"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.

"Colored Pencil: Vivid and Versatile" (Donaldson, IN)
October 1-3, 2018

Explore colored pencil potential- both traditional (non-watercolor) and watercolor pencils.  Kristy Kutch, author of Drawing and Painting with Colored Pencil and The New Colored Pencil, is also featured in four instructional DVDs.  She brings a wealth of experience and a friendly, supportive attitude that bolsters everyone- beginner to veteran.  This workshop will be limited to a maximum of 12.  Daily lunches are included.

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

Your Creative Connection - Haw River 2018 (Brown Summit, NC)
October 11-15, 2018

Join us in the foothills of NC for an all-inclusive, mixed media art experience.  Students will enjoy 3 Days, 3 Artists, 1 Surface and a Show! exploring multiple techniques using a variety of mediums.  Established by artists Penny L. Arrowood and Michelle Davis Petelinz, Your Creative Connection is a unique mixed media retreat designed for women by women: memorable events to inspire creative discoveries.

"Exploring Colored Pencil Potential" (Springfield, OR)
November 8-10, 2018

Expand upon the "pointed potential" of colored pencil!  Kristy Kutch, author of Drawing and Painting with Colored Pencil, The New Colored Pencil, and the artist in 4 instructional DVDs, has taught over 200 colored pencil workshops.  She provides an informative, supportive, and enjoyable atmosphere.  There will be demonstrations, individual attention, many materials to sample, and a generous cache of take-home supplies for each student.

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.