2018 Workshops & Classes
Shirley’s workshops and classes are held at St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre (unless stated otherwise in course description), #1 St. Peters Centre Blvd, St. Peters, MO 63376, 636-397-6903, ext. 1623 or 636-947-1936.
Most of the items needed for the classes and workshops are available in the Dick Blick catalog. John Pike Palettes are available from Cheap Joes catalog.
Watermedia Abstractions Workshop, $415/non-member, $375/member
Art Center Sarasota
Sarasota, FL
January 29 – 31, 2018
You will paint textural collage substrates using three Golden fluid acrylic colors during this three day class. One of these surfaces will be enhanced with graphic shapes and painted over, one will be used as a substrate for a floral, and one will we developed into a rock-scape. The textural elements used to create interesting patterns on the papers may be added back onto the paintings as an enhancement.
Independent Study classes, $120
Wednesdays, Feb 28 – April 11, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Seven weeks. Students will paint in their choice of mediums and subject matter using their own studies. Individual attention will be given to assist the student to complete the painting of their choice. All levels are welcome. Homework will be assigned.
Call instructor for more information: 636-947-1936.
Watercolor Basics, $100
Tuesdays 1 – 3 p.m. beginning March 6 – April 10
Six Weeks. Designed for beginner to intermediate levels. Using a palette of seven colors, the class will be led by easy to follow directions and demonstrations on how to create beautiful watercolors. Numerous techniques, color theory, values and value patterns will be discussed. Upon registering, a complete list of supplies will be sent. Next session will be the summer classes.
Call instructor for more information: 636-947-1936.
Watercolor Floral Greeting Cards, $110
Friday & Saturday, March 16 & 17, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Watercolor greeting cards will be used in class and painted with a variety of water media: Sharpie pen, watercolor, watercolor pencils, watercolor crayons, etc. Fluid acrylics may sneak in there some place, if desired. All levels are invited. This is a fun approach to florals.
Call instructor for more information: 636-947-1936.
Watermedia Floral Collage Workshop, $110
Friday & Saturday, April 27 & 28, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Bring your favorite floral reference materials and use them to create inspiring water-media paintings in watercolor or fluid acrylics. Iris will be our subject matter Bring your watercolor crayons and a small variety of rice papers for embellishments to play with.
Call instructor for more information: 636-947-1936.
Flower Abstractions, $110
Friday & Saturday, May 18 & 19, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
The student may paint in fluid or regular acrylics. Bring black and white designs on paper including script. Looking for polka dots, gingham or small squares, etc. (designs that will be mostly be hidden under the paint). These will be added first then painted over and scratched into to reveal surprises. The color wheel reference will be used frequently. Over-painting will be demonstrated with neutral colors. All levels are invited.
Call instructor for more information: 636-947-1936.
Private Lessons
Private lessons are available with Shirley by appointment.
636-947-1936
E-mail Shirley Nachtrieb