BELLOWS FALLS-The Saxtons River Art Guild (SRAG) announces a one-day workshop given by Vermont watercolorist Robert J. O'Brien on Saturday, April 20, at the United Church of Bellows Falls, 8 School St., from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The theme of the workshop is "Spring Landscapes." Students will learn how to paint the subtle colors of spring using reference photos. Composition and painting light and shadow will be explored in this workshop. Class attendants should bring watercolors, paper, and a reference photo, preferably of a spring scene, to work from.
O'Brien will have several reference photos available for students to work from. This is open to all abilities with some drawing and watercolor experience suggested.
O'Brien will demonstrate painting a landscape, while explaining each step of the painting process, and participants will paint along on their own pieces. A critique and class discussion will be held at the end of the session.
O'Brien has been painting in watercolor for more than 40 years and is a popular workshop instructor. More information and images of his artworks can be found on his website, robertjobrien.com.
Workshop fees are $70 for SRAG members and $90 for nonmembers. SRAG will have coffee and tea, but participants should bring their own lunch. For registration or more information, contact Carolyn Berglund at [email protected].
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