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• PAL/LAA General Meeting: Engela Olivier-Wilson Presentation

  • What: Engela Olivier-Wilson will present a demonstration of how to create a representational painting of a California poppy fast and accurately in oils. This is your chance, in real time, to watch an oil painter paint a good-sized realistic floral themed painting in under 2 hours from start to finish.

    
    She plans, as she demonstrates, to talk about her own journey and work as a fine artist and muralist in a fun and engaging way. She will also tell you about her recent accomplishments on Food Network as a Hollywood Scenic Artist and her recent exhibition in the Harrington Gallery with William Hackett and Matt Nylander.

    Finally, Engela will also show you some outstanding, mind blowing drawings created by her young students and explain how we as artists can have such a fantastic, positive impact on young children to also embrace and enjoy art making in an excellent way.

    For more information about Engela, check www.art4spaces.com

  • Where: Cultural Arts Building, 4455 Black Avenue, Pleasanton. Park behind the building.
  • When: Monday, May 20, 7:30 pm
  
  

• Figure Drawing Workshop

  • What: Improve your drawing skills - open to all artists. Under 18 need parental consent, as live models are drawn. $18 per session, if you pay for the month. $20 drop in. We start off with gestures, then two 10 min. poses, then 20 min. poses unless we love it and we have the model do it again. We do gestures and then one long pose on the last Fri. of the month.
  • Where: Bothwell Art Center, 2466 8th St. Livermore
  • When: Friday Mornings - 9:30 - 12:30
  • Contact: For more information contact Barbara Stanton
  
  

• Show & Tell Night at the Bothwell

  • What: One Tuesday out of the month is “Artists Show & Tell” at the Bothwell Arts Center at 7p.m. At these get-togethers you have the opportunity to see what other artists are working on, to critique artwork or have your artwork critiqued, or to bring other art-related things like new techniques, or other creative subjects that interest you. Bring a snack or drink if you like and join us for an interesting and fun evening.
  • Where: Bothwell Art Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore
  • When: May 14 at 7:00
  • Contact: D'Anne Miller.
  
  

• Fremont Art Association Plein Air / East Bay Outdoor Painters

  • What: Weekly outdoor painting group. The location will change every two weeks. All mediums are welcome; there is nothing you need to do to join in except show up and paint. Join us on Wednesday mornings from 9 am to 1:00 pm; bring your lunch if you want to share in a group critique at the end.
  • Where: Locations vary. Visit www.fremontartassociation.org/faapa.php
  • When: Wednesday mornings from 9 am to 1:00 pm
  • Contact: PAL/LAA contact is Linda Beach. Her email is lsbeach@comcast.net.
  
  

• The Artist Book: Folding & Binding Basics with Leah Virsik

  • What: Autobody Fine Art is thrilled to offer another class by artist Leah Virsik. This class is a primer in artist bookmaking. This class will cover some paper folding basics including accordions, books using one sheet of paper, and two different pocket folds. You will develop content using collage and paint and bind your books using a pamphlet stitch. Hand-stitching and embroidery will be demonstrated. These books are great for documenting a trip, visualizing a goal or working with a theme that is meaningful to you.

    
    Please bring an 18" ruler, cutting mat, bonefolder, scissors, craft knife and if desired, a small amount of collage materials to first class. If you have a square or rectangular transparent ruler or an L-square you may find those helpful. Some materials will be provided. Additional tools and materials will be discussed at first class.

  • Where: Autobody Fine Art
  • When: Mondays dated June 3, 10, 17, 24 6:30-9:30 pm
  • Contact: Please address any questions to jacqueline@autobodyfineart.com
  • Fee: Total Cost: $180.00, payable in advance by check to Leah Virsik. Cancellation fee of $25.00
  
  

• Artist in Residency Fine Art Program at Autobody Fine Art

  • What: The residency at Autobody is an innovative program of art making, study and criticism culminating in a gallery show. We are looking for dedicated and committed artists who want to make the transition to emerging artists.

    
    The Autobody Fine Art Program is currently soliciting artists for our Artist in Residency/Fine Art Program. We are seeking hardworking, emerging artists who are in the process of establishing their professional careers. The Program exists to help artists consolidate a body of work through rigorous engagement with their practice and participation in regularly scheduled group critiques. The four month Program is situated in the Autobody Fine Art Gallery/Studio facility on Alameda Island. Artists recently completing an undergraduate art degree are our main focus, but any artist who displays a seriousness of purpose and dedication to their work will gladly be considered. Our emphasis is primarily artists working in two dimensional media (painting/drawing).

  • Where: Autobody Fine Art
  • When: 4 Month Program: June 1 - September 31st, Instruction begins June 4th
  • Contact: jacqueline@autobodyfineart.com.
  
  

• Painting - Watercolor & Acrylic ( for 16+) With Linda Beach

  • What: Beginners to advanced painters use include watercolor, acrylics, gouache or any water media. Demonstrations and practice with the basic techniques of watercolor or acrylics give beginners fundamentals of painting. Experienced painters sharpen skills, work in a supportive environment on individual projects. All encouraged to bring their art to the next level. Ask for supply list at registration. Instructor is Linda Beach.
  • Where: Robert Livermore Community Center
  • When: Six weeks of class.

    Session 1: Starting Feb. 2, 2013, 7 - 9 pm weekly for 6 weeks

    Session 2: Starting April 9, 2013, 7 - 9 pm weekly for 6 weeks

    No classes 2/26, 4/23.

  • Fee: $94
  • Information: Visit www.larpd.dst.ca.us
  
  

• Eric Jacobsen Painting Workshop in Oil (Acrylic/Pastel Artists Welcome)

  
  • What: This workshop is designed to help painters of all levels, from beginner on up. The focus will be on organizing and simplifying your subject and on making key decisions that will enable you to successfully paint the landscape or still life. Participants will be encouraged to express themselves and create a strong personal statement with their work. Demonstrations, critiques and informal lectures will be given daily along with plenty of individual attention. So come join Eric for an informative and fun workshop experience.
  • Where: Barbara Daggett Studio, Pleasanton
  • When: Saturday/Sunday - September 21-22, 2013 (10-4:00)
  • Fee: $200 for both days ($100 non-refundable downpayment to hold spot)
  • Contact: Send email to Barbara Daggett at barbara.daggett@comcast.net
  
  

• Hope Valley Workshop with Charles Muench - Painting with Altitude

  
  • What: Charles Muench is an artist living between the Sierra range and the high plains desert of Nevada. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from San Jose State University. After receiving his degree, Charles furthered his art education by attending classes at the Art Students League in New York. In 1992, Charles moved to Madrid, Spain, where he painted the city and countryside, studied Velasquez, copied master works in the Prado, and attended classes at the Circulo Bellas Artes. His paintings have won numerous awards; most recently he received the Irvine Museum Award for his landscape painting in the California Art Club's 2011 Gold Medal Show at the Autry Museum.

    For Artists of All Levels working in Oil

  • Where: Knowlton Gallery
  • When: June 11 - 13, 2013
  • Fee: Cost: $400.00
  • Contact: Send email to Robin at robin@knowltongallery.com
  
  

• 5 - Day Plein Air Workshop with John Cosby

  
  • What: 5 - Day Plein Air Workshop, Day Plein Air Workshop, Secrets to Accelerating Your Painting with John Cosby.

    Southern California based artist, John Cosby, is represented by some of the country's finest galleries. He is a founding board member of the prestigious Laguna Plein Air Painters Association and a Signature Member of the California Art Club and the Plein-Air Painters of America.

    In this 5-day workshop, Cosby will show students an innovative method of color mixing that will simplify their approach to painting. Expect to work hard in this class! There will be daily demonstrations, ample discussion and individualized attention. The class will begin and end indoors, then move outdoors to numerous locations throughout the Lodi area.

  • Where: Various location around Lodi.
  • When: May 20 - 24

  • Fee: Cost: $700.00
  • Contact: Send email to Robin at robin@knowltongallery.com
  
  

• Figure Sketch-Life Drawing Workshop

  • What: Figure Sketch-Life Drawing Workshop resented by Big Al and Discover Art League in Brentwood. Uninstructed sessions with live clothed model held every other Monday 6:00 to 9:00 pm. $15 DAL members & students, $20 non-members. For more information and images check out www.pinupshow.com
  • Where: 700 Harvest Park Dr., Brentwood
  • When: Ongoing
  • Fee: $15 DAL members and $20 non-members
  • Contact: Send email to bigalcaricature@mac.com.
  
  

• Drawing Classes

  • What: Drawing the Head with Ozell Hudson. Charcoal and Pastel on Paper: April 10 to June 12

    Portrait Drawing: Morning and evening series. Tuesdays, April 9 to June 12.

  • Where: figureheadgallery.com
  • When: See above or contact the gallery.
  • Fee: $250
  • Contact: Send email to whyteball@comcast.net
  
  

• Introduction to Perspective Drawing with Carolyn Lord

  • What: Introduction to Analytical and Observational Perspective. Final class session will include going outside to draw street scenes with buildings. All materials and art supplies included in class fee.
  • Where: figureheadgallery.com
  • When: Sunday Evenings, 6:00 to 8:00 or Monday Mornings, 9:00 to 11:00 from April 21 to June 10.
  • Fee: $200
  • Contact: Send email to whyteball@comcast.net
  
  

• Colored Pencil Classes “Basics and Beyond”

  
  • What: Colored Pencil Classes “Basics and Beyond” with Maryann Kot.
  • Where: The Bothwell Art Center Sign up is at Way Up Art and Frame
  • Fee: $100.00 for 5 sessions
  • When: June 17th, 24th, July 1st, 8th, 15th.

    Morning Class: 9:30am to 12:00pm

    or Afternoon Class: 1:00pm to 3:30pm.

  • Contact: Maryann's email address is maryannkot@gmail.com
  
  

• Fine Art Classes at the Bothwell Art Center for Adults, Teens and Kids

  • What: Fine Art Classes at the Bothwell Art Center for Adults, Teens and Kids
  • Where: The Bothwell Art Center Sign up by sending email to ZirconFineArt@gmail.com
  • Fee: $45 per 2 hour class for adults

    $30 per 2 hour class for children and teens

  • When: Classes are ongoing on Mondays from 10am to noon and start April 1, 2013
  • Contact: Send email to ZirconFineArt@gmail.com
  
  

• Intermediate Drawing

  • What: We had such a good time with Drawing Fundamentals that we've decided to go ahead and launch Intermediate Drawing. This class will focus on the development of the basic skills you learned in Drawing Fundamentals with a focus on longer, more developed drawings and the introduction of color. This class is perfect if you have some drawing knowledge, but we can also update some basic skills along the way if you've become a little rusty!!

    The class will last over a period of six weeks and be broken down into three modules, alternating twice during the course of the class. Two sessions will focus on developing an extended still life, starting with the application of a charcoal ground and then pulling out light and putting in darker shades. Check out thhis website or a few examples of the way we will be working: http://bradney.com/charcoal2.html

    
    We are holding an Open Life Drawing session up in the Gallery this coming Monday, March 25th in conjunction with our regular Intermediate Drawing Class. If you are not in the class but would still like to attend and draw you are welcome. All you are going to need is some newsprint for the short poses, a drawing board and some better paper and pencils (or whatever your chosen medium is) for the loger pose. I am planning to close the session with an hour and a half long pose so this is a great opportunity to spend some significant time drawing the model in one pose. The class is free to those who have signed up or the Intermediate Drawing Class. Those of you who attend and are not in that class will be asked to pay $20.00 to cover the cst of the model.

  • Where: Autobody Fine Art
  • Fee: $200 for six weeks
  • When: The class will run from 6:00pm - 9:00pm on a Monday, starting March 11th.
  • Contact: Send email to jacqueline@autobodyfineart
  
  

• Folsom Art Association Workshops

  • What: Suchitra Bhosle, Oil Portraits Workshop, March 2 and 3.

    Jeannie McGuire, Watercolor Workshop, May 14, 15, 16.

    Ned Mueller, Oil Workshop, July 12, 13, 14.

  • When: See above
  • Information: Visit www.folsomarts.org
  • Contact: Send email to Grace at gracemrankinartist@gmail.com.
  
  

• La Romita School of Art in Umbria, Italy with Carol Maddox

  • What: Carol Maddox will teach a 2-week painting workshop at La Romita School of Art in Umbria, Italy. The class will travel each day to hill towns from the home base in a 15th Century Monastery that sits in an olive grove, about halfway between Rome and Florence. An afternoon to learn more about this special opportunity will be held in Pleasanton next month.
  • Where: La Romita School of Art in Umbria, Italy
  • When: August 16 - 30, 2013
  • Contact: Send email to Carol at cmad4paint@pacbell.net.
  
  

• Artist Getaway in historic Murphys, California

  • What: Artist Getaway in historic Murphys, California To participate in the art show and sale and awards, please bring frames for your paintings and easels to display your work. The Hovey Winery Tasting room is located at 350 A Main Street in the 1850 Albert Michelson home in the heart of Murphys. This is where we'll have our art show from 3:30 to 5:30 on Wednesday, June 5.
  • Where: Murphys Inn Motel - 76 Main Street, Murphys, CA 95247
  • When: 4 nights - Sunday June 2, 2013 to Wednesday June 5, 2013, checking out on Thursday.
  • Contact: Visit www.artistgetaway.com/getaways.html
  
  

• Artist Getaway at Laguna Beach

  • What: This September our adventure takes us to beautiful Laguna Beach, California! Join Artist Getaway in Laguna Beach, Sept. 2-7, 2013, for five nights at the Art Hotel. Laguna Beach has long been known as an artist colony. Everywhere you turn reveals a site you will want to capture in your art! Enjoy the LAGUNA BEACH ART WALK on Thursday Sept. 5th. And then on Friday, Sept. 6, we'll have our own advertised art exhibit and sale at the Art Hotel.
  • Where: The Art Hotel in Laguna Beach
  • When: Sept. 2-7, 2013, for five nights
  • Contact: Visit www.artistgetaway.com/getaways.html
  
  

• Adult / Teen Saturday morning Art Class

  • What: Open to all teen / adult artists, beginner to advanced. Oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, drawing, mixed media.
  • Where: At the artist's Teaching Studio, Livermore
  • When: Saturdays, 9:30 - 11:30am
  • Fee: $120 per 4 classes. $30 per class
  • Contact: For more information contact: Thomasin Dewhurst at thomasin_d@hotmail.com or visit childrensartclassesprojects.blogspot.com
  
  

• Children's After School Art Class

  • What: Students develop their creativity by exploration and experimentation, while learning essential techniques of drawing, painting, sculpting and other methods of making art. Ages 5 - 10
  • Where: At the artist's Teaching Studio, Livermore
  • When: Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 - 4:30pm
  • Fee: $15 per hourly lesson, $22.50 per 1 & 1/2 hour lesson, $57 / month (4 one-hourly lessons), $90 / month (4 1 & 1/2 hourly lessons)
  • Contact: For more information contact: Thomasin Dewhurst at thomasin_d@hotmail.com or visit childrensartclassesprojects.blogspot.com
  
  

• Art with Cindy

  • What: Cindy helps you on your art projects, from drawing lessons to painting in oils, acrylics and watercolors.
  • Where: Richards Craft Store in Livemrore
  • When: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month. First class will be Wed. January 5th from 5:30 to 7:30
  • Fee: $20/class
  • Information: Send email to Cindy at cindys_art@comcast.net
  
  

• Children’s Art Classes with Nancy Storch

  • What: Openings in small group classes for children ages 8 and older, starting first week in September. 8-10 year olds on Saturday afternoons from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m., 9-11 year olds on Thursday afternoons from 3:30 to 5 p.m, and 11 year olds and older on Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. All materials are provided.
  • Where: Pleasanton at her studio
  • More Information: Visit www.NancyStorch.com
  
  

• PAL Workshop with Gerald Brommer, Watermedia and Collage Workshop

  
  • What: Learn how to interpret the natural landscape in order to create exciting images. Explore collage using handmade rice papers known as “washi” and watercolor to stain and design unique paintings in the studio. Then with the master teacher, Gerald Brommer, as your plein air painting guide, gain confidence with strong, colorful interpretations of the landscape in the vineyards and other locations in the area.

    
    Gerald Brommer is a well known artist, author, juror, and career educator. He has exhibited in more than 300 solo and group shows in the United States and abroad. He is a life member and Past President of the National Watercolor Association, a member of the West Coast Watercolor Society, and the National Arts Club. His work is represented in collections worldwide. Gerald Brommer’s biography is included in Who’s Who in American Art and several other noted publications.

  • Where: Firehouse Arts Center.
  • When: September 16-20, 2013 from 9 to 4
  • Fee: $425* (If postmarked before March 1, 2013)
    $450 (If postmarked after March 1)
  • Application: Download
  • Information: Email Rebecca Chou at rc@cxs.com
  
  

• Watermedia Workshop, with Carol Maddox

  
  • What: Watermedia Workshop - Stretching Your Watercolor Vocabulary with Carol Maddox

    
    Experiment with watermedia through watercolor, gouache, or watercolor crayons and take risks. Create poetic, realistic, or purely abstract landscape paintings. Express mood and paint with abandon. Create glowing washes using layers of intense or subdued color guided by your own imagination. For Advanced Beginners through Advanced Painters. Limit:18

    
    Carol Maddox of Pleasanton is an award winning Bay Area Artist and graduate of the California College of the Arts. She has taught locally and in Europe where she has lived and exhibited. She continues to conduct workshops at the La Romita School of Art in Umbria, Italy during the summer.

    
    View Carol's work at www.laromita.org/artworkshopsinitaly/carolmaddox

  • Where: Firehouse Arts Center.
  • When: June 12 & 13, 2013 from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • Fee: $175* (If postmarked by April 15, 2013)
    $200 (If postmarked after April 15)
  • Application: Download
  • Information: Email Linda Beach at lsbeach@comcast.net
  
  

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