Paul Jackson Watercolour Workshop in Victoria, BC

This fall, Paul Jackson, will be here in our small hamlet of Brentwood Bay (20 minutes from downtown Victoria, BC) to provide a workshop to 18 lucky students.  We are keeping the workshop limited to a small group so that every student gets enough individual attention. 

The workshop will be held Nov 9-12, 2012 at the Saanich Fairgrounds in Central Saanich, BC.   The topic will be Painting Shiny Stuff".  Paul will demonstrate step by step instruction on completing a beautiful light filled watercolour painting. He will divulge his secrets to painting reflections in glass and metals, like silver, chrome, and brass.  Also, discussions will focus on composition and what gives a painting that "wow" factor.

Seating is limited and is starting to fill up...so please do not delay, if you are interested in this workshop go to Lady Slipper Studios for more details.   Don't miss out on this opportunity...register now to hold your seat!

After the storm

Still wet and just off the easel...I have been demonstrating waves recently and when I found this old photo of the Ucluelet area, on the West Coast of the Island;  I wanted to try and capture  the energy of the waves... I  thought I may need to mask out the whites, but chose not to use frisket.  I wanted to try to paint around the the whites... I am pleased with the result, but in the end I did add a bit of gouache...but only a bit...

let me know your thoughts on the piece...any and all comments are appreciated...be ruthless!  I need to know if this piece is worthy of putting in a show?

Monterey Centre Continuing Education Brochure to be released December 1st

Monterey Centre Art classes After December 1st 2011; once on the site, click Adult Programs. 
Realistic Waves in Seacapes: Jan 11-Feb22 1-3:30pm
You will take away your own watercolour painting of a Seascape and the knowledge of how to create the realistic waves that make these paintings so desirable. Luminous seascapes are only a few classes away. This is a highly sought after class, so do not delay, come join in on the fun. Materials required.
Supplies List: For details visit http://www.samboehner.com 

 Painting Stunning Glass and Crystal Jan 11-Feb 22 6:30-9pm
Get ready to create dazzling, light filled watercolours that explore complex ideas with simple techniques. These paintings can be masterful and easy to achieve once you know how. Sam will teach you all she knows about creating light and reflection, showing you how to observe light and paint it in a new way. Materials required
Supplies List: For details visit http://www.samboehner.com
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Pouring Light on Coconuts with Watercolour Jan 12-Feb 23 12:30-3pm
We will pour paint on paper to create the luminous watercolours made popular by Jean Grastorf, and Leslie Redhead. In this class we will use masking fluid, and layers of transparent watercolour to create a painting reminiscent of Zanzibar; a   painting that flows and glows. Pouring classes are always popular so sign up now. Materials required
Supplies List: For details visit http://www.samboehner.com

On the Waterfront March 14-Apr18 6:30-9pm
Coastal scenes, small and loose. We will paint 6 scenes in watercolour that include all that the coast can bring: fog,  driftwood, sand and rocks, pounding surf, and tranquil bays. Join us won’t you for 6 weeks of painting and fun.
Materials required + print fee.
Supplies List: For details visit http://www.samboehner.com

Trouble Shooting Watercolour March 14-April 18 1-3:30pm
In this class we will have fun painting and deliberately creating common painting problems, so we can apply practical solutions to fix them. Watercolours are often seen as too difficult and unmanageable. Sam will demonstrate how you can easily fix most any problem in watercolour. Materials required.
Supplies List: For details visit http://www.samboehner.com

 Flowers; Bold and beautiful March 15-April 19 12:30-3pm
In this class you will paint flowers in watercolour that quite simply “glow”. Painting from a photograph, Sam will review things to look for and to avoid when choosing a photograph to paint. She will demonstrate each class the many techniques you will use to create your bold and beautiful masterpiece. Materials required
Supplies List: For details visit http://www.samboehner.com

Panorama Rec Centre Brochure to be released Nov 23rd.

New classes announced at Panorama Recreation Centre:

Sam L Boehner will be teaching 3 classes for the 2012 Winter/Spring  line up.  

Boats & Reflections in Watercolour

This is not the image we will be painting, sample only.

 
16 yrs+
We will explore painting boats in calm harbours & bays and
find the secrets to painting beautiful reflections. Using many
of the techniques previously learned in combination with new
approaches to give your watercolours greater depth.
Location: Central Saanich Cultural Centre Room A
66072 Tu 1pm - 3:30pm Jan 17 - Feb 21 6/$87.50
 
Florals: a Bug’s Perspective in Watercolour

This is not the image we will be painting, sample only.

 
16 yrs+
Students will paint an enlarged view of flowers based on Georgia
O’Keefe’s style of floral paintings We will paint poppies close up
and personal from a honey bee’s perspective. What fun! You will
learn how to mix colours using a limited palette and how to work
in thin layers of washes to build a flower that glows.
Location: Central Saanich Cultural Centre Room A
66073 Tu 1pm - 4pm Mar 27 - Apr 24 5/$105
 
Glassworks: Painting Luminous Glass in Watercolour

This is not the image we will be painting, sample only.

 
16 yrs+
Sam will demonstrate the versatility of watercolour paint. Using
the basics in watercolour techniques you will further develop these
skills and produce a stunning painting. You will learn how to mix
colours using a limited palette and how to work in thin layers of
washes to build up luminous colours.
Location: Central Saanich Cultural Centre Room A
66074 Th 6:30pm - 9pm Mar 15 - Apr 19 6/$87.50