SUMMER OFF!!

The teachers are getting a summer holiday and will be back the week of September 12th! I, thus, decided to study with a portrait artist from Buford, Ga, Connie Reilly. I have for many years admired her work. Having the school closed gave me the chance to jump on this. I have to thank Gary Weiss immensely for getting me to a point that I really did begin to "see" things. And, Connie is helping me see, too!

Above is my first study done the morning of my first class. I have to admit that I am ALWAYS a bit nervous at first when attempting to do a portrait study and it takes at least an hour for me to wind down.

After settling in and after we all enjoyed lunch together, this is my second portrait study. Although Connie did help me with the elliptical shape of the iris and pupil, I think I felt more successful - calmer, more in control, steadier and slower. Of note is the value of light in the shadow area of the neck as it compares to the highlight areas in the face.

Thank you Annie Jefferson for being such a great model!!!

I had a great time!!!!

See you all in the fall!!! Have a great holiday!

Donna Thomas

SIX WEEK CLASSES WILL RESUME SEPTEMBER 12th

We are essentially closed for the summer and will reopen our doors for the final series of six week classes on Monday, September 12th. The studio is available for individual or group rental at $10/day. Please email dthomas555@aol.com 24 hours in advance to learn of availability for use.

Take a look at our upcoming fall schedule - lots to choose from, lots to learn, lots of new faces. Registration has already begun for some classes and they are filled on a first come, first serve basis. We have several new teachers and some returning...so join us!

Also, fall workshops include Gary Bodner, Katharine Cartwright, Tim Horn (California), Suzanne Hughes Sullivan, Brenda Hope Zappitell.

Six week class schedule:

HOW TO CREATE AN EXPRESSIVE LANDSCAPE ($195) John Guersney

MON 9:30 - 12:30 All Levels

ACRYLIC AND MIXED MEDIA TECHNIQUES

($195) Stuart Fleishman

MON 1:00 - 4:00 All levels

STILL LIFE - ALLA PRIMA ($195) Millie Gosch

TUES 9:30 - 12:30 All Levels

PORTRAIT STUDY WITH NANCY DUSENBERRY ($195) Nancy Dusenberry

TUES 1:00 - 4:00 All Levels

SELF CRITIQUE, NEW METHODS AND DRAMATIC FINISHES ($195) Donna Thomas

WED 9:30 - 12:30 Intermediate/Advanced Levels (Oil or Acrylic)

THE FIGURE IN PASTELS ($195) Evelyn Breit

WED 1:00 - 4:00 All Levels (*Model fee applies)

AFRAID TO PAINT...WHERE TO BEGIN? ($195) Christine Bray

THURS 9:30 - 12:30 Beginners in oil painting

DRAWING CLASS ($195) Catherine Anne Moore

THURS 1:00 - 4:00 All Levels (*Model fee applies)

THE CLOTHED FIGURE IN OIL OR CHARCOAL PENCiL ($195)

Gary Weiss

FRI 11:00 - 2:00 Intermediate to advanced (*Model fee applies)

WATERCOLOR FOR ALL LEVELS ($195) Catherine Anne Moore

SAT 12:00 - 3:00

Happy Summer!!!