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Workshops 2012
Any workshop spot can be reserved with a $100.00 deposit.
For a workshop registration form,click here. Starting with 2012 workshops, all attendees who register and pay their deposits 60 days or more in advance of the beginning of the class will be entered in a drawing to receive $100 off the total cost of the workshop. To pay your deposit via PayPal online, add the appropriate workshop to your shopping cart and follow the instructions. You do NOT have to have a PayPal account to use your credit card for payment. Please complete and return a registration form (above) even if you pay online.
FAQ for workshop participants - see below.
FAQ for workshops at Nancy Couick Studio & Gallery
Unless otherwise noted, all workshops begin at 10:00 am and end at 4:00 pm. Registration confirmation will be sent by email upon receipt of deposit and registration form. Balance of payment is due at least (30) thirty days before the workshop begins. Supply lists and general information will be sent by email in a timely manner before the workshop. The Studio and Gallery are handicapped accessible. If a participant requires special accommodation, the Studio should be notified in advance.
There are several hotels in the area which offer a courtesy discount for workshop participants from out of town. Please call the Studio at 704-541-6944 for suggestions.
Please click on this link (or copy and paste into your browser) to get the corporate rate at the Pineville Hampton Inn nearby. http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/reservations/index.jhtml?hotel=PVLNCHX&corporateCode=0002721092
February 10-12, 2012 Kate Worm
“Figures in Watercolor and Gouache”
Kate Worm is known for her unique use of printer-rollers (and sometimes no brush work at all) in watercolors and gouache, creating loose and captivating images.Take this opportunity to learn her unique roller technique for watercolor figures.Kate is the 2010 winner of the NC Watercolor Society Annual Competition.She was highlighted in a 2006 article called “Rolling on the Color” in Watercolor Artist magazine.She lives and paints in Hickory.
$295.00
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February 25 & 26, 2012 Nancy Couick "Painting Animals"
Nancy's "Painting Animals" classes are always a sellout. Come and spend two days learning to create realistic eyes, noses and fur using Nancy's subjects or your own. This is an excellent class for beginner and intermediate painters.
$150.00
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March 9, 10, 11, 2012 Suzanna Winton "Painting People and other subjects in watercolor"
For more than 18 years Suzanna Winton has captured the essence of the human soul through her watercolor portraits. She is the recipient of over 30 awards and has been featured in many national publications. These publications include Splash 6, The Artist's Magazine, American Artist, Watercolor Magic, Watercolor Basics, and Watercolor Artist's. The staff of The Artist's Magazine lists her as "an artist on the rise and one of 20 artists who we believe are destined to be master painters of the future" (01/04). Suzanna is a signature member of the Florida Watercolor Society, Southern Watercolor Society and Watercolor West. $275
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April 19-22, 2012 Tom Jones Watercolor Workshop
Tom Jones teaches workshops from coast to coast and is considered a master of his craft. His art can be found in private and corporate collections and his paintings have been featured on PBS, in books, magazines, brochures, posters and museums. He also has many instructional DVD's and is the author of two books.
The instructor will supply paper and paint (included in the price of the workshop).
Birgit O'Connor specializes in big, bold beautiful flowers. Spend five days with this amazing artist. Her work has been published in over 40 national and international publications and is included in many collections throughout the world. She has won numerous national and international awards. She has written two books, "Watercolor in Motion" and "Watercolor Essentials".
Do not send payment without verbal confirmation of space available,Workshop is full. We can put any who do not get in on a waiting list, but please do not send a deposit without confirmation. Waiting list space can be reserved with a $100 deposit paid by check. The check will be held until confirmation of an opening. If a space does not open, the check will be returned.
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June 28-30, 2012 Janet Rogers “Watercolor Rhythms in Faces and Figures”
Portraits and figures in watercolor, either from the model or from photographs that students bring or from the instructor’s collection will be the focus of this workshop by renowned watercolor artist Janet Rogers. She is well known for her sensitive portraits of women and children. Through a series of painting and drawing exercises, students will develop a more loose and natural approach, giving them an opportunity to be more spontaneous and expressive in their paintings.
Join the class when Janet returns to Charlotte for another great workshop!
$295
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July 26-28, 2012 Anne Abgott returns for more "Daring Color"
Anne Abgott, an award winning artist and author of "Daring Color" will once again teach an exciting technique using brilliant color in watercolors. An excellent instructor, Anne is adept at creating excitement in her work and will share this knowledge with you. A fun and fact-filled workshop, you will take away som terrific paintings and much information that will infuse your work with new enthusiasm!
August 18-19, 2012 Sharron Burns "Painting Glass and Crystal"
Watercolor artists know the complex issues that need to be considered when trying to capture the essence of glass and crystal. Sharron Burns has developed outstanding techniques which she will convey to the class. Students will spend two days focusing on the play of light, color and reflection in glass.
$190.00
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September 14-15, 2012 Nancy Couick "What do you Mean Watercolors are Hard?"
This excellent two day class for beginners and anyone who want to improve their techniques is always very popular. Come and spend two days with Nancy. For more information, check out Nancy's DVD by the same name, available here.
$190
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September 27-29, 2012 Joseph Fettingis "Portraits and other things!"
The Workshop
Learn how to understand and work with colors and values, how to control the moisture on brushes and paper, how to glaze the colors, and how to move the colors to create balance and movement.Students will also work on designing composition and so much more!Students will be given projects to work on. These projects are designed to bring the students to a higher level in a short time. There will be a variety of subject matter ....A people painting one day and something else the next day. We will have 5 or 6 small demos everyday and every demo will have a problem solving goal.
The goal is for students to paint without guessing.
$295.00
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November 8-10, 2012 Karlyn Holman "Fun Watercolor Techniques"
We will welcome Karlyn Holman again in 2012. For those who have studied with her in the past, this will be a wonderful repeat opportunity. Her classes always fill up fast, so register early.
$325
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2013 Workshops
February 7-10, 2013 Karen Vernon
March 28-31, 2013 Ted Nuttall
Check back soon to see other upcoming workshops. New workshops and instructors are being added regularly.
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