Leaning into spontaneity - link sent through email

$25.00

One hour demo from the initial sketch to ending with oils, all while keeping that initial energy and spontaneity in image making.
One hour pre-recorded video link sent by email.
We talk through our painting of bird and sunflower while keeping in mind techniques we have learned and creating from that initial loose, spontaneous place we all crave.
This is for all types of painters. Inks and Oil are used in the demo but could use acrylics or watercolor as well.
The link to the zoom recording will be sent by email along with the two reference pics.

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Simplifying the portrait with an emphasis in line

$50.00

Join me in this downloadable video as we walk and talk through a portrait and a figure using my process of inks and pastels and oil paint.
I work on prepared watercolor paper and on a wood panel. I discuss mannerisms in line, spontaneity, investigation, technique and will explain how to seal each layer as we build a painting using different mediums.


This is a 2 hour downloadable recording. After you purchase, I will send the reference photo in the email along with a materials list. After you download, it will show up in your download file on your desktop.
The first reference photo is one I took and have been given permission for you to use for your paintings. The second photo is a nude to the waist. I will send this photo reference out to those that would like to work from it. I have permission from the model to use the reference for my students to paint from. Please do not share the photo on social media etc.
Any questions please email me

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Watercolor and Oil painting mixed media demo and talk

$50.00

After purchase I will send you two links to your email to watch the recorded demo. These videos can be watched over and over for 60 days.
The first link is an hour, the second link is about 40 minutes and finishes up the painting.
The demo is done on hotpress watercolor paper 300lb with two layers of dried transparent gesso on the surface.
In the first part of the video we talk about and demonstrate composition as the foundation to understanding the image making process.
We then add watercolor for block-in and talk about edges, mark making, line, editing and energy.
The last layer we add to the image is oil paint and we talk about each layer and how to keep the integrity of each layer we add.
These two videos are done through zoom and will be a zoom link.

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30 min online one on one discussion/coaching/direction including specific questions about your unique art journey, technique, thoughts on process and much more

$50.00

30 min individual zoom meeting where you and I will discuss all your questions about painting, process, furthering your practice and more.

This is a great time to have those one on one discussions that are offered with in- person workshops but with the flexibility of online.

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ONE-ON-ONE 2-3 hour Online Exploration and Storytelling with OILS, WATERCOLOR, INK, CHALKS, PASTEL, COLORED PENCIL in sketchbook *must have access to zoom Custom workshop addressing your interests with mixed media, technique, process etc  All details work

$250.00

ALL LEVELS from nervous beginners to those looking to challenge and stretch themselves in their existing practice

OILS, WATERCOLOR, INK, SOFT PASTELS, COLORED PENCILS

We explore, observe and create in our sketchbooks/paper/wood panel. I demonstrate my process with mixed medium. I provide you with techniques on how to create with variety, expression and freedom. We explore energy in line, mark-making, color, guidance through composition, and so much more through editing in edges, sanding, building and layering. All of this while getting closer to our unique stories in image making through paint

Online one-on-one zoom sessions available

Private group in-person workshops available

Prerecorded demo and talk zoom links available

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Materials for Oils in Sketchbook 

​Sketchbooks
The key to a sketchbook that we can oil paint in is the weight of the paper.  Look for 145lb or 200gsm and up.  Cotton rag or cotton blend are both good options.  
My favorite brand of sketchbook and paper line is Hahnemuhle.  Their watercolor line of sketchbooks is great for working in with oils.  You can find these on Amazon or Blick.  The paper is 100% cotton rag and very durable.
Moleskin watercolor sketchbook line is great.  The paper is ivory white and a cotton blend also found on amazon or Blick.
Strathmore watercolor sketchbook line is a perfect choice as well.
There are many brands and options out there to choose from that are quality sketchbooks.  I highly recommend 165lb or 200gsm or higher weight paper when making your selection.

Brushes and Tools 
I personally love Blick Scholastic brushes.  They are inexpensive and durable.  Choose a variety of sizes and shapes, everyone has a different preference and we want ones that work for us.  
A pallet knife is a perfect tool for mark making and deconstruction.  Choose one or a few that look interesting, this will ultimately be a personal preference as well.

Oil paints
I highly recommend quick dry white by Gamblin for use in our sketchbooks.  Winsor and Newton and Gamblin have a line of oils that are fast matte/quick dry.  Purchase a few colors to mix in with your other oils and it will help with dry time in your sketchbooks.  They have alkyd and linseed oils mixed in with them that help with dry time.  
quick dry white
ivory black
cad yellow
alizarin red
cad red
burnt umber 
yellow ochre
​ultramarine blue 
Clear Gesso is used either in our class or before coming to class to prepare surface.  
Sand paper - 400 grit
​Odorless Mineral Spirits for cleaning your brushes.  
Paper Towels 
Disposable pallet paper large or travel pallet  
Markers 
Colored pencils 
Reference photos on phone or iPad or laptop


Materials for WATERCOLOR in SKETCHBOOK 

Sketchbooks 
Any watercolor sketchbook will be great.  I personally like Hahnemuhle, but there are so many quality books out there.  For our workshops I like to work in a 8x6 or 8x10 size.  There is no need to prep the pages for watercolor paint. 

Brushes and Tools
Watercolor brushes are great to use in all different sizes.  I like blick brand and to be honest one of my favorite watercolor brushes is an Artist Loft Firenze bright.  I believe in experimentation and the most expensive doesn't always mean the most effective.  
 Sandpaper in various grit is always a good idea in my workshops.  
Palette knife is useful
Palette for paint, either disposable pad or travel palette is good 
Paper towels 
Cup to hold water
Painters tape or masking tape 

Watercolor paints
Any brand and in any form works well. I use tube watercolors from Blick, Daniel Smith and Grumbacher. Dry watercolor palettes work too.  I also like the premixed with water Blick has to offer that come in a variety of colors.
If you have gouache you would like to bring to mess around with that will work great with watercolors too.
 Ivory Black 
White
Sap green
Emerald green
Cad Red
Alizarin crimson
Cad yellow
Yellow ochre
Ultramarine 
Any others that look fun and exciting to you.  I picked up an Opera Pink that has been super fun to experiment with.  Stay curious and interested when choosing supplies.

Be sure to bring reference pictures or paint from life with images we have in class or paint from the image I demonstrate with.  If you have your phone or ipad I can airdrop the image to you.