01 May, 2026 - 31 May, 2026
Virtual Open Studio (Saturday mornings)
Join us for group virtual learning and we will give you step-by-step guidance and personalized critiques to help you with program assignments or personal projects.
Workshops
Come learn the same step-by-step methods taught in our regular program in an intensive format in our workshops. Students will learn skills in drawing and painting that can be applied to their own projects. Whether you are an experienced artist or have never painted before, our instructors will tailor to your skill level.
15 May, 2026 - 17 May, 2026
Drawing the Figure from Life
This workshop will explore an efficient and naturalistic way of drawing the figure while still understanding the structure and anatomy of the human body. Instructor Miriam Rosenthal will explore the quality and weight of line work in the block-in stage as well as showing the fine rendering of form that can be integrated with the underlying linear aspects of the drawing.
29 May, 2026 - 31 May, 2026
In the Studios of Zorn
Anders Zorn achieved a versatile range of flesh tones with just four paints on his palette. This limited palette can teach students a streamlined way of capturing complex variations of colour. It's a great way for painters to build a solid foundation for colour mixing.
05 Jun, 2026 - 07 Jun, 2026
Painting in the Studio of Sorolla
Join Robyn Asquini for a 3-day workshop where we will immerse ourselves in the vibrant world of the renowned Spanish painter Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida.
26 Jun, 2026 - 28 Jun, 2026
Floral Alla Prima Painting
In this three day summer workshop, Miriam Rosenthal will take you step by step through the art of painting flowers from life using wet-on-wet painting method. Working in the alla prima method will give participants the ability to use expressive brushwork and thickness of paint to suggest individual petals while still maintaining a fresh look.
06 Jul, 2026 - 10 Jul, 2026
In the Studio of Velázquez
Join us for a 5-day workshop “in the Studio of Velázquez” inspired by the timeless techniques of 17th-century Old Master Diego Velázquez. Discover the methods behind his powerful portraits and evocative figurative works.
22 Aug, 2026 - 28 Aug, 2026
In the Studio of Caravaggio
Come explore Caravaggio's chiaroscuro approach, starting with his unique tri-tone approach to build the lights and establish the underpainting. Students will learn a specific step-by-step process to achieve an exact copy of a selected study.