Abstracting the Landscape in Pastel
Oct
12

Abstracting the Landscape in Pastel

Instructor: Carol Talley

"Abstracting the Landscape in Pastel"

This workshop will present strategies for moving away from realism and toward abstraction when painting a landscape in pastel. Do you want to loosen up and create a more expressive painting? All materials provided. Suitable for experienced pastelists or beginners.

To Register: https://carpinteriaartscenter.org/pro/w

Phone: 805-684-7789

Cost is $100.

www.caroltalley.com

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Figure Drawing Workshop
Oct
12

Figure Drawing Workshop

Instructor: Eric Saint Georges

The goal of this half day workshop is to offer to the participants the opportunity to practice and improve the liveliness and expression of their quick gestural drawings of the human form.

Focusing on short poses (mostly 30 seconds to 2 minutes), students will practice techniques and exercises to develop hand-eye coordination and learn strategies for gesture drawings (such as in which order to start and develop the drawing) and improve their ability to draw quick and expressive drawings.

This workshop is appropriate for all levels including beginners. Demos and hands-on critiques are an important part of the instruction.

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Abstract Painting with Pastels
Sep
20

Abstract Painting with Pastels

Instructor: Carol Talley

"Abstract Painting with Pastels"

Rancho Santa Barbara in the Craft Room (Directions will be sent to enrollees)

Are you curious about the versatile medium of pastels and want to know more about techniques? Creating a simple grid composition, you will learn how to work with a textured surface and layers of pastels to achieve an intriguing painting. The process includes using a limited number of colors to make rectilinear shapes, and then adding limited line work. Carol will show different ways to apply the pastel and how to choose a color palette.

To register, contact Carol, carol@caroltalley.com.

Cost is $40.

www.caroltalley.com

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Figure Drawing Workshop
Sep
14

Figure Drawing Workshop

Instructor: Eric Saint Georges

The goal of this half day workshop is to offer to the participants the opportunity to practice and improve the liveliness and expression of their quick gestural drawings of the human form.

Focusing on short poses (mostly 30 seconds to 2 minutes), students will practice techniques and exercises to develop hand-eye coordination and learn strategies for gesture drawings (such as in which order to start and develop the drawing) and improve their ability to draw quick and expressive drawings.

This workshop is appropriate for all levels including beginners. Demos and hands-on critiques are an important part of the instruction.

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Studio Tour - Betsy Gallery's Mosaic
Jul
14

Studio Tour - Betsy Gallery's Mosaic

Studio Tour - Betsy Gallery's Mosaic

How do you make a mosaic? Whether you want to try your hand with the materials, or you just want to see how it is done, you are invited to visit AAC member Betsy Gallery’s mosaic studio. Betsy’s studio is in her garden at 1125 East Ortega St. (off of Milpas St.)

She has classic mosaic making tools—hammer and hardie, nippers and more. She will demonstrate the unique cutting techniques for Italian and Mexican smalti, marble and the many other potential mosaic materials. Fabrication techniques used to make a mosaic depend on whether it will be on the wall, on the floor, outside or inside, plus additional environmental requirements.

Betsy has a showroom in her home where completed mosaics show the different techniques, including the Roman direct technique, the reverse technique, and the double reverse technique used in restorations and precision applications.

Because of space limitations the tour is limited to 10 people and will last approximately one hour. Sunday July 14, 2024 from 2 to 3 pm. Please contact Betsy Gallery at bgallerymosaics@gmail.com if interested.

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Figure Drawing Workshop
Apr
11

Figure Drawing Workshop

Instructor: Eric Saint Georges

The goal of this half day workshop is to offer to the participants the opportunity to practice and improve the liveliness and expression of their quick gestural drawings of the human form.

Focusing on short poses (mostly 30 seconds to 2 minutes), students will practice techniques and exercises to develop hand-eye coordination and learn strategies for gesture drawings (such as in which order to start and develop the drawing) and improve their ability to draw quick and expressive drawings.

This workshop is appropriate for all levels including beginners. Demos and hands-on critiques are an important part of the instruction.

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iPhoneography and ART
Apr
6
to Apr 7

iPhoneography and ART

Instructor: Joyce Wilspon

You will create art using cell phone apps and programs to convert images into multi-layered montages, sketches, and abstractions, beyond your wildest imagination. We will print your art image on unique papers, and share techniques for hand embellishment, multi-media, and unique presentations.

Cost is $200

Reserve Your Space: Email jw@joycewilson.com or phone 805-682-2955.

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Figure Drawing Workshop
Mar
10

Figure Drawing Workshop

Instructor: Eric Saint Georges

The goal of this half day workshop is to offer to the participants the opportunity to practice and improve the liveliness and expression of their quick gestural drawings of the human form.

Focusing on short poses (mostly 30 seconds to 2 minutes), students will practice techniques and exercises to develop hand-eye coordination and learn strategies for gesture drawings (such as in which order to start and develop the drawing) and improve their ability to draw quick and expressive drawings.

This workshop is appropriate for all levels including beginners. Demos and hands-on critiques are an important part of the instruction.

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Meditative Creative 1 day Art Retreat
Feb
11

Meditative Creative 1 day Art Retreat

Instructor: Kathy Leader

Workshop Title: Meditative Creative 1 day Art Retreat

Instructor: Kathy Leader

Date and Time: February 11, 2024

Location: Healing Center (given upon registration)

Description of workshop: This one day replenishing retreat takes place in a spectacular healing location in the Santa Barbara hills. We will be doing guided meditations, journaling and fun new mixed media and collage techniques based on where we are at on our creative journey. This is a great way to work in a supportive community.

Cost: $175

How to register: https://bit.ly/MeditativeCreativeWorkshop-SB

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Figure Drawing Workshop
Feb
3

Figure Drawing Workshop

Instructor: Eric Saint Georges

The goal of this half day workshop is to offer to the participants the opportunity to practice and improve the liveliness and expression of their quick gestural drawings of the human form.

Focusing on short poses (mostly 30 seconds to 2 minutes), students will practice techniques and exercises to develop hand-eye coordination and learn strategies for gesture drawings (such as in which order to start and develop the drawing) and improve their ability to draw quick and expressive drawings.

This workshop is appropriate for all levels including beginners. Demos and hands-on critiques are an important part of the instruction.

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Abstracted Landscape in Pastel
Jan
25

Abstracted Landscape in Pastel

Instructor: Carol Talley

"Abstracted Landscape in Pastel"

Illuminations Gallery in La Cumbre Plaza

Work from photos to identify values and large shapes in the landscape. Apply pastels using limited color, and emphasize texture to move away from realism. A short demo will be given. Limited to 5 attendees to allow for personal attention. All materials are provided. Suitable for beginners to more experienced pastellists.

To register, contact Carol, carol@caroltalley.com.

Cost is $40.

www.caroltalley.com

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Collage & De-Collage
Jan
20

Collage & De-Collage

Instructor: Kathy Leader

This fun mixed media workshop we will be experimenting with the art of decollage (the opposite of collage). We will start by building up layers of collage and then will cut/tear away parts to uncover the lower layers a la Mark Bradford

Cost: $85

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Figure Drawing Workshop
Dec
16

Figure Drawing Workshop

Instructor: Eric Saint Georges

The goal of this half day workshop is to offer to the participants the opportunity to practice and improve the liveliness and expression of their quick gestural drawings of the human form.

Focusing on short poses (mostly 30 seconds to 2 minutes), students will practice techniques and exercises to develop hand-eye coordination and learn strategies for gesture drawings (such as in which order to start and develop the drawing) and improve their ability to draw quick and expressive drawings.

This workshop is appropriate for all levels including beginners. Demos and hands-on critiques are an important part of the instruction.

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Figure Drawing Workshop
Nov
4

Figure Drawing Workshop

Instructor: Eric Saint Georges

The goal of this half day workshop is to offer to the participants the opportunity to practice and improve the liveliness and expression of their quick gestural drawings of the human form.

Focusing on short poses (mostly 30 seconds to 2 minutes), students will practice techniques and exercises to develop hand-eye coordination and learn strategies for gesture drawings (such as in which order to start and develop the drawing) and improve their ability to draw quick and expressive drawings.

This workshop is appropriate for all levels including beginners. Demos and hands-on critiques are an important part of the instruction.

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