The following workshops are currently scheduled for 2011.
If interested in hosting a workshop, or if you have a group interested in taking a workshop, please contact Paul at info@paulkeysar.com or 704-596-1286 to work out the details.
September 12-14, 2011
Understanding Principles of the Landscape - Plein Air Painting Workshop
Location: Paul & Florence Thomas Memorial Art School, Glendale Springs, NC
$270, breakfast and lunch provided, workshop 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day
Register for this workshop
Lodging available for low cost of $45 double, $60 single occupancy
One Line: Through demo, discussion, and critiques, participants will develop a higher understanding of and gain a greater confidence in painting the landscape in plein air.
Full Description: The workshop will deal with the problems artists face during the beginning, middle, and end stages of a painting. Through demo, discussion, and critiques, Artist and Instructor Paul Keysar will help participants develop a higher understanding of and gain a greater confidence in painting the landscape in plein air. He will cover topics such as, how to work with your materials, the use of drawing as a foundation in painting, color choices, the importance of a good composition, and more. Paul will start each day with a short lecture and discussion time, followed by a demonstration. The remainder of each day will be spent painting the landscape with each student receiving individual guidance as needed. This workshop is suitable for students of all skill levels. Recommended supply list will be provided. Demos will be given in oil. Participants may work in oils or acrylics.