2024 in-person ART Workshops
September 20, 2024 workshop
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October 12th, 2024
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November 23, 2024
One Day Workshop Developing Drawings for Watercolor Paintings 9:00-3:00 Get More Info at: https://www.rehobothartleague.org/class/drawing-for-watercolor-painting/ |
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November 19th, 2024
Acrylic Pallet Knife Painting One day workshop Art League of Ocean City, Maryland 9:30 - 3:30 Get more info at: https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/1701 |
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Host a watercolor workshop at your organization
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watercolor instruction Philosophy...
More important than basic watercolor handling techniques are “ Watercolor Whys ”.
There is nothing worse than just telling a workshop student what to do!
The watercolor student must understand “why” a painting is executed in a certain manner.
My students are thoroughly informed as to “why” great watercolor art looks the way it does.
“ Watercolor Whys” topics include:
• Understanding the importance and differences in materials and tools.
• The paramount objective of creating light within a watercolor painting.
• Choosing subject matter, simplification and dynamic composition design.
• Utilizing a 4 layer, 4 value strategy to create “un-muddy” paintings that “pop”.
• A simplified approach to color, color mixing & color temperature.
• The importance of the “5 Chair Legs” to every good painting. (Composition, Value, Color, Edges & Story)
• Using opaque details to bring a painting to life!
There is nothing worse than just telling a workshop student what to do!
The watercolor student must understand “why” a painting is executed in a certain manner.
My students are thoroughly informed as to “why” great watercolor art looks the way it does.
“ Watercolor Whys” topics include:
• Understanding the importance and differences in materials and tools.
• The paramount objective of creating light within a watercolor painting.
• Choosing subject matter, simplification and dynamic composition design.
• Utilizing a 4 layer, 4 value strategy to create “un-muddy” paintings that “pop”.
• A simplified approach to color, color mixing & color temperature.
• The importance of the “5 Chair Legs” to every good painting. (Composition, Value, Color, Edges & Story)
• Using opaque details to bring a painting to life!
watercolor Methodology...
Workshop students are engaged with innovative multi-media presentations composed of computer animations, video, 3D modeling and in-depth dissection and analysis of world class examples.
This technology along with methodical live painting demonstrations, one-on-one
coaching and class critiques are all designed to further student understanding
of the watercolor medium and its amazing potential for personal expression and enjoyment.
This technology along with methodical live painting demonstrations, one-on-one
coaching and class critiques are all designed to further student understanding
of the watercolor medium and its amazing potential for personal expression and enjoyment.
watercolor instruction objective...
My primary objective is to help watercolor students overcome their fear and hesitancy and learn to embrace the quirky and unpredictable nature of the watercolor medium. My goal is to help watercolor students fully understand the medium and to find joy when painting... not stress!
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watercolor student testimonials...
"Leo has covered the fundamentals very well: graded washes, negative painting, layering, edges, foreground/middle ground/background, tonal study, form, focal points, color, composition, and other concepts. But as a talented artist in his own right, Leo Kahl brings another element to class that I most appreciate, and that is his artistic flair which he
generously attempts to share with his students. Therefore in class, he walks around to each student to give them individualized attention, so that they too can achieve a more artistic piece.
He also incorporates multimedia into his lessons, using step by step handouts, videos, computer presentations, and step by step demonstrations start to finish. In addition to working on specifically planned lessons, students also have the flexibility to choose their own subject matter in order to apply the techniques presented. And very importantly, the class atmosphere is relaxed, positive, and fun.
I have learned so much and have appreciated the opportunity to take Leo’s class. I would recommend it to anyone, from an adventurous beginner to the advanced watercolorist." Yvonne Wagner
generously attempts to share with his students. Therefore in class, he walks around to each student to give them individualized attention, so that they too can achieve a more artistic piece.
He also incorporates multimedia into his lessons, using step by step handouts, videos, computer presentations, and step by step demonstrations start to finish. In addition to working on specifically planned lessons, students also have the flexibility to choose their own subject matter in order to apply the techniques presented. And very importantly, the class atmosphere is relaxed, positive, and fun.
I have learned so much and have appreciated the opportunity to take Leo’s class. I would recommend it to anyone, from an adventurous beginner to the advanced watercolorist." Yvonne Wagner
"You make me think all the time about glow layers, mop brushes, values, colors, mixing colors, paints, dry brush strokes, brushes, rough and cold press paper, jewelry, people, animals and shadows. I am sure I left something out! You have a nice way of sharing what you know about watercolor painting. Your talent is not only in being a watercolor artist, but also in your ability to help others to learn techniques and to share your enthusiasm. I really enjoyed your class and I hope you will continue to teach." Pat Anderson
Organize a watercolor workshop and attend for free!
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