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NEW! Spring/Summer 2010 School of the Arts Schedule
May 1–August 31, 2010
Registration Begins NOW!
Letter from the School of the Arts Director:
Welcome to the 2010 Spring/Summer Session at the Athenaeum’s School of the Arts!
In this combined session we are pleased to offer a silk painting workshop, book arts, photography, drawing, oil painting, sculpture, mixed-media, and several on-location classes. We also offer three weeks of Art Summer camps for children! Artist and teacher Stephen Curry, who exhibited successfully at the Athenaeum in November and December of 2009 will offer a workshop on organic abstraction. We hope you will find a class that is just perfect to enhance your summer.
We look forward to seeing you at the School of the Arts!
~Cornelia Feye
School of the Arts and Arts Education Director
Financial Support is provided in part by the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture.
Classes & Workshops, La Jolla Studio
1. Drawing Spring Flowers in Color Pencil
Irina Gronborg
We will draw directly from life, from spring flowers, capturing their vitality and beautiful shapes. We will draw in pencil so we can quickly respond to their evolving gestures. With color pencil we will learn to suggest color in a sketch and, in longer studies, to develop subtle nuance of color and pattern. Classes will include demonstrations, discussions, and examples of botanical drawing. Students of all levels are welcome and each will receive individual attention, appropriate challenges, and a booklet created for this class by the instructor. (image: Gronborg)
Mondays, 9 AM–12 NOON
May 3 – May 24 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150
Materials: Bring to first class: Sketchbook about 9”x12”, graphite pencil (2B and 4B), kneaded eraser, and pencil sharpener. Prismacolor pencil set of 48.
2. Black & White
Lori Mitchell
We will be exploring the classic tradition of black and white media. We will be using charcoal, Conté and pen and ink. We will be working from a live model, still life, and photos. We will take tips from the masters and incorporate them into your own style.
Mondays, 1-4 PM
May 3–June 7 (6 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180 + $5 mat. fee
Materials: Faber-Castell set of 4 Pitt artist pens-black fineliner, and any pens you would like to try. You will need Charcoal and conté. Dick Blick has a set of square, compressed charcoal sticks that work well. You can also get Conte in a pack of two sticks. 2B works best. Bring a sketchpad for notes and small sketches along with any types of paper you might like to try. I will supply newsprint and Canson paper.
3. Long Pose
Stephanie Goldman
In this four-week session we will explore both a model in your preferred media (oil, pastel, charcoal, or pencil). Having four weeks for a single pose will increase your ability to take a piece further than before or gain new familiarity and dexterity with different media and approaches. Class instruction builds on the foundation of gesture, abstract light and dark shapes, tonal values, color relationships, edge control, paint manipulation, proportions, and basic anatomical landmarks. Instruction will be individual and the class size is limited, so all levels are welcome. Please e-mail me with supply list questions at goldmanfineart@cox.net (image: S. Goldman)
Tuesdays, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
May 4 – May 25 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180 (includes model)
Materials: Bring your favorite materials OR chosen media from this list: wood or glass palette; canvas—cotton, linen, and/or Masonite are all acceptable up to 16” x 20” and toned in advance with #6 acrylic paint; bristle brush, #2, #4 and #6 filbert and #2 round; medium (Liquin or stand oil/turpentine); container for odorless mineral spirits and medium; palette knife; Viva paper towels.
NEW STUDENT OIL COLORS (limited palette): Raw Umber, Burnt Sienna, Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Ivory Black, Titanium White. Colors are listed in the order they appear on the palette from left to right. (Please No paper palettes!)
OIL COLORS (full palette): Raw Umber, Burnt Sienna, Alizarin Crimson Permanent, Cadmium Red, Cadmium Scarlet, Perylene Red, Cadmium Orange, Raw Sienna, Indian Yellow, Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Green Pale, Cadmium Green, Viridian, Phthalo Green, Cerulean Blue, Phthalo Turquoise, Cobalt Blue, Cerulean Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Dioxazine Purple, Quinacridone Magenta, Titanium White, Colors are listed in the order they appear on the palette from left to right. Unless otherwise noted, the following brands are recommended: Winsor & Newton, Gamblin, and Old Holland.
PASTELS: Rembrandt 150 or 225 set, NuPastel set of 76, or any pastel sets you have; vine charcoal sticks; charcoal pencil (medium and soft); single-edge razor blade;, kneaded eraser; toned pastel paper (Canson moonstone, Sennelier La Carte, or other toned paper); drawing board (3/16” foam core board cut one inch larger than paper); clips; stiff bristle brush; chamois.
CHARCOAL DRAWING SUPPLIES: soft, medium or hard vine charcoal; soft, medium and hard charcoal pencils; white chalk (NuPastel 211-P NITRAM, HB 0066 is recommended) or white charcoal pencil; brass chalk holder; 18” x 24” pad of rough newsprint; Canson Mi-Tientes drawing paper in a neutral grey color; drawing board and clips; single-edge razor blade; kneaded eraser; charcoal blending stump; chamois cloth.
PENCIL DRAWING SUPPLIES: Strathmore 500 charcoal paper; two-ply bristol board with a medium or smooth finish is recommended for pencil drawings. Graphite pencils 6B, 2B, H, and 2H are recommended. Other supplies: pencil sharpener; drawing board (3/16” foam core cut one inch larger than paper); clips to attach paper to the board; kneaded rubber eraser; Viva paper towels.
4. Basic Watercolor I
5. Basic Watercolor II
Carol Curtis
Learn the basics with your own paint, paper, and brush, or we’ll supply them ($45). Portable and creative, watercolor is FUN. We will identify the basics that will allow you to be successful and then fly! Ready for more? We will explore composition and color! Bring a friend or mom or sister and make this fall the one that you remember forever! Beginners welcome. (image: Curtis, Pears)
4. Basic Watercolor I
Wednesdays, 9 AM - 12 NOON
May 5 – June 9 (6 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180 + mat. fee
($300 for classes 4+5, 12 weeks)
5. Basic Watercolor II
Wednesdays, 1 - 4 PM
May 5 – June 9 (6 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180 + mat. fee
($300 for classes 4+5, 12 weeks)
Materials: You may either purchase your own materials, or we will purchase them for you for $45 per student. Paint (artist quality—Sennelier, Winsor & Newton, or Holbein—tubes not pans): Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Light, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Cadmium Lemon, Yellow Ochre, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna, Raw Umber, Burnt Umber, Viridian, Hookers Green, Cerulean Blue, Cobalt Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Winsor & Newton Violet. Paper: Sennelier block 12” x 12” or 8” x 8”; Arches cold-pressed 140 lb.; Arches sketchbook; two full sheets Arches cold-pressed 140 lb. or two full sheets Arches cold-pressed 300 lb. Misc.: Stabilo HB pencil; kneaded eraser; metal palette that folds, with 16 to 17 wells; one old white rag (100 percent cotton); one table or floor easel. BYOB! (bring your own brush)—the best brush that you want, need, or can afford—one #8 or #10 round Winsor & Newton Series 7 (Rafael) Kolinsky sable, Robert Simmons synthetic, or your favorite with a very good well and point.
6. Painting alla Prima – All Levels Welcome
Catherine Grawin
Painting alla Prima is an exciting wet-in-wet oil painting technique that is rapid and painterly with emphasis is on loose, colorful, and impressionistic brushwork. This class is geared for continuing students and the serious beginner alike. It revisits classic painting methods while breaking out into bold and loose brushwork that is open to individual creativity and interpretation. Come with an open mind and relaxed attitude to transcend some old ideas and habits about representational painting. Bring in your own subject matter or opt for class-supplied imagery. Catherine demonstrates key exercises, color mixing and alla prima paintings from start to finish - while students follow along. The final class celebrates its painting success with the famous “Edible Still Life”!
Thursdays, 9 AM-1 PM
May 6 – June 10 (6 weeks)
15 students max.
$190/215 + $10 mat. fee
Materials: Colors essential for the class palette; Student grade is fine. I use the DaVinci brand oils. They can be found at Rhino Art store (call in advance) and Dick Blick online for a good discount (5 days delivery) and are the best quality for the price. Titanium White, Cadmium Red Light, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Red Rose Deep, Cerulean Blue, Cadmium Yellow Deep, Alizarin Crimson, Viridian Green. Brushes: (oil/acrylic) natural bristle (hog hair).
Brushes are a good investment. Buy as many and the best you can afford or bring used brushes in very good shape. Flats: #2, #4, #6, #8, #10, 2 each; Filberts: #2, #4, #6, #8, #10, 2 each;
Rounds: #2, #4, 1 each; Palette: White is best. Wood or Paper palette (around 12” x 16”)
Canvas sizes: Bring at least 2-3 canvas boards to every class; 11” x 14” canvas boards for exercises; 11” x 14” up to 16” x 20” for painting projects. Odorless Turpenoid or similar: enough for painting and cleaning up. 2 Cups: A cup each for turpentine and linseed oil. Refined Linseed or safflower oil. Charcoal: 1 box of vines extra-soft. Palette knife: Medium size. Small drawing pad and sharp graphite pencil for thumbnail sketches/notes. Paper towels. Handy carrier or backpack. Bring all supplies on first day.
7. A Creative Approach on Perspective, Foreshortening and Texture in Drawing
France-Marie Haeger
To solve the puzzle of perspective, foreshortening and texture and to find the right technique to realize it, is the goal of this short class. Backed by known masterworks we will explore playful and effective venues through theory, sighting, measuring, light and shadow, shading, values, colors, and overlapping pictures. Practicing with landscapes, cityscapes, still lives, and the human subject will add to your work new dimension. Your drawings, pastels and paintings will be enhanced by a new depth, the presence of light, and a new reality. (Perspective Drawing)
Thursdays, 1:30–4:30 PM
Apr. 22 – May 13 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150
Materials: Drawing paper 17” x 24” 80 lbs, sketch pad or newsprint, B and 4B graphite pencils, colored pencils, vine and compressed charcoal, pen and ink or fine marker. Chalk pastels and/or oil pastels, paint (watercolor, gouache or acrylic), brushes and adapted support (pastel paper, Watercolor paper, canvas for those who want to go beyond drawing.) tape, scissors, glue stick, ruler, string. Books recommended:
Perspective for Artists Angela Gair, 1990, Crescent Books
Perspective without Pain, how to Create a Sense of Depth in your Drawings and Paintings, Phil Metzger, 1992, North Light Books
8. Finding a Voice of Your Own: Painting & Mixed Media, Part A
Rivian Bütikofer
“BEING AN ARTIST, SHOULD BE INDIVIDUATION AND DIFFERENCE, FINDING A VOICE OF YOUR OWN…”
Roberta Smith, art critic, New York Times
We invite YOU to come & FIND YOUR OWN VOICE! Wouldn't it be fun to do something really DIFFERENT & CONTEMPORARY? The sky is the limit! WHATEVER THE STUDENT CHOOSES IS JUST FINE! Art is a very personal thing.
These workshops we will be focusing on CONTEMPORARY FEMINIST, AFRICAN & CHINESE ARTISTS. THESE ARE among THE MOST EXITING “NEW ARTISTS” WORKING, SHOWING and SELLING TODAY! By concentrating on these artists, (many who will be new to you) a WHOLE NEW WORLD of ART will open for you giving you so many new ideas with which to experiment that it will excite and motivate you to continue. You will have the opportunity to work in a SUPPORTIVE and JOYFUL environment WITH A HIGHLY EXPERIENCED ARTIST/TEACHER to become the artist that you are capable of becoming and have always wanted to be! A comprehensive packet prepared for this class will provided helpful information pertaining to the masters we will study, (along with interesting information on their lives and their contemporaries), such points as the benefits of opaque vs. transparent paint, which whites to use when, suggested mediums for oils and/or acrylics, many of the new gels etc. Demonstrations will include various techniques such as under painting, glazing, texturing, and photo transfer. Most of all it will be FUN! Instruction is highly individualized. Review of the basic elements and principles of art is always included. At least 4 hours of studio time each day. All levels welcome. Part A and B can be taken independently.
Sat-Sun, 10 AM - 4 PM (1 hour break)
May 1- 2 (2 days)
La Jolla Studio
$110/125 + $10 materials fee
($270/300 for classes 8+14, 7 days)
Materials: DAY ONE: Please bring a few copies of photos (made at Staples or Kinkos, for example) that have some relevancy to you, a poem or something written by you or someone else, scissors, glue, thin black felt tip marker, pencils, Strathmore Acrylic pad, 12”x18” (or comparable sketch pad), and/or cardboard, purchased or found from a box or whatever. Oil pastels, preferably water soluble, Portfolio brand if possible, can usually be found at Staples. They will also be available for purchase at the first class meeting. Please e-mail instructor if you would like to take advantage of this. A MATERIALS LIST WILL BE SENT TO YOU AT REGISTRATION. Any questions, please e-mail instructor: 4choux@sbcglobal.net or rivianbutikofer.com. SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS LIST GIVEN OUT FIRST CLASS.
9. More Experimental Watermedia
Elaine Harvey
Yet more expressive and experimental techniques with watercolor and acrylic designed to expand creativity, freedom, and individuality. Students will learn applications and thought processes meant to trigger original ideas and styles as they follow the suggestions and opportunities offered by the textures and shapes created by the natural flow of watermedia paint. Additionally, students will be shown ways to make necessary adjustments so that their “happy accidents” can become resolved paintings. This class is designed to give further help to those seeking a more abstract approach to painting, but can also be enjoyed by those pursuing a realistic, but individually expressive style and content, and all those looking for the excitement of discovery.
Fridays, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
May 7- 28 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150
($220/240 for classes 9+16, 8 weeks)
Materials: Students should bring a selection of colors in watercolor and/or acrylic paint, a palette, large sheets of watercolor paper, 140 lbs, 2 water containers, an old bath towel, spray bottle, drop cloth, a selection of soft (watercolor type) brushes including at least one that is 1 inch or larger, several watercolor crayons to include white, medium gray, and colors of your choice, a support and clips for your paper. Watercolor painters should include a tube of white gouache.
Bring also a range of sketches, clippings, and photos so that you will be prepared to add convincing imagery to your experimental results if you so desire. Fluid acrylics are preferable for this class, but tube acrylics can be used. Watercolors may be tube or fluid. Inks are also acceptable. If you wish to add collage to your paintings, some lightweight papers and a jar of liquid or soft gel acrylic medium will be needed for glue. Matte or satin finish is usually easier to use than gloss.
10. Ceramics for Kids/Ages 7-12
Ellen Schumacher
Be adventurous! Be imaginative! DIG IN AND JOIN THE FUN! Squish up that clay! Explore a variety of projects in basic hand-building with clay, creating large creatures, masks, and imaginary environments. There will also be plenty of time on the potter’s wheel for everyone to learn techniques in throwing a pot. Try your hand at abstract sculpture, too. Remember to wear old clothes; this can get messy—yes! But isn’t that what adds to the fun?
(image: Schumacher, ceramics)
Saturdays, 1 - 4 PM
May 8 - 29 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180 + $30 mat. fee (incl. firing)
Materials: All materials will be supplied for the $30 fee, which should be paid to Ellen at the first class meeting. This fee includes all clay and supplies needed to create fantastic sculptures and the firing of each work of art. Wear clothes that can get dirty.
11. Chinese Brush Dancing
Jean Shen
Come and take a two-day tour of Chinese brush painting and calligraphy. Beginners will learn to paint bamboo and write some calligraphy using bamboo brushes, Chinese ink, and color on rice paper. You will also learn the art of "tea washing" and throwing "snow" on the bamboo you paint. Returning students will further explore the dance of the brush with other painting subjects, such as butterflies, flowers, animals, landscape and calligraphy, at whatever level you are in the wonderful world of brush dancing. If you are new to art you will not feel lost as each person will be given individual help in a step-by-step manner. It is exhilarating and fun and well worth the time invested. (image: Shen, Bamboo)
Sat-Sun, 10 AM – 3:30 PM (1/2 hour break)
June 12-13 (2 days)
La Jolla Studio
$110/130
Materials: Chinese art supply for new students will be available for purchase at the first class (email jbrushwrk@aol.com for more details or for any other questions). Please bring to class : two water containers such a margarine-size plastic containers, a good size watercolor palette or several plastic or ceramic plates in place of palette; a pad of newsprint, 12” x 18", a roll of toilet tissue or paper towels, a piece of black inexpensive felt material, approximately 4' wide to cover the table where you work (available at fabric stores).
12. Letterpress (for Continuing and New Students)
Sibyl Rubottom
We will learn the basics of hand typesetting and the contemporary practice of letterpress. We will cover the essentials of good presswork and move on to incorporate wood type and letterpress. We will also explore the medium of linocuts from simple patterns to more complex color compositions. Linoleum is a perfect accompaniment to type. Join our Thursday evening exploration of type and image. MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED; THE MATERIALS FEE IS DUE AT THE FIRST CLASS MEETING.
Thursdays, 6-9 PM
May 6 – June 10 (6 weeks)
On Location, Bay Park Press
4138 Napier Street, San Diego CA 92110
$160/180 + $20 mat. fee
13. Watercolor and Flowers: The Perfect Pairing
Elaine Harvey
Flowers are the ideal subject for the watercolor painter. Their delicacy, transparency, and color are wonderfully expressed with this medium. Moreover, they lend themselves to creative compositions and arrangements as well as powerful emotional expression. Painting from real flowers and photos, students will explore traditional and experimental ways to portray this subject. Each session will feature a different approach through demonstrations, assisted painting and critique.
Mon-Fri, 10 AM–4 PM (1 hour break)
Jun.14-18 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$190/215
Materials: Usual watercolor materials to include plentiful watercolor paint in a range of colors, 140 lb watercolor paper, soft synthetic or natural watercolor-type round and flat brushes, at least one of which is ¾ inch or larger and one of which is a small, pointed or rigger brush; a large covered palette, large water container, spray bottle, board to support your paper, spring clips, Kleenex or toilet tissue, rag, old bath towel, masking fluid and tape. Optional: watercolor pencils and/or crayons, collage papers, and soft gel medium for glue.
14. Finding a Voice of Your Own: Painting & Mixed Media, Part B
Rivian Bütikofer
“BEING AN ARTIST, SHOULD BE INDIVIDUATION AND DIFFERENCE, FINDING A VOICE OF YOUR OWN…”
Roberta Smith, art critic, New York Times
We invite YOU to come and FIND YOUR OWN VOICE! Wouldn't it be fun to do something really DIFFERENT & CONTEMPORARY? The sky is the limit! WHATEVER THE STUDENT CHOOSES IS JUST FINE! Art is a very personal thing.
These workshops we will be focusing on CONTEMPORARY FEMINIST, AFRICAN & CHINESE ARTISTS. THESE ARE among THE MOST EXITING “NEW ARTISTS” WORKING, SHOWING and SELLING TODAY! By concentrating on these artists, (many who will be new to you) a WHOLE NEW WORLD of ART will open for you giving you so many new ideas with which to experiment that it will excite and motivate you to continue. You will have the opportunity to work in a SUPPORTIVE and JOYFUL environment WITH A HIGHLY EXPERIENCED ARTIST/TEACHER to become the artist that you are capable of becoming and have always wanted to be! A comprehensive packet prepared for this class will provided helpful information pertaining to the masters we will study, (along with interesting information on their lives and their contemporaries), such points as the benefits of opaque vs. transparent paint, which whites to use when, suggested mediums for oils and/or acrylics, many of the new gels etc. Demonstrations will include various techniques such as under painting, glazing, texturing, and photo transfer. Most of all it will be FUN! Instruction is highly individualized. Review of the basic elements and principles of art is always included. At least 4 hours of studio time each day. All levels welcome. Part A and B can be taken independently.
Mon-Fri, 10 AM - 4 PM (1 hour break)
June 21-25 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$190/215 + $10 materials fee
($270/300 for classes 8+14, 7 days)
Materials: DAY ONE: Please bring a few copies of photos (made at Staples or Kinkos, for example) that have some relevancy to you, a poem or something written by you or someone else, scissors, glue, thin black felt tip marker, pencils, Strathmore Acrylic pad, 12”x18” (or comparable sketch pad), and/or cardboard, purchased or found from a box or whatever. Oil pastels, preferably water soluble, Portfolio brand if possible, can usually be found at Staples. They will also be available for purchase at the first class meeting. Please e-mail instructor if you would like to take advantage of this. A MATERIALS LIST WILL BE SENT TO YOU AT REGISTRATION. Any questions, please e-mail instructor: 4choux@sbcglobal.net or rivianbutikofer.com. SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS LIST GIVEN OUT FIRST CLASS.
15. Painting alla Prima in Oils: Get Loose! All Levels WelcomeCatherine Grawin
Finish a painting every day! Painting alla Prima is an exciting wet-in-wet oil painting technique that is rapid and painterly with emphasis on loose, colorful, and impressionistic brushwork. This class is geared for the serious beginner and experienced painter alike. It revisits classic painting methods while breaking out into bold and loose brushwork that is open to individual creativity and interpretation. Come with an open mind and relaxed attitude to transcend some old ideas and habits about representational painting. Bring in your own subject matter or opt for class-supplied imagery. Catherine demonstrates key methods, color mixing and brush technique while students follow along. The final class celebrates its painting success with the famous “Edible Still Life”! (Grawin, Lily Pond)
Mon-Fri, 10 AM – 4 PM (1 hour break)
June 28-July 2 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$190/215 + $10 mat. fee
Materials: Colors essential for the class palette. Student grade is fine. I use the DaVinci brand oils. They can be found at Rhino Art store (call in advance) and Dick Blick online for a good discount (5 days delivery) and are the best quality for the price. Titanium White, Cadmium Red Light, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Red Rose Deep, Cerulean Blue, Cadmium Yellow Deep, Alizarin Crimson, Viridian Green; Brushes (oil/acrylic) natural bristle (hog hair).
Brushes are a good investment. Buy as many and the best you can afford or bring used brushes in very good shape. Flats: #2, #4, #6, #8, #10, 2 each; Filberts: #2, #4, #6, #8, #10, 2 each;
Rounds: #2, #4, 1 each; Palette: White is best. Wood or Paper palette (around 12” x 16”)
Canvas sizes: Bring at least 2-3 canvas boards to every class; 11 x 14” canvas boards for exercises; 11” x 14” up to 16” x 20” for painting projects. Odorless Turpenoid or similar: Enough for painting and cleaning up. 2 cups for turpentine and one for linseed oil. Refined Linseed or safflower oil. Charcoal: 1 box of vines extra-soft. Palette knife: Medium size. Small drawing pad and sharp graphite pencil for thumbnail sketches/notes. Paper towels. Handy carrier or backpack. FIRST CLASS: Bring all items on the Supply List. For questions or to request a materials list e-mail Catherine at adlib@roadrunner.com.
16. Experimental Watermedia and Collage Class
Elaine Harvey
The sometimes surprising textures and shapes created when experimental applications of watercolor and acrylic are combined with rice paper and watercolor paper collage can add excitement and originality to your work. This workshop will employ painting techniques and thought processes designed to spark your imagination and will add to that the creativity- enhancing use of collage. (image: Harvey, Family)
Fridays, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
April 9-30 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150
($220/240 for classes 9+16, 8 weeks)
Materials: Students should bring a selection of colors in watercolor and/or acrylic paint, a palette, large sheets of watercolor paper 140 lb, 2 water containers, an old bath towel, spray bottle, drop cloth, a selection of soft (watercolor type) brushes, including at least one that is 1 inch or larger, several watercolor crayons to include white, medium gray and colors of your choice, a support and clips for your paper. Also bring a wide range of sketches, clippings, and photos so that you will be prepared to add imagery to your experimental results if you so desire.
17. Travel Sketchbook
Irina Gronborg
Prepare to travel near or far with a sketchbook so that any trip becomes special and memorable. Learn to record famous landmarks and landscapes and discover new perspectives, in your unique and personal style. Irina Gronborg travels locally and abroad, never without a sketchbook. In this class she will review basic drawing skills with an emphasis on line and composition. Demonstrations will include sketching intimate settings and grand vistas, gardens, people, and architecture, and ways of composing a page incorporating written observations. She will share her travel sketchbooks and tips for making a sketchbook an indispensable record of any trip. We will meet in the beautiful Alcazar Gardens in the heart of Balboa Park for introductions and spend the two days like tourists-visiting and sketching San Diego’s parks, museums, shops, and cafes. (Gronborg, Balboa Park, Lily Pond)
Mon-Tue, 10 AM – 4 PM (1 hour break)
June 21-22 (2 days)
On location, Balboa Park
$110/125
Materials: should be small and lightweight. Sketchbook no larger than 7” x 9”, a graphite pencil 2B or 4B, a pencil sharpener, an eraser, and a couple of pens. Also needed: a portable chair, hat, sunscreen, water, and lunch.
18. Fresh Air, Fresh Paint, Fresh Thought
James Q. Millard
In this two-day plein air watercolor class, we will interpret, compose and paint, using local subject matter in La Jolla for your personal expression and enjoyment. Class will begin each morning with a short demonstration followed by plenty of time to paint. Help, guidance, and suggestions are offered during the day, with a roadside critique at the end of each session. All levels are welcome. (Millard, At Cuyamace Lake)
Sat-Sun, 10 AM–3 PM
Jun 26-27 (2 days)
La Jolla Studio and On location,
$110/125
Materials: Tubes of watercolor paints: Aurelian (Yellow); Quinacridone Gold or Raw Sienna; Burnt Sienna or Quinacridone Burnt Orange; Permanent Red or Quinacridone Red; Alizarin Crimson; Cerulean Blue; Cobalt Blue; Ultramarine Blue; Phthalo Blue; Viridian Green; Phthalo Green; Black or Payne’s Gray. Watercolor brushes: 1-inch flat; #16 round; #8 round. Paper: Two full sheets of 140lb Arches watercolor paper (cold press) natural white. Miscellaneous: Plastic palette with wells and lid cover; water bowl or jar; paint rags or paper towels; 9” x 12” sketch pad; 9” x 12” tracing paper pad; 2B or soft black lead pencil; kneaded eraser; support backing board, plus wide tape or bulldog clips; sponge (one natural, one kitchen).
19. Keeping a Colorful Travel Sketchbook
Irina Gronborg
Prepare to travel near or far with a sketchbook and a little color. Irina Gronborg travels locally and abroad, never without a sketchbook. In this class she will review basic drawing skills with an emphasis on color. Demonstrations will include sketching intimate settings and grand vistas, gardens, people, and architecture. She will share her travel sketchbooks and tips for making a sketchbook an indispensable record of any trip. We will meet in the beautiful Alcazar Gardens in the heart of Balboa Park for introductions and then spend our two days like tourists-visiting and sketching the colorful gardens, courtyards, and cafes of our spectacular park. (Gronborg, Balboa Park)
Mon-Tue, 10 AM – 4 PM (1 hour break)
July 19-20 (2 days)
On location, Balboa Park
$110/125
Materials should be small and lightweight: a sketchbook no larger than 9” x 12”, a graphite pencil (2B or 4B), a pencil sharpener, an eraser, and a few color pencils (I suggest that you buy a set of Prismacolor pencils, sharpen them, and bring them in a clear plastic bag). If you prefer, you may bring a small watercolor set. Also needed: a portable chair, hat, sunscreen, water, and lunch.
20. Dance of the Brush - Abstract Chinese Calligraphy and Landscape Painting
Jean Shen
This is a class for those who wish to take Chinese calligraphy to a higher level of the "walking" style and beyond that into abstract expressions of calligraphy as well as elements of mountains and water and sky. Very intriguing and daring and challenging to find out what lie inside you waiting to come forth on different kinds of rice paper as you wield a mountain horse brush, or a badger hairbrush or a gigantic brush, with the intermingling of Chinese or Japanese ink and Chinese/Japanese or western watercolor. All very fun and interesting. Come explore!
Some background in Chinese or Japanese painting or Chinese calligraphy recommended.
(Shen)
Sat-Sun, 10 AM – 3:30 PM (1/2 hour break)
July 24-25
La Jolla Studio
$110/130
Materials: Special Chinese brushes, Chinese ink, rice paper, color set available for purchase at the workshop (email jbrushwrk@aol.com for more details and other questions). Other art supplies you are to bring are : two or three water containers (such as margarine size plastic containers), roomy watercolor palettes or several ceramic or plastic plates for mixing colors; a pad of large size newsprint 12x18 or larger, roll of toilet tissue paper or paper towels; stack of newspaper, a piece of black felt material, approximately 4 ' wide or larger to cover the table where you work. You may bring your supply of western, Japanese or Chinese colors, gold or silver tempera, gouache of white, cerulean blue, etc. as you wish. (image: Shen, Heaven)
21. Drawing & Sketching in Plein Air & Museums
France-Marie Haeger
Drawing from masterworks displayed in a museum trains the eye in the use of good composition, color combination and values. It brings a new understanding and appreciation about artists and their techniques. Studying and sketching sculpture in plein air sharpens the eye to the play of light and shadow, to volumes in space, to colors and textures. This creative field trip will fill your portfolio with subjects and ideas to inspire you for years to come. (San Diego Museum of Art)
Thu-Fri, 10 AM – 3:30 PM (1/2 hour break)
Aug. 26-27 (2 days)
On location, San Diego Museum of Art, Balboa Park
$110/125
Materials: One or two sketchbook (with thick paper) medium size, so easy to hold while standing (if wanted a larger one for plein-air work), graphite pencils B and 4B, plastic eraser and kneaded eraser, fine felt-tip black marker, small set of soft colored pencils, water soluble colored pencils or oil pastels (neon colors), a small brush, water container, folding stool, hat, sun protection.
Workshops
22. Collage Workshop
Althea Brimm
Maybe you have already raided your grandmother’s attic, endless resale, antique, and junk stores, and “have stuff, will glue.” If not, begin to collect now: papers, fabrics, labels, photos— old and new—stamps, stencils, old letters, newspapers, especially foreign ones, anything that speaks to you. Things will sparkle at you and say “Choose me!” You can work on paper, Masonite, stretched canvas, or an old cookie sheet—this work is intuitive. The main rule is to have fun and to learn from each other. (Brimm, Keep this Coupon)
Fri-Sun, 10 AM – 3 PM (1 hour break)
April 9-11 (3 days)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150
Materials: Matte medium, gel medium for heavier pieces; glue stick for light pieces. Scissors and/or mat knife; 2–3” brayer; 100 lb. paper or heavier OR stretched canvas 14” x 18” OR smaller OR Masonite; old washcloth, water container (big enough to rinse sticky hands). We will talk in class about other materials, but if you have favorites, bring them: watercolors, oil pastels, colored pencils, acrylics, etc. All levels of experience, zero on up. Wear seriously comfy clothes.
23. Sketching, Values & Composition
James Q. Millard
Drawing an informational sketch of your subject is not enough. Learn how to find the most interesting composition and a value plan for how you will paint it. This class is something you will use over and over. ( Millard, Mountain Sage)
Sat-Sun, 10 AM–4 PM (1 hour break)
April 17-18 (2 days)
La Jolla Studio
$110/125
Materials: Paint: Medium body acrylics will not work well to paint transparently. If you are working in watercolors, comparable artist quality tube colors are fine. Suggested minimum colors: Cadmium Yellow Lemon, Cadmium Red Medium, Alizarin Crimson or Quinacridone Crimson, Dioxazine Purple, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue, Viridian Green, Transparent Raw Sienna, Transparent Burnt Sienna. Additional colors (if you choose): Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Red-Orange, Quinacridone Blue-Violet, Phthalo Blue, Cobalt Blue, Turquoise, Phthalo Green, Sap Green, Yellow Green, Titanium White. Palette: Any porcelain or hard mixing surface will do. Since acrylics are staining, I use a disposable paper palette. A smock or apron is also suggested. Brushes: Soft inexpensive synthetic or nylon watercolor brushes: one-inch flat, #10, #16 round. Paper: several full sheets (22” x 30”) 140 lb. “rough” or watercolor block no smaller than 11” x 15”; 9” x 12” bond paper pad; 9” x 12” tracing paper pad. Misc.: kneaded eraser; 2B graphite pencil; backing support board (foam core is fine); water jar; paper towels; bulldog clips or tape; liquid hand soap; Cool Gray broad-tip markers, #4, #6, #8.
24. Dutch Bulb Flower Design Workshop
René van Rems, AIFD
Spend three hours with nationally renowned Athenaeum instructor René van Rems to learn “hands on” design techniques in arranging Dutch bulb flowers. This class will also include theory on selection of materials including flowers and other decorative elements. The workshop includes two projects that are to be taken home upon completion! He will demonstrate all pieces to be made and give you theory on the "how-tos" before you make each arrangement. Learn to make a spring arrangement in a clear glass vase, using tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and a host of other high-end bulb flowers with ornamental spring garden flowers. In addition, you will be making a small hand-tied bouquet with ranunculus, stock, and other spring flowers. This is a custom-made program just for the Athenaeum and is not offered anywhere else. Upon completion of the workshop you get to take home your creations! Space limitation is 20 students. No visitors please. Please bring pruners and a knife, which are for sale at the class. All materials are included. (image: René van Rems)
Sat. 10 AM – 1 PM
April 24 (1 day)
La Jolla Studio
$50/60 + $130 mat. fee to be paid at registration
Materials: The materials fee should be paid upon registration. It includes all flowers and other decorative elements as well as containers. Please bring a floral knife and pruners. René will have knives available for purchase as well as his book René’s Bouquets. Please wear comfortable shoes. No previous design classes required!
25. Trees of Balboa Park
Irina Gronborg
Spend a day in our beautiful Balboa Park and learn to capture large, complex trees in small sketches in your sketchbook. We will meet in Balboa Park in the Desert Garden on Park Blvd. (image: Gronborg, Balboa Park Palm View)
Sat. 10 AM – 4 PM (1 hour break)
April 24 (1 day)
On location, Balboa Park Desert Garden
$65/80
Materials: Bring pencil (4B graphite), sharpener, eraser, sketchbook of any size, lightweight chair, sun protection, water and picnic lunch.
26. The Painted Flower on Silk
Jan Janas
Capture the exquisite essences of a flower (or flowers) on a silk scarf with jewel toned steam-set dyes. Experience a visual “high” when you see the immediacy and ease with which these liquid colors flow on the luxuriant silk surface. The goal of this workshop will be to paint and design three to four silk scarves with a floral theme using the following silk painting techniques: free flow, spotting, salting, stenciling, mono-printing, resisting, scrunch-and-run, stop flow, and line work. Each painted flower on the silk scarf will be unique as it expresses the singular qualities of the individual techniques used. This four-day workshop is applicable to all levels of silk painting skills. Janas encourages a challenging yet supportive class atmosphere that is loosely structured in order to facilitate each participant’s individual style and pace. (Janas, Blue Moth)
Tue-Fri, 10 AM - 4 PM (1 hour break)
July 6-9 (4 days)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180
Materials: The following basic supplies can be purchased from: ATELIER de PARIS: 310-553-6636; DHARMA: 1-800-542-5227; Silk: 2 yds. of 8mm white Habotai (45” wide) 4 Silk scarves: 8mm white (11”x62” or 14”x72” or 30”x30” or mix) Steam-set dyes: magenta, cyan, yellow, black, manufactured by Sennelier’s Tinfix; Design or Dupont in size 3.5 oz. (can bring more colors if you wish); Brushes: size 12-14 round in a synthetic watercolor filament, two 1” foam brushes; two gutta applicator bottles with #5 metal tip; Identipen: black permanent marker that has dual marking points; Bring from home: 1 roll of absorbent paper towels; white plastic table cover; 12 clear plastic small cups and 1 large water cup; a pair of latex or vinyl gloves; a roll of Reynold’s Wrap Plastic Coated Freezer Paper; 2 small FINE MIST spray bottles (check at home that you get a fine mist) 4 eye droppers; 4 plastic or glass jars with lids; several sheets of thin plastic like mylar or stencil paper; craft knife with #11 sharp cutting blade and a piece of card board to cut on; scissors, pencil, small note pad, ruler.
27. Land, Sea & Sky/Ages 7–12
Ellen Schumacher
Join us in an outdoor adventure! Learn how to draw landscape, natural scenes, and architecture by traveling to various sites along the La Jolla Cove. In each three-hour session you will learn how to capture the essence of a landscape or outdoor still life. Miss Ellen will demonstrate the rules of perspective and sighting, and will show you how light constantly changes. We will start with small studies of natural objects using a variety of media including chalk pastels, oil pastels, watercolors, and acrylic paint. We will then move on to a complete landscape or outdoor still life. Sign up early; space is very limited! Students meet at the Athenaeum and then walk to the site with Miss Ellen.
Mon–Fri, 9 AM–12 noon (lunch supervision available)
July 12-16 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150 + $30 mat. fee
28. Mosaic Tile Masterpieces/Ages 7-12
Ellen Schumacher
P-I-E-C-E-S, P-I-E-C-E-S, HAVE LOADS OF FUN MAKING MASTER P-I-E-C-E-S!
Create a picture or tell a story by making tiles into mosaic designs. How do you do that? Let Ellen show you. You will learn how to make mosaic arts in all kinds of shapes-squares, and triangles, stars and moons. Then you will glue, glue, glue and grout, grout, grout (a new word!) all the little pieces into MASTERPIECES! You’ll learn how to make colorful mosaic designs, mirrors or drink coasters, flowerpots or vases, and even a flat wall piece to hang in your room. This class will be a lot of fun, so sign up early. (Schumacher, mosaic student)
Mon–Fri, 1–4 PM
July 12 - 16 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150 + $30 mat. fee
29. Mixed Media for Children/Ages 7–12
Christina Snell
Did you know that art increases a child’s creative thinking and problem-solving ability, while also building their self-esteem? In a supportive atmosphere students will develop new skills, as they learn about the elements of art, the principles of design, and the work of master artists. FUN art lessons will include sculpture, paper weaving. (image: Snell, young artist)
Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 12 NOON (lunch supervision available)
July 19-23 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150 + $30 mat. fee
30. Painting with the Masters for Children/Ages 7–12
Christina Snell
This class gives students the opportunity to develop their skills as artists while they learn about the life and work of master artists. Students will learn about the principles of fine art, such as color theory, positive and negative space, and how to create the illusion of form. FUN learning experiences will include venturing out of the art studio to paint landscapes at La Jolla Cove!
Mon–Fri, 1 – 4 PM
July 19-23 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150 + $30 mat. fee
31. Chalk Painting for Children/Ages 7–12
Christina Snell
Chalk paintings, or street paintings, have been an honored tradition in Italy since the 1600s. Artists use the pavement as their canvas, and chalk, to create beautiful works of art! Students will learn how to work with chalk and pastels, and how to recreate and enlarge the artwork of the masters. Then on Friday, July 30, we will transform the sidewalks outside of the Athenaeum into fantastic masterpieces! Please make sure your child wears sunscreen and light clothing on July 30. ( Snell, chalk painting)
Mon–Fri, 9 AM–12 NOON (lunch supervision available)
July 26-30 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150 + $30 mat. fee
32. Summer Ceramics/Ages 7–12
Ellen Schumacher
Be adventurous! Be imaginative! DIG IN AND JOIN THE FUN! Squish up that clay! Explore a variety of projects in basic hand-building with clay, creating large creatures, masks and imaginary environments. There also will be plenty of time on the potter’s wheel for everyone to learn techniques in throwing a pot. Try your hand at abstract sculpture, too. Remember to wear old clothes; this can get messy—yes! But, isn’t that what adds to the fun? (image: Schumacher, ceramics students)
Mon–Fri, 1 – 4 PM
July 26-30 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$150/165 + $30 mat. fee (includes firing)
33. Creative Pen & Ink
Lori Mitchell
Each day we will be working with a new subject and technique. We will explore the broad variety and versatility of pen and ink techniques both in the studio and one day on location in beautiful La Jolla. Students will learn about the many techniques of dip pens, ballpoint pens and felt-tip pens. On the last day we will go to Lori’s home and studio in Scripps Ranch to draw. We will be drawing from a live model, from photos and from still life. All levels, from beginning to advanced, are welcome. Lori always has new ideas and techniques to share with students who have previously taken classes. Appropriate for adults and teens. (Mitchell, profile)
Mon-Fri, 10 AM - 2 PM
Aug. 2-6 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$170/190 (incl. model on 1 day)
Materials: Dip pens with several different width nibs (Speedball #5 Artist’s set works well), a bottle of India ink, Faber-Castell set of 4 Pitt artist pens-black fineliner, ballpoint pen, and any pens you would like to try. Bring a 9” x 12” sketch pad along with any types of paper you might like to try.
34. Watercolor for Beginners
Carol Curtis
Learn the basics with your own paint, paper, and brush, or we’ll supply them ($45). Portable and creative, watercolor is FUN. We will identify the basics that will allow you to be successful and then fly! Ready for more? We will explore composition and color! Bring a friend or mom or sister and make this summer the one that you remember forever! (Curtis,apples)
Mon–Fri. 10 AM–4 PM (1 hour break)
Aug. 9-13 (5 days)
La Jolla Studio
$190/215
Materials: You may either purchase your own materials, or we will purchase them for you for $45. Paint (artist quality, Sennelier, Winsor & Newton or Holbein, tubes not pans): Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Light, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Cadmium Lemon, Yellow Ochre, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna, Raw Umber, Burnt Umber, Viridian, Hookers Green, Cerulean Blue, Cobalt Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Winsor & Newton Violet. Paper: Sennelier block 12” x 12” or 8” x 8”, Arches cold-pressed 140 lb., Arches sketchbook, two full sheets Arches cold-pressed 140 lb., or two full sheets Arches cold-pressed 300 lb. Miscellaneous: Stabilo HB pencil; kneaded eraser; metal palette that folds, with 16 to 17 wells; one old white 100 percent cotton rag; one table or floor easel. BYOB! (Bring Your Own Brush)—the best brush that you want, need or can afford—one #8 or #10 round Winsor & Newton Series 7 (Rafael) Kolinsky sable, Robert Simmons synthetic, or your favorite with a very good well and point.
35. Book Arts Summer Camp
Sibyl Rubottom
One week of book arts fun in June. We’ll do paste paper, collage, pop-up constructions, some sun prints, and much more, and put it all together in simple book structures. Bring your paper treasures and we’ll make visual chronicles and creative journals. Supplies will be provided for most projects; just bring the basics of enthusiasm and let your inner artist spring forth.
(Rubottom,Bookarts)
Tue–Fri, 10 AM–4 PM (1 hour break)
Aug. 17-20 (4 days)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180 + $20 mat. fee
Materials: A materials fee of $20 can be paid to Sibyl at the first class meeting.
San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio Classes
60. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) No Instruction—Pam Whidden, monitor
61. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) No Instruction—Pam Whidden, monitor
62. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) No Instruction—Pam Whidden, monitor
63. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) No Instruction—Pam Whidden, monitor
This Sunday class is for artists who want to draw or paint from the same life model in a short or long pose. There will be several poses and models throughout the eight weeks. A monitor will be present at each class to arrange the schedule and the model’s poses. Walk-in students are welcome. Bring preferred materials. (image: Quicksketch, K. Goldman)
60. Life Drawing (Long & Short Poses)
Sundays, 11 AM–3 PM (4 hours)
Mar. 28-Apr 25 (5 weeks)
San Diego/ Park Blvd Studio
$90/110; $20/23 per class
($250/300 for 3 classes, 15 weeks)
61. Life Drawing (Long & Short Poses)
Sundays, 11 AM–3 PM (4 hours)
May 2 - 30 (5 weeks)
San Diego/ Park Blvd Studio
$90/110; $20/23 per class
($250/300 for 3 classes, 15 weeks)
62. Life Drawing (Long & Short Poses)
Sundays, 11 AM–3 PM (4 hours)
June 6 – July 4 (5 weeks)
San Diego/ Park Blvd Studio
$90/110; $20/23 per class
($250/300 for 3 classes, 15 weeks)
63. Life Drawing (Long & Short Poses)
Sundays, 11 AM–3 PM (4 hours)
July 11-Aug. 8 (5 weeks)
San Diego/ Park Blvd Studio
$90/110; $20/23 per class
($250/300 for 3 classes, 15 weeks)
64. Painting and Drawing the Human Figure
Ken Goldman
This class follows a basic approach to painting and drawing the human figure from a life model. Students may use their favorite medium and will be encouraged to experiment with new media. In addition to newsprint or watercolor paper, toned paper may also be used to study dark and light accents in chiaroscuro treatment, in which attention will be given to the creative use of color and value. We will alternate working from both clothed and nude models. Students will have the opportunity to do several two- or three-session sustained paintings. In addition to portraiture, attention will be given to the study of hands, feet, and the head. (K. Goldman, Torso)
Mondays, 1–4 PM
May 31 – June 14 (3 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio
$130/150 (includes model)
Materials: Pastels: softest vine charcoal; Rembrandt pastels box of 90 or 180 pieces or NuPastel box of 96 pieces; Canson brand pastel paper #429, #426, or #431; foam core drawing board cut one inch larger than your paper, with two clips to hold it. Beginning watercolor: one tube each of Ultramarine Blue and Burnt Sienna watercolor for the first session, more colors if you have them (additional colors will be discussed at first meeting); large covered Woods or Pike palette; a #12 pointed and a one-inch flat brush; Arches or other good quality paper (no Strathmore student-grade watercolor paper); 2B, 4B, 6B graphite pencils; kneaded eraser; 18” x 24” drawing pad; Morilla 18” x 24” acid-free or rough newsprint. Charcoal: 4B charcoal pencil; softest vine charcoal. Everyone: paper towels.
65. Portraiture
Ken Goldman
Working in pencil, charcoal, watercolor, pastel, or oils, we will paint or draw a clothed portrait for two or three sessions per pose. Through this process we will study composition, the step-by-step process of facial anatomy and expressive color use. We will also pay special attention to points of connection between model, background, and foreground; negative shapes; and overall use of the picture plane, as well as the massing, shading and facial anatomy of the head. APPROPRIATE FOR ADULTS AND TEENS. (image: K. Goldman, Pauolo)
Mondays, 6:30–9:30 PM
May 31 – June 14 (3 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio
$130/150 (includes model)
Materials: Pastels: Rembrandt pastels box of 90 or 180 pieces or NuPastel box of 96 pieces; Canson brand pastel paper #429, #426, or #431; foam core drawing board cut one inch larger than your paper, with two clips to hold it; paper towels; masking tape. Beginning watercolor: one tube each of Ultramarine Blue and Burnt Sienna watercolor for first session; more colors if you have them (additional colors will be discussed at first meeting); large covered Woods or Pike palette; a #12 pointed and a one-inch flat brush; Arches or other good quality paper (no Strathmore student-grade watercolor paper). Pencil: 2B, 4B, or 6B graphite pencils; kneaded eraser; 18” x 24”
66. Contemporary Watercolor- Elements of the Land
Helen Shafer
This class will focus on botanical and animal elements of the land using the “dropped in color” technique, which incorporates luminosity and brilliance in transparent watercolor. The process is an exploratory, color fusion style of painting that allows the pigments to blend and combine naturally on the paper support without making “mud”. We’ll also experience pours, mark making and surface textures to create magnified, close-up botanical and animal compositions. Pigment characteristics, color theory, composition, and design will also be covered with demos, critiques and individual instruction. All skill levels welcome. Visit www.helenshafergarcia.com and questions- henstudio@cox.net (Shafer Garcia)
Tuesdays, 9 AM– 12 noon
May 4 –25 (4 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio
$130/150
Materials: Butcher metal tray or plastic palette;support board 15” x 22” or larger (hardboard can be cut at Home Depot); large water container; 2B soft graphite pencil; soft eraser; paper towels, close up photos of plants and animals. Brushes: 2 or more round watercolor brushes: #14, #12, or #10; 1” flat watercolor brush; Paper: 2 sheets or more 22” x 30” Arches cold press 140 lb. watercolor paper; Paint*: (professional grade suggested)-Lemon Yellow; Cadmium Yellow Light; Quinacridone Red; Quinacridone Rose or Permanent Rose; Quinacridone Gold; Quinacridone Burnt Sienna or Burnt Sienna; Sap Green; Phthalo Green; Ultramarine Blue or French Ultramarine; Cobalt Blue; Carbazole Violet.*Wait until first class meeting to purchase new paints.
67. Getting Big & Loose: Painting alla Prima
Catherine Grawin
The fun just got bigger! Painting alla Prima is an exciting wet-in-wet oil painting technique that is rapid and painterly, with emphasis on big, loose and colorful brushwork. This class is geared to the serious beginner and experienced painters alike. Working with bigger brushes and larger canvases, students revisit classic painting methods while breaking out into big and loose brushwork that is open to individual creativity and interpretation. Bring an open mind and relaxed attitude to transcend some old ideas and habits about representational painting. Choose your own subject matter or opt for class-supplied imagery. Catherine demonstrates key exercises, color mixing and paintings from start to finish while students follow along. The final class celebrates its painting success with the famous “Edible Still Life”! (Grawin, Penasquitos Lagoon)
Wednesdays, 9 AM – 1 PM
May 5 – June 9 (6 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio
$190/215 + $10 mat. fee
Materials: Colors essential for the class palette. Brands like Windsor & Newton, Gamblin, Utrecht are all good. We use more paint so buy big tubes if you can. Go to Rhino Art store (call in advance) or Dick Blick store or online for the best discount (figure 5 days delivery).
Big tubes: Titanium White, Cadmium Red Light, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Cerulean Blue, Viridian Green, Cadmium Yellow Deep, Alizarin Crimson; Brushes (oil/acrylic) natural bristle - hog hair; buy as many and the best you can afford, or bring used brushes in good shape; Flats and filberts: #2, #4, #6, #8, #10, #12 ; 1 or 2 each; Rounds #2, #4, 1 each;
Big Brushes (hardware store brands OK) ½”, 1”, 2 “, 3”, 2 each; Palette: the bigger the better. Paper or wood; Canvas sizes: 11” x 14” up to 24” x 30” or bigger; Odorless Turpenoid or similar: enough for painting and cleaning up; 2 containers: one for turpentine and one for medium; refined linseed or safflower oil. Charcoal: 1 box of vines extra-soft. Palette knife: medium and large. Small drawing pad and sharp graphite pencil for thumbnail sketches/notes. Paper towels. Handy carrier or backpack. FIRST CLASS: Bring all items on the Supply List. For more questions email Catherine at adlib@roadrunner.com
68. Color and Technique: Basic Drawing and Painting
Elizabeth Washburn
Have you had some experience mixing paint but need help with your basic drawing skills? This class is designed to help bring together the fundamentals in drawing with the expressive nature of paint. In addition to the fundamentals of drawing and painting, including line, composition, value, perspective, and color mixing, you will learn how to draw using a technique called “sighting.” Combining your drawing with paint, we will then experiment with light and its effect on color. Emphasizing expressive color, this class will teach you the techniques of glazing, washing, and direct painting. Representational and abstract subject matter will be utilized. This is an opportunity to further your knowledge of color theory and to create a color palette that is all your own and revisit or improve your drawing. All levels are welcome and there is plenty of individual attention given to each student by the instructor. Appropriate for adults and teenagers. (image: Washburn, Habitat)
Wednesdays, 6-9 PM
May 5 – June 9 (6weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio
$160/190
Materials: Brushes: Get a variety of sizes—i.e., a liner brush, a 1/4”, 1/2” and 1” flat or filbert and bring whatever else you have. With a less expensive brush, look to see that the bristles are curving toward each other from the outside edges and that when you flick the brush in your hand it has some spring to it. A 32 oz. can Turpenoid; sketchbook; pencils; pens and/or charcoal; eraser. Oil paint: Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Red Medium, Ultramarine Blue, Raw Umber, Red Oxide, Magenta and Yellow Ochre. Ten 9” x 12” and 11” x 14”canvas boards or stretched canvas; one 16” x 20” stretched canvas. Disposable paper palette (or any palette, this just makes clean up easier); cotton rags (old T-shirts, etc.); yogurt cups or jars with lids to store extra Turpenoid. Questions about materials will be answered the first meeting; however, please bring pencils, erasers, paints, palette, Turpenoid, rags, yogurt cups, canvas boards, sketchbook, and brushes for the first class, because we will be painting.
69. Painting Abstract
Reed Cardwell
Break away from painting traditional subject matter. Come and explore abstract ideas that challenge and stimulate your creativity! Learn to draw and paint intuitively using elements of design such as line, shape, form, color, etc. Bring your own ideas about what to paint—i.e., imagination, photos, sketches. You may paint completely non-objective abstract work, such as shapes and colors, or use your own ideas and images based on reality. We will have a life model pose for one class meeting. Individual instruction and group critiques will guide you in measuring your progress. The longer format of this class will help students maintain continuity. (image: Cardwell,Smile)
Thursdays, 10 – 4 PM (1 hour break)
May 13 – June 10 (5 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio
$190/215 (includes model on 1 day)
Materials: Bring oil and/or acrylic paints, brushes and painting palette that you already have, or contact the Athenaeum School of the Arts for details. Bring at least two canvases - either stretched or panels - to work on, minimum 14” x 17”, maximum 48” x 60” (4’ x 5’). Bring a water container for acrylics, or to hold odorless solvent for oils; one roll paper towels; vine charcoal sticks or chalk pastels; one can spray fixative.
70. Color Theory: Learn To Use a Limited Palette
Pat Kelly
This is a three-part color theory class for oil painters. The first two classes will meet at the Park Blvd. Studio, the last class will meet all day on location in Balboa Park. In this class you will learn about color theory using a limited palette consisting of two of each of the primary colors. Limited palette has long been used by artists to paint outdoors, however the principles are very useful for all genres including still life and the figure. The key to understanding color is value; making value charts will be an important part of this class as well as making a color wheel and color mixing charts. You will learn to use the principles of color theory: use of warm and cool, creating color composition and the effects of light and reflected light. In addition to making color charts, you will learn color theory through painting demonstrations and by painting the landscape on location. (Kelly, Rose study)
Fridays, 9 AM–1 PM,
May 7 – 21 (3 weeks)
May 21: 9 AM -3:30 PM (1/2 hour break) Balboa Park
San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio
$140/160 + $5 materials fee
Materials: Ultramarine Blue, Phtalo Blue, Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Lemon, Permalba or Titanium White. Half-inch soft bristle brush; small palette knife; large palette; odorless turpentine, jar for turpentine, paper towels, pencil, ruler, compass, fine point marker. It is important to have true cadmium colors, cadmium hue is an imitation pigment so do not purchase it. The last class session will be on location. If you do not have a portable easel, a limited number of easels are available. Contact Pat for more information.
71. Plein Air Painting in Balboa Park
Pat Kelly
Balboa Park is most beautiful in May, with sunlit arches and flowers blooming. This four-week class will focus on plein air painting in oils. There will be an emphasis on elements of composition as they relate to the landscape, as well as study of value and use of color with a limited palette. Pat will provide a demo each week demonstrating these principles as well as the basic process of plein air sketching. Each week the session will conclude with a group critique.
The first class will meet at the lily pond in Balboa Park. (Kelly, Balboa Park, Lily Pond)
Saturdays, 9 AM– 1 PM
May 8 – May 22 (3 weeks)
May 22: 9-3:30 (1/2 hour break)
On Location, Balboa Park, Lily Pond
$140/160
Materials: Plein air materials: Portable easel; four 8”x10” canvas boards; half dozen brushes, white bristle flat or filbert, # 2, 4, and 6. One medium size palette knife; small pointed round brush for detail # 2-4. Paper towels; odorless turpentine; cup for turpentine, wooden palette; oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Lemon, Phtalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Permalba White, Cadmium Orange. Sun hat, old shirt and sturdy shoes are a must.
Summer Workshops San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio Classes
72. Painting the Backlit Figure
Stephanie Goldman
This class will be a unique opportunity to paint a softly backlit figure in cool natural light, much like certain paintings of Vermeer, Bonnard, and Monet. Instead of working from an artificial floodlight, we will use the cool, natural filtered daylight to surround the figure and change up your overall focus. Natural light will offer you a chance to explore different ways of seeing and painting light, shadow, temperature and color harmony. (S. Goldman, Backlit)
Tue-Fri, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
June 15-18 (4 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180 (includes model)
Materials: Bring your favorite materials OR chosen media from this list: wood or glass palette; canvas—cotton, linen, and/or Masonite are all acceptable up to 18”x24” and toned in advance with #6 acrylic paint; bristle brush, #2, #4, and #6 filbert and/or flats #2 round; medium (Liquin or stand oil/turpentine); container for odorless mineral spirits and medium; palette knife; Viva paper towels or rags. NEW STUDENT OIL COLORS (limited palette): Raw Umber, Burnt Sienna, Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Yellow Light, Viridian, Ultramarine Blue, Ivory Black, Titanium White. Colors are listed in the order they appear on the palette from left to right. (Please no paper palettes!) OIL COLORS (full palette): Raw Umber, Burnt Sienna, Alizarin Crimson Permanent, Cadmium Red, Cadmium Scarlet, Perylene Red, Cadmium Orange, Raw Sienna, Indian Yellow, Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Green Pale, Cadmium Green, Viridian, Phthalo Green, Cerulean Blue, Phthalo Turquoise, Cobalt Blue, Cerulean Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Dioxazine Purple, Quinacridone Magenta, Titanium White, Colors are listed in the order they appear on the palette from left to right. Unless otherwise noted, the following brands are recommended: Winsor & Newton, Gamblin, and Old Holland.
PASTELS: Rembrandt 150 or 225 set, NuPastel set of 76, or any pastel sets you have; vine charcoal sticks; charcoal pencil (medium and soft); single-edge razor blade;, kneaded eraser; toned pastel paper (Canson moonstone, Sennelier La Carte, or other toned paper); drawing board (3/16” foam core board cut one inch larger than paper); clips; stiff bristle brush; chamois.
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73. Paint or Draw a Four-Day Portrait Pose
Ken Goldman
This class is an opportunity to go beyond the quick-sketch stages of portraiture. Working on one pose for a long time is the best way to learn how to render forms. Gaining this kind of form-rendering knowledge will make you that much better when you go back to quick sketching. In developing a longer pose, much attention will be given to initial layout, composition, and proportion to create a firm basis upon which to work. Sixteen hours is not a great deal of time when it comes to completing a portrait commission, but it will give you an opportunity to run into certain painting challenges that can only be encountered over time. Some experience in portraiture is helpful. Intermediate to advanced students are welcome. Please be sure to sign up early because space is limited. (Image: K. Goldman,Human Figure)
Tue–Fri, 5 PM–9 PM
June 5-18 (4 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180 (includes model)
Materials: Small sketchbook to make preliminary studies. Oil painters: Bring your preferred palette. I only use a warm and cool of each primary, plus Permalba White, Sap Green, Burnt Sienna and Burnt Umber. The primaries are Cadmium Yellow Light and Medium, Cadmium Red Light and Alizarin Crimson, Ultramarine Blue and Cerulean Blue. Also bring odorless Turpenoid, a container, rags or Viva paper towels; a primed canvas, at least 18”x 24”; #2, #4, #6, and #12 filbert and flat bushes. Drawers: Vine charcoal (soft); 4B charcoal pencil or Ritmo 3B charcoal pencil; 18”x 24” drawing paper or larger; foam-core drawing board with clips; kneaded eraser and vinyl eraser. If using larger paper, cut a foam-core board 2 inches larger than the paper and use clips. If you are experienced, bring your preferred supplies. For pencil drawing, use drawing paper with HB, 2B, 4B pencils and a kneaded eraser. For oil painters, a toned canvas can be helpful. www.goldmanfineart.com
74. Portraits in Clay
Mary Buckman
The class will learn to sculpt the head in clay achieving a likeness of the model with measuring techniques using calipers and solid body buildup (no armature). The class will learn how to prepare the sculpture for firing and learn about various painting techniques to achieve a bronze look to a fired clay sculpture. (Buckman, Judge)
Mon-Thu, 10 AM – 4 PM (1 hour break)
June 21-24 (4 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180 + $20 mat. fee.
Materials: the materials fee can be paid to the instructor at the first class meeting and will cover the clay needed for the class.
75. All About Paint: Color & Technique
Elizabeth Washburn
This class will focus on the FUNDAMENTALS OF PAINTING with an emphasis on COLOR THEORY and how to accurately depict the effects of light. We will begin the first few classes with a step-by-step process that covers how to start and finish a painting. As the class progresses, we will MOVE INTO MORE ADVANCED OIL PAINTING TECHNIQUES AND COLOR THEORY. Our subject matter will include still life and landscapes, and expressive color will be encouraged. Both beginners and more experienced students are encouraged to sign up; the instructor will accommodate all skill levels. (image: Washburn, Cityscape)
Mon–Thu, 10 AM–4 PM (1 hour break)
June 28–July 1 (4 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180
Materials: Disposable paper palette (or any palette; paper just makes cleanup easier). Brushes: Get a variety of sizes (i.e., a liner brush, a quarter-inch flat or filbert, a half-inch flat or filbert, one-inch flat or filbert, and whatever else you have). With a less expensive brush, look to see that the bristles are curving toward each other from the outside edges and that when you flick the brush in your hand it has some spring to it. Oil paint: Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Red Light, Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Blue, Raw Umber, a red-oxide and magenta, Raw Sienna. Misc.: Turpenoid (small can is fine); linseed oil (small jar is fine; make sure it is refined linseed oil and not stand oil); sketchbook; pencils, pens and/or charcoal; eraser; five canvas boards (11” x 14” is good, and we will expand on painting surfaces later); cotton rags (old T-shirts, etc.); something to store extra Turpenoid in (we want to avoid dumping Turpenoid down the sinks)—yogurt cups with lids or jars with lids (glass is best). NOTE: Questions about materials will be answered the first meeting, but please bring pencils, erasers, Raw Umber, linseed oil, rags, yogurt cups, canvas board, sketchbook, and brushes for the FIRST CLASS because we WILL be painting.
76. Watercolor and Pastel Combined in Contemporary Still Life
Helen Shafer Garcia
Discover innovative techniques to build compositions uniting watercolor and pastel. Spend 3 full days exploring wet and dry approaches that will strengthen and exaggerate color intensity, build luminous layers, and create tactile textures. We’ll work with soft and hard pastels, layering watercolor hues and pastel strokes for a unified and harmonious affect. Innovative Still life arrangements will be set up in the studio with directional lighting for maximum drama. We’ll make pastel grounds on paper for tone and color, an inexpensive alternative to prepared pastel papers. This workshop is for all skill levels. Drawing methods will be demonstrated to strengthen skills. Visit www.helenshafergarcia.com and questions- henstudio@cox.net (Shafer, Artichoke Heart)
Tue-Thu, 10 AM – 4 PM (1 hour break)
July 6-8 (3 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$130/150
Materials: We’ll discuss the full supply list at the first class meeting. FIRST CLASS: Butcher metal tray or plastic palette; support board 15” x 22” or larger (hardboard can be cut at Home Depot); large water container; 2B soft graphite pencil; soft eraser; paper towels. Brushes: at least two round watercolor brushes: #14, #12, or #10; one inch flat watercolor brush; one medium-size round acrylic brush for collage work. Paper: one sheet 22” x 30” Arches cold press 140 lb. watercolor paper, one sheet of Rives BFK paper. Paint*: Lemon Yellow; Cadmium Yellow Light; Quinacridone Red; Quinacridone Rose or Permanent Rose; Quinacridone Gold; Quinacridone Burnt Sienna or Burnt Sienna; Sap Green; Phthalo Green; Ultramarine Blue or French Ultramarine; Cobalt Blue; Manganese Blue; Carbazole Violet (professional grade suggested). *Wait until first class meeting to purchase new paints.
77. Drawing (Unconventional Right Brain)
Thia Nevius
This class is based on the book New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards. It is designed for both those who have taken the class before and those who are taking it for the first time. For those taking the class for the first time it will be a revelation to learn how to see in a new way, and one need not be overwhelmed by complex projects. If you have taken this class before, you are aware that it takes practice to grasp the concepts in the book. For those returning to class, we will complete more in-depth assignments and further explore the concepts in a deeper manner, having time between classes to digest the material. We will cover the following concepts: contours; negative space; perspective and relationships; and portraits and shadows.
(image: Nevius)
Mon–Thu, 10 AM–4 PM (1 hour break)
July 12 - 15 (4 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180
Materials: variety of paper: smooth bond, textured, charcoal; drawing pad; pencils: 2B 4B 6B; eraser: white plastic or kneaded; extra fine black felt-tip marker; Micron felt-tip pens; 4B graphite pencil; stick black, white, brown soft conté crayon; compressed and vine charcoal; pen and ink; drawing board large enough to accommodate your paper; masking tape.
78. Landscape, Cityscape & Portrait Photography
Natalie Fiocre
This photography workshop will focus on landscape and then portrait photography. The instructor will present the work of master photographers and will study composition, exposure, and the use of light. Students will then apply those techniques by photographing places close to the Park Blvd Studio Studio. The students will have a critique of their work, and the instructor will answer questions, technical and other. The class is interactive and fun and teaches how to see one’s environment with a new eye. Techniques and how to use your camera can be applied while traveling and in everyday life. (image: Fiocre, Farm House)
Thu-Sat, 10 AM – 4 PM
July 22-24 (3 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$130/150
Materials: Preferably an SLR digital camera, its manual, a tripod and a flash drive.
Good shoes for walking and comfortable clothing.
79. Still-life Oil Painting
Pat Kelly
Paint a still life of beautiful summer flowers! This workshop is an excellent opportunity to build painting skills during the summer. The class will begin with small quick studies and progress to complete full-size paintings. All the elements of still-life painting will be covered, with emphasis on color and how to use a limited palette. This is an excellent opportunity for students to study color in depth and to accomplish some serious painting. As the paintings are finished, students will discuss creative issues and learn methods of self-critique. Pat especially welcomes beginning students as well as intermediate to advanced. (Kelly, White Roses in Blue Jug)
Mon–Fri, 9 AM–4 PM (1 hour break)
July 26–30 (5 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$215/240 + $5 mat. fee
Materials: Bring two 8” x 10” canvas boards; two 20” x 24” canvases; half-dozen brushes: white bristle flat or filbert, #2, #4, and #6; one medium-size palette knife; small pointed round brush for detail #2–4. Oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Yellow Medium Cadmium Lemon, Phtalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Permalba White, Cadmium Orange, Raw Umber. Misc.: Paper towels; odorless turpentine; cup for turpentine, wooden palette jar with lid.
80. Pictorial Space and Organic Abstraction
Stephen Curry
With an emphasis in Modernist and contemporary trends in abstract painting, this workshop will explore concepts of pictorial space, Formalism, color relationship, visual perception and the use of negative space within the picture plane. You can work in either oil or acrylic paint. Some painting experience is recommended. You may choose to work from sketches, small studies or photographic material of you own, from your imagination, or from subject matter supplied in the class. Students are encouraged to work large format. The class will include discussions about relevant artists and art history, one-on-one instruction and evaluation, and a class critique. (Curry)
Mon-Thu, 10 AM – 4 PM (1 hour break)
Aug 2-5 (4 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180
Materials: Bring a selection of oil or acrylic paints, brushes, and a palette. A large canvas around 30" x 40", pencils, erasers, rags, roll of paper towels, containers for solvent or water, odorless mineral spirits and liquid paint medium for oil painters. Liquitex Slo-dry blending medium for acrylic painters. For a more complete list contact the Athenaeum School of the Arts.
81. Monotype—the Painterly Print
Amber George
Beginning and experienced artists alike will enjoy this spontaneous printmaking process. Often considered the most painterly of printmaking techniques, monotypes allow for a broad range of expression and experimentation. Using water-based inks, a variety of beginning and advanced techniques will be demonstrated by the instructor, including additive and subtractive mark making, layering, and multiple-pass prints. One-on-one attention will help each student best express and explore their own goals and ideas. (image: George student work)
Mon–Thur, 10 AM–4 PM (1 hour break)
Aug 9–12 (4 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180 + $40 mat. fee
Materials: A materials fee of $40 will cover ink and paper, along with other durable materials. Please bring a smock or apron, notebook, paintbrushes, stamps, stencils, materials for making textures, and specialty or collage papers; printmaking materials such as brayers are also useful.
82. Open Studio
No instructor
Finish or create your own artworks in our spacious studio for the entire week in the company of like-minded students! You can leave your set-ups all week. (image: Studio)
Mon- Fri, 10- 4 PM
Aug. 16-20 (5 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$90/105
Materials: Bring materials of your own choice.
83. Mixed Media with Oil Pastel – an Homage to Georgia O’Keeffe
Susan Osborn
This four-hour workshop really "pushes the envelop" with what you can do with oil pastels and its friends. First we will make an oil pastel "mixed media sampler" of 15 different combinations using oil pastel with ink, watercolor, soft pastels, acrylic, collage, colored pencils, rubber stamps and charcoal. See what glorious effects you can get! Then use those effects to make an artwork based on a masterwork by Georgia O'Keefe. All materials included. (Osborn, Morning Glory)
Sat. 9:30 AM-1:30 PM
Aug. 21 (4 hours)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$50/60 + $5 mat. fee
84. Getting Loose: Painting alla Prima
Catherine Grawin
The fun just got bigger! Painting alla Prima is an exciting wet-in-wet oil painting technique that is rapid and painterly with emphasis on big, loose and colorful brushwork. This class is geared and the serious beginner and experienced painters alike. Working with bigger brushes and larger canvases, students revisit classic painting methods while breaking out into big and loose brushwork that is open to individual creativity and interpretation. Bring an open mind and relaxed attitude to transcend some old ideas and habits about representational painting. Choose your own subject matter or opt for class-supplied imagery. Catherine demonstrates key exercises, color mixing and paintings from start to finish - while students follow along. The final class celebrates its painting success with the famous “Edible Still Life”! (Grawin, Thru the Pines)
Mon-Fri, 10 AM – 4 PM (1 hour break)
Aug. 23-27 (5 days)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$190/215
Materials: Colors essential for the class palette. Brands like Windsor Newton, Gamblin, Utrecht are all good. We use more paint so buy big tubes if you can. Go to Rhino Art store (call in advance) or Dick Blick store or online for the best discount (figure 5 days delivery).
Big tubes: Titanium White, Cadmium Red Light, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Cerulean Blue, Viridian Green, Cadmium Yellow Deep, Alizarin Crimson. Brushes (oil/acrylic) natural bristle, hog hair; buy as many and the best you can afford, or bring used brushes in good shape; flats and filberts: #2, #4, #6, #8, #10, #12 ; 1 or 2 each; Rounds #2, #4, 1 each;
Big Brushes (hardware store brands OK) half inch, 1”, 2 “, 3” two each. Palette: The bigger the better. Paper or wood; Canvas sizes: 11” x 14” up to 24” x 30” or bigger; odorless Turpenoid or similar: enough for painting and cleaning up; two containers: one for turpentine and one for medium; refined linseed or safflower oil; charcoal: one box of vines extra-soft; palette knife: medium and large; small drawing pad and sharp graphite pencil for thumbnail sketches/notes; paper towels; handy carrier or backpack. FIRST CLASS: Bring all items on the Supply List. For more questions email Catherine at adlib@roadrunner.com