Workshops
Three Day April Workshop: Comic Book Challenge
Instructor: Rick Lundeen
April Workshop
Dates: April 13, 20, 27
Time: 1 -3:00 pm
Limit 12-15 students
Youth ages 10 and over
This introductory comic workshop presents a challenge to students -- a problem to solve, and they have to draw their way out. The purpose is to fully exercise the student's imagination with this challenge and then sketch up their solution in the form of comic book panels and pages to visually tell the story of their solution. Students should bring their favorite method of sketching, whether it's their regular paper drawing pad and pencils/pens/markers or drawing tablet and stylus. Either way, there'll be a lot of drawing, as the student tackles the challenge.
Parents must complete a youth waiver for each registrant. The waiver can be filled online here:
https://www.lagrangeartleague.org/youth-waiver.html#/
or in person on the day of the class.
Palette Knife & Impasto Painting Workshop
Sunday, April 14th
Time:1-3:00 pm
Join us for an immersive Impasto Painting Workshop where texture meets creativity! Discover the mesmerizing world of impasto technique, where paint is applied thickly to create rich, tactile surfaces bursting with depth and vibrancy.
In this hands-on workshop, participants will delve into the expressive possibilities of impasto, guided by Sandie Backon, a Chicago-based Golden Paint Working Artist and Silver Brush Educator, who will share her techniques and insights. Throughout the workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of impasto painting, from selecting the right materials to mastering the art of applying thick layers of paint with palette knives. We will explore a variety of gels and pastes that you can add to acrylics to create artworks reminiscent of great masters such as Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet.
Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, this workshop offers a dynamic environment for exploration and growth. Unleash your artistic vision as you experiment with bold strokes, dynamic textures, and lush colors. From landscapes to abstract compositions, impasto painting offers endless possibilities for self-expression and creativity.
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the world of Impasto painting and explore new horizons textured with passion and inspiration.
All supplies needed are provided by Sandi Bacon and Golden Paints
Intuitive Marks and Drawing for underpainting - Workshop (May 18 & 19)
Intuitive Marks and Drawing for underpainting – 2-day workshop
Level: beginner and above
$250 Member/$275 Non-Member
Min 5/Max 8
Time 9am – 4pm on both days (Saturday & Sunday)
In this workshop, we look at everyday objects as a means to make marks-letting go of the preconceived ways you may think you need to start a painting. With a single large sheet of paper, students will utilize various ink and drawing mediums to let loose and explore, and then further open up creative possibilities by breaking the paper down into smaller sections to further refine with additional painting, sanding, collage and more… ultimately creating a small, but unified series of work. Appropriate for artists currently working in any medium.
Supply fee:
$25/student for paper, inks, paints
Color Theory Workshop June 9th
Instructor: Beth Leahy
Sunday, June 9
1st Floor Studio
9am - 3pm Break for Lunch (bring your own)
This is an in-depth, hands-on study of color theory for all artists.
We will cover basic terminology, the color wheel, limited & unlimited palettes, value, color mixing and so much more. Become a more efficient, confident artist using any color. Each participant will receive a handbook. All materials will be supplied.
Please bring a lunch and beverage for our break.
Member: $140 Non-Member $150