painting & drawing
Christopher Ulivo , A Musical for Painting Lolly Gagher and Thumper Dance Away Our Blues on the Newark Pier
Teresa Booth Brown , Ultimate Metallic Suit Kimberly Brooks , Talitha ( detail )
June 18 – 22
Egg Tempera & Gouache : together forever Christopher Ulivo
CONCEPT : Embark on an in-depth exploration of two great water-based painting media : egg tempera and gouache . Gouache and tempera can look superficially similar , but they cater to very different working styles — one slow , dense and layered , the other quick , spontaneous and malleable . Working concurrently with these paints is a great way to build versatility in established practices , or offer something novel to the less experienced . We make paint from raw pigments , as well as traditional gesso and supports , working on-site and in the studio . Students are encouraged to make many paintings with all content welcome — the stranger , the better .
MEDIA & TECHNIQUES : Students work with egg tempera , gouache and traditional gesso grounds as well as make their own paints ( other water-based painting is introduced if time allows ).
ACTIVITIES : We switch between quick and longer-term projects throughout the day . We respond accordingly to varying media : gesso grounds require intermittent attention all day , while gouache paintings can be made on-site in an hour or less . Be prepared to work on multiple paintings concurrently , working on-site and in the studio .
FACULTY : Christopher Ulivo lives and works in Ventura , Calif . He creates dense narrative paintings while being distracted by his role as gallery director for Tiger Strikes Asteroid LA and amateur telescope making . The spirit in Christopher ’ s painting is tempered by sentimentality , ignorance and humor that acknowledges the gulf between history , imagination and reality .
www . christopherulivo . com
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June 18 – 22
Collage : simple to complex Teresa Booth Brown
CONCEPT : Enter the world of one of the most vibrant and immediate artistic mediums : collage . In this dynamic workshop , we discover and experiment with collage assembly techniques , investigate methods for the generation of ideas , and learn how to talk about artwork that is made in class . Each workshop exercise begins with a demonstration and encourages students to explore new techniques in unique ways . You have the opportunity to playfully combine new materials and approaches to create individual works of art made with the support of the instructor .
MEDIA & TECHNIQUES : We use various collage media such as paper , fabric , etc ., and water-based paint , drawing media , gluing techniques , collage and transfers .
ACTIVITIES : Students engage in an introduction to collage , paint and drawing media used in combination . Demonstrations , exercises , discussions and one-on-one support from the instructor occur daily .
FACULTY : Teresa Booth Brown studied art at Bennington College and the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture . Her work can be found in private and public collections , including Fidelity Investments Boston , Bennington College , University of Colorado Art Museum , The State of Colorado ( Mesa University Library ) and the U . S . State Department .
www . teresaboothbrown . com
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June 25 – 29
Flow & Fluency : basic oil techniques that set you free
Kimberly Brooks
CONCEPT : Set your artistic exploration free by understanding the architecture that makes up the grounds of a painting , whether you are working figuratively , representationally or abstractly . In this workshop , students with basic oil painting experience are exposed to new approaches for composing , including practical techniques , building different types of grounds , color mixing , how to layer and deconstruct , and when to employ tightness versus looseness . Develop approaches for keeping your art as fresh as possible while simultaneously building the scaffolding to create a cohesive body of work through this engaging exploration of painting .
MEDIA & TECHNIQUES : With a strong emphasis on safe studio practices , this class teaches techniques for oil painting used by Rembrandt and Velasquez . We learn to minimize our exposure to toxic chemicals , while at the same time work with traditional painting methods .
ACTIVITIES : We explore various materials , build our skills in several painting techniques , and develop many paintings from beginning to end throughout the week . We learn through technical instruction , individual feedback and guided studio time .
FACULTY : Kimberly Brooks is a contemporary painter who blends figuration and abstraction to explore a variety of subjects dealing with memory , history and identity . She exhibits nationally , and her work has been showcased in numerous publications and exhibitions , including the Whitney Museum , MOMA and California Institute of the Arts .
www . kimberlybrooks . com
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TUITION $ 1,090 | TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $ 1,290 REGISTRATION FEE $ 45 | STUDIO FEE $ 75 CODE D0305-18 | ENROLLMENT LIMIT 10
TUITION $ 1,090 | TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $ 1,290 REGISTRATION FEE $ 45 | STUDIO FEE $ 75 CODE D0306-18 | ENROLLMENT LIMIT 10
TUITION $ 1,090 | TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $ 1,290 REGISTRATION FEE $ 45 | STUDIO FEE $ 75 CODE D0407-18 | ENROLLMENT LIMIT 10
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