Al Gury, Professor of Painting and Drawing at PAFA, and noted author of Alla Prima, Color for Painters, and Foundations of Drawing, presents the foundational basics of art making with a goal of imparting a solid and practical understanding of essential topics and practices. Topics will include the materials of drawing and painting, drawing shapes, measuring, forms, perspective, depth, use of line, understanding light and shade, and composition. Exercises will include the basics of charcoal and pencil drawing, use of pastel, color concepts, and how oil paints work. Subjects will include still lifes, interior spaces, portraits, and life drawing through the use of masterworks. Weekly Zoom meetings provide opportunities for Q&A, art history discussion and references, and illustrations of key concepts.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Al Gury
Cost: $395
Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Website, email, 215-972-7632

An in-depth approach to understanding and using composition by Al Gury, Professor of Painting and Drawing at PAFA, and noted author of Alla Prima, Color for Painters, and Foundations of Drawing. This class presents practical skills and strategies for making strong compositions. Composition, the arrangement of images, shapes, forms, colors, values to form visual balance and strength within the pictorial frame of an artwork, will be explored through projects using still life, interiors, portraits, and landscapes. Each class will contain explanations of the visual compositional strategies in both historic and contemporary art, and extensive tactics for problem-solving and solutions, as well as a weekly assignment and critique of personal work. All media and levels of experience are welcome.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Al Gury
Cost: $295
Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Website, email, 215-972-7632

Paint from home in this live-online class with watercolorist Judy Mudd as she guides you through painting a floral still life. The class begins with a review of the photo, cropping, and changes made for the composition and design, then moves into brush techniques, color mixing, and more. Judy then guides you through the step-by-step painting process to create glow, color temperature changes for a dimensional look, and more. Paint with the instructor or watch and paint later with the session video. A reference photo and drawing guide are available to download, along with the session recording to keep and review after the workshop.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Judy Mudd
Cost: $75
Website, email, 502-550-1827

This online watercolor workshop will teach you how to paint transparent glass. Students will learn methods to “see” the abstract shapes and patterns that make up reflections in glass to accurately paint the subject. Students will work along with Lorraine as she walks you through the steps of a glass still-life. Learn and use techniques like masking, softening edges, layering, hard and soft edges, and more. Lorraine will demonstrate steps in the process and share lots of tips and tricks along the way. Video recording of the workshop is provided to the students.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Lorraine Watry
Cost: $150.00
Website, email, 719-291-2748

Join Alex Kelly for an immersive two-day exploration of alla prima painting, focusing on the timeless beauty of roses. Alla prima, originating from the Italian phrase "at first attempt," emphasizes creating a painting in a single session while the paint is still wet. We'll delve into the opportunities and challenges of working 'wet-into-wet.' This workshop offers an exciting opportunity to enhance your painting skills and refine your perception. It's a process that fosters heightened sensitivity and sharp discernment, requiring a swift and direct response to the subject. You'll learn how to consider, interpret, and infuse spontaneity into your work, tackling visual challenges with the language of paint.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Alex Kelly
Cost: $195
Sponsor: Terracotta
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Step into a world of boundless creativity as Justin Wood, accomplished artist and mentor, guides you on an exhilarating journey through the art of still life painting. Throughout this immersive mentorship program, Justin will share the depth of his expertise, revealing the secrets behind crafting mesmerizing still life compositions that captivate the senses and ignite the imagination. Each session will be an artistic odyssey, commencing with Justin's guidance on the fundamental principles that underpin still life painting. Prepare to be inspired as he demystifies the artistic process, from the inception of a composition to the final touches that breathe life into your artwork.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Justin Wood
Cost: $695
Sponsor: Terracotta
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In this live workshop, renowned artist Carrie Waller will demonstrate her technique for painting light reflections inside glass. This workshop is a part of the Masters of Watercolor Explorer Program, which includes 4 live workshops each month, and 75+ hours of video courses from 20+ of the world's top watercolorists.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Carrie Waller
Cost: $79
Sponsor: Terracotta
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Watercolor artist Lana Privitera uses a step-by-step, layer-by-layer approach to build contrast in her paintings. In this live workshop you will learn about the importance of working with a wide range of values. You will see how Lana applies multiple glazes to create flawless transitions and luminous shadows. You will also get some important tips on composition and view angles, pigment choices, background possibilities and how to disguise imperfections in your washes.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Lana Privitera
Cost: $79
Sponsor: Terracotta
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Learn from the world's top watercolorists filmed in their studio and Plein-air on locations worldwide. Explore a range of techniques and weave dazzling new styles into your paintings through immersive video lessons, live workshops, and personal feedback. Engage with the artists live during weekly Zoom workshops. Instructors will take you behind the scenes as they create original works and answer your questions about their method and creative process. Hone your skills with thoughtfully designed projects and get feedback on your work from professional artists. Connect with a community of like-minded learners across all levels from around the world.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: 20+ top artists
Sponsor: Terracotta
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This course is for anyone that wants to learn about watercolor and how to paint in watercolor. Learn the history of watercolor and how to use the tools and techniques of watercolor to create stunning works of art. Watercolor is a very technique driven medium and I want to show you these techniques and how to use them so that your painting experience will be more successful and more enjoyable.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Laurin Mccracken
Sponsor: Terracotta
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Award winning watercolorist, Carol Carter has spent her career expressing her creativity through the inventive use of color. In this video course, Carol will demonstrate how you can push emotional content in your imagery and message. She’ll walk you through her set up, materials, palette, and techniques. She will cover: use of inventive color, control of water, compositional considerations, and value structure. The course was filmed in Carol’s studio in St. Louis Missouri. Included in the course are two complete painting demonstrations as well as additional tutorials of specific skills. Throughout the course, you’ll work on thoughtfully-designed exercises that help you hone your watercolor skills and projects that help you breathe life into your own paintings.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Carol Carter
Cost: $99
Sponsor: Terracotta
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Award-winning watercolorist, Angus McEwan has spent his career focusing on achieving the sense of texture in realistic watercolor paintings. In this course, you will explore some of the main techniques Angus uses in the creation of his paintings. They can be loosely described as object based, atmospheric and textural, although there are common elements within each painting video. Included in the course are three complete painting demonstrations filmed in studio as well as additional tutorials of specific skills. Throughout the course, you’ll work on thoughtfully-designed exercises that help you hone your watercolor skills and projects that help you breathe life into your own paintings.
 
Location: Web-delivered (Online)
Instructor: Angus McEwan
Sponsor: Terracotta
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