Join the Pie in the Sky Artists Workshops in Yellowstone Country...
...one of the most scenic and picturesque areas in the West. Paint with some of the finest instructors to be found while surrounded by majestic mountains, rustic ranches, bucolic farmland and sagebrush-filled meadows amidst cottonwood lined streams and rivers.
2009 Workshop Schedule
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At Pie in the Sky Artist Workshops we go the extra mile to provide the best workshop experience for you. In addition to supplying expert instructors we host an orientation wine and cheese gathering the afternoon before your workshop begins. This is an excellent time to meet your instructor and your fellow students and orient yourself for the week to come. We are located west of Cody, WY, on the road to Yellowstone National Park amidst breathtaking and awe-inspiring scenery.
Breakfast is provided each morning for you at our base location. Additionally, we also prepare delicious gourmet lunches to be delivered to you on site so that you don't have to worry about packing your own or using valuable time to seek it out. Beautiful painting locations have already been pre-selected for everyone's convenience and model fees are always included. All of this allows you more time to focus on your painting experience.
On Wednesday night we host a group gourmet dinner that is always fun and delectable. Jeff Troxel , a local and nationally recognized musician, is our entertainment for the evening. He adds the finishing touch to an already fabulous evening of camaraderie.
To register call 307-250-7648 or download our registration form and mail today! You can also print out a pdf version of our workshop schedule. We look forward to having you as our guests.
Carol Guzman
Figurative Oil Painting Workshop and Gourmet Retreat - for Women only
May 28-31, 2009
$985.00 (all inclusive)
14 student limit
All levels welcome
www.carolguzman.com
My plan for this figure painting workshop is to give the students a practical, step by step process of how to approach painting from the figure, whether it be with photographs or from life using some techniques used by the Masters. We will have several models, one in the morning, and one in the afternoon. They will be in costume. You will have the opportunity to either do a full figure painting or a portrait.
We will be working at the start with quick drying alkyd paints (which I will provide) and first develop a monochrome underpainting. This will establish the composition and the values of the painting. Next we will add color to the value study using glazes and paint over the already established values. This way of painting goes back to the old masters techniques of an underpainting which enables one to separate values from color. It helps one to see the relationships between color and value. It also enables one to work out the composition and value pattern first. This is a step by step process that works towards a result that is different than alla prima painting. I will have examples of each step along the way.
Other things we will discuss during the workshop will include; materials, drawing, composition, color and value, critiques, looking at our art heroes.
You as an art student face two challenges; learning the CRAFT of painting and learning how to say what you want to say ARTISTICALLY. We will look at each of these knowing that ultimately they should blend together to produce YOUR best work possible.
This workshop is a true experience of creativity and learning of one's artistic self, hard work combined with yummy relaxation which includes, Pilates, live music, optional massage therapy, sisterhood and of course...great food!
(This all-inclusive class will be held just west of Cody at the Mooncrest Ranch off the Northfork Hwy. Lodging and all meals provided. Lodging is on a 1st come, 1st serve basis. Model fees included.)
Dan Young
Outdoor Landscape Painting
June 7-12, 2009
$925.00
Oil or acrylic
15 student limit
All levels welcome
www.danyoungstudio.com
The emphasis of this workshop will be painting on location. The best way to paint nature is to stand in it and observe what's happening. Please come prepared for various weather conditions. Some of the time will be spent indoors discussing painting theory and materials.
We will work on ways to gather information quickly to accurately capture the important aspects of the scenes. I will stress the importance of how to approach the steps of putting a painting together on location. How you start the painting is one of the most important steps in a successful painting! The importance of a strong foundation of design, values, drawing, and color will be covered!
There will be individual attention and demos. Please bring a sense of humor and we will have an enjoyable time.
John Budicin
"Simply Seeing" Plein Air Workshop
June 21-27, 2009
$1095.00
Oil
Beginner to professional
15 student limit
www.johnbudicin.com
Emphasis will be in learning to simplify and organize shapes and color values outdoors. Demonstrations, supplemented with visual aids, will help to clarify the key elements discussed. From a simple statement to a finished painting will be our goal.
Class will begin with a short lecture and samples of my approach along with some of my completed field studies. From there we will go directly on location and begin painting. We will paint on location at all times. If sun is a problem, bring your umbrella (hat, sun block, water/fluids). In case of rain, students should bring photographs or small studies to work from while indoors. Demonstrations will be part of the program, but probably not on a daily basis.
What is important to me, as a teacher, is to share whatever knowledge I have with my students. I have no secrets about the way I paint, my philosophy, or my approach. I want to give each student all I can through personal attention, direction, and group discussions. There are no shortcuts in reaching our goals; just hard work and determination.
John Budicin was born in Rovigno, Italy. He was 12 years old when his family settled in Southern California. After working as a commercial artist for 19 years, John finally decided to make his true passion, art, his lifetime profession. Working primarily on location, he finds his inspirations directly from life.
With many awards and honors, John's work has been in museum exhibitions and featured in many art magazines, such as, Cowboys and Indians, Art of the West, Southwest Art, Pasadena Magazine, California Art Club Newsletter, and Art Business News. Several of his paintings were selected and published in 200 Great Painting Ideas for Artist, and have been reproduced in several other art books.
Jeanne Mackenzie
5-Day Plein Air Workshop
July 12-17, 2009
$825
15 Student Limit
Oil and Pastel
All Levels Welcome
www.jeannemackenzie.com
Jeanne Mackenzie shares her love of nature by capturing the moment from life. Energy and freshness, associated with painting from life, shows through in her work. "Nature keeps me honest and the skills learned are invaluable tools to bring back into the studio."
Her style of painting is a blend of impressionism and realism. Her paintings are done in oil with rich warm tones and a painterly application. These reflect the bold light and striking contrasts of her favorite still lifes and western landscapes.
The focus of this workshop is not only on painting but also on solid composition, creating atmospheric perspective, understanding color temperatures and values. Students will develop their individual abilities while enhancing their own creative styles. Both experienced and novice painters will benefit from Jeanne's painting instruction - further building confidence and a solid background in the basics.
Andrew Lattimore
Outdoor Landscape Painting
July 26-31 2009
$925.00
18 student limit
All levels and mediums welcome
www.andrewlattimore.com
The overall focus of this 5-day workshop will be to teach participants to bring out the best aspects of their own painting style through a greater understanding of the elements of plein air painting. The understanding of the landscape requires astute observation of light, atmosphere, value, massing, composition and many other elements that we'll explore over the course of this workshop.
Each day will begin with an approximately 20 minute talk, where I will explain different approaches to the subject, based upon the existing light effect. Materials and technique will be discussed, followed by a 30-45 minute mini-demo. Students will then paint for the remainder of the morning. After our lunch break, we'll start a second painting in the afternoon session. During morning and afternoon sessions, I will visit all participants and will be instructing them as the day progresses. At the end of each day, there will be a final critique of all work done that day.
Richard McDaniel
Plein Air Workshop
August 16-21, 2009
$825
15 student limit
All levels welcome
Oil and Pastel
www.richardmcdaniel.com
Visit scenic locations and develop paintings from your impressions of the landscape. Richard provides easygoing, individual instruction in drawing, oils, or pastel. The workshop concentrates upon strong composition and lively color while examining the difference between working on location and in the studio.
Through demonstrations and discussion we will consider various ways to plan a painting, apply color, and make adjustments to works in progress. Participants will learn about materials, technique, and composition, and will gain a fresh understanding of color, value, and structure. Join us. You'll work hard--but you'll have fun.
Carolyn Anderson
"The Essence of Reality" -- Figurative Studio Class
September 13-18, 2009
$1, 495.00 (all-inclusive)
18 student limit
Oil
Intermediate to advanced
www.carolynanderson.com
The focus of this workshop will be learning to see and interpret the subject matter with an emphasis on expressive painting. We will discuss the basics of composition, value, and color, emphasizing the use of contrast and rhythm. In addition to technique, we will pay particular attention to the importance of seeing and learning how to respond to and evaluate information. Students will learn to interpret the subject and enjoy the challenge of alla prima painting. There will be demonstrations, a slide presentation, lectures, group discussion, and as much individual instruction as possible. Students will work from live models.
(This all-inclusive class will be held west of Cody at the awe-inspiring Mooncrest Ranch just north of the Northfork Hwy. Lodging and all delectable meals provided. Lodging is on a 1st come, 1st serve basis. Model fee is included in tuition.)