August Classes
Watercolor Bootcamp 2
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Continue your watercolor journey by diving deeper into the art of combining techniques. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll review and apply watercolor painting methods to create dynamic, multi-layered compositions. Together, we’ll revisit and create technique “recipe cards,” explore inspiring artist examples, and deconstruct how multiple techniques interact in compelling ways. You’ll then experiment independently, blending your favorite approaches to craft one or two finished 7″x10″ (or similar-sized) pieces. You will leave class with a greater confidence and a deeper understanding of how to create cohesive watercolor works using multiple techniques. All supplies are provided.
Acrylic Loons on Reclaimed Dock Wood
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Join artist Sue Schurch for a day of color and creativity in this introductory exploration of the wonderful world of acrylic. This class is self-paced – Sue will get you started when you arrive. During this relaxing day, you will have the opportunity to create your own one-of-a-kind painting on a 5.5" x 28" (approximate size) piece of reclaimed dock wood on which Sue has wood-burned the outline of two charming loons swimming on a serene Northwoods lake. You will choose your own color palette and enjoy painting in an encouraging environment. All materials are provided.
Loon Drawing on Toned Paper
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Join Dr. Donna Murray-Tiedge on a technical and creative journey of learning how to draw with confidence and precision in realistic representation by using the grid method (a time-tested technique utilized by master artists, including Leonardo da Vinci and Vincent van Gogh) on toned paper featuring an iconic Northwoods subject. Drawing on toned paper simplifies the mechanics of drawing realistically because the paper color provides the mid-tones of the value scale (from the darkest blacks to the lightest whites, with varying shades of gray in between). Working from the middle of the value scale and gradually building light and dark tones encourages subtle transitions in a full range of value, which is essential for any level of realism.
Less is More: Discover the Power of a Limited Palette in Watercolor
2-Day Workshop
August 19 & 20, 2025
10am – 4pm, Each Day
Under the guidance of local watercolor artist Dale Popovich, this workshop provides students with the opportunity to learn the Zorn palette technique. Anders Zorn, the Swedish master, built a lifetime of luminous paintings on the simplest palettes. A handful of skillfully wielded colors can capture the full breadth of light, form, and atmosphere. Limiting your pigments refines your eye, strengthens your compositions, and deepens your understanding of color relationships. This two-day workshop is a study in restraint—where less becomes infinitely more.
Watercolor: Color and Texture Exploration
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Explore the power of complementary colors in this hands-on watercolor painting class with Donna Lenard! Learn how to combine vibrant color pairings and experiment with scraping techniques to create realistic rock textures. Students will have the opportunity to complete two small watercolor paintings (7.5 x 11” each) using professional-grade paper and paints for high-quality results. This class is open to all painting experience levels from beginner to accomplished artist. All supplies are included.
September Classes
Plein Air Linear Perspective in Watercolor
September 9, 2025
10am – 4pm
Join award-winning watercolor artist Dale Popovich for an enriching exploration into the essence of straightforward perspective en plein air (outdoor) painting. This engaging one-day workshop promises to illuminate the fundamental principles of linear perspective, a cornerstone for artists aspiring to imbue their works with depth, realism, and narrative.
