Winter Workshops 2024
Exploring Colour Harmony
Discover the secrets of colour harmony in this immersive workshop led by Emily Pittman. Learn how to effectively use colour to evoke emotions and create captivating artworks. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop will inspire you to unlock your creative potential.
Topics Covered:
Introduction to colour theory and its application in art
Exploring different colour schemes and their impact on composition
Techniques for creating harmonious colour palettes
Hands-on exercises and demonstrations
What Participants Will Need:
Canvas or paper for painting
A variety of paintbrushes
Acrylic paints in primary and secondary colors
Palette or palette paper
Water container and paper towels
Editing Artwork Photos for a Professional Portfolio
Capturing the true essence of your artwork through photographs is crucial for showcasing your talent. In this workshop, you will learn how to edit your artwork photos to achieve a professional and authentic look. From enhancing image quality to adjusting lighting and background, we will guide you through the process of transforming your artwork images into stunning, professional and portfolio-ready documentation photos.
Topics and Activities:
Understanding photo editing software
Enhancing image quality and colours
Adjusting lighting and perspective
Removing imperfections and background distractions
Participant Requirements:
Laptop or desktop computer with access to the internet (we will use free photo editing software Photopea)
Artwork photos for editing
This workshop has limited spots available to ensure lots of time for questions and feedback for all participants!
Artist Statement and Bio Writing
Do you struggle with writing an artist statement or biography that effectively communicates your artistic vision and story? Join our workshop and learn the art of crafting impactful artist statements and compelling biographies. Through interactive activities and peer feedback, you will gain the skills to create written materials that resonate with your audience and elevate your artistic brand.
Topics and Activities:
Crafting an impactful artist statement
Writing a compelling artist biography
Reviewing examples and best practices
Peer feedback and revision
Participant Requirements:
Pen and paper or digital writing tools
Artistic background and experiences to reflect upon
This workshop has limited spots available to ensure lots of time for questions and feedback for all participants!
Making an Effective Artist Website
Your artist website is your online portfolio and a key tool for showcasing your talent. In this workshop, you will learn how to create an up-to-date and effective artist website. From choosing the right platform to designing a visually appealing layout, we'll guide you through the process of showcasing your artwork in a professional and captivating way. If you have a website, we’ll share ways to make it stronger. If you don’t, you’ll learn tips and tricks for the process of creating one.
Topics and Activities:
Importance of an artist website
Choosing a website platform
Designing a visually engaging layout
Showcasing artwork effectively
Optimizing for mobile devices
Participant Requirements:
Laptop or desktop computer
Artwork images and descriptions
This workshop has limited spots available to ensure lots of time for questions and feedback for all participants!
Building an Artist Inventory in Airtable
Are you looking for a convenient and efficient way to manage your artist inventory? Join our workshop and learn how to utilize Airtable, a powerful database tool, to build and organize your artwork collection. From creating a database to managing inventory and sales, this workshop will equip you with the skills to take control of your artist inventory.
Topics and Activities:
Introduction to Airtable and its features
Creating a database for your artist inventory
Adding and organizing artwork in Airtable
Managing inventory, pricing, and sales
Participant Requirements:
Laptop or tablet with internet access
Artwork images and details for inventory
This workshop has limited spots available to ensure lots of time for questions and feedback for all participants!