In this course, children discover new mediums and ideas in art. They begin to identify differences in art such as distinguishing between bright and light, as well as dull and dark colors, find basic shapes...
This class will open comic books to the world of superheroes and video game characters. Students will learn about the influences of Japan and explore both Manga (Anime) and Pokemon. Classes will touch...
Join acclaimed plein air artists Josh Clare & Bryan Mark Taylor for an immersive, all-inclusive (minus airfare) painting retreat in Provence, near the Côte d’Azur. Set at a charming historic moulin...
Learn to draw funny faces and silly scenes incorporating the tips and tricks of cartooning, including the use of exaggeration to make characters come to life and tell a story. Campers work from well-known...
Students study composition, perspective and shading as they gain exposure to a variety of mediums including graduated pencils, charcoal, pastels, watercolor and acrylic paints. Drawing from still life...
Come have fun while learning a variety of drawing and painting techniques. Learn the how to draw realistic and imaginary faces and animals and how to use perspective in creating landscapes and cityscapes....
In this course, children discover new mediums and ideas in art. They begin to identify differences in art such as distinguishing between bright and light, as well as dull and dark colors, find basic shapes...
A thought-provoking and inspirational art workshop open to artists of all levels and media (oils, acrylics, watercolors, etc.). Nine full days of plein air painting, art history/theory lectures, touring,...
This drawing demonstration will include the practical principles of seeing & drawing the overall visual impression, relational drawing, rendering ‘lost and found’ edges, and composing in visual order....
In this hands-on class, students will dive into the exciting world of graphic novels and character design. Over the course of the program, teens will learn how to develop original characters, build engaging...
Students will learn to draw funny faces and silly scenes by incorporating the tips and tricks of cartooning. They will learn to include the use of exaggeration to make characters come to life and tell...
A concertina sketchbook is the perfect way to make an artistic memory of a place you’ve been. Creative lettering and colourful watercolour sketches result in a collection of vibrant memories that will...
This course is designed for beginners who want to explore drawing and painting, as well as for more experienced students looking to enhance their college portfolio. Gain confidence experimenting with a...
Ever wonder why some paintings look better than others or why some sculptures feel more alive? It's probably the design or composition underlying the final piece we see. For beginners this class will introduce...
Come and learn how to draw and paint realistic animals as well as your favorite characters from Pixar, Disney and Dreamworks movies. Explore drawing and painting using many different mediums and techniques....
Late September is the year's most generous moment for the sketchbook artist. Leaves are at the height of their color, seed heads are heavy and ripe, berries glow against darkening stems, and the first...
Working from cast studies and life models, this class emphasizes the rhythm, form and structure of the human figure, with attention placed on introductory anatomy. Students encouraged to explore a variety...
Writing can be both an inherited and an acquired skill, as is illustrating. With daily explorations through the heel of Italy, you will encounter antiquities, incredible nature, history and cultures from...
Learn how to draw almost anything by learning how to really look! Using simple shapes and lines, young artists can learn how to create amazing drawings step-by-step. We will have fun using pencils, markers,...
Using inexpensive materials, this hands-on workshop will introduce the concepts and methods needed to create a strong sense of dimension and likeness in your portrait drawings. Explore the proportions...
The convincing depiction of form in three-dimensional space is one of the great conceptual breakthroughs in Western art. This class will begin by drawing items from still life on toned paper. How do you...
Animal artists and lovers alike will enjoy this in-depth introduction to animal drawing. Explore the unique gestures, proportions, and anatomy of domestic and wild creatures for your realistic and illustrative...
This four-week introductory drawing course provides a foundation in observational drawing through the development of essential technical and perceptual skills. Students will learn to draw from direct observation...
A class for those who have some comfort with drawing, but want to further their skills in accuracy and shading. Over 12 weeks, we will be borrowing elements of the rigorous classical training programs...
This 6-week course is for beginners who want to explore drawing, and for more experienced artists who want to improve their artistic skills. Using still-life compositions, students will learn about form,...
The natural world is an infinite and fantastic source of inspiration for the artist, and the versatility and luminosity of watercolor make it the perfect technique for recording nature in a fresh and fun...
Understanding the principles of one- and two-point perspective is essential to drawing and painting convincing forms in space. Master the fundamentals of this geometric system that was developed during...
Strong paintings begin with strong drawing, and this dynamic half-day workshop with Allison Luce is designed to help painters build exactly that foundation. Whether you work in watercolor, acrylic, oil,...
Explore new techniques and further develop your personal style along with fellow artists and friends in Wayne Art Center's bright and spacious art studios. This professional-style open studio offers a...
The convincing depiction of form in three-dimensional space is one of the great conceptual breakthroughs in Western art. We will begin by drawing the figure on toned paper. Our drawing tools will be charcoal...
Step into the enchanting world of fantasy art and discover how to create illustrations that tell powerful visual stories! In this immersive workshop, instructor Samantha Dwornikoski will guide you through...
If you’ve never drawn before, or your skills are a little rusty, then this class is for you. Learn to draw what you see with confidence. Work from still life arrangements, selections from PAFA’s casts...
This 12-week course is for beginners who want to explore life drawing and oil painting, and for more experienced artists who want to improve their artistic skills. Using still-life compositions, students...
Led by master artist Michael Doyle, students consider the composition of a figure within an interior setting. Students may elect to draw or paint, using a variety of materials.
PAFA’s breathtaking Cast Hall is a unique resource that offers enrolled students the opportunity to work from copies of Greco-Roman and Renaissance sculpture, including the Winged Victory, the Venus de...
Designed for artists ready to challenge themselves and take their work to the next level, this class is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of the artist's own creative process and sensibility. A variety...
Don’t fall for the fallacy that you have to have “talent” to draw! Drawing is a skill like any other. You start and make a lot of mistakes, and with time and practice, you get better. We’ll begin at the...
Join master watercolorists Joseph Zbukvic and Lisa Wang for an immersive, all-inclusive (minus airfare) nine-day artistic retreat near the Côte d'Azur. Set on a picturesque vineyard estate minutes...
Enjoy the expressive possibilities, portability, and vibrant color of traditional watercolor, watercolor pencils, or watercolor markers for open air landscape drawing and painting! Work with either drawing...
Join Cindy Briggs and Theresa Goesling for their workshop at the stunning Salinara Art Farm in Sicily. Discover an endless variety of restaurants and cafés, blue skies and beautiful nature, joyful...
Painting the human form from observation is one of the cornerstones of PAFA's long tradition of rigorous instruction. Working from the nude model in poses of varying lengths, investigate color mixing,...
Please note that this class will utilize a nude model. Also note that participants must be 18 years or older to take this class. The workshop uses a live model to demonstrate the proportions, structure,...
Drawing is the foundational skill for all other forms of visual art. Through the observation and interpretation of the natural world the artist gains understanding of form and discovers effective ways...
Unleash your creativity in a fun, relaxed studio setting where you can paint your way! Choose your favorite medium—oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, or colored pencil—and dive into new projects...
Develop your ability to render the human form through the time-honored combination of anatomical study and life drawing. Learn the methods and technical skills of traditional figure drawing, such as measuring,...
Work independently in the drawing medium of your choice! This monitored studio is designed to give students the opportunity to work from live nude models without instruction, allowing you time to explore...
The ability to depict objects in space is essential to representational drawing, and understanding these principles is fundamental to manipulating them for expressive and abstract effects. Gain a firm...
This drawing class focuses on the invention of images based on imagination rather than copying physical objects through observational techniques. Explore the formation of images based on ideas, mark-making,...
Level: Beginner/No prior experience necessary. Experience the incredibly empowering world of mindful creativity, where you can playfully explore color and composition through collage, paint, and pens,...
To achieve a strong foundation in any medium, one must first learn the basics of drawing - line, form value and composition. Through a series of fun and challenging exercises, the student will become familiar...
A live online art class that offers a unique blend of painting, art history/theory, philosophy, weekly assessments, and engaging peer discussions. This four-session course consists of three-hour sessions...
With boundless skill, creativity and a plethora of ideas, Phyllis leads this all-inclusive collage workshop with enthusiasm to discover/create/enrich your artistic skills. Lecce's Lo Spazio d'Arte...
Using Prism Colored Pencils, students will draw and color images on Bristol Paper (11x14). Class is an introduction to illustrated art, as well as a preliminary exercise before advancing to paints. Students...
Award-winning watercolorist Marc Folly leads an immersive 9-day workshop in the scenic Languedoc region of Southwestern France. With his masterful control of light, color, and unconventional subjects—from...
A painting vacation like no other! Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring grandeur of the French Alps on this unforgettable 8-day painting retreat taught by renowned artist Judy Salleh. Capture the golden...
Unleash your creativity in a fun, relaxed studio setting where you can paint your way! Choose your favorite medium—oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, or colored pencil—and dive into new projects...
This is a feel-good, soul-nourishing creative retreat designed to remind you how fun making art can be. It’s about experimenting, getting a little messy, trying new things, and letting joy lead the way....
Students will work on four different studies of fruits using Prism Colored Pencils. Learning by example, the students will complete four drawings by blending colors, shading and following reflection of...
If you’ve never drawn before, or your skills are a little rusty, then this class is for you. Learn to draw what you see with confidence. Work from still life arrangements, interior spaces, and the human...
Unleash your imagination in this playful one-day workshop where mythology meets nature! Instructor Samantha Dwornikoski will guide you through the art of fantasy illustration as you mix and match an exciting...
Join our group of expressive artists for this full day of creativity in beautiful wine-country Niagara-on-the-Lake. This workshop will focus on some basic fundamentals, exploring composition, colour with...
Join Samantha Dion Baker for a fun week exploring the joys of sketching and watercolour. Create your own original artwork and discover a beautiful area of South West France. This workshop at Atelier Clos...
Dive into the world of sea turtles and discover the joy of drawing these magnificent ocean wanderers! Join longtime favorite instructor Joyce Nagel for a half-day workshop where you'll learn to capture...
Join Róisín Curé for a fun week exploring the joys of sketching in ink and watercolour. Each day we’ll be out and about, choosing small scenes in which you can capture a beautiful vignette of the area,...
Unleash your creativity in a fun, relaxed studio setting where you can paint your way! Choose your favorite medium—oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, or colored pencil—and dive into new projects...
Imagine a place where every village looks hand-painted, every vineyard rolls like a brushstroke across the hills, and every street corner whispers tales from centuries past. Welcome to Alsace - a jewel...
Watch and learn as Jana demonstrates methods for seeing and drawing shapes, shadows, proportions, composition, and design in ways that make drawing enjoyable, relaxing, efficient, and realistic. These...
Join botanical artist and experienced tutor, Mary Dillon, for an immersive botanical art retreat where you’ll explore the beauty of summer blooms and refine your artistic skills in a serene, stunning setting....
Discover Ireland Through Art with Hugh O’Neill. Join us for an unforgettable creative journey in Ireland, where painting, culture, and breathtaking scenery come together. This small-group art tour offers:...
This workshop will introduce students to the fundamental principles of design and composition. Using simple materials and guided exercises, students will learn how to organize visual elements to create...
Paint from a life model in a multi-week-pose format to develop and refine your figure painting compositions. Extended poses will allow students to adjust and resolve issues of surface, color, and composition....
Improve your drawing and painting skills of the figure and portrait through exploration of figure anatomy and structure. Weekly Zoom presentations by the instructor will include Q&A concerning students...
The portrait can extend beyond the head and shoulders as a depiction of the likeness, mood, or character of the individual subject. Learn to capture the fascinating possibilities of the half-length portrait,...
The simple pencil is an economical medium readily accessible to students at all levels, including beginners. It can produce drawings that range from poetic delicacy to energetic and bold expressiveness....
Develop your ability to render the human form through the time-honored combination of anatomical study and life drawing. Learn the methods and technical skills of traditional figure drawing, such as measuring,...
Award-winning figurative artist Ruth Fitton leads an inspiring workshop on Scotland’s rugged east coast. Immerse yourself in an all-inclusive (minus airfare) painting retreat designed to deepen your representational...
This six-week on-campus studio-rental program is designed for experienced visual artists who desire constructive feedback on their artwork, as well as the support and interaction of an artistic community....
We’ve chartered the entire ship! So, excluding the friendly crew and staff, just about every passenger will be a fellow sketcher! Your three master workshop instructors are: Brenda Swenson, Shari Blaukopf...
We’ve chartered the entire ship! So, excluding the friendly crew and staff, just about every passenger will be a fellow sketcher! Your three master workshop instructors are: Brenda Swenson, Shari Blaukopf...
The Light of the Netherlands – Zwolle & Overijssel Art Retreat
July 2026 | All-Inclusive
Discover the magic of Dutch light that has inspired painters for centuries. This retreat takes place in...
We’ve chartered the entire ship! So, excluding the friendly crew and staff, just about every passenger will be a fellow sketcher! Your three master workshop instructors are: Brenda Swenson, Shari Blaukopf...
Join Nina Weiss & European Landscape Workshops 2026: Now in our 26th year!
Cruise through the idyllic painter's paradise of French countryside on our private hotel barge the Luciole, combined...
A unique 11-night art workshop/art tour open to artists of all levels and media (oils, acrylics, watercolors, etc.). 7 days of plein-air painting, art history/theory lectures, and gastronomy in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence...
A unique 11-night art workshop/art tour open to artists of all levels and media (oils, acrylics, watercolors, etc.). 7 days of plein-air painting, art history/theory lectures, and gastronomy in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence...
If you want to draw things that look “real”— join us for this class! Creating accurate drawings is a skill set that can be learned, step by step, like any other skill. For absolute beginners, we’ll begin...
Explore flowers and other natural forms, beginning with line and value drawing and progressing to full-color rendering in watercolor and mixed media. Topics will include sighting techniques, line quality,...
Jane Hunt returns for another epic landscape workshop hosted by Workshops in France, this time in the heart of Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park. Over nine days, you'll paint majestic lochs, charming...
Designed for artists ready to challenge themselves and take their work to the next level, this class is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of the artist's own creative process and sensibility. A variety...
If you want to draw things that look “real”— join us for this class! Creating accurate drawings is a skill set that can be learned, step by step, like any other skill. For absolute beginners, we’ll begin...
Meditative drawing is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Learn to express yourself while creating your own designs and improve your drawing...
Join artist and tutor Chloe Briggs with life model Ioi Choi, alongside like-minded passionate makers for a week of creative experimentation in mixed-media. Overlooking the Pyrénées mountains, this incredible...
Join our luxurious painting and cultural tour onboard Celebrity Equinox, sailing from Barcelona to the enchanting coasts of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Experience the perfect blend of art, culture, and...
Discover the fascinating world of Botanical Art, starting with a walk around the magnificent Clos Mirabel property to choose your subject. A variety of plants will be in bloom including Roses, Hydrangeas,...
Learn the basics of painting outdoors as you work on location at beautiful and historic Laurel Hill Cemetery featuring terraced grounds, sculpture, and amazing views of the Schuylkill River. Instruction...
Supply Fee: $10.00 paid directly to the instructor. Join the Art League and Barb to learn the art of Zentangle! Barb will walk you through the step-by-step process of creating beautiful designs of Zentangle....
Join our luxurious painting and cultural tour onboard Celebrity Equinox, sailing from Barcelona to the enchanting coasts of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Experience the perfect blend of art, culture, and...
Work independently in the drawing medium of your choice! This monitored studio is designed to give students the opportunity to work from live nude models without instruction, allowing you time to explore...
This class focuses on drawing inspiration directly from our environment, celebrating the stunning Lowcountry as your muse. Using botanicals and treasures from the beach, participants will create nature...
Join our luxurious painting and cultural tour onboard Celebrity Equinox, sailing from Barcelona to the enchanting coasts of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Experience the perfect blend of art, culture, and...
