Each workshop will focus on:
• Overcoming the fear of painting outdoors
• Understanding and simplifying shapes
• Composition and design
• Laying down a foundation confidently
• Creating and developing focal points
• Balancing cool and warm colors
• Creating atmospheric perspective
• Developing an individual's technical ability
The Santa Fe Workshop
May 1-3, 2009
Follow in the footsteps of Georgia O'Keefe... this new workshop
location will be sure to inspire! Santa Fe is an enchanting travel
destination rich in heritage, arts and culture. You'll be nestled in
the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the foothills of the Rockies, immersed
in natural beauty, with an average of 325 days of sunshine and blue
sky. Join us as we explore the environs of this historic high desert
town while learning the fundamentals of painting en plein air. Fee for
three days of instruction is $300. A deposit of $150 is required by
April 15th, 2009 to hold your place.
The Bermuda Workshop
November 20-22, 2009
Join award winning artist, Eli Cedrone for a unique experience in
Bermuda! Follow in the footsteps of Winslow Homer, from the
breathtaking, beaches of the South Shore to the winding alleyways of
St. George’s. Explore the island, “en plein aire” while learning to
paint in the alla prima tradition; from life and all in one sitting.
This 3 day workshop includes a demo and lecture each day and is
scheduled for November, when the climate in Bermuda is perfect for
painting outdoors.
Fee for three days of instruction is $300. A deposit of $150 is
required by October, 2009 15th to hold your place. Space is limited to
15 people, book early to take advantage of special group packages
rates. Price may increase depending on availability at time of booking.
All rates are per person, double occupancy from Boston. A valid
passport is required for travel to Bermuda.
Painting the Figure
First Saturday of each month - beginning March 7th, 2009
This monthly figure workshop will meet from 10am to 4:30pm with a break
for lunch. Each class is a separate, one day workshop addressing a
different aspect of painting the figure such as; setting up the model,
paint handling, problem solving and the process of making an emotional
statement with your work. The morning session will include a demo and
lecture, followed by individual instruction as each student paints the
model. A strong emphasis is placed on the need to create preliminary
sketches as the foundation for stronger paintings. This is an intensive
program, designed to strengthen skills of perception as well as mastery
of the medium. Perfect for promising young artists (16+) who are
preparing for a career in the visual arts. Cost: $80. per class with
payment due one week in advance. Classes are held in the Hingham
Studio, 3 Pond Park Road, Hingham, MA 02043.
"A work of art does not appeal to the intellect, it's aim not to
instruct, but to awaken an emotion." - George Inness
ELI CEDRONE FINE ART
www.elicedrone.com
The value of a spritual stroke, correctly placed is beyond calculation
- Balthus