Fluid Acrylics Workshop Extravaganza

When:May 29-30, 2010, 9 – 4 pm

Awaken your creative spirit and playful nature. White paper syndrome is common to artists at all levels. Not here! Learn to use Tri-Arts fluid acrylics and mediums boldly and loosely as a vehicle for self-expression. This exciting workshop helps developing artists break free and explore new directions in acrylics and mixed media. By pouring, dripping, texturizing, layering, you will create stunning abstractions that you can then reincarnate into gorgeous representational works. Composition and design is an integral part of the session. Shirley will demonstrate the making of stamps of real or fabricated ancient motifs and symbols for use within our paintings. You will benefit from helpful personal attention, demonstrations and constructive group discussion. Relax, play, and reconnect with your joyful creative self.

All workshops are suitable for levels from beginner to advanced.
Workshops are limited to 8 participants.
Cost $175.00 for two-day workshop.
All Tri-Art paints and mediums are included during the session.
A take home kit of paints/mediums (retail value $65) is also provided.

How to register:

Workshops fill quickly so register early to avoid disappointment. Your place is reserved once your cheque is received. Make your cheque payable to Shirley Mancino at 68 Rebecca Lane, Westport ON K0G 1X0. If you need to cancel for whatever reason, there is no charge if you notify us a minimum of 18 days in advance of the start date. After that date, there will be no refund.
Contact Info Tel: 613-273-2984 Email: smancino@rideau.net
See www.shirleymancino.com for a suggested materials list.

Instructor Qualifications: Shirley Mancino has 30 years experience delivering workshops, and as a juror and art critic. She has a Master’s Degree in Adult Education and completed four years at the Ontario College of Art. She studied at Haliburton School of Fine Art and Belles Artes Institute in Mexico. A recipient of numerous awards, she participates in juried shows and is represented by 5 galleries. Shirley ‘s style is loose, ethereal and mystical, characterized by bold, vibrant colour.

Workshop Location:
Workshop take place in Shirley’s stunning lakeside studio in Westport. Enjoy the wonderful scenery, shopping, and hiking - a truly breathtaking destination. Great B and Bs are a short walk away. On request, Shirley conducts workshops and demonstrations for art groups at your preferred location.

Watermedia Weekend Workshop with Mary Nunn, SCA

"DESIGN & WATERCOLOUR MONOPRINTS"
Mary Nunn will be holding a DESIGN AND WATERCOLOUR MONOPRINT WEEKEND WORKSHOP.

DATE: October 24th & 25th, 2009
TIME: 9:30 to 4:00
PLACE: The Experimental Farm (indoors), Ottawa, Ont.

COST: $195.00 (GST included)

Mary Nunn is an accomplished watermedia artist whose expressive work spans several genres. She is also a gifted teacher conducting workshops throughout Canada and the United States. Mary Nunn has works on exhibit at Tay River Gallery in Perth year round.

Enrollment will be limited. To register, complete the tear off portion of this form and mail with a cheque made out to Mary Nunn, to the following address:
Mary Nunn, 2056 Black Friars Rd., Ottawa, ON, CA, K2A 3K8

On receipt of registration and payment, a confirmation letter and workshop preparation kit with detailed location map will be sent by email or return mail. For any further information, call Mary or Ian Nunn at 613-722-6687 or mary@digitaldoor.net Website: www.marynunn.com.


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Mary Nunn is an accomplished watermedia artist whose expressive work spans several genres. She is also a gifted teacher conducting workshops throughout Canada and the United States. Mary Nunn has works on exhibit at Tay River Gallery in Perth year round.

Painting Workshop offered by Shirley Mancino Oct 30- 31, 2008

Shirley Mancino has decided to offer a second collage/layering workshop this month on Oct 30-31st since her upcoming workshop this weekend filled so quickly, and there were a number on the waiting list.The workshops take place in Shirley's stunning lakeside studio in the charming village of Westport. There are still spaces available for the Oct 30- 31st workshop so please contact Shirley soon. Call at 613-273-2984.

Experimental Extravaganza: Collage -2 day workshop Cost $120. Materials not included.
DATE: October 30-31st, 2008, 9 - 4 pm
LOCATION: Mancino Gallery, 68 Rebecca Lane, Westport
This exciting workshop will help artists break free and explore new directions in mixed watermedia. You will loosen up and explore the interesting effects and textures created by combining watercolour or acrylic with various other media, e.g. water-soluble crayons, soft pastels, acrylics. Discover ways to resurrect your unsuccessful watermedia paintings using collage and/or black ink, coloured pencil, gesso or gouache. You will be inspired to move from nature towards abstraction. Composition and design is a fundamental part of the session. Creativity, fun, and individual uniqueness will be emphasized. Shirley will demonstrate using both watercolour and acrylics but you may use the media of your choice.

Suggested Materials List
1.Paper: 3 sheets watercolour paper (22 x 30 in, 140lb)(Optional: canvas or pre-guessoed masonite hard boards, one sheet yupo paper)
2.Brushes: variety of 1", 2", 2 1/2" (hardware store nylon or foam brushes are acceptable - large is important), some rounds, or normal watercolour/acrylic brushes
3.Tools: anything you have to move paint around e.g. palette knives, sponges, rollers, credit cards, combs, spatulas, scrapers, turkey basters, eye droppers
4.Paint: Suggested Acrylics: bring at least 3 primary colours e.g. yellow (cool and/or warm, e.g. hansa, or cadmium yellow). One or two blues: (cool and/or warm, e.g. phthalo and ultramarine). One or two reds: (cool and/or warm, e.g. quinacridone magenta, Naphol or Cad red). Plus white and black. Bring any other colours you have or want to work in.
5.Suggested watercolours: If you work in watercolour, bring at least the same artist quality warm or cool combinations as above plus the mediums listed below)
6.Matte gel medium and gesso, and spackle or "polyfilla (Optional: gloss gel medium, molding or modeling paste, podge, sand, small pebbles, egg shells or any other texture you want to collage with)
7.Plastic tubs or containters: with lids wide enough to accommodate your largest brushes (e.g. hummus or margarine tubs will do - one for each colour and several for water (total: at least 6 - 8) this is important! (Can buy new at Dollar stores/Bargain Shops)
8.Mixing palette (butcher tray or Styrofoam trays will do)

Shirley Mancino is a professional painter whose passion for life and travel are evident in her dramatic artworks. Over the last 25 years, Mancino has developed a distinctive style using mixed media. As an experienced budget traveller, life in Asia is often the inspiration for her work. Shirley travels to paint and paints to travel. Shirley is represented by Tay River Gallery in Perth. See Shirley's current works exhibited on our featured artist pages.