Fran Skiles recently taught a workshop for us. This was one of those great classes that spans the world of fiber artists and mixed media painters. It was a wonderful group and everyone “connected.”
The studio was a hub of activity.
Some people preferred to work large, which caused them to abandon their table for the floor!
Fran was always available for plenty of one-on-one discussion during the class.
It was nice to have sunny days so that work in progress could be hung to dry outside.
Our mini art supply shop is growing! Here are the latest new products in stock.
Fabric Dye Sticks
Pentel
Great for drawing designs on T-shirts and fabrics, these soft and blendable colors are like oil pastels. Heat set with iron for permanency. Non-toxic. The 7-Color Set includes: black, blue, green, red, orange, yellow and white. The 15-Color Set includes all of the colors in the smaller set plus brown, blue green, dark green, gray, ochre, pink, sky blue and yellow orange. We also have a 7 piece set.
Frisket Mask Liquid
Dr. Ph. Martin’s
Dr. Ph. Martin’s formula peels off clean without tearing the paper and seals well on most any surface. It’s AP approved non-toxic and conforms to ASTM Standard D-4236. In a 1 oz. bottle.
No-Run Blue Gel Glue
Elmer’s
This fun, no-run blue gel glue is easy to use and ideal for paper, cloth, school and craft projects. It is safe and non-toxic, dries clear and remains flexible. The easy to open twist cap allows you to squeeze out the proper amount. Use a damp cloth to clean up, and if dried, wash with soap and water. In a 4 oz. container.
Pen & Ink Watercolor Books
Art Alternatives
Pen & Ink Watercolor Books will inspire you to embrace the immediacy of watercolor and bathe your sketches in color. Each pocket-sized hard-bound book features 122 lb. cold-pressed, acid-free perforated pages, a bookmark, an expandable inner pocket and an elastic closure.
Pastelbord
Ampersand Art
Ideal for use with pastels and acrylics, Pastelbord holds pastels better than pastel paper and can be used wet or dry. To rework an area simply wash with water. Available in colors that provide an excellent under painting.
Regular Gels
Golden
These gels are creamy like Heavy Body Acrylic colors and are ideal for extending paint and regulating transparency.
Matte Medium
Golden
Gives a matte transparency when mixed with colors.
pH Neutral PVA Adhesive
Lineco/University Products
Made of archival polyvinyl acetate (PVA), this white, neutral pH adhesive is an excellent adhesive for bookbinding, collage or general art work. The adhesive spreads well, and has good open time and lay flat characteristics. Dries acid-free, solvent-free and water-soluble.
We just finished another great week with Colorado artist, Kim English. This was all about quick sketch painting to capture the moment.
Two models were used on each of the days, except for Wednesday when the group went to paint at our favorite local farm. The first day was spent in the studio with the models, working on quick sketches to capture gesture and shapes. The second day, the group set up around the pool. First the models were positioned on the second floor porch of the Carriage House and then in various set ups around the pool.
“Excellent experience – quick studies of gesture & intense color classes were the BEST!” – Susan P.
Kim will be returning again in 2014 to teach this very popular class.
Stained Papers and Collage was the 5-day workshop that was recently taught here by Gerald Brommer.
“Loved it! He is such an excellent teacher and a lovely man. Learned so much!” – Toni & Lorraine
The weather was beautiful all week.
Every evening before dinner the gang gathered on the front porch for a little fruit of the vine and lively conversation. Jerry Brommer hosted the wine for the dinner on Monday night, as is his usual, and each night after that another student hosted the wine. A very congenial and generous group!
Jerry will return to us in 2015 to teach another one of his wonderful workshops.
Colorado-based artist, Frank Francese, recently taught fabulous studio watercolor workshop to a full house.
“Exceeded my expectations. I have waited to study with Frank for a long time. I saw him paint a masterpiece in one of his demos” was a comment from Sally S.
“It gave me a different perspective to approaching painting. Unique! Now I can paint buildings,” is what Linda M said about the class.
This is the new Frank Francese painting that will soon be hung at our inn, the Greenville Arms 1889 Inn.
Frank will be returning in 2015 to each another 5-day workshop.
Also new at the inn is the expanding product line in our mini art supplies shop. This is just a small start, but we will be adding more as we gather suggestions and feedback from you!
