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			Paint the Maine Coast with Michael Chesley Johnson September 6-10, 2010 (9-1) — Join Michael Chesley Johnson at his studio gallery on Campobello Island, New Brunswick (Canada) and on the Maine Coast for his fifth summer teaching en plein air workshops! Campobello was made famous by Franklin D. Roosevelt, whose family had a summer cottage on the island. Over one-third of the island consists of parklands and provides plenty of opportunity for painting. Workshops are half-days only. Paint half the day and then explore the Island the other half! All media welcome. (Michael will work in pastel and oil.) Small workshop size! Typically no more than 4 students. Take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy a small workshop - it's rare in the world of art workshops! Visit website				Location: Lubec, ME Instructor: Michael Chesley Johnson Sponsor: Friars Bay Studio Gallery Cost: $300 Email: Michael Chesley Johnson Phone: 575-267-2450

			Creative Figure Painting September 6-10, 2010 (10 - 5 on first day, then 9 - 4 with a one hour lunch) — This is a different approach to figure painting. Models will pose 2 mornings and students will use this time to draw the shapes of the models. These drawings will be used to compose paintings based on personal expression and interpretation rather than Renaissance accuracy. Please bring enthusiasm, the spirit of adventure, and willingness to search for a personal style. Skip Lawrence is known for his landscapes and figurative work. He collaborates in publishing a quarterly magazine for artists and has been teaching workshops in watercolor and mixed media for 25 years. This is a special opportunity to work with an artist who brings his own experience to the task of helping other individuals develop their own unique voice and style. Visit website				Location: Sedona, AZ Instructor: Skip Lawrence Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $600 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Aquarel Workshop in Nuremberg, Germany September 8-12, 2010 — This workshop is primarily for European students and will be taught in German, Dutch and English. Due to demand, a waiting list will be started. Jeder Tag beginnt mit einer aquarell demonstration von Tony, in der er sein wissen an seine schuler weitergibt. Danach malt jeder in seinem eigenen tempo, begleitet mit individuellen hilfe. Die gruppenkritik am nachmittag gibt die moglichkeit verbesserungsvorschlage anzunehmen. Visit website				Location: Nuremberg, Germany Instructor: Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. Sponsor: Kristina Jurick Email: Kristina Jurick Phone: 49 09120 / 8257

			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

			Painting Autumn in Corsica September 10-19, 2010 — Due to popular response, this distinctive workshop is almost sold out. Only a few spaces are left on this extraordinary painting adventure, combining small group attention in a Master workshop with the perfect landscape for painting. The exceptional location, cuisine and accommodations allow participants to devote themselves to inspiration in a painter's paradise. Originally built for a Count in 1519, artists are afforded the finest comfort and outstanding meals in a finely appointed modernized chateau, complete with working studio. In September, the weather stays sunny and moderate as the local palette comes alive, from pristine beaches to lush mountainsides ideal for plein air. Visit website				Location: Bastelica, Corsica Instructor: Jerry Stitt, Mara Gahagan Sponsor: Mara Gahagan Cost: $2985.00 Email: Mara Gahagan

			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

			Albert Handell Workshop September 12-17, 2010 (9 - 5) — This outdoor painting workshop at the Bennington Center for the Arts in Bennington, Vermont will be an intensive, rewarding and fun week of study and painting with Master Artist Albert Handell. The workshop is geared toward the student of the landscape who has experience working in pastels, oils, or water media, or for those who have a desire to paint on location, en plein aire. Every Morning during the workshop Mr. Handell will give a demonstration. In the afternoon, he will give individual help to each artist while painting at one of several special locations. Each afternoon will end with a critique of the day’s work. Visit website				Location: Bennington, VT Instructor: Albert Handell Sponsor: Bennington Center for the Arts Cost: $600 Email: Shirley Hutchins Phone: 802-442-7158

			Basic Foundations to painting September 12-14, 2010 (9 am to 6pm) — The foundation for a successful painting relies on a strong composition, good placement of values and best use of color. Each participant will start with a simple contour drawing, from that we will produce a value drawing, and finally we will do a color study and discuss how to mix clean vibrant colors using a limited color palette and color schemes which will complement the value plan and lead us to a successful painting. Dennis Rafferty has been teaching art since 1987. Taught at Kansas City Art Institute in 1996, then moved to Maine in 1998 and is currently teaching at Heartwood College of Art. Visit website				Location: Boothbay, ME Instructor: Dennis Rafferty Sponsor: Smuggler's Cove Inn Cost: $225 Email: Dennis Rafferty Phone: 207-251-9925

			Painting Creative and Sparkling Watercolors September 13-17, 2010 (9 am-4 pm) — Tom's paintings are characterized by vibrant and brilliant color, reflecting his love of nature. He has exhibited his watercolors in scores of one-man shows and received many awards and honors for his work. His paintings are in galleries and private collections around the world. In this workshop, Tom will share his insights and skills in creating exciting, vibrant watercolors, both indoors and out. The first day will be inside at the Art Center, followed by two or three days of plein air, weather permitting. Visit website				Location: Springfield, OR Instructor: Tom Allen Sponsor: Emerald Art Center Cost: $295 Email: Cheryl Leontina Phone: 541-726-8595

			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

			"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

			Beyond Pretty Pictures - Watercolor September 13-17, 2010 — Kay's students are always happy when she teaches a workshop! An excellent teacher, her style ranges from traditional to impressionistic to abstract depending on the subject matter, mood and her point of view. She is a well respected mentor and her name is synonymous with watercolor. See website for supply list. Visit website				Location: Bernard, ME Instructor: Kay Kandra Sponsor: Acadia Workshop Center Cost: $575 Email: Gail Ribas Phone: 207-244-9742

			Watercolor Workshop with Judy Morris and Carla O'Connor September 14-24, 2010 — Judy and Carla are team teaching in one of the most beautiful and interesting towns in Tuscany. Together they have planned creativity prompts, demos, and lessons that will result in painting success! The tour includes a day trip by train to Vernazza, my favorite Cinque Terre village. You will fly into and out of the Florence airport. Our private bus will pick us up at the airport and take us to Lucca for 10 nights of cultural immersion. Daily painting time with Judy and Carla will be our focus. But concerts nearly every night, wonderful food, a weekend outdoor Antique Fair and a few unplanned serendipitous events will entertain and inspire wonderful paintings. There is also an optional 3 night Florence extension for an additional $460. Visit website				Location: Lucca, Italy Instructor: Judy Morris and Carla O'Connor Sponsor: Flying Colors Art Workshops Cost: $3,395 painter; $3,195 non-painter Email: Johanna Morrell Phone: 858-518-0949

			Painting Class - Oil, Watermedia & Pastel painters welcome September 14 - October 19, 2010 (Tuesdays, 1-4pm) — A successful painting relies on appropriate color solutions. In this class you will gain a better understanding of how to approach and solve color problems as well as specific problems of your chosen media. The majority of the work will be derived from still life with a focus on natural elements. Beginning to advanced students welcome. For beginners it is recommended that students take a drawing course concurrently with this program. Limit 12 students. Igor Koutsenko is a classically trained fine artist who exhibits nationally and abroad. See website for supply list. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Igor Koutsenko Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $175.00 Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Wet and Wild! Painting Vibrant Water Scenes September 14 - October 5, 2010 (Tuesdays, 1-4pm) — Learn how to make water look wet, reflective and splashy! With watercolor or acrylic as your primary medium, study cascading water and glassy reflection. Painting water that looks wet requires some basic knowledge of the dynamics of how water moves and how objects are reflected in its shiny surface. Techniques will be demonstrated to address the various puzzles the artist is faced with when painting this stunning, fascinating - and yes, confusing - subject! Julie will provide photos for class use or you are welcome to use your own reference material. There will be demos in both mediums, critique and lots of painting time. Beginners welcome. Visit website				Location: Scottsdale, AZ Instructor: Julie Gilbert Pollard Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $180 Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

Paint the Light Fantastic

September 16-18, 2010 (9am-4pm) — Kris will introduce a variety of techniques for saving light areas and creating colorful shadows. Among them are masking, glazing, and negative painting. There will be an emphasis on design principles as well as analyzing paintings based on values. Kris will