Starting on Sunday, July 17, let's spend time doing something we love: painting.
Join me for a hands-on, exclusive two-week workshop in making modern art. This is perfect for the absolute beginner as well as experienced artists who want to loosen up their style and allow inspiration to flow.
I will cover all the details you need to get started:
- Canvas and grounds, paints
- types of brushes
- the master artists who inspire us, Klee and Miro’
- how to paint small (optional) and more.
This workshop is designed to be an enjoyable challenge. Students can be enrolled in either my Miro’ or Klee course. I will refer to one painting by Miro’ throughout as a guide, but you can choose Klee or another reference artist for your inspiration. You'll get the guidance you need step-by-step, to help you stay on course. But I will encourage you to use your imagination and paint to your heart's content.
I’ll contact you with a daily email prompt, encouraging you to stay on track with the workshop deadlines and goals. In the end, you’ll choose subject matter and colors that appeal to you to complete your final project.
WHAT YOU GET
Guided Experience: I will personally guide you through this workshop to help you learn how to become a modern art master.
Feedback: Each of you will receive personalized 1-on-1 feedback from me throughout the process.
Supportive Experiential Environment: We will experience it together and support one another along the way!
The fun part: PRIZES
The workshop features 3 giveaways for participants who show us their hard work by posting projects.
One student who does an excellent job on his or her project will receive the book 20 Ways to Draw a Star and 44 Other Far-Out Wonders from the Sky and Galaxy, by Salli Swindell and Nate Padavick.
Salli and Nate are the brother and sister artist team behind They Draw and Cook and They Draw and Travel. This star-themed book seemed a fitting tribute to Miro’ and Klee, who both used the galaxy as inspiration.
A second student who makes strong contributions to the workshop will receive an XL t-shirt designed by Sophie Roach, an amazing and talented contemporary artist living in Austin, TX, USA.
A third student will win a 4” x 4” ceramic tile, painted with a modern image of Frida Kahlo. This lovely tile was painted by Heather Galler.
HOW IT WORKS
- Join the workshop today to claim your spot.
- Make sure you’re enrolled in one of these classes: Abstract Elements: Miro’ or Abstract Elements: Klee.
- Begin watching the video lessons to learn the skills you need to complete the project.
- Check your inbox! You will receive a daily email outlining which project step to complete next.
- Share your project phases in the class project gallery (or use the tab above -- your project will display here within this workshop and in the class project page, also) according to the workshop timeline below.
- Keep an eye out for feedback and be sure to provide support and encouragement to your classmates, as well. The best learning experience on Skillshare is collaborative!
- Have questions? Ask away in the Discussion section here (tab at the top of this page).
- Upload your finished project to the project gallery by Saturday, July 30, at midnight EST to successfully complete the workshop.
- I'll announce winners on Sunday, July 31.
Note: If at any time, you fall behind on a step, don't worry! You can catch up easily. As long as you complete your project by the due date of Saturday, July 30, you will qualify for the giveaways.
TIMELINE
July 17 - 21:
- Watch: Video Lessons 1 - 2
- Step 1: Start your project in the gallery and share the general idea you will pursue.
- Step 1 Due: Thursday, July 21
July 22 - 26:
- Watch: Video Lessons 3 - 4
- Step 2: Share your project progress to get feedback on your color choices, general layout, and reference material
- Step 2 Due: Tuesday, July 26
July 27 - 30:
- Watch: Video Lessons 5 (for Klee class)
- Complete: another mini painting (or 2 or more), if desired.
- Final Project Step: Submit your project with final touches. If you decide to use extra textures (oil pastels, for instance), please post photos of this last step. Miro' students are welcome to add texture, too.
- Total Project Due: Saturday, July 30 by midnight EST
Project giveaway winners announced on Sunday, July 31!
Starting on Sunday, July 17, let's spend time doing something we love: painting.
Join me for a hands-on, exclusive two-week workshop in making modern art. This is perfect for the absolute beginner as well as experienced artists who want to loosen up their style and allow inspiration to flow.
I will cover all the details you need to get started:
- Canvas and grounds, paints
- types of brushes
- the master artists who inspire us, Klee and Miro’
- how to paint small (optional) and more.
This workshop is designed to be an enjoyable challenge. Students can be enrolled in either my Miro’ or Klee course. I will refer to one painting by Miro’ throughout as a guide, but you can choose Klee or another reference artist for your inspiration. You'll get the guidance you need step-by-step, to help you stay on course. But I will encourage you to use your imagination and paint to your heart's content.
I’ll contact you with a daily email prompt, encouraging you to stay on track with the workshop deadlines and goals. In the end, you’ll choose subject matter and colors that appeal to you to complete your final project.
WHAT YOU GET
Guided Experience: I will personally guide you through this workshop to help you learn how to become a modern art master.
Feedback: Each of you will receive personalized 1-on-1 feedback from me throughout the process.
Supportive Experiential Environment: We will experience it together and support one another along the way!
The fun part: PRIZES
The workshop features 3 giveaways for participants who show us their hard work by posting projects.
One student who does an excellent job on his or her project will receive the book 20 Ways to Draw a Star and 44 Other Far-Out Wonders from the Sky and Galaxy, by Salli Swindell and Nate Padavick.
Salli and Nate are the brother and sister artist team behind They Draw and Cook and They Draw and Travel. This star-themed book seemed a fitting tribute to Miro’ and Klee, who both used the galaxy as inspiration.
A second student who makes strong contributions to the workshop will receive an XL t-shirt designed by Sophie Roach, an amazing and talented contemporary artist living in Austin, TX, USA.
A third student will win a 4” x 4” ceramic tile, painted with a modern image of Frida Kahlo. This lovely tile was painted by Heather Galler.
HOW IT WORKS
- Join the workshop today to claim your spot.
- Make sure you’re enrolled in one of these classes: Abstract Elements: Miro’ or Abstract Elements: Klee.
- Begin watching the video lessons to learn the skills you need to complete the project.
- Check your inbox! You will receive a daily email outlining which project step to complete next.
- Share your project phases in the class project gallery (or use the tab above -- your project will display here within this workshop and in the class project page, also) according to the workshop timeline below.
- Keep an eye out for feedback and be sure to provide support and encouragement to your classmates, as well. The best learning experience on Skillshare is collaborative!
- Have questions? Ask away in the Discussion section here (tab at the top of this page).
- Upload your finished project to the project gallery by Saturday, July 30, at midnight EST to successfully complete the workshop.
- I'll announce winners on Sunday, July 31.
Note: If at any time, you fall behind on a step, don't worry! You can catch up easily. As long as you complete your project by the due date of Saturday, July 30, you will qualify for the giveaways.
TIMELINE
July 17 - 21:
- Watch: Video Lessons 1 - 2
- Step 1: Start your project in the gallery and share the general idea you will pursue.
- Step 1 Due: Thursday, July 21
July 22 - 26:
- Watch: Video Lessons 3 - 4
- Step 2: Share your project progress to get feedback on your color choices, general layout, and reference material
- Step 2 Due: Tuesday, July 26
July 27 - 30:
- Watch: Video Lessons 5 (for Klee class)
- Complete: another mini painting (or 2 or more), if desired.
- Final Project Step: Submit your project with final touches. If you decide to use extra textures (oil pastels, for instance), please post photos of this last step. Miro' students are welcome to add texture, too.
- Total Project Due: Saturday, July 30 by midnight EST
Project giveaway winners announced on Sunday, July 31!
