The Coppini Academy of Fine Arts
115 Melrose Place
San Antonio TX 78212
(210) 824-8502
2010 & 2011 Workshop Schedule
Coppini
Academy of Fine Arts
San Antonio's "Best Little Art Secret" in town
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OCT 18-20, 2010
9am-4pm
$225
"Faces fascinate me. I am especially drawn to the qualities that make an individual unique--the kind of beauty that you cannot invent. In particular, I look for nurturing personalities. Once I'm captivated by how a person carries themselves or how a child gestures, I am driven to meet the challenge of not only capturing a likeness on canvas but more importantly, breathing life into that likeness."
—Johanna Harmon
Johanna Harmon has been a student of life since her childhood in Arizona. To express her feelings about what she saw back then, she started drawing at age 7. Observations and emotions continue to be at the core of her paintings. Not only does she document the world around her, she also expresses her personal response to the glory of creation, whether exemplified by a dancer's discipline and grace or by a little girls indulgence in the colors and fragrances of a secret garden.
Bringing to life a multi-dimensional person on a two-dimensional canvas requires mastery of the formal aspects of art. Harmon's skills are both accurate and beautiful. Drawing has always been her passion, and for the past decade, she has succeeded in turning the power of color, light and shadow into effective tools that animate the stories on her canvas. Her sophisticated brushwork adds movement and energy to the surfaces of her paintings, especially the luscious, impastoed passages of oil pigments that contrast against thinner, more subtle applications.
As much as Harmon paints for the public, she also admits that for her, painting is a path of self-discovery. "To paint is to honor who I am, one brushstroke at a time," she says. Although she works very methodically, at some point, Harmon lets intuition reign. When that happens, she is at one with the canvas, which takes over, bringing the painter to the role of the observer once again.
In viewing Harmon's paintings, one senses the reverence and compassion that first drew Harmon to the person. Her paintings record unique and individual moments in life, those fleeting seconds that add up to the magnificent, complex symphony we call life.—Susan Hallsten McGarry
There is a $100 non refundable deposit for all workshops. Workshop balance is due 45 days prior to workshop, we have small intimate classes of 8 to 12 students. If you drop out and we fill your space, you will be reimbursed, less your deposit. If Coppini cancels the workshop for any reason, you will be reimbursed in full.
SEP 20-22
$ 350
Contact: Gaye Sekula - Workshop Chairman
“Painting is about seeing light, color harmonies, and visual relationships. Whether I’m depicting a landscape, portrait, or bouquet of flowers, I focus on the qualities that both distinguish and unify the objects in front of me. That dichotomy sets a mood which I hope to convey to others. If I’ve done my job successfully, I know that viewers will take away their own experience of seeing the beauty and perfection of what is often considered commonplace.” Carlene Reeves
Carlene Reeves has been a student of nature and art all of her life. Drawing, painting, and exploring art history were her pursuits at San Jacinto College and the University of Houston, Texas. When she moved to Taos, New Mexico, in the mid-1990s, she became a student of light and color. “When you paint from life, light and color are never the same. Every day is a learning experience,” she says.
Today, Reeves lives an hour north of San Antonio, Texas. “The Hill Country has a gentle beauty,” she says of the nearby shoreline of Canyon Lake, embracing live-oak forests, and her roses soaking in the summer sun. Her studio, which is upstairs from that of her husband/artist Ron Rencher, harbors her collection of art books, an easel, portrait stand, and still-life staging area. Flowers in various phases of blossom grab the eye, as do shelves of props: porcelain pitchers with luscious glazes, hand-painted teacups, crystal vases, silver and brass bowls patinaed by time, and hand-stitched linens. “All of the props have meaning to me,” she relates. “However, when I set up a still life, I’m telling a story about the relationships of the objects to one another. Each bloom, onion, or apple has its own character, like a face. I create an arrangement that has both a ‘star’ and subordinate players which give the star context and enhance its natural splendor. ” Reeves’ painterly canvases have found audiences locally and internationally. Collectors appreciate not only her orchestration of color and values, but also her expressionistic brushwork, which creates a three-dimensional experience on the canvas. When asked about her influences, Reeves says she strives to achieve the luminosity of impressionist Frank Vincent Dumond and the colorist qualities of California impressionist Franz Bischoff. To achieve their technical mastery, Reeves has pursued classes at the Scottsdale Artists School, Arizona, and the Nicolai Fechin School of Art, Taos, and independent studies with alla prima painters, including Lajos Markos, Kevin Macpherson, Greg Kreutz, Huihan Liu, Marlin Linville, Dan Gerhartz, Sherrie McGraw, and 1 12/10/2009
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William Henry Earle, who was a student of Dumond. For the past five years, Reeves herself has become a sought-after instructor. Although she does not assign symbolic meanings to her floral paintings, Reeves confesses to combining the visual science of color and light practiced by the French Impressionists with the 19th century Romantic tradition of allowing the emotions to dominate the intellect. Using the basic tools and principles of fine art, she tells her students to find their own style and spiritual truth. “Paint what your heart is drawn to,” she says. “A painting that captures a meaningful moment in your life will live on in the memory of each person who sees it.”
GALLERIES
Ecole De Paris, Osaka, Japan; Authentique Gallery, St. George, UT, www.authentiquegallery.com
Mission Gallery, St. George, UT, www.authentiquegallery.com; CC Gallagher, Avalon, CA, www.ccgallagher.com
Oil Painting Workshop
"Whether you are painting for a living or hobby, painting small and often is a powerful way to rapidly improve your skills. There is a fast growing group of people, called daily painters, who do small paintings every day, post photographs of their paintings on a blog, and then sell them through eBay, with a usual starting price of $100. In this way, many artists are finding they can grow quickly in skill and finally make a living with their art, after struggling for years in galleries and at art fairs.
On October 5th, 2006, Carol began the practice of doing one small painting a day and posting them on her blog. Each of these small paintings is for auction on Ebay & through her ebay store. Since then Carol has begun teaching workshops across the country about daily painting, and is a member of Daily Paintworks, a distinguished group of daily painters. Carol divides her time between painting in and out of the studio (out with Plein Air Austin), teaching and playing with her family.
Carol Marine
January 10-14, 2011
$535
FULL - WAITING LIST ONLY
Qiang Huang
April 15-17, 2011
$350
Qiang's approaches to still-life painting will be demonstrated with particular focus on composing dramatic setups by observing the light distribution, and using bold and loose strokes to create a powerful and accurate representation on canvas. Using demonstrations, presentation, and individual assistance, Qiang will explain his process of creating energetic paintings by manipulating values, colors, edges, and brushwork. Personal attention will be given to each student according to his/her currently skill level and personal goals in art. The workshop is designed for indoor practice with live settings. As a self-representing artist, Qiang will also share his experience of marketing art using the Internet tools. He will demonstrate how to advertise artwork using blogs, websites, email newsletters, and on-line galleries. His way of using eBay to conduct on-line sales will be introduced, including image capturing, posting, selling transactions, and shipping. As a self-discipline and an effective way of communication, Qiang will discuss his daily-painting practice.
Qiang Huang (pronounced as Chong Wong) came from China. He has studied art from multiple master artists like David Leffel and Sherrie McGraw. His paintings show remarkable accuracy and expressive brush strokes. Since 2004 his paintings have been selected continuously for the 14th, 15th, 16th and 18th Oil Painters of America's National Juried Exhibitions. American Artist Magazine has featured his teaching on the summer issue of the "Workshop".
Contact: Gaye Sekula - Workshop Chairman
Contact: Gaye Sekula - Workshop Chairman
Contact: Gaye Sekula - Workshop Chairman
Contact: Gaye Sekula - Workshop Chairman
Contact: Gaye Sekula - Workshop Chairman
Janice Yow Hindes
1 day plein air workshop - San Antonio area - to be announced
Bring a Sack Lunch
SEP 18th
$ 75
8AM-3PM
Mail check made out to Janice Hindes to:
Janice Hindes
350 CR 348
Jourdanton, TX 78026
Member Sponsored Workshop
Contact: Janice Hindes @ hindesart@wt.net
Sponsored by San Antonio Watercolor Group
Ric Dentinger
Watercolor Workshop
Watercolor Workshop
NOV 13& 14
2 Day Workshop
$ 150
$ 150
Introduction to Painting Portraits
If you have been interested in trying your hand at painting portraits or just want a refresher, this one-day workshop is for you.
Bill will walk everyone through the process by painting one step at a time using a live model. He will talk about values, drawing and color as well as go into detail about the anatomy of the face and features. He will cover as much as possible in the time given.
A Supply List will be posted soon.
William Kalwick’s art was greatly influenced by his late father who had studied with Lajos Markos, a prominent portrait painter. Kalwick studied with his father until graduating. He then attended the Arts Student League of New York. In 1981, Kalwick moved to Houston, Texas to become the protégé of Lajos Markos. The two made numerous trips to Europe, especially Italy, where Kalwick experienced first hand the country's long tradition of powerful images.
Kalwick’s paintings hang in collections throughout North America and Europe. He is represented by the following galleries: Wadle Gallery, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Texas Art Gallery, Dallas, Texas; Shoal Creek Gallery, Austin, Texas; Wilcox Gallery, Jackson, Wyoming; Trailside Gallery, Scottsdale, Arizona; Sylvan Gallery, Charleston, South Carolina; and Galerie Gabrie, Pasadena, California.
This workshop offers student-artists the opportunity to paint with strong values and intense fresh color using transparent watercolor. Re-experience solid fundamentals plus many advanced techniques. Real time creative possibilities to fix or change your painting. Special emphasis on controlling the paint – Using a variety of techniques, students will develop their ability to create while exploring good design, contrast and dramatic color balance. Color theory and innovative methods of applying paint will be explored.
Artists will come away with a new understanding of how to achieve a sense of visual depth through a series of exercises Ric has carefully designed to teach specific concepts. Have a fun and productive time in the studio with other people making art. A demo with a discussion and individual attention to each student’s needs will follow along with a final group critique.
Prerequisite: Previous watercolor painting experience.
Ric has been painting and illustrating professionally for over 20 years while successfully balancing a career as an art director and managing his own design shop. Born in La Rochelle France, Ric was raised in a military family that moved throughout Europe, finally settling in San Antonio, Texas.
Showing a love for art at an early age, painting and drawing has been a part of his life as long as he can remember. Although talented in various mediums, Ric excels in watercolor. His love and passion for watercolor shows in his bold and confident approach. Collectors of Ric’s paintings have described his work as “Strong, fresh, beautiful and full of light”. Ric’s passion for traveling and painting has deepened his understanding as a painter.
http://carolmarine.blogspot.com/
WILLIAM "BILL" KALWICK
Special 1 day workshop
OCT 2nd, 2010
9am-4pm
$ 95.
Contact: Mary Liaci at jandmli@att.net
January 9-13, 2012
$535
Carol Marine
http://carolmarine.blogspot.com/
Oil Painting Workshop
"Whether you are painting for a living or hobby, painting small and often is a powerful way to rapidly improve your skills. There is a fast growing group of people, called daily painters, who do small paintings every day, post photographs of their paintings on a blog, and then sell them through eBay, with a usual starting price of $100. In this way, many artists are finding they can grow quickly in skill and finally make a living with their art, after struggling for years in galleries and at art fairs.
On October 5th, 2006, Carol began the practice of doing one small painting a day and posting them on her blog. Each of these small paintings is for auction on Ebay & through her ebay store. Since then Carol has begun teaching workshops across the country about daily painting, and is a member of Daily Paintworks, a distinguished group of daily painters. Carol divides her time between painting in and out of the studio (out with Plein Air Austin), teaching and playing with her family.
Contact: Gaye Sekula - Workshop Chairman
Henry Yan
July 7-10, 2011
$535
Drawing and Painting the Figure
Details coming soon
