Expand Your Drawing Skills
Instructor: Michaelin Otis
Good drawing leads to better paintings! Beginner to advanced, we will study different ways of drawing, from pencil, to charcoal and beyond.
Great drawing skills will lead to better artwork. You will learn to measure (to achieve great likenesses), perspective, shading, atmosphere, and how to create great compositions. The different properties of graphite, charcoal and inks will be discussed.
The first day we will be covering learning from the old masters, and measuring to create lifelike and proportional drawings. In addition, wire drawing, based on Karen Knutson’s techniques and Michaelin’s shortcuts will be taught.
Day two we will cover different shades of graphite, charcoal and ink. Shading and volume will be covered as well as quality of line and value.
The third day you will complete at least one finished drawing, learning what to include and what to leave to the imagination of the viewer. You will learn when you are done, and when you need more or less detail. You will choose what materials to use on your drawings.
Michaelin is a watercolor, collage and mixed media artist with work in the permanent collection at Pierce Western Art Museum in Corsicana, TX. She is also the author of Watercolor for the Fun of It, Painting People and an illustrator of ten children’s books. She is contributing author to Painting People, the Essential Guide. Her artwork is featured in Searching for the Artist Within and Watercolor, Making Your Mark, both by Karlyn Holman, and Create Perfect Paintings by Nancy Reyner, and Splash 9, published by Northlight Books. She has been featured in Artists Magazine, Watercolor Magic, Western Art Collector and Southwest Art.
Michaelin co-owned Avalon Arts Gallery in White Bear Lake for 18 years. She has taught workshops around the country and in Mexico. She taught for Holbein Art Materials around the country for several years. Michaelin is a signature member of the Taos National Society of Watercolorists and Louisiana Watercolor Society and has been in numerous juried national art shows. She has won many National Awards, both for her collages and her watercolors. Michaelin is represented by Rogoway Turquoise Tortoise Gallery in Tubac, AZ. View works by Michaelin at rogowaygalleries.com.
Dates: November 27 – 29, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (bring a sack lunch)
Location: Theater Lobby at CPAC
Fee: $370, Early Bird Special $335 if paid in full by November 13, 2023
Registration Cut-off Date: November 20, 2023
Supply List: Will be available soon.
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Plein Air Watercolor to Studio Creations
Instructor: Roberta Rogers
This workshop will give students of all levels the opportunity to work “en plein air” with outstanding views of the Arizona Desert. Learning to see and choose landscape elements will lead artists to express an authentic view via the extra exposure to nature. Each day will also include time in the studio to refine the work, or to take the plein air information to other creative ideas. Cropping, color experimentation, composition and value changes are a few ideas to be gained for future work. A new focus, no fear and fun are extra benefits from this workshop!
Roberta Rogers holds a Master’s Degree in Art From California State University at Fresno A third generation watercolorist, Rogers has specialized in watercolor landscapes and historic architecture of the Southwest. Her work is recognized by its’ sparkling color, attention to detail and interesting views of subject matter.
The artist taught Watercolor for 25 years at Coconino Community College in Flagstaff before moving to Tubac where she has taught for the Tubac Center for the Arts and Tubac School of Fine Arts. Currently showing at Tubac Arts and Gifts at 30 Tubac Road and exhibiting at various outdoor shows such at the Tubac Festival of Fine Art and Art in the Park-July 4th in Flagstaff are shows! Best of Show in Arizona Aqueous Competition for 2019 for “Red Hots.” View works by Roberta at https://www.robertarogerswatercolors.com/.
Dates: January 4 – 5, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM (1 hour break for lunch) (bring a sack lunch).
Location: Theater lobby at CPAC
Fee: $260, Early Bird Special $240 if paid in full by December 21, 20223
Registration Cut-off Date: December 28, 2023
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Southwestern Inspired Mixed Media
Instructor: Suzanne Villella
Create colorful mixed media pieces inspired by the beautiful southwestern landscape. Learn the supplies and materials, including paper, acrylic paint, matte medium, and varnish and their applications on a wood panel to create a unique and dynamic piece of artwork. On day 1 you will work on several small format landscapes to get an understanding of the materials. On day 2 of the workshop, you will create a larger format piece, while using your new mixed media knowledge and skills.
Suzanne studied art at the University of Arizona. Her first passion was watercolor painting. She has been focused on mixed media for the last 15 years. She has taught numerous classes in mixed media. Suzanne shows her work regularly at the Southern Arizona Art Guild Gallery and the Tucson Gallery in the Proper Shops, both located in Tucson, Arizona. She is the current president of the Southern Arizona Arts Guild and is passionate about supporting the local arts.
Suzanne is married to Matt Villella. They traveled the world while Matt flew the A-10 with the US Air Force and are now settled in Tucson. They have three children and two rescue pups.
Artist Statement
Imagine combining textiles to create a work of art. Paper, photographs, metal, maps, papers, and sheet music, layered and secured with your favorite paint. Options are limitless. I find fabulous color, papers and texture appealing. Mixed media work challenges me to combine materials harmoniously. My style is unique.
A story evolves from each piece I create. Nothing is placed on the canvas without intent. I like words. Words can be powerful, especially standing on their own. I like surprises. Watching someone discover a subtle ideal hidden in my work is exciting. I want people to think, ask questions.
I am inspired by real world experiences and history. If something is interesting, it needs to be shared.
Dates: February 27 – 28, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (bring a sack lunch).
Location: Theater Lobby at CPAC
Fee:Includes Special Supplies (wood blocks, acrylic paint, brushes, papers, matte medium, varnish, water wells, paper towels, brayers): $275, Early Bird Special $255 if paid in full by February 13, 2024
Supplies List: Pencil, scissors, apron and gloves if you do not like getting paint on your hands
Registration Cut-off Date: February 16, 2024
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The Expressive Portrait!
Instructor: Tonja Vojacek Sell
This class will approach portrait painting in an experimental, fun way. Together we will learn to take risks and explore abstraction while working toward the goal of a finished portrait(s).
We’ll focus on loosening up, learning how to embrace and utilize “mistakes” while discovering the joy of the journey! I encourage experimentation while creating mixed media portraits from start to finish.
We will not only discover how to improve our classic portrait feature painting skills, but also, how to build up interesting layers by experimenting with a variety of mark making tools.
We’ll touch on value and color mixing to improve your confidence while creating expressive but harmonious non-traditional portrait paintings.
Tonja Vojacek Sell is a Wisconsin native and daughter of glass artisans. She attended the Milwaukee School of Art & Design, where she studied fine arts, drawing, and illustration.
Tonja lives with her family in the home, teaching studio & gallery they built near Lake Superior. They spend part of their winters in Cochise County, AZ. Tonja works in and teaches many different mediums; including oil, acrylic, watercolor, ceramic, glass, felt and more!
Tonja is an award winning artist who has been represented by galleries across the country and her work is in multiple private collections Internationally. She is well known for her figurative work but enjoys painting a wide range of subjects and styles.
She and her husband, Matthew, also lead International Art Tours where students explore and paint. Links to her online classes may be found on her website: www.doartworx.com.
Dates: March 26 – 27, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (bring a sack lunch).
Location: Theater Lobby at CPAC
Fee: $300, Early Bird Special $270 if paid in full by March 12, 2024
Registration Cut-off Date: March 19, 2024
Supply List: Will be available soon.
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Merging Pastels & Watercolor
Instructors: Tonja Vojacek Sell
This class is for beginner to advanced students who are interested in exploring water mixed media. This unique combination of common materials promises surprising and exciting results! If you have found traditional watercolor too “color-less,” limiting or even frustrating ~ consider trying this mixed-media approach. Pastels add an exciting layer to watercolor under-painting. Learn to mix these mediums to create a whole new look for your watercolor or pastel painting!
Subject matter will vary, and Tonya will walk you through the process step by step to build your confidence and control.
Tonja Vojacek Sell is a Wisconsin native and daughter of glass artisans. She attended the Milwaukee School of Art & Design, where she studied fine arts, drawing, and illustration.
Tonja lives with her family in the home, teaching studio & gallery they built near Lake Superior. They spend part of their winters in Cochise County, AZ. Tonja works in and teaches many different mediums; including oil, acrylic, watercolor, ceramic, glass, felt and more!
Tonja is an award-winning artist who has been represented by galleries across the country and her work is in multiple private collections Internationally. She is well known for her figurative work but enjoys painting a wide range of subjects and styles.
She and her husband, Matthew, also lead International Art Tours where students explore and paint. Links to her online classes may be found on her website: www.doartworx.com.
Dates: April 16 – 17, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (bring a sack lunch).
Location: Theater Lobby at CPAC
Fee: $300, Early Bird Special $270 if paid in full by April 2, 2024
Registration Cut-off Date: April 9, 2024
Supply List: Will be available soon.
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