Exploring Mixed Media with Collages
MORAG ORR-STEVENS
Award winning artist, Morag Orr-Stevens will explore different techniques and themes that will combine a variety of textures and mediums. Morag will demonstarte formatting and building a collage, with emphasis on visual movement, focus, value and the introduction of objects to create one of a kind pieces of art.
Friday, October 16, 2009
6-7pm - "Meet the artist: for participants"
7-9pm - "Meet the artist: open to the public"
Saturday, October 17
9-4pm - Workshop
Sunday, October 18
9-4pm - Workshop
Fee $195 Material: $30
Class limited to 12 participants
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A Taste of the Figure in Acrylic
NICHOLAS PEARCE
This two day intensive painting workshop for artists at all levels is designed to give you a taste of the techniques that Nicholas has developed over his 26-year painting career. You will be guided from drawing the image onto a black canvas using the ancient technique of squaring, through painting with a limited palette and using just one brush to create the myriad acrylic effects, to washes of colour that paint the atmosphere. This class is about passion both for the figure and for how acrylic paint can capture that beauty.
Friday, October 23, 2009
6-7pm - "Meet the artist: for participants"
7-9pm - "Meet the artist: open to the public"
Saturday, October 24
9-4pm - Workshop
Sunday, October 25
9-4pm - Workshop
Fee $225. Students provide their own canvases (30"x40"), paint and brushes.
Class limited to 9 participants
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Painting the Large Canvas in Acrylic
ALISON WATT
This three day acrylic workshop is designed to help you get past the "I hate this painting" stage (which usually kicks in after about a day of work, when we might be tempted to start over or stack the painting in a closet). You will learn how to bring the canvas through several layers, working with colour, compostion, and surface, to completion. The student may bring their own image as a starting point for the painting or work from ideas provided by workshop material. The aim is to stray from strict realism into the semi-abstract or abstract.
Friday, November 6, 2009
9:30-4:30pm - Workshop
Saturday, November 7
9:30-4:30pm - Workshop
Sunday, November 8
9:30-4:30pm - Workshop
Students provide their own canvases (20"x30" to 36"x36").
Students may bring their own paint and mediums, or have them provided for a materials fee of $60.
Class limited to 9 participants
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Previous Events:
August 9-11 (2009): Painting the Figure in Acrylic
Nicholas Pearce's workshop was a marvelous exploration of the deep connection possible with our creative selves through painting the figure in acrylic. " A workshop that was not be missed!".
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April 25-26 (2009): Wonderful Possibilities Through Composition
Don Farrell's workshop was dedicated to exploring the wonderful possibilities available to all of us through composition. He engaged the group through the works of masters as well as his own work, and provided exercises dedicated to discovering visual poetry.
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March 20-22 (2009): Exploring Visual Concepts with Collage
Award winning artist, Morag Orr-Stevens explored different techniques and themes that combine a variety of textures and mediums. Morag demonstrated formatting and building a collage, with emphasis on visual movement, focus and value, and the introduction of objects to create one of a kind art pieces.
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Feb 20-22 (2009): Painting in Acrylics - 2 Days of Inspiration
This was a workshop for beginner and intermediate painters who wish to expand their knowledge of acrylic painting techniques while enhancing their perception and creative visualization. Dominik Modlinski introduced colour exercises based on three primary colours and white to introduce students to colour mixing and achieving unlimited colour harmonies. He also dedicated time to demonstrating approaches to sketching and painting.
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Nov 8-9 & 10-11 (2008): Painting Small Images for Greeting Cards and Gifts
Acrylic artist Dianne Bersea (www.islemuse.com) taught us to paint small format images no larger than 5x7 inches - a perfect size for greeting cards and gifts. With her trademark humour and supportive style, Dianne demonstrated various techniques and subjects that were practiced and completed in the workshop.
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Oct 18-19 (2008): The Magic of Precious Metal Clay
Precious Metal Clay can be rolled, cut, imprinted with designs, carved and manipulated in a manner similar to clay. After firing, the silver piece can be polished, hammered, antiqued and worked into a jewellery design to create a uniqued work of art. In our two-day workshop, we worked with this amazing material to construct a unique pair of earrings and a necklace designed entirely by each of us. Linda Rajotte talked about design, colour and composition while teaching you wire-wrapping techniques and use of precious stones to enhance your finished creation. Perhaps the most important thing is that we had fun and enjoyed the process: "There are no mistakes, only pleasant surprises."
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Sept 12-14 (2008): Mastering Digital Photography
Another great workshop with Andrzej Kielbowicz (www.goingdigital.ca): Participants learnt how to effectively use rules of composition and proper lighting to capture successful pictures as well as mastering the most important Photoshop enhancement techniques required for final post production of digital images.
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Sept 19-21 (2008): Free Expression Painting Workshop: Discover JOY through ART
A workshop by Caroline James (www.carolinejames.com) on how to break through blocks and rediscover your own unique creative voice.
"I would recommend this class to anyone who wanted a deeper connection with their creative selves."
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June 21-22 (2008): Encaustic Painting Workshop
Thea Haubrich, experienced Encaustic artist and instructor (www.encaustic.ca) taught the basics of painting with Encaustic wax using low heat tools, exploring different techniques and surfaces, painting trees, flowers, fantasy landscapes, abstracts, etc.
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May 9-11 (2008): Steps to Watercolour Success!
Watercolourist Dianne Bersea demonstrated how to create inspired images from photos, studies and sketches. With her bold approach to outdoor sketching in watercolour, there was an opportunity for everyone to practice pencil-free, direct painting. Dianne is an accomplished watercolour painter, elected member of the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour (cspwc), a Federation of Canadian Artists signature member (AFCA), and a gentle, effective instructor. To see Dianne's work, visit www.islemuse.com
Testimonial from Dianne Bersea:
"Another incredible weekend at Juptier Ranch. I would love to teach here anytime. 1000% support!"
Testimonials from students:
"Wonderful experience, location, company. A great venue for growing as an artist."
"Challenging and rewarding at the same time! Humour and showing the applications really helps. An even better experience the second time!"
B&B Guest/Workshop participant:
"Fabulous weekend! Sylvie is a charming hostess who really cares about her guests. She has every possible comfort and need in mind. Plus her cooking is not to missed!"
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May 2-4 (2008): Going Digital – Photography Training
April 12-13 (2008): Surfacing - A Workshop in Acrylics
A workshop by Alsion Watt (www.alisonwatt.ca). One of the challenges of painting with acrylic is to avoid a flat "paint-by-number" look. The goal was to create lively surfaces which draw the eye closer, even when the passage is large (eg. a sky, a wall). In this workshop, students worked on canvas with simple compositions (eg. still life, abstract), creating interesting surfaces with layering and glazing, resist, escritura, and subtle colour transitions. Texture was also introduced using applied papers and acrylic media such as modeling, molding pastes and gels.
Alison will be returning to Jupiter Ranch in 2010
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March 8-10 (2008): Watercolour Workshop
On March 8 Jupiter Ranch hosted its first weekend art workshop of 2008, with the instructor Dianne Bersea (www.islemuse.com), the renowned Cortez Island watercolourist.
Teacher's Testimonial: "Thanks Sylvie! I love your flair and the comfortable, practical, attractive space you've created -- in the workshop area and in your B & B. I felt thoroughly supported which enhanced my ability to deliver a strong workshop. A great experience with wonderful participants. I'll be back!"
"Your excellent preparation also made it possible for me to focus on the teaching. I didn't have to think about anything else. With your organization and readiness for us, it was such a pleasure. The studio is an ideal place to work."
