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			Create Visual Magic with Mixed Media Workshop September 3, 2010 (10 AM - 2:30 PM) — Create Visual Magic with Mixed Media...whether you are an experienced painter or a beginner. Have fun while learning new techniques, using new materials & new combinations. Mix acrylics with oil pastels, colored pencils, collage & other fast-drying, non-toxic odor-free art materials. Use stencils & simple printing methods. You'll discover new favorites & learn new uses for items you may already own. You'll leave with a bag of new tricks for your creative play. The best art comes from creative play. You'll enjoy the day painting in Midtown artist Ann Bell's well-lighted studio as creativity flows through you & around you. All supplies provided. Possible CPE hours for teachers. Small class. Lots of personal attention. Near downtown Houston. Visit website				Location: Houston, TX Instructor: Ann Bell Cost: $85 including supplies Email: Ann Bell Phone: 281-330-3827

			Life and Landscape Drawing in Newfoundland September 4-5, 2010 (9am-4pm) — Learn to see with heightened clarity and sensitivity. Achieve a degree of creative expression that is exciting and fulfilling. Join us at the Mill Road Studio in breathtakingly beautiful Newfoundland for a weekend drawing workshop, working with the figure, still life and landscape. Students work en plein air and in the studio, led by Stephen Zeifman, artist and program director. All levels, beginner to advanced. There is a wide variety of accommodation and lots for families and travelling companions to do while you are pursuing your passion. Visit website				Location: Port Rexton, Canada Instructor: Stephen Zeifman Sponsor: Mill Road Studio Cost: $450 includes materials Email: Sarah Agnew Phone: 709-464-3907

			Wire Jewelry Intensive in Tuscany with Sharilyn Miller September 4-11, 2010 (9 am to 4:30 pm) — Think Europe is too expensive these days? Not with this all-inclusive art-travel adventure! Your tour price includes: six days of discovery and jewelry making workshops in Cortona, Italy (where "Under the Tuscan Sun" was filmed); seven nights comfortable accommodations in town; sumptuous meals (continental breakfast, gourmet lunches and dinners every day); an authentic Italian cooking class; day trip to Florence; intensive wire-art jewelry instruction with Sharilyn Miller, author of "Bead on a Wire." See Web site for photos of the jewelry we'll be making! Farewell wine tasting dinner. Visit website				Location: Cortona, Italy Instructor: Sharilyn Miller Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: $2,749.00 Email: Patrick Mahoney, Prod. Director Phone: 508-254-8265

			Pastels in Paradise Art Workshop in Kona Hawaii September 5-10, 2010 (6 sessions, 3-5 hours each ) — Hawaiian Art Journey (HAJ) invites you to enjoy a week at the Kona Village Resort on the Big Island of Hawai'I while creating colorful pastel artworks with professional 'madonnara' (Italian street painter) and sculptor Kelly Borsheim. Work at gorgeous sites or from photos, as well as painting with a live model. Improve your drawing skills. Explore color & design. Make your 2-D art more sculptural. Develop your voice. Beginners encouraged! Lodging, all meals (including 2 luau & show + Paniolo (cowboy) Night BBQ) provided. 6 sessions, 3-5 hours each, leaving plenty of time to create more art without distraction or enjoy the many amenities on the resort's 82 acres. Visit website				Location: Kona, HI Instructor: Kelly Borsheim Sponsor: Hawaiian Art Journey Cost: $2222, includes lodging and all meals Email: Robert Adams Phone: (510) 808 - 4424

			Strengthen Your Visual Sensitivity and Creative Visual Language September 6-10, 2010 (9:00 AM-4:00 PM) — Through informative conversations and step-by-step demonstrations students will gain an understanding of the interrelated components of painting, including value, shape, color and edge relationship. You'll be painting right alongside Michael Orwick with time for each student to receive personal attention and friendly critiques. Starting with composition, emphasis will be placed on strengthening students' skills of editing and selection as well as clarifying light effects for more powerful, personal design. Study the power and importance of balance, unity, variety, interest and contrast through the tonal and color aspects of your paintings. Visit website				Location: Quadra Island BC, Canada Instructor: Michael Orwick Sponsor: Firesign Art & Design Studio and B&B Cost: $625 CDN includes lunches Email: Nanci Cook Phone: 877-285-3390

			The Artist’s Voice: A Week-Long Painting Studio September 7-11, 2010 (9am-4pm) — This self-guided studio workshop for intermediate and advanced painters features a focus on your individual art and creative path, including further developing your unique artistic voice. At the heart of the workshop is development of skills to take a painting from ordinary to extraordinary. All painting/drawing mediums are welcome. Each day begins with a chalk talk and related demonstration in oil or pastel. Explore the big picture as well as zero in on major elements like value, light, color, composition, creative imagery and a personal point of view. Ongoing individual and group critiques create a free flowing and positive atmosphere for growth and personal experimentation. Bonnie is introducing "Paint-on" demonstrations, addressing common painting problems and their solutions. Visit website				Location: Fish Creek, WI Instructor: Bonnie Paruch Sponsor: Peninsula School of Art Cost: Member: $535; Non-Member: $560 Email: Peninsula School of Art Phone: (920) 868-3455

			Bookmaking 1: Beginning Bookmaking September 7 - October 12, 2010 (choose 1:30-4pm or 6-8:30pm) — We will be making books and boxes in this class with a variety of materials and techniques. We will complete at least three books and one container for a book to nest in. The objective is to give you a fundamental understanding of how books are made. The anatomy of a book is fascinating, as are the adjustments one can make to any book to make it yours from start to finish. The covers, spine, folios, signatures, fly sheets, headbands and more are all waiting for your heart and hands. Visit website				Location: Atlanta, GA Instructor: Anne Elser Sponsor: Binders Art Supplies and Frames Cost: Until Aug 24: $140, After Aug 24: $155 Email: Eli Pelizza Phone: 404.237.6331 ext. 203

			Oil/Acrylic Mini workshop September 8, 2010 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm) — Not enough time in your travel plans to take a full workshop? Join us for a mini oil/acrylic workshop in the Niagara area. Would you like to Achieve drama in your composition? Simplify chaos on location? Achieve balance in your Painting? Learn the value of underpainting? Stop overworking your paintings? Watch for other dates available. Visit website*				Location: Niagara Falls, Canada Instructor: J.R. Baldini Sponsor: Baldini Painting Holidays Cost: $65.00 Email: J.R. Baldini, IPAP Executive Director Phone: 1 800 393-7270 studio weekdays 9-5

			Calligraphy One: Italic September 8 - October 13, 2010 (6-8:30pm) — The Italic calligraphic hand is one of the most widely used and versatile alphabets around. It is highly legible and can easily be dressed up or down. Italic is the perfect hand to learn for the beginning calligrapher yet versatile enough to experiment with for the advanced. During the six week course, students will be given handouts and guide sheets, learning the upper and lower case characters. Visit website				Location: Atlanta, GA Instructor: Anne Elser Sponsor: Binders Art Supplies and Frames Cost: Until Aug 25: $140, After Aug 25: $155 Email: Eli Pelizza Phone: 404.237.6331 ext. 203

			Plein Air September 8 - October 20, 2010 - no class Oct 13 (Wednesdays 1-5 pm) — Learn stronger skills for more confidence and success when painting landscapes (including skies and night scenes). Both outdoor and studio painting, including painting from photos and outdoor sketches. Attention will focus on choosing subject matter, composition, design, value spheric perspective and how to achieve a good sense of distance in a landscape. Discussed also will be supplies, materials, and equipment and how to take better photos for use in the studio. Demonstrations, group critiques, and lots of personal attention. Classes outdoors or indoors depending on weather. Though oil paint is preferred, students are welcome to use pastels. Acrylics are not recommended for painting outdoors, unless the student understands the challenges of its rapid drying process. Limited to 16 students. Visit website				Location: Easton, MD Instructor: Sara Linda Poly Sponsor: Easton Studio and School Cost: $240 Email: Yolanda or Kathi Phone: 410-770-8350

			Watercolor Energies and Composition September 8-11, 2010 — Frank Webb is one of the nation's premier watercolor teachers and brings enthusiasm and energy to his classes, making painting an exhilarating enterprise. "My work proceeds from on-the-spot graphite drawings made from a lifetime of travels. Each drawing is edited, fused with design principles, and used as the model. With large flat brushes and plenty of water I approach the paper in a slam-bang initial wash, and end with the caress of a butterfly wing." Visit website				Location: Phoenix, AZ Instructor: Frank Webb Email: Sandra J. Camp Phone: 602-770-3595

			Block Printing 1: Beginning Printmaking September 9-30, 2010 (Thursdays, 1-4pm or 6-8:30pm) — Great for creating original gift cards, postcards, fine art prints, or to embellish a cloth, block printing is one of the oldest and most versatile forms of printmaking. The image is created by carving into a surface to create raised areas on which to deposit ink. Prints can be made both on paper or cloth. You will create two original linoleum block carvings during the class that can be printed an unlimited number of times. Both printing by hand and the use of a small table press will be explored. Visit website				Location: Atlanta, GA Instructor: Atlanta Printmakers Studio Sponsor: The Art School at Binders Cost: Sale price until Aug. 26: $120, After Aug. 26: $135 Email: Eli Pelizza Phone: 404.237.6331 x203

			Drawing Ki September 9 - December 16, 2010 (Thursdays, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.) — Designed for those with drawing experience who desire to improve their drawing skills and elevate their artistic expression. Learn to recognize ki, or energy, as you draw the human figure with pencil, charcoal, conté and ink. Begin to sense ki in lines, space, and chiaroscuro; see color in black and white drawing; and understand the effects of changing light, pressure, and media. Achieve spiritual expression through a new understanding of ki, soul, and spirit. Includes demonstration, discussion of Master artists' drawings and critique. Visit website				Location: Philadelphia, PA Instructor: Yasuji Paul Hamanaka Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Cost: For Credit $585, Non-Credit $465 Email: Continuing Education Dept. Phone: 215-972-7632

			Painting in Town September 10-12, 2010 (9 am - 4:40 pm) — This 3-day workshop focuses on the challenges and joys of painting in town. Robert often employs a strategy of working on a single painting over multiple days. This approach will be well demonstrated and discussed, as will the guiding principles of all of Robert's painting. Demonstrations offered each morning, as well as the progress of one painting over the 3 days. Students paint in Easton's charming downtown area each afternoon and can work on either a single or multiple pieces during that time. Basic perspective tips covered. The goal of this workshop is to help set the artist in you free in town. Robert will explain the meaning of his own urban mantra: "Remember, you're painting." Limit 16 students. Visit website				Location: Easton, MD Instructor: Robert J Barber Sponsor: Easton Studio and School Cost: $375 Email: Yolanda or Kathi Phone: 410-770-8350

			Ceramic Workshop with Suzy Birstein on the Greek Island of Skopelos September 10-26, 2010 — Envision your "Inner Muse" under the creative guidance of ceramist Suzy Birstein - famed artist for the 2008 Academy Awards Nominees - on the enchanting island of Skopelos, Greece. Suzy will continue to share her love of colour, form and Muse, specifically inspired by Greek mythology. Suzy will demonstrate her ceramic hand building techniques combining textures, slabs, coil and pinching to create imaginative and mythologically inspired sculptures, masks and wearable art. Students will have hands on experience creating and discovering their artistic process. After the work is fired, experiment with Suzy's unique multi-surface combinations of fired under glazes and glazes alongside painted and patina surfaces. Visit website				Location: Skopelos, Greece Instructor: Suzy Birstein Sponsor: The Skopelos Foundation for the Arts Cost: $1,800 Email: Jill Somer Phone: 30 24240 24143

			The Artist's Palette: A Retrospective of Floral Design September 11-18, 2010 — Sonny will demonstrate and then guide you to create your own floral arrangements, using available plant material, containers and other decorative elements. He will also walk you through the history of floral design. We will visit flower markets and local florists. This class is open to all levels of people interested in design. Photo courtesy of Addison Gallery. Visit website				Location: Tuscany, Italy Instructor: Sonny Gada Sponsor: Tuscany: A Journey for the Senses, LLC Cost: 1800 Euro Email: Joan Hill Phone: 508-255-7907

			Quadra Island 5th Annual Plein Air Paint Out September 11-12, 2010 (9:00 AM-4:00 PM) — The 5th Annual Quadra Island Paint Out 2010 is happening in conjunction with the International Plein Air Painters (IPAP) 8th Great Worldwide Paint Out. On Saturday, artists will paint at Rebecca Spit Provincial Park at various locations. On Sunday, September 12, at 3:00 PM there will be an exhibit of the weekend's work and a reception at the Heriot Bay Inn. The public is invited to view the art and meet the artists. Visit website				Location: Quadra Island BC, Canada Instructor: self-directed Sponsor: Firesign Art & Design Studio and B&B Cost: no cost Email: Nanci Cook Phone: 877-285-3390

			Painting the Tuscan Sun September 11-18, 2010 (sessions daily) — Lori's workshops emphasize simplifying subject matter, identifying planes and values, massing dominant and subordinate shapes, and knowing when and how to push color. Lori will meet each painter's individual needs. Whether a beginner just learning the fundamentals of plein air, or a seasoned professional searching for a new creative eye, Lori will help you move your work to a new level. This workshop will include demonstrations, group work, individual instruction, and critiques. A study guide will also be provided. Come taste the rich atmosphere and paint in a land where other great artists have been inspired for centuries. Visit website				Location: Cortona, Italy Instructor: Lori Putnam Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: from US$2749.00 all-inclusive Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			9121a \| Glass Fusing: Essentials 1 September 11, 2010 (9:00A - 6:00P) — Learn the fundamental techniques required for fused glass art. Be introduced to glass compatibility and related physics while working with multiple types of fusing products. Students will gain knowledge of glass kilns and firing schedules, and additionally learn about cold working glass and related equipment. Students will create projects from a wide variety of options. Class will be held at Wired Designs. Visit website				Location: San Antonio, TX Instructor: Gail Stouffer Sponsor: Southwest School of Art & Craft Cost: $135 Email: Registration Phone: 210-224-1848

			Soulistry: Artistry of the Soul September 11-18, 2010 (sessions daily) — Release your playful nature! Enrich your spirituality! Come and celebrate the gift of creativity through an exploration of a variety of "hands-on" artistic expressions! Let your inner creativity soar with Paper MarbelingMystery, ArtCardZenz, PhotoMeditations, MandalaZ's, CreativeSpirituality Journaling and more. Engage in discussions about blockages to spiritual growth / creativity / self-expression and re-connect with the intangible soul-essence of life as you create artistic soul space within you in new ways! No art experience or training is necessary and all are welcome. Visit website				Location: Cortona, Italy Instructor: June Mack Maffin Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: all-inclusive from US$2749.00 Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			Create Visual Magic with Mixed Media September 11, 2010 (10 AM - 2:30 PM) — Magic happens when you are in the creative state, with the music, the light & the creativity flowing through you. You'll connect with your creative spirit as you express your personal ideas. After a short "how-to" demo, you'll paint & express your own vision. You'll create a unique & memorable painting that you'll love, even if you have never painted before. If you're an experienced painter, you'll love exploring new tools & techniques as you mix acrylics with oil pastels, colored pencils, collage. Use stencils & simple printing methods. New tools will enrich your creative play. The best art comes from creative play. All supplies provided. Possible CPE hours for teachers. Small class. Personal attention. Near downtown Houston. Visit website				Location: Houston, TX Instructor: Ann Bell Cost: $85 including supplies Email: Ann Bell Phone: 281-330-3827

			Plein Air Painting on Quadra Island with Timothy C. Tyler September 13-17, 2010 (9 AM-5 PM, Monday-Friday) — An amazing opportunity to have 5 days with Classic Realist and plein air oil painting master Timothy C. Tyler. We will paint outdoors surrounded by the inspirational local landscape of Quadra Island, BC or in the studio if raining. Some evenings we'll sit around together after dinner and discuss art and art history. Visit website				Location: Quadra Island, BC, Canada Instructor: Timothy C. Tyler Sponsor: Firesign Art & Design Studio and B&B Cost: $695 CDN includes lunches Email: Nanci Cook Phone: 877-285-3390 toll free

			Painting Camden Maine with David Lussier September 13-17, 2010 (9:00 - 4:00) — Camden Maine is one of the most beautiful towns in midcoast Maine. We will be based at The High Tide Inn which has 7 ocean front acres and views from its grounds considered the most spectacular along the entire midcoast. The Inn will offer us packaged specials which will include breakfast and lunch. There are a variety of lodging options in different price ranges, from B&B rooms to motel units to cottages. www.hightideinn.com We look forward to teaching you at this spectacular location. We will paint around Camden and also at nearby harbors. Rockport Harbor (Maine) is one of our favorite places. This is an excellent workshop to bring a spouse along. Visit website				Location: Camden, MA Instructor: David Lussier Sponsor: David Lussier Workshops Cost: $450 Email: David Lussier Phone: 860-928-7121

			Drawing & Painting Art Retreat to France September 13-17, 2010 (M-F) — Embark on an art retreat to France with one-on-one drawing & painting instruction. The trip will be centered in Auvillar, located in the Pyrenees along the Garonne River. Visit website				Location: Auvillar, France Instructor: Jeannette MacDougall Sponsor: Southwest School of Art & Craft Cost: $1,500 Email: Registration Phone: 210-224-1848

			Painting, Drawing and Printmaking in Newfoundland September 13-17, 2010 (9am-4pm) — Learn to see with heightened clarity and sensitivity. Achieve a degree of creative expression that is exciting and fulfilling. Join us at the Mill Road Studio in breathtakingly beautiful Newfoundland for a 5-day program of drawing, painting and printmaking working with the figure, still life and landscape. Students work en plein air and in the studio, led by Stephen Zeifman, artist and program director. All levels, beginner to advanced. There is a wide variety of accommodation and lots for families and travelling companions to do while you are pursuing your passion. Visit website				Location: Port Rexton, Canada Instructor: Stephen Zeifman Sponsor: Mill Road Studio Cost: $1000 includes materials and lunch Email: Sarah Agnew Phone: 709-464-3907

			"Leap to Freedom and Freshness" September 13-17, 2010 (9 am - 4 pm Mon- Thur, 9 am - 3 pm on Fri) — Free up and explore the freshness and simplicity of watercolor. David will help you improve your skills and work in tune with the paper retaining the transparency and luminosity for spontaneous and poetic paintings. He will show you how to get the white of the paper sparkling through. This class will be adventurous and exciting, and one not to miss. Come along and enjoy the journey and take that leap. David is the coauthor of Solving Mysteries in Watercolor with Ron Ranson. His work has been featured in the International Artist Magazine. Visit website				Location: Newport, OR Instructor: David Taylor Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $625 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: (503) 930-4572

			The Figure in the Landscape September 13-17, 2010 (9 am - 4 pm Mon- Thur, 9 am - 3 pm on Fri) — Learn how to swiftly capture gesture, light, and form! Discover how to paint quickly and accurately concentrating on the "process". Working with a model, numerous small studies will be painted daily. Techniques for achieving a spontaneous controlled approach will be practiced. A working palette will be developed simplifying the comparison of color and value, an essential part of picture making. Kim's Gold Medal artwork has been featured in Southwest Art Magazine, Artists Magazine, and in the book Figure Drawing Workshop by Carole Katchen. He has also self-published a book of his work. Visit website				Location: Newport, OR Instructor: Kim English Sponsor: Art in the Mountains Cost: $695 Email: Tracy Culbertson Phone: (503) 930-4572

			Contemporary Gold Leaf 1 September 13 - October 11, 2010 (Mondays, 1-4pm) — Gold Leafing is an art as old as recorded history. Learn this rare highly prized and technical skill, which is not known to many, as Gold Leaf artisans rarely share their knowledge. The possibilities are endless for applications that benefit many backgrounds such as Decorators, Painters, Wood workers, Artists, Antique dealers, collectors and enthusiasts, Clock and antique repairers, Jewelry makers, Crafters, Framers, or those who want to learn an Old World skill. * A brief history of the origin of Gold Leaf, the practices and materials * The differences between real Gold Leaf and Composite Leaf * Traditional and contemporary methods of application as well as shortcuts * Surface preparation, properly handling and storage Visit website				Location: Atlanta, GA Instructor: Shannon Forester Sponsor: The Art School at Binders Cost: Sale price until Aug. 30: $155, After Aug. 30: $170 Email: Eli Pelizza Phone: 404.237.6331 x203

			Painting - Design and Technique September 14 - October 19, 2010 (Tuesdays, 1-4pm or 6-8:30pm) — This on-going, challenging course will expose you to principles of design and visual language. Primarily an oil painting class, the goal is to equip you with the skills necessary to fulfill your own artistic vision. This class is taught with the individual artist in mind, teaching principles of the visual language without smothering artistic vision. In a progressive and comprehensive manner, you will be trained to look, to see, to think in a sensitive way to equip you to make your art completely their own. Visit website				Location: Atlanta, GA Instructor: Charles Y. Walls Sponsor: The Art School at Binders Cost: Sale price until Aug. 31: $140, After Aug. 31: $155 Email: Eli Pelizza Phone: 404.237.6331 x203

			Painting-Design and Technique September 14 - October 19, 2010 (1-4pm or 6-8:30pm) — Open to all levels, this on-going, challenging course will expose you to principles of design and visual language. Primarily an oil painting class, the goal is to equip you with the skills necessary to fulfill your own artistic vision. This class is taught with the individual artist in mind, teaching principles of the visual language without smothering artistic vision. In a progressive and comprehensive manner, you will be trained to look, to see, to think in a sensitive way to equip you to make your art completely your own. Visit website				Location: Atlanta, GA Instructor: Charles Y. Walls Sponsor: Binders Art Supplies and Frames Cost: Until July 13: $140, After July 13: $155 Email: Eli Pelizza Phone: 404.237.6331 ext. 203

			Beginning and Intermediate Plein Air September 14-16, 2010 (9am-4pm) — Take your experience outdoors! In this fun and informative plein air workshop, Debra will teach you to sharpen your focus and simplify your approach. Put your design and composition in perspective and master your values without garish color. One day of the workshop will be devoted to the secrets of painting people and signage. Learn how to give your scenes a sense of character. Thick paint and confident strokes will help make your painting exciting! This class will be held in three different Orange County locales. Class size is limited to ensure individual attention and instruction. Visit website				Location: Newport Beach, CA Instructor: Debra Huse Sponsor: Debra Huse Gallery Cost: $350 Email: Debra Huse Gallery Phone: 949.723.6171

			4002a \| Making Your Own Paper September 14, 2010 (6:00 - 9:00P) — Explore the art of papermaking through individualized instruction. Learn how to make paper the color, shape and size you want for multiple uses - from cards to scrapbooking, from collage to bookbinding. All necessary materials are provided. Please visit the studio on Wednesdays or during Paper Saturdays to learn more. Visit website				Location: San Antonio, TX Instructor: Beck Whitehead Sponsor: Southwest School of Art & Craft Cost: $55- $145 Email: Registration Phone: 210-224-1848

			The Art of Sculpture September 15 - December 15, 2010 (Wednesdays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.) — Experience sculpture as "the language of form." Explore the expressive possibilities of clay-modeling, plaster casting, carving in stone or wood, and utilizing found objects. Learn the tools and techniques for creating from direct observation as well as one's imagination. Beginners and experienced students alike are welcome. Visit website				Location: Philadelphia, PA Instructor: Elizabeth Hill Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Cost: For Credit $585, Non-Credit $465 Email: Continuing Education Dept. Phone: 215-972-7632

			Designing for Plein Air September 15 - October 20, 2010 (Tuesdays 1-4 pm) — Tim Bell teaches the essentials of plein air painting (indoors unless weather is unseasonably warm) with a focus on good design principles which engage the viewer and lead the eye into and through your painting. Limited to 20 students. Visit website				Location: Easton, MD Instructor: Tim Bell Sponsor: Easton Studio and School Cost: $210 Email: Yolanda or Kathi Phone: 410-770-8350

			Oil/Acrylic Mini workshop September 15, 2010 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm) — Not enough time in your travel plans to take a full workshop? Join us for a mini oil/acrylic workshop in the Niagara area. Would you like to Achieve drama in your composition? Simplify chaos on location? Achieve balance in your Painting? Learn the value of underpainting? Stop overworking your paintings? Watch for other dates available. Visit website*				Location: Niagara Falls, Canada Instructor: J.R. Baldini Sponsor: Baldini Painting Holidays Cost: $65.00 Email: J.R. Baldini, IPAP Executive Director Phone: 1 800 393-7270 studio weekdays 9-5

			Acrylic Painting, Impressionist-Style September 15 - October 20, 2010 (Wednesdays, 1-4pm) — Now for Acrylic Painters by popular demand: Gain the freedom and know-how to re-create your photos into exciting Impressionist-style paintings -- in acrylics! (Oil painters are welcome, too.) Step-by-step you will master how to transform any photos into heirloom quality paintings. The instructor takes the mystery out of the "direct" painting method, enabling you to become a modern Impressionist using acrylic paints. You'll learn the thick layers of textured paint, broken-colors and luscious Impasto strokes that make Impressionistic paintings so appealing. In addition, many new, easy and valuable tips and techniques will add to your painting skills. If you're in a hurry to make beautiful paintings, this liberating course is for you. Visit website				Location: Atlanta, GA Instructor: J.Z.Torre Sponsor: The Art School at Binders Cost: Sale price until Sept. 1: $160, After Sept. 1: $175 Email: Eli Pelizza Phone: 404.237.6331 x203

			Still Life Oil September 15 - October 20, 2010 (Wednesdays 9:30 am - 12:30 pm) — Working from the still life, Nancy teaches fundamentals of drawing, composition, color mixing and how to see colors in their appropriate values. Limited to 16 students. Visit website				Location: Easton, MD Instructor: Nancy Tankersley Sponsor: Easton Studio and School Cost: $210 Email: Yolanda or Kathi Phone: 410-770-8350

			The Figure as a Point of Departure September 15 - December 15, 2010 (Wednesdays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.) — Draw and paint the human figure in a looser, more expressionistic manner. Refine your painting skills to create a lively surface through the use of directional brushwork and harmonic color. Establish pictorial unity through visual metaphor and multiple focal points, and explore the contrast between active and quiet areas. Painting and drawing experience recommended. Visit website				Location: Philadelphia, PA Instructor: Kassem Amoudi Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Cost: For Credit $585, Non-Credit $465 Email: Continuing Education Dept. Phone: 215-972-7632