessary! All levels welcome! Each student will work from and be encouraged from where they are.
If you have taken one of Deborah's workshops before, you can bring in your 64 ct. soft pastel pallet and save $8 off the price of this workshop.
We will have a special focus on birth flowers. Flowers, like gemstones, have a traditionally designated month that they represent. Discover your own birth flower and learn to create depth and richness using color in unexpected ways. We will also consider foreground and background as we learn different ways to depict our subject within a natural or abstract environment.
Each participant will create a color study and a completed 6x6 soft pastel drawing on sanded paper.
No experience necessary! All levels welcome! Each student will work from and be encouraged from where they are.
If you have taken one of Deborah's workshops before, you can bring in your 64 ct. soft pastel pallet and save $8 off the price of this workshop.
Creating Dynamic Realism with Pastels
Instructor: Alec Hall
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
This class will explore various techniques used for depicting your favorite subject in soft pastels. The unique properties of pastels and the various painting surfaces and related supplies will be discussed. The course will be geared toward realistic representational painting; however, each student will be encouraged to develop her/his own personal style of expression. Topics for class discussions will include composition, value structure, perspective, chroma, color temperature, and edges. Take your painting skills to the next level with individual instruction in an atmosphere of artistic camaraderie. Pastel demonstrations will be included. Bring your pastel painting materials and a photo of your chosen subject with you to the first class.
CLASS SCHEDULE:
WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 PM - 9 PM
6 Week Session: March 21, 28; April 4, 11, 18, 25
Fee: $195 (Plus materials; click here for material list)
Alec Hall has been painting for 22 years. After a 32-year career in veterinary medicine, he turned his full attention to painting in 2003. Alec has been passionate about animals all of his life and now that passion has infused and fueled his artistic endeavors. Originally trained in oils, he has worked exclusively in pastel for the last 15 years and taught pastel painting at the Art Institute in Kalamazoo, Michigan for 8 years. His painting style is realism and he is a keen observer of the natural world. Alec’s pastel paintings have garnered numerous awards and hang in many private and corporate collections throughout the US.
CLASS FILLED; Contact us to learn about future pastel classes.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
This class will explore various techniques used for depicting your favorite subject in soft pastels. The unique properties of pastels and the various painting surfaces and related supplies will be discussed. The course will be geared toward realistic representational painting; however, each student will be encouraged to develop her/his own personal style of expression. Topics for class discussions will include composition, value structure, perspective, chroma, color temperature, and edges. Take your painting skills to the next level with individual instruction in an atmosphere of artistic camaraderie. Pastel demonstrations will be included. Bring your pastel painting materials and a photo of your chosen subject with you to the first class.
CLASS SCHEDULE:
WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 PM - 9 PM
6 Week Session: March 21, 28; April 4, 11, 18, 25
Fee: $195 (Plus materials; click here for material list)
Alec Hall has been painting for 22 years. After a 32-year career in veterinary medicine, he turned his full attention to painting in 2003. Alec has been passionate about animals all of his life and now that passion has infused and fueled his artistic endeavors. Originally trained in oils, he has worked exclusively in pastel for the last 15 years and taught pastel painting at the Art Institute in Kalamazoo, Michigan for 8 years. His painting style is realism and he is a keen observer of the natural world. Alec’s pastel paintings have garnered numerous awards and hang in many private and corporate collections throughout the US.
CLASS FILLED; Contact us to learn about future pastel classes.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics
Painting the Portrait
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This 4 week class focuses exclusively on the tradition of portraiture in oil painting. Students will paint from direct observation of a live model. We will discuss formal issues such as composition, form, proportion and handling of materials with a particular emphasis on light and color. In addition to studio work, critiques are offered on both an individual and group basis.
Students will be required to work in oil and should have a basic understanding of oil painting as a prerequisite to the course. THURSDAYS 10 AM - 2 PM (half hour break for lunch) SESSION 1: October 5, 12, 19, 26 SESSION 2: November classes cancelled and will resume in January 4 week session: $235 (includes live model fee) * A basic materials list will be provided to you before class begins. The cost of materials is not included in class tuition. |
An easy to learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns.
Join instructor Susan Goodman in a fun and relaxing atmosphere to discover how the Zentangle Method can teach you to unwind while creating beautiful images. With Susan's guidance, you will learn about this meditative art form which uses elemental strokes in repetitive patterns to create zen-inspired art.
During this hands-on workshop, you will create a one-of-a-kind Zentangle "tile" to bring home, and will leave with your very own Zentangle drawing kit so you can continue to develop your new-found skill.
Zentangle tiles make great gifts AND are a wonderful way to de-stress. We highly recommend taking this workshop before the holiday season is in full swing!
Class limited to 12 students - early registration recommended.
During this hands-on workshop, you will create a one-of-a-kind Zentangle "tile" to bring home, and will leave with your very own Zentangle drawing kit so you can continue to develop your new-found skill.
Zentangle tiles make great gifts AND are a wonderful way to de-stress. We highly recommend taking this workshop before the holiday season is in full swing!
Class limited to 12 students - early registration recommended.
Zentangle: The Art of Meditative Drawing
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Exhibiting artist Lillia Frantin will begin her special four-day workshop with a demonstration of painting from the still-life. Lillia will share the process and approach she has developed over the years that she calls "Romantic Expressionism," incorporating vivid color and expressive brush and paint handling. Using the still-life as a springboard, Lillia welcomes new and seasoned painters to the workshop who are interested in trying fresh approaches to color, drawing and composition.
The 4-day program cost is $140. Registration required. Tuesday, July 11 - Friday, July 14 5:30 - 8:30 PM SOLD OUT / Please contact us if you'd like to be added to the wait list. |
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Open Sessions: Let’s Have A Show! An open studio series that gives local artists four weeks to create and put up an art exhibition! The welcoming studio environment at CANVAS ArtSpace will become an incubator for artistic exchange and collaboration. Participating artists will at the end of four weeks collectively curate and install the final exhibition. CANVAS ArtSpace will host and promote the opening celebration!
NEW DATES FOR THIS CLASS WILL BE UPDATED IN JUNE |
At CANVAS' studio in downtown Hendersonville, we offer year-round drawing and painting classes for young artists and adults. Classes are available for all levels, and meet weekly for 4-week sessions. We also offer weekly open studio sessions to draw from a live model, or develop your own work in the company of other artists.
Class packages start at $60. Open studio sessions start at $10/session.
Discounts are available for early registration.
Course Descriptions and Calendar coming soon
Class packages start at $60. Open studio sessions start at $10/session.
Discounts are available for early registration.
Course Descriptions and Calendar coming soon