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Brightwood Studio Workshops and Seminars for 2012

Brightwood Studios is located at the western base of beautiful Mt. Hood -- just 45 minutes away from Portland International Airport, along Highway 26. Nestled among the wooded foothills of the Cascade Range, this rustic retreat features two large classrooms, easy paved access, and enough majestic mountain scenery to inspire even the most timid artist. Lily ponds, terraced gardens, tumbling mountain streams, and well groomed forest trails invite the artist to wander, linger, and create. At the end of the day, unwind with a walk in the woods. In the evening, you will want to gather around the fire to hear pioneer stories, roast marshmallows, and gaze at the stars, perfectly framed between lofty moonlit peaks. Nearby, you will find a variety of accommodations, restaurants, resort facilities, fly fishing streams (some are catch and release), golf, unlimited hiking trails, and shops displaying the work of local artisans. There is also year-round skiing on Mt. Hood, and of course the majestic Timberline Lodge, built by the CCC during the depression.
Although step-by-step projects are completed in class, these fun and informative workshops are meant to provide the participant with the basic concepts needed to move confidently into the creation of original art. Beginners are welcome. Questions and experimentation are encouraged. Art fundamentals such as: drawing, color theory, value, contrast, and design are a key part of the workshop experience. Workshops from the beginning techniques, to intense study groups, covering a variety of subjects -- each reflecting Claudia's realistic nature inspired style. Most of the materials for the pen, ink, and watercolor classes are provided on a loan basis, as part of the workshop fee. Student required materials are always listed in the workshop description.

Special Two day "theme" workshops are offered during the year, centered around specific subjects or techniques, in which students work both in the classroom and "out in the field," in sunlit meadows and shady mountain forest (weather permitting). Inquire about private one-on-one art retreats, where the guest chooses the subject, and medium, and is immersed in the ultimate art experience.

You are invited to join Claudia for an art retreat at Brightwood Studios. Let yourself be inspired by the majestic surroundings, invigorated by crisp mountain air, relaxed by bird songs, and pampered by sumptuous mountain meals. And plenty of time to do what you like best -- sketching and painting. classes are small with lots of individual attention given, and taught at a pace that will allow you to enjoy your creativity.

Class size is limited to 15, so reserve your choices of workshops early.

To register this year, click on the button below the workshop description for either a Word document or a PDF document to printout and send in with your deposit.

2012 Brightwood Studio Workshop Schedule

Each workshop includes instruction, handouts, most materials, and lunch. Limited camping (tent and/or RV) is available, by reservation, first come, first served. Tent spaces are no charge, RV spaces are $10 per night and include water and a 15 amp electric hookup (no sewer connections). There are RV parks, motels, and B & B's nearby in the area.

All two day workshops in 2012 are $230 per person

Color Creation -- Friday & Saturday, May 18th & 19th, 2012

Take the mystery out of color mixing. Using only six primary colors, a warm and cool representation of each, you will learn how to mix any color. Working with brilliant M. Graham watercolors, participants will be guided through the creation of a personal color sheet and color range chart of browns and grays.

Participants will need to bring a 9 X 12 watercolor tablet to the workshop. All other necessary supplies will be provided on a loan basis. Class will run from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM and will include lunch and an afternoon snack. Cost is $230 per person.

Painting Wildflowers in Watercolor -- Friday & Saturday, June 29th & 30th, 2012

This class is held in the spring to take advantage of the wild mountain blossom. Participants will learn to draw and paint delicate flower petals and a variety of textured leaves. The workshop will include a guided stroll through the wild woods behind the studio to collect live specimens to work from. Beginners Welcome. For this class you will need to bring a 9 X 12 watercolor tablet or cut a full sheet of 140 lb. cold press into smaller pieces -- Arches, Winsor Newton or Conson are good -- NOT Strathmore.

All other supplies will be provided on a loan basis. This two day painting class runs from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM each day. All handouts, instruction and lunch along with an afternoon snack are provided. Cost is $230 per person.

Sketching Realistic Animals in Pencil, pen and brush -- Friday & Saturday, August 24th & 25th, 2012

In this fun class you will learn to see with the eye of an artist. As you develop your observation skills, guessing will no longer be part of your sketching process. Participants, even beginners, will be drawing recognizable animals by the end of the first day.

All supplies will be provided, but bring your own sketch book if you like. Class runs from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM each day. All handouts, lunch and an afternoon snack are provided. Cost is $230 per person.