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June Workshops at The Art League

Best Practices in PaintingGeorge O’Hanlon Tatiana ZaytsevaNatural Pigments, a specialty artist materials company, spent years developing this technical workshop to teach skills that are not taught in art school and universities: a thorough understanding of artists’ materials and tools, what they are designed to do, when to choose them and how to provide considerable longevity to one’s finished work. This information-packed workshop includes all aspects of constructing a painting from the support and ground to the final layers. The practical procedures to build an oil painting, based on conservation research during the past century, are clearly explained and demonstrated. This workshop is designed for painters of all mediums, but special emphasis is given to oil painting. $450 June 12–14, 2017 (Mon – Wed) 9:00am–5:00pm

Painting in Danni’s Living Room or Rose GardenDanni DawsonParticipants paint exquisite flower scenes in Danni’s beautiful rose garden or paint from interesting still lifes arranged in her home. Painters with previous experience savor the rich colors and delicate shapes of nature in full bloom, or delight in the variety of subject matter present in still lifes. A gourmet lunch is provided each day. The workshop is located offsite in Arlington, and participants are responsible for transportation.$450 June 5–9, 2017 (Mon– Fri) 10:00am–4:00pm

Visiting ArtistWell Rounded PotsBirdie BooneBirdie demonstrates her technical approach to handbuilding utilitarian forms: constructing with thin slabs, using drape and press molds, shaping with soft ribs, joining soft to firm clay, and creating a compelling surface. Reflecting on the power of gesture and metaphor, discussion explores correlations between tangible (physical) and intangible (emotional) elements. The workshop also examines technical choices about clay body, forming method, surface treatment and firing method. $5 June 9, 2017 (Fri Potluck/Slide Show) 7:00pm-9:00pm OR

$180 June 9, 2017 (Fri Potluck/Slide Show) 7:00pm-9:00pm &

June 10 & 11, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am-4:00pm

Blacksmithing for SilversmithsMichael BrehlLearn to make your own tools! Mushroom, blowhorn, anticlastic, and raising stakes can be made, as well as chasing tools and a stonesetting jig. If participants complete one blowhorn stake and one mushroom stake, the class pays for itself! Cutting, forming, welding, grinding, sanding, and polishing techniques are demonstrated. Prior jewelry or silversmithing experience is required. Welders, grinders, and other large power tools are used. This workshop is physically demanding and also requires reasonably good eyesight and depth perception. A materials fee is payable to the instructor (around $70, depending on the material used). Registered students should contact the instructor at least one week prior to class to discuss individual material needs.$195 June 10 & 11, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

Plein Air Painting on Virginia’s Eastern ShoreMike Francis Join Mike Francis for plein air painting in Wachapreague, a small town on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. Hosted by Current Reflections Fine Arts Gallery, students have access to sites featuring wetlands and marshes, fishing boats, Victorian houses, and dramatic skies. Schedules and weather permitting, excursions to a vineyard and unspoiled barrier islands provide additional views. Instruction includes demos, critiques, and discussion of techniques and materials. All media are welcome, however participants should have prior experience in their chosen media. Please see www.theartleague.org, or call (703) 683-2323 for more details.$230 June 24–25, 2017 (Saturday–Sunday)

$540 June 24–28, 2017 ( S a t u r d a y – W e d n e s d a y )

Sketchbook WorkshopAvis FlemingIncrease your enjoyment of travel, nature, and outdoor activity by keeping a sketchbook. Basic drawing techniques in pen, pencil, and watercolor are adapted for speed and smaller scale, and consideration is given to developing sketches into finished work.$180 June 10 & 11, 2017 (Old Town) 11:00am–4:00pm O R

$230 June 10 & 11, 2017 (Old Town) 11:00am–4:00pm & June 12, 2017 (National Zoo) 11:00am–4:00pm

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Birdie Boone

office: 105 North Union Streetannex: 808 North Fairfax StreetAlexandria, VA 22314www.theartleague.orgschool@theartleague.org703-683-2323

Dyeing: Natural Color KitchenSylvia DeMarStudents explore the use of natural dyes, beginning with the extraction of dye colors from raw materials like tree bark, roots, or leaves. This class covers dyeing both plant and animal fibers, emphasizing dye room safety. Participants take home samples dyed in class. A $25 materials fee is payable to the instructor.$170 June 10 & 11, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–3:00pm

Fast Figure PaintingKurt SchwarzWorking from 15-minute to half-hour poses, students begin to develop a quick and masterful paint-handling technique for capturing the figure. Focus is placed on dark shapes, essential planes and masses, as well as color and value. Model fees are extra.$195 June 10 & 11, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

The Figure in CharcoalTeresa OaxacaAddressing the complexity of drawing the human figure, this workshop covers a method in which contours may be simplified into a straight-line approach, beginning from a general block and then carving out the forms with shadow and shading techniques. Students work from the model and receive regular critiques and individualized instruction. Model fees are extra.$195 June 10 & 11, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

Architectural Photography at the HirshhornAndargé AsfawLearn the elements of good architectural photography including perspective, scale, lighting, and composition, as well as technical aspects such as camera formats, lenses, filters, and lighting. On day one, students meet on location as the instructor works alongside the students, teaching through demonstration and lecture. A critique of the students’ work followed by demonstration of editing features in Photoshop occurs in the classroom on day two. Both film and digital cameras are welcome. $175 June 10 & 11, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

Intensive MonotypeHarriet Lawler / Pamela DayStudents delve into the fascinating monotype process in an intensive workshop. A new inking technique with water and oil-based inks is explored each morning and afternoon . A $40 lab fee payable to instructor covers all supplies except paper and paper towels. Limited to ten students. For beginners/intermediates.$380 June 12–16, 2017 (Mon–Fri) 10:00am–3:00pm

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Pam Day

Andargé Asfaw

Jumpstart in CeramicsBlair MeerfeldHave you always wanted to try pottery? In this one-day event, participants explore the creativity and diversity of clay in a fun, relaxed environment. Supplies are included.$50 June 17, 2017 (Saturday) 10:00am–12:30pm

Classical Mosaic with Smalti GlassAnita Bucsay DamronStudents create a small classic mosaic in a mortar setting. Using authentic smalti glass from Italy, Mexico, and China, participants learn to cut smalti properly and try their hands at the hammer and hardie, the traditional method of cutting mosaic tesserae. Instruction covers how the glass is made and used. A $50 materials fee is payable to the instructor.$70 June 17, 2017 (Saturday) 12:00pm–6:00pm

All LevelsJumpstart in Wood EngravingRosemary Feit CoveyWood engraving allows the printmaker to create detailed images and prints without a press. This workshop is appropriate for the beginner with no art experience and also the more accomplished artist. Engraving surfaces include resingrave, maple, and boxwood. All levels, ages 14 to adult are welcome.$195 June 17 & 18, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

Patching, Stitching, & Weaving: Healing ClothJulie BoothPatching, stitching, appliquéing, darning, and needle weaving are all methods to mend or “heal” fabric. Students gather inspiration from mending and stitching traditions of other cultures including Japanese Boro, Indian Kantha, and the molas of the San Blas Islands. Students may bring recycled or repurposed cloth, and/or cloth with personal significance. A supply list is available in the School store. A $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor. $185 June 17 & 18, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

The New Silver: Precious Metal ClayPaula CoupeParticipants make fine silver jewelry with ease and speed using a different approach from conventional methods. PMC is a compound of fine silver particles mixed into an organic binder that can be rolled, shaped, and textured with amazing detail. Students learn about the various types and forms of PMC and try the basic techniques for creating and finishing jewelry. Metal clay and a $15 tool kit may be purchased from the instructor.$195 June 17 & 18, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

Portrait SculptureCharles FlickingerWorkshop participants focus on the anatomy of the head and capturing likeness, personality, and mood in terra cotta. Students sculpt from a single pose in this two day intensive workshop. Visualizing 3-D form and choosing tools are addressed. Clay is included. Model and firing fees are extra.$200 June 17 & 18, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

Dynamic Sculptures & InstallationsJohn KauffmanLearn how artists create interactive installations and kinetic sculptures. This workshop teaches how to incorporate motion, light, and sound into your work with a simple, inexpensive device called a microcontroller. Without any prior knowledge of electronics or programming, participants learn to achieve interactive pieces that respond to environmental changes. Students bring a laptop and, prior to the workshop, directly order a kit of parts ($80). Parts are reusable and students can continue to experiment in the future with no further investment in tools.$180 June 17 & 18, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 9:00am–4:00pm

Drawing the Human HeadRick WeaverThis workshop is a two-day summary of the academic drawing principles an artist must understand to give an effective rendering of the human head. Starting with the mechanics of neck and head movement, participants progress to a comprehensive look at proportion, ball and plane simplification of the head, straight-line simplification, skeletal and muscular anatomy, and structural analysis of the features, volume as planes, and light and shade. All work is from a live model. Model fees are extra.$195 June 17 & 18, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

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Rosemary Feit Covey

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office: 105 North Union Streetannex: 808 North Fairfax StreetAlexandria, VA 22314www.theartleague.orgschool@theartleague.org703-683-2323

Basic Drawing IntensivePriscilla TreacyLearn to translate the 3-D world into a 2-D drawing! Train in basic drawing techniques including: light and shadow, line quality, positive/negative space, composition, perspective, and proportion. Through a series of demonstrations and exercises based on still life, students learn to create visually interesting drawings while acquiring a sound understanding of materials and the methods that lead to success. No prior experience is necessary.$195 June 17 & 18, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

Basic Matting, Mounts, and FramingStephen CollinsLearn the fundamentals of matting, mounting, and framing with an emphasis on conservation. Students grasp design, preservation techniques, tools, and the mathematics of framing as well as practice hands on mat cutting, paper mounting techniques, and pre-cut frame assembly. Constructed mounts for textile projects are demonstrated. Excellent for artists, collectors, or art enthusiasts. A $25 materals fee covering some supplies and use of tools is payable to the instructor.$175 June 17 & 18, 2017 (Sat–Sun) 10:00am–4:00pm

Making Space—Perspective In WatercolorGwen BraggPaintings take on new life and dimension as students work from objects, photographs, and outdoor locations in Old Town. Each day has a particular focus on linear and aerial perspective and creating the illusion of depth. $195 June 19 & 20, 2017 (Mon–Tues) 10:00am–4:00pm

Working with the Abstract FigureMarsha StaigerAbstraction employs the same formal principles that great representational painting does: line, form, value, movement, composition, and color. Students learn to utilize ultra simplification, expressive brushwork, spatial flattening, and saturated color. These modes work alone or in combination to move a work toward abstraction. A model fee is payable to the instructor.

$360 December 5–8, 2016 (Mon–Thurs) 10:00am–4:00pm

Jumpstart in WatercolorRachel CollinsThis intensive workshop gives students a chance to explore the many possibilities of the medium. It serves as a basic introduction to watercolor, a refresher for someone who hasn’t painted for a while, and a preparation for students looking to pursue a longer study of the medium. No previous watercolor experience is required, although very basic drawing skills are helpful.

$195 June 21 & 22, 2017 (Wed–Thurs) 10:00am–4:00pm

Gwen Bragg