Shirley Cochran

Contact Shirley:
(707) 792-0578
artisfun@sonic.net
www.shirleycochran.com

Workshops and Classes with Shirley Cochran:

Please call Shirley for upcoming workshops.
Shirley Cochran 792-0578
E-mail: artisfun@sonic.net
Website: www.shirleycochran.com

Susan Cornelis

Contact Susan:
(707) 824-8163 http://imaginewithart.com
http://susancornelis.wordpress.com

Imagine with Art Workshops with Susan Cornelis:

Winter Workshops  
   The Muse group is a laboratory to spark creative expression, an opportunity to treat yourself to a regular infusion of art play in a supportive group setting. Each session features a different painting or art technique which you can add to your repertoire - from textured collage to a variety of wet media painting techniques.  
  
   Sunday  Muses (monthly)
When: Jan 3, Feb 7, Mar 7, Apr 11, May 2, Jun 6 2010 (6 monthly sessions)
Time: 10:00am-2pm
Cost: $240
Location: The Studio in the Orchard, North Sebastopol  

 Art Journaling  
Learn an art practice which captures your thoughts, feelings and intuitions in a playful visual format that you can keep as an ongoing book of your life. Using inks, water based paints, collage and written word we follow our initial flow, then move into guided reflection to develop art pages which are a timely expression of personal truth.   
Date:  March 20, 2010
Time:  10am-5pm
Where:  Sebastopol Center for the Arts, www.sebarts.org, 707-829-4797
Cost:  $80.

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Susan Cornelis
Website:  http://imaginewithart.com    
Art Blog:  http://susancornelis.wordpress.com
Visit my Etsy store to buy original paintings and prints: http://imaginewithart.etsy.com

Judith Cunningham

Contact Judith:
(707) 838-3391
Judith10813@att.net
http://www.judithcunningham.com/

Judith Cunningham Chinese Brush Painting Classes:

For information on upcoming classes, please call Judy at 707-838-3391 or E-mail her at Judith10813@att.net.

DONNA DeLABRIANDAIS

Contact Donna:
(707) 544-2153
donnasfineart@att.net
www.donnad.50megs.com
See workshop page for all information

Donna DeLaBriandais
PAINTING WORKSHOPS
E MAIL: donnasfineart@att.net, 707-544-2153
www.donnad.50megs.com to view artwork
www.santarosa.edu/communityed or call 527-4372. for her SRJC classes

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS 2010

PAINTING AS MEDITATION: A ONE DAY WORKSHOP

Saturday August 7, 10 am-3:30 pm. Combine creative experimentation with watercolor painting techniques, studies and painting in the gardens on the Santa Rosa Junior College campus. $87.00 Contact Junior College, with above information. All levels.

EXPRESSIVE SKETCHING AND DRAWING: ONE DAY WORKSHOP

Saturday, August 14th, 10 am-3:30 pm $87.00, Santa Rosa Junior College (information above).
Learn new techniques beyond the basics. We will do creative and experimental projects with instructional ideas and lots of projects. All levels. Fun class with no grades!

SKETCHING PEOPLE IN PUBLIC PLACES:

Five meetings, first in a studio setting, additional in various venues, jazz, blues clubs, symphony, fairs. Enjoy sketching with other artists and learn techniques. Contact S.R.J.C. information above and/or Donna. See Fall catalog Community Ed. Oct.-Nov. dates TBA.

Joe Gerber

Contact Joe:
(707) 545-0408

Workshops and classes with Joe Gerber:

Finding Creative Inspiration in the Jungian Archetypes
Where: Joe's Santa Rosa Studio
When: By arrangement, call for details.
Info: Exploring universal Archetypal meanings that provide a timeless link to our quest for meaning. Learn to incorporate themes of myth and magic into your paintings. Slide presentations and painting are done in each 3 hour session.
For painters of all levels and experience.

The Zen of Watercolor
Where: Joe's Santa Rosa Studio
When: By arrangement, call for details.
Info: A simple and straight forward approach to watercolor painting. With limited pallet and unlimited potential you will learn that what is stated in your painting is made meaningful by what is left unstated. Yin and Yang in balance is the key to successful and memorable paintings.
For painters at the beginning and intermediate levels of experience.

Introduction to the Use of Acrylics
Where: Joe's Santa Rosa Studio
When: By arrangement, call for details.
Info: Getting started with the use of acrylics. Both canvas and watercolor paper is used in this introduction to this versatile and different media.
For painters at the beginning and intermediate levels of experience.

Ginny Lancaster

Contact Ginny:
(707) 545-040

Workshops and Classes with Ginny Lancaster:

Workshops in Collage
Info: By arrangement. This workshop is taught using handmade papers of Japan and other materials.

Workshops in Sumi-e
Info: By arrangement. This workshop is taught using Japanese brush painting on paper and silk.

Workshops in Textile Dyeing with Paste Resist and Stencils
Info: By arrangement.

Ginny also gives lectures and "trunk" shows about handmade papers and Japanese textiles.

Barbara Myrom

Contact Barbara:
Tel: 707-537-0887
barbaramyrom@att.net

Workshops and Classes with Barbara Myrom:

Art Classes with Barbara Myrom
Barbara Myrom holds a B.A. in the Fine Arts, is founder of the Peninsula Watercolor Group, and has exhibited and taught drawing, painting, intuitive arts and stress reduction in a variety of settings. She began doing portrait commissions in the late sixties, and worked as a portrait artist at San Francisco’s Grant Avenue Street Fairs and Fisherman’s Wharf.

“Self-Portraits: Capturing your Essence”
Date: Five Tuesdays, October 12th - November 9th, 2010
Time: 1-3 pm
Location: Riley Street Art, 103 Maxwell Court, Santa Rosa
Fee: $125 (or $100 if you register by October 5th)
To register, contact Barbara Myrom (707) 537-0887
email: barbaramyrom@att.net
There are many ways to create a self-portrait. In this class, we’ll explore creative portraiture techniques using a variety of approaches and artistic media, including pencil, pen & ink, charcoal, soft pastels, and collage. Your own unique self-portraits will emerge, supported by instructor demos, individualized guidance, and group critiques.
Beginning and intermediate skill levels welcome.

2011 classes:
“Gesture Drawing: Art of the Quick Sketch”
“Contour Drawing: Synchronizing Hand and Eye”
“Design & Composition: The Foundation for Successful Drawings and Paintings”
Call Barbara for further information.

Patricia Martin OsborNE

Contact Patricia:
(707) 937-1104
posborne@mcn.org
Patricia's website

Workshops and Classes with Patricia Martin Osborn:

PATRICIA MARTIN OSBORNE is a full-time watercolor/mixed media painter whose paintings can be found in art books and on the covers of magazines. She is an international artist, instructor, juror, guest lecturer, and demonstrator. A teacher at MAC for over 15 years, Patricia has studied at CCAC, Oakland and San Jose State.
Patricia's objective is to expand your toolbox of techniques and knowledge that you can enjoy for a lifetime.

Phyllis Rapp

Contact Phyllis:
(707) 395-0316
rapp.phyllis@gmail.com

Workshops and Classes with Phyllis Rapp:

Phyllis Rapp earned a BFA from the Academy of Art in San Francisco, is a signature member of the California Water Color Association, was the founder and manager of the Upstairs Art Gallery in Healdsburg for 11 years, a past president of WASCO and taught classes in her studio for many years. She was a six year participant in Artrails and is the winner of numerous awards from national and local juried shows.

Art Coaching
Private advice and consultation to help you meet your goals as an artist
Will help you with:
Technique
Design and composition
Finding your own style
Artistic direction
Promoting your art
Developing your portfolio
Tips for becoming a better artist
Fee $20/hour
For more info or private appointments call Phyllis Rapp (707) 395-0316 or email rapp.phyllis@gmail.com

Watercolor Classes: Developing Your Style
Instructor- Phyllis Rapp CWA
Fee $320 10am-3pm
8 week session:
Tuesdays September 7,14,21 &28 October 5,19,26 (no Oct. 12) November 2
Healdsburg Community Center at Foss Creek School, Room 4
1557 Healdsburg Ave. Healdsburg (Directions will be given with enrollment)
The emphasis of these classes is to support each student in developing their own style and help them to achieve their personal art goals.
This is not a beginner class. Techniques, design and composition will be reviewed in lectures but the main emphasis of this class will be that each student will be guided and encouraged to paint in their own personal approach to watercolor. No material list will be needed. Students will choose their own paints, paper and brushes.

Katrina Small

Contact Katrina:
PO Box 1283
Windsor, Ca 95492
Tel: 707-620-0128
katrina@katgrafix.com
Katrina's website

Workshops with Katrina Small:

Private instruction available. Learn the nuances of portrait paianting; how to capture the spirit of a person as you paint them. Contact Katrina for more information.

Susan St. Thomas

Schoolhouse Studio
2400 Joy Road, Occidental
707 874-9462
http://www.stthomasstudio.comsstmandala@telis.org

ART CLASS AND WORKSHOP SCHEDULE 2010
with Susan St.Thomas M.A.

Varenna
1401 Fountaingrove Pky, Santa Rosa
Ongoing older adult art class offered through the Santa Rosa JC
Every Thursday afternoon, 1-4pm. Free. 707 526-1226

Schoolhouse Studio
2400 Joy Road, Occidental
707 874-9462, www.stthomasstudio.com, sstmandala@telis.org

THE ASTROLOGICAL MANDALA
Sunday, July 25, 10:00 – 3:00
Use the power and beauty of the circle arts to draw and paint a personal mandala, designed from your natal chart. Includes private mini reading of your chart. $75.

ABSTRACT WATERCOLOR AND MIXED MEDIA
Sunday, August 29, 10:00 – 3:00.
Free of drawing, improvise with watercolor textures, dynamic color combinations and collage. All levels. $75.

POURING LIGHT
Sunday, September 26, 10:00 – 3:00
Experiment with masking, then pouring and blending watercolors right on the paper. Accent with high contrast and negative painting for light effects. $75.

Monday drop in painting sessions, once a month. Demos and critiques. 1-4. $15