"Creating a Painting in Colored Pencil" (Quincy, FL)
February 7-9, 2019

Kristy Kutch, an experienced, supportive workshop instructor, welcomes you for three fascinating days, exploring the remarkable range and potential of colored pencil techniques.  Waxy/oily and watercolor colored pencils, even some watercolor crayons (water soluble wax pastels), will be featured, combining them for "painterly" results.  Students receive a generous supply of sample products, including new items on the art scene.  (No exaggeration: bring a spare tote bag!)

Plein-Air Urban Watercolour Workshops in Barcelona
Year-round (see website for details)

This is an opportunity to enjoy a 5 day plein-air intensive watercolor workshop in the heart of Barcelona, Spain.  Professional artist Paul Raymonde and his wife Angela run an urban painting course in one of Europe's most beautiful cities.  Classes are carefully structured to explain and practice the intricacies of traditional watercolor technique.

Watercolor Workshop
Saturday, November 10, 2018

Botanical Illustration with artist, Vanda Lavar, in the Victorian manner.  Time: 10:30 to 3 with a 1/2 hour break for lunch at noon.  Place: Patris Studio Gallery, 3460 2nd Ave, Sacramento, 95817.  Cost: $115.  Supply Fee: $35 includes 5 specialized Botanical brushes.  To register please email: fineartsinthepines@gmail.com or call: 415-939-8604.

Hot Coffee Table Book

Order your limited edition of this museum quality book by Frank Webb, AWS-DF, NWS.  120 pages, 11"x11"; hard cover with dust jacket; Smyth sewn binding allows book to lay flat.  Printed on 100% rag paper.  "The publication of this magnificent book by a most inspiring and beloved master, is a precious gift to the art of watercolor". -- Cheng-Khee Chee

Judy Mudd - Exploring Artistic Vision in Watercolor (North Port, FL)
January 11-13, 2019

Have fun while you learn to create watercolor paintings with a variety of moods and atmospheres!  Judy guides you in creating the vision, color choices, composition and painting techniques.  Her relaxed, step-by-step teaching approach helps beginners to advanced students further develop their skills.  Each day will include discussion, demonstrations, and individual student attention.  Classes are relaxed and informal so come and let's have fun!

Creative Exploration in Provence
May 7-14 and May 16-23, 2019

Join us in a Provençal villa where you think about being creative and we take care of the rest.  Be inspired by peaceful surroundings while simultaneously feeling supported by professional artist E. Colin Williams ARCA (and best-selling author Nikki Tate).  We make it easy for you to paint, draw, write, think, explore, and relax - all you need to fuel the next stage of your artistic process.

Art Adventure in Mexico
Offered monthly all year around

Fun creative way of learning and practicing urban sketching and studio painting in the Heart of Mexico, San Miguel de Allende a UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage jewel.  Understand the difference between drawing and sketching, learn about color and composition.  Absorb the details and hidden corners of this Colonial gem through the eye and perspective of an artist.  All levels of artistic experience are welcomed.