2021 WORKSHOPS - Sunday 10am - 4pm
21 March Christian Holmes - “Portrait in Oils”
Christian Holmes is a talented young figurative artist based in Sydney. He has a keen interest in classical drawing and painting techniques with a focus on portraiture. In his work he strives to capture a likeness of his subject quickly which imbues the image with life and light. Christian is dedicated to the study of the techniques of old and new masters, attending numerous workshops and regular life drawing sessions. In this workshop you can choose to paint either the model from the photo Christian will bring, or alternatively you may choose to bring your own family member photographs (one in colour and the other black and white) – the photo would need to show significant tonal differences. The fee is $90. Please phone Gayl Finocchiaro (0409 321 588) or Luce Lopez (0419 496 621) to register your interest. |
2020 WORKSHOPS - Sunday 10am - 4pm
23 February Tricia Taylor "Pastel Portrait or Figures"
Master Pastellist Tricia Taylor is from Sydney and has had 20 years of experience with pastels. Her work is recognised for capturing light in her impressionistic style of realism. Although painting portraits and figures in pastel can be daunting Tricia will show simple methods of layering to achieve amazing colour control. She will focus on how to mix colour in pastel including skin colour and colours in warm light. The fee is $90. Phone Gayl Finocchiaro on 0409 321 588 to register your interest. |
9 August Catherine Harry "Australian landscape focusing on composition and colour, demonstrating the versatility of acrylics"
Catherine Harry (FRAS) is a Sydney based artist who studied at the National Art School in Sydney, UTS and the Julian Ashton Art School and has been exhibiting professionally for 30 years in commercial galleries and art exhibitions. She has won numerous awards and her works have been used in art publications and by government organisations. Her paintings are drawn from the visual experience of life on a sensory and emotional level. Catherine describes her own artistic style as oscillating between figurative and abstraction and her work subscribes to this notion. The fee is $90. Phone Gayl Finocchiaro on 0409 321 588 to register your interest. |
25 October Richard Chao "Watercolour Landscape for all skill levels"
Richard Chao is a most exciting world-renowned watercolourist living in Sydney. He depicts his interpretation on the human world as he tries out the possibilities of watercolour as a medium with huge size realistic paintings. His landscapes and portrait subjects are from every corner of the world. In recent times he has been the winner or finalist in over 40 prizes and his art works have been exhibited in 5 continents. His paintings are collected by museums, galleries and private collectors. Richard travels around the world to international art exhibitions and art festivals. Fee is $90. Contact Gayl Finocchiaro on 0409 321 588 or gayl.fino.art@outlook.com to secure your place as there are strictly limited numbers. |