February 27 – March 5, 2011
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Gerri Ann Siwek |
Drawing and Painting Paradise
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Join me for a creative retreat in paradise that will awaken your inner artist and free your capacity for visual expression. I will teach you a natural approach to drawing and will guide you toward a more intuitive painting process. You will learn to create bravely and without inhibitions. In this 5 day workshop while working with a variety of drawing and painting materials and techniques, you will create a series of works on paper and on canvas that explore and record an experience in a creative environment, a tropical garden and surrounding areas. |
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Starting with line drawing, you will create your own visual vocabulary of imagery, drawing and recording what you see, feel, hear and smell. Drawing exercises will include sketching, sighting, contour, observational and responsive drawing. Through observational drawing you can explore your personal connection to nature and discover how to create a sense of place in your drawings. |
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Working on paper and canvas, you will learn how to compose and combine images for a painting and how to apply mixed media materials and processes. By painting with acrylics and various mediums and adding collage materials you will develop your paintings further, adding tone, texture and color. I will teach you techniques of underpainting and layering and how to add depth and luminosity to your paintings. |
In this safe, unique and supportive place you will be encouraged to connect with your inner artist and explore new ways of experiencing, seeing and creating. Hacienda Mosaico is filled with gardens, patios, and features both indoor and outdoor studio spaces. This workshop retreat is perfect for the beginning or emerging artist and the experienced artist who is looking for some new techniques. |
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I teach with patience and humor and believe in the importance of nurturing the creative soul that everyone possesses. I teach acrylic and mixed media painting classes in Regina, and throughout Saskatchewan. I have also taught workshops in Toronto Ontario and in Verona Italy. As a visual artist, I have exhibited and presented artist talks throughout Saskatchewan, in Edmonton Alberta, Montreal Quebec, Houston Texas, Minneapolis Minnesota, and Dearborn Michigan.
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- Sketch Book (portable, multi purpose that you can draw and paint in).
- Drawing Materials (pencils, charcoal, watercolour pencils or gel pens).
- Acrylic Paints (basic primary colours, white and any additional desired colours).
- Brushes (various sizes, flat and round, hog hair and sable).
- Collage materials (assortment of textured and patterned papers and fabrics).
- Small Canvases (3 minimum).
- Additional drawing materials, acrylic mediums, painting tools, collage materials and paper will be provided.
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Bring your camera. There's places nearby to print your photos.
Plan to arrive on Sunday February 26 and check out Saturday March 5, 2011.
Workshop Retreat Registration
Retreat price is $1350.00 based on double occupancy.
The price includes:
Welcome reception with cocktails and appetizers
5 days of workshop sessions
6 nights lodging
Breakfasts and lunches served poolside
Unlimited studio time
Visit to Botanical Garden
Does not include travel costs.
Trip insurance is strongly advised.
Lodging space at Hacienda Mosaico is extremely limited. If you want a private room (for an additional charge, ask Sandra when you call or email), or to guarantee lodging on site, please make your reservation now. |
To register, call Sandra Leonard at 908-891-2057
or send her an email:
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