Watercolor Essentials
Feb
1
10:30 AM10:30

Watercolor Essentials

An overview designed for novices who wish to learn this dynamic medium, and for artists who wish to refresh their skills. We will cover a series of exercises including an introduction to tools, materials, color palettes, color theory and composition. A relaxed, fun and supportive environment with individual attention.

Fee: $125.00 + self provided materials (A list of materials will be provided)
Skill level: Beginners, and for those who with to refresh their watercolor skills.

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The Art and Language of Color
Feb
8
10:30 AM10:30

The Art and Language of Color

This workshop is for anyone who has ever thought about the meaning of color in their lives. Join watercolor artist Mimi Robinson and color expert Susan Page Tillett for this informative and creative workshop.  We will explore how the colors of the rainbow form a symbolic language, contained in the color wheel.  Through watercolor exercises and writing prompts, we will each create a small booklet which explores the relationship of color to our lives and times.

Fee: $125.00 + self provided materials (A list of materials will be provided)
Skill level: All levels welcome

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Drawing Workshop
Feb
9
10:00 AM10:00

Drawing Workshop

Contour drawing is a technique in which the artist sketches the outline or contour of a visual subject using only lines. With the natural world as our inspiration, using a variety of materials and techniques, we will create a series of drawings which will stretch and hone our observation and drawing skills. We will also capture details we often overlook and develop our hand-eye coordination. This process-oriented class is about exploring different ways of seeing.


Fee: $125.00 + self provided materials
Skill level: All levels welcome

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Early Spring Color
Feb
15
10:00 AM10:00

Early Spring Color

This workshop focuses on capturing the beauty of native flora and landscapes from our surroundings. Using watercolors and inks, we will focus on exercises that explore line, texture, and gesture. This is about drawing with watercolors through direct observation to create expressive, lively paintings. We will work in the studio as well as outdoors, depending on weather.

Fee: $125.00 + self provided materials
Skill level: All levels welcome

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The Art of the Sketchbook
Feb
16
10:00 AM10:00

The Art of the Sketchbook

This workshop will cover everything you need to know to create your own travel or nature sketchbook. This is a wonderful way to record, remember, and share your travels, be it in your backyard or afar. Guided exercises will help you begin your sketchbook starting in the Point Reyes setting. Exercises will include different techniques: sketching, collage, designing a page, and mixing word and image. Discover how a sketchbook can open your eyes, deepen your experience and record memories.               

Fee: $125.00 + self provided materials
Skill level: All levels welcome

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Spring Into Watercolors
Apr
2
10:00 AM10:00

Spring Into Watercolors

With Point Reyes as our inspiration, join us for a day of exploring the color of the season! Spring is a mix of subtle neutral colors and spots of bright color in the meadows, ocean and wetlands. We will explore the specific language of the watercolor medium, including transparency, color intensity, and composition. Working in a small format we will generate a series of paintings and color palettes that capture the day and place.

There will be time for individual attention, and sharing our work throughout our time together. Our work will occur indoors and outdoors weather permitting. Each class is limited to 10 people.

A list of materials will be provided.

Fee: $125.00 + self provided materials
Skill level: Some experience with watercolors helpful.

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Spring Into Watercolors- For Beginners
Apr
1
10:00 AM10:00

Spring Into Watercolors- For Beginners

With Point Reyes as our inspiration, join us for a day of exploring the color of the season! Spring is a mix of subtle neutral colors and spots of bright color in the meadows, ocean and wetlands. We will explore the specific language of the watercolor medium, including transparency, color intensity, and composition. Working in a small format we will generate a series of paintings and color palettes that capture the day and place.

There will be time for individual attention, and sharing our work throughout our time together. Our work will occur indoors and outdoors weather permitting. Each class is limited to 10 people.

A list of materials will be provided.

Fee: $125.00 + self provided materials
Skill level: For complete beginner

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Painting Seasonal Color Palettes
Nov
5
to Nov 12

Painting Seasonal Color Palettes

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Have you ever noticed that each place has its own distinct set of colors? This watercolor workshop explores the seasonal colors found in your home, backyard and neighborhood. Through Zoom gatherings and our own personal practices, we will develop color palettes that reflect your surroundings. Learn and refine your color mixing skills, and how “limited palettes” can create a wide range of subtle color. The act of inspecting small things invites you to look carefully and can become a mediation in itself. The workshop is for both the experienced artist and the complete novice, as well as travelers looking for a unique and memorable way to capture impressions of places.

This 2-part class will meet once a week for an hour. Included are demonstrations, inspiration and time for painting.

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Fall Drawing Workshop - Feeling into Form with Line
Nov
20
10:00 AM10:00

Fall Drawing Workshop - Feeling into Form with Line

Contour drawing is a technique in which the artist sketches the outline or contour of a visual subject using only lines. With the natural world as our inspiration, using a variety of materials and techniques, we will create a series of drawings which will stretch and hone our observation and drawing skills. We will also capture details we often overlook and develop our hand-eye coordination. This process-oriented class is about exploring different ways of seeing.
Skill level: All levels welcome.

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Landscapes of Point Reyes
Oct
14
to Oct 15

Landscapes of Point Reyes

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Would you like to simplify your landscape painting to capture the essence of a natural setting? This two-day intensive will include 2 plein-air sessions along with painting time in the studio. We will focus on the essential elements of composition, color and ways to simplify images of the landscape. The exercises in a series of small paintings will build into one or two larger paintings. The class will also include a slide show demonstrating examples of historical and contemporary abstract landscape paintings.
Skill level: Beginning to advanced, some experience with watercolors helpful.

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Autumn Color
Sep
23
10:00 AM10:00

Autumn Color

Join us for a day of painting in the colorful marshes, meadows and wetlands of Point Reyes National Seashore. In our morning studio session, we will explore the specific language of the watercolor medium including transparency, color intensity, temperature, shape and line, followed by a plein-air session outdoors to heighten our observations of landscape composition, color and light. Working in a small format, we will generate a series of paintings that capture the day. We will consider the ways color influences composition. There will be time for individual attention, group discussions, and sharing our work through-out the day.

Fee: $95.00 + self provided materials
Skill level: Beginning to advanced, some experience with watercolors helpful.

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The Art of the Color Palette
Sep
19
10:00 AM10:00

The Art of the Color Palette

Join us for a day of watercolor painting in the seasonal fall colors of Point Reyes! Inspired by the rolling hills, forests, and high ocean bluffs, we will hone our perception of color, create unique color palettes and translate them into our paintings. In the morning session, we will cover the fundamentals of watercolor tools and techniques, pigments, composition and ways to mix a wide range of colors from ”limited” palettes. In the afternoon, we will create palettes and paintings outdoors from direct observation, weather permitting. To further inspire our studies we will view a slide show of relevant paintings.

Fee: $95.00 + self provided materials
Skill level: Beginning level to experienced painters and designers.

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Beginning Watercolor
Sep
1
10:00 AM10:00

Beginning Watercolor

An overview especially designed for the novice who wishes to learn this dynamic medium. We will cover a series of exercises including an introduction to tools, materials, pigments, color palettes, color theory and composition. A relaxed, fun and supportive environment with individual attention.

Fee: $75.00 + self provided materials*
Skill level: This workshop is a guide for the complete beginner.

*Optional beginner materials kit may be purchased from Mimi Robinson for an additional $25.00 with your registration.

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