Join Anne Hebebrand for a two-day Cold Wax and Oil workshop, designed to coincide with a summer exhibition of cold wax artists at the Cynthia Winings Gallery in Blue Hill, Maine. This is a unique opportunity to explore the luminous, textural qualities of cold wax painting while experiencing an inspiring gallery setting. Learn cold wax techniques including layering, veiling, mark-making, and creating texture. Explore composition, contrast, color mixing, and editing strategies. Discussion of process, intention, demonstrations and plenty of studio time are all part of this two day dive into creativity. Whether you are new to cold wax or looking to deepen your practice, this workshop welcomes artists of all experience levels.
 
Location: Blue Hill, Maine
Instructor: Anne Hebebrand
Cost: $350
Sponsor: Anne Hebebrand
Website, email, 857-930-9849

This immersive watercolor workshop will begin in a comfortable studio setting, providing a relaxed environment to focus on essential watercolor techniques before transitioning to two consecutive days of painting en plein air in the beautiful surroundings of coastal Maine. Throughout the workshop, students will explore and develop skills such as: Fundamental strategies for identifying strong compositions; Using preliminary sketches to establish the focal point; Conveying the essence of a scene through a limited color palette; Employing a painterly approach to watercolor application; Bringing the painting to completion with effective use of dark values and expressive calligraphic marks.
 
Location: Milbridge, Maine
Instructor: Vladislav Yeliseyev
Cost: $650-$700
Sponsor: The Foggy Bee Retreat
Website, email, 941-330-6865

Philip Frey and Schoodic Institute are pleased to offer a plein air painting retreat designed specifically for dedicated landscape painters. This retreat will provide an opportunity for participants to hone their skills, gain deeper knowledge of materials, and develop confidence in their creative abilities. The retreat will be held in the picturesque landscapes of Acadia National Park and the Schoodic Peninsula. Each day will start early with an on-site painting session, followed by an early afternoon demonstration and critique. Participants will have ample time to engage in painting, explore the surrounding area, or relax at their leisure.
 
Location: Winter Harbor, Maine
Instructor: Philip Frey
Cost: Commuter - $1,175 / Residential - $1,740
Sponsor: Schoodic Institute
Website, email, 207-288-1310

Celebrate the fall season with a three-day immersive workshop focused on cold wax and oil painting. Whether you’re new to the medium or looking to deepen your practice, this workshop welcomes artists of all skill levels. With a balance of guided instruction and personal exploration, you’ll have the opportunity to grow at your own pace. We’ll dive into a variety of techniques including layering, working with contrast, veils of color, brayer and transfer techniques, mark-making, masking, stenciling, compression, and blotting. Discussions on composition, color theory, and editing will support you in creating stronger, more personal work. All levels welcome. Cost: $850 (includes all meals) $450 deposit due at registration
 
Location: Kittery, Maine
Instructor: Anne Hebebrand
Cost: $850
Sponsor: Anne Hebebrand
Website, email, 857-930-9849