June 6 – 20, 2009
Julie HouckLandscape Painting in Southern France
Enjoy two weeks of plein air painting in the Languedoc region of southern France. We will be based at Montfaucon, a 13th century maison d'maitre in the historic town of Limoux, on the River Aude. Come enjoy painting in picturesque villages, vineyards and colorful markets. Experience the charm of Collioure as we follow in the footsteps of Derain, Matisse, Monet and the Fauves. Enjoy regional gastronomy with chef prepared meals and the famous "black wines" of the Languedoc. To see a slide show of last year's trip click here.
Fee is $3,900 (DO) and includes painting instruction, 14 nights lodging, all breakfasts, 12 dinners with wine, transportation to painting sites as well as transfer to/from Toulouse Airport and entrance to trip sponsored cultural sites. For more information
www.juliehouck.com





June 8 – 12, 2009
Camille Przewodek 5 Day Workshop in Petaluma, CA
Discover a New Way of Seeing Color!. For more information online
click here , contact Camille Przewodek at (707) 762-4125 • fineart@sonic.net


June 9 – 12, 2009
Kenn Backhaus Dynamic Composition in Plein Air
This workshop with award-winning artist Kenn Backahus will focus on the theory of dynamic composition in plein air painting.  Lecture and demonstrations will help you develop strong compositional statements and learn to edit while on location. Kenn will discuss mood versus detail in paintings through the application of value and edge control. These challenges and techniques will be addressed while stressing the importance of personal style and vision. Tuition - $450. Class size is limited to ensure individual attention and instruction. 
Please contact the Debra Huse Gallery at (949) 723-6171 or mail@debrahuse.com if you would like to register or have any questions. Visit our website at www.debrahusegallery.com




June 15 – 18, 2009
Ray RobertsPlein Air Workshop in Pueblo, Colorado
4-Day Landscape Workshop
Contact:
Marty Brens


June 22 – 25, 2009
Peggi Kroll-RobertsStill Life and Figure in Charlotte, North Carolina
4-Day Workshop
Contact:
Anne Neilson (704) 652-1906




June 29 – July 1, 2009
Ray RobertsPlein Air Workshop in Idyllwild, California
3-Day Landscape Workshop
Contact: Idyllwild Arts Center





July 4 – 5, 2009
Sterling HoffmannPainting in the Redwoods
Join Sterling in a plein air painting workshop under the California redwoods near the Russian River. You will have the opportunity to look at mastering form through simplicity, composition & perspective, and how color various throughout a composition: why it looks the way it does. Lodging available at the CazSonoma Inn.  Cost: $200. For registration and more information, visit
www.sterlinghoffmann.com




July 10, 2009
Peggi Kroll-Roberts1-Day Still Life Workshop in Laguna Beach Studio
Cost $125
Contact:
Peggi Kroll-Roberts




July 13 – 17, 2009
Peggi Kroll-Roberts3-Day Figure – 2-Day Still Life Workshop in Shrewsbury, New Jersey
Contact: Deborah Redden




July 14 – 15, 2009
Ray RobertsPlein Air Workshop in Laguna Beach, California
2-Day Landscape/Coastal
Laguna College of Art and Design
Contact:
Kerri Redeker (949) 376-6000  


July 20 – 24, 2009
Ebrahim Amin"Fresh Colors" Landscape Workshop in Laguna Beach
In his workshops, Ebrahim, (with over 40 years of experience in painting and many years of knowledge in instructing art classes and workshop) will instruct and drive each student's skill level in all stages of painting. In addition, he will hold two live demonstrations. One of the most important element of every landscape subject is its use of fresh colors. This workshop focuses on how to mix and create fresh vibrant colors. Throughout its duration, this class will inevitably also cover general concepts of drawing and painting. To register visit www.aminart.comeamin@aminart.com




July 24 – 25, 2009
Peggi Kroll-Roberts2-Day Figure on the Beach Workshop
Laguna Beach Studio
Cost-$275
Contact: Peggi Kroll-Roberts


July 22 – 24, 2009
Jacobus Baas Beaches of Laguna Beach
The July plein air workshop with Jacobus Baas will be Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, the 22, 23 and 24th, from 8:00-5:00 p.m.  The cost of the workshop is $350.00 for three days, $250 for two days.  Contact Karen Shaw: karshaw@gmail.com • 949-859-5983. 
 

August 14 – 16, 2009
Greg LaRock3 Day Plein Air Workshop in Oils / Laguna Beach & Neighboring Areas - Successful Plein Air Landscapes in Oil
The focus will be on simplicity, composition and value, conveying what you see into a successful painting. Overcome pitfalls, the importance of a focal point, large masses and understanding how to interpret the 3-dimensional landscape onto a 2-D surface. Workshop will begin at 9:00AM and end at 4:00PM in a different location each day. Fee is $295
For more information: 
www.greglarock.com  
or Email to: 
inquire@greglarock.com


August 15 – 25, 2009
Michael AltenPlein Air Workshop in Tuscany
Join Michael for a plein air workshop in Tuscany, Italy. Cost includes accommodations, food, transportation, workshop, cooking classes, and wine tasting! Subject matter will include vineyards, flower gardens, wineries and medieval ruins. Cost 2,300 euros.
Visit
www.abbondanzatoscana.com and register. 





September 14 – 18, 2009
Camille Przewodek 5 Day Workshop in Petaluma, CA
Discover a New Way of Seeing Color!. For more information online
click here , contact Camille Przewodek at (707) 762-4125 • fineart@sonic.net

September 21 – 25, 2009 
Jennifer McChristian Five Day Plein Air Painting Workshop in Ojai, CA
Join award winning artist, Jennifer McChristian, for an exciting and informative plein air painting workshop in Ojai, CA.
Learn the time-honored traditions of painting outdoors in the gentle Ojai countryside, conveniently located just an hour from Los Angeles. Space is limited to twelve students.
For more information and to reserve your space, email Jennifer at
liv4art@hotmail.com or call (213) 453-2818
www.jennifermcchristian.com


September 21 – 25, 2009 
Jacobus Baas Plein Air Painting Workshop in Camden, Maine area. Cost is $600 for five days. 
To sign up please contact Karen Shaw at
karshaw@gmail.com
or call (949) 554-4638.
To see more of Jacobus' work, visit
www.JacobusBaas.com.
 

September 28 – October 2, 2009
Kathleen Elsey Paint the Historical Town of Taos, New Mexico.
Join in for a solid week of painting, painting, and more painting in the high desert in and around Taos. The light is spectacular, the landscape vibrant and the town rich with culture, color, art and history. Plan to explore, sketch, photograph, paint, then return to the studio and paint more. This workshop will expand your senseof freedom and add a lively spirit to your paintings. There will be discussions concerning composition, creating a body of work, developing your painting voice, fixing problem paintings, finishing a painting, as well as demos, individual instruction at the easel and group critiques. Each day we’ll meet in our painting studio one half block from the main plaza in Taos before heading out to paint.
Tuition: $525
For more information and registration form visit
elsey.com
call (805) 569-0542 or email
kathleen@elsey.com


October 17 – 19, 2009
Kathleen ElseyPaint the Vibrant Autumn Colors of Sonoma, California.
Have fun while creating colorful paintings of the old barns, flower fields, mountains and autumn light of Sonoma’s vineyard-covered land. Advanced painters can take your paintings to a new level while defining your painting voice. Beginners will learn that landscape is a forgiving subject as it provides you with the opportunity to create successful paintings while you fine tune basic skills. In the historic town of Sonoma, we’ll meet in our studio each day before heading out to paint the exceptional autumn color of Sonoma County.
Tuition: $325
For more information and registration form visit
elsey.com
call (805) 569-0542 or email
kathleen@elsey.com





November 7 – 11, 2009
Michael Situ5 days Plein Air Workshop in Laguna Beach, CA
For more information, please visit: www.michaelsitu.com


November 13 – 15, 2009
Greg LaRock3 Day Plein Air Workshop in Oils / Laguna Beach & Neighboring Areas - Successful Plein Air Landscapes in Oil
The focus will be on simplicity, composition and value, conveying what you see into a successful painting. Overcome pitfalls, the importance of a focal point, large masses and understanding how to interpret the 3-dimensional landscape onto a 2-D surface. Workshop will begin at 9:00AM and end at 4:00PM in a different location each day. Fee is $295
For more information: 
www.greglarock.com  
or Email to: 
inquire@greglarock.com


November 19 – 21, 2009
Eli Cedrone Bermuda Workshop
Several have already signed up so enroll early if you'd like to join us! Group air & hotel packages available. Workshop fee: $300 for instruction only. A deposit of $150 is required to hold your space.
Contact Eli at (781) 443-4014 for more info.
www.elicedrone.com


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