THE ROTTO EXPERIENCE WORKSHOP 2011
with Carmen McFaull

WORKSHOP 7 days, 7 nights.

DATE: Saturday 2nd April- Sat 9th April 2011
COST: $1180   (inclusive)

DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $300

Please send either cheque or electronic bank transfer to:
Postal details:
Carmen McFaull
12 Cummings Way
Duncraig, 6023

Bank Details:
Carmen Art
Bendigo Bank
BSB: 633-000
A/C: 128 350 642

For further information:
Email: carmen@carmenmcfaull.com.au
Phone: 0409 146 302

Maximum: 7 artists (all abilities)

This workshop is designed to invigorate your painting desires and your passion for using the Rottnest theme as a platform for implementing new and learned skills; to create artworks that can be further developed later, or shown in your next exhibition.

By being on location:

• you will be able to gather your own photographic references whenever the time is right!
• prepare your compositions as initial sketches; refer to details at the scene.
• paint “en plein air” with other artists.
• explore new territories, see familiar scenes with a fresh mind.

Tuition is presented in the form of demonstrations in acrylic, oil, pastel and gouache mediums, as well as directional responses to your own approach; developing skills and ideas that you have been using so as to nurture your natural style. An extensive library of art books, music, reference material, computer access and painting tips is also provided.

Accommodation is twin share, in comfortable cottages, right on the beachfront. Both locations offer spacious studio space and incredible views.

All meals and snacks have been coordinated by a qualified nutritionist and are included in the cost.

WORKSHOP ITINERARY

DAY 1: Check-in to Villa 336 (Thomsons Bay) by 3.00pm

• Use this day to offload your luggage and explore the island in personal preparation for the days ahead.
• Set up your own workspace, prepare boards, paper; examine provided reference material for your first piece.
• Make our way to Pinky’s Beach for photos and champagne as the sun sets to celebrate this event.
• Enjoy your first meal.

DAY 2: Early morning photography

• Demonstration in acrylic on canvas in loose bold strokes. This technique may be modified to suit your intentional response.
• Afternoon sketching around Thomson’s Bay – aim to do 3-4 compositional designs for future use during the workshop, being aware of shape, size, proportions i.e. trees, building, street scene.

DAY 3: Photography from the Basin around to the Salt Lakes

• Demonstration in oil. For those who do not wish to paint in oil, this same method can be applied using acrylic or gouache. Pastellists can also work on the allocated theme knowing that all work will be guided to suit your needs and requests.
• Afternoon session will be based on development of works from earlier sketches.

DAY 4: Excursion Day

• We take the bus today to photograph and paint at two locations. These two works will need to be kept simple and manageable. We will take a packed lunch but there is the option to return to the house if desired.

DAY 5: Trees, buildings, street scenes

• Using drawings from Day two to complete these facilitated projects.
• Sketching boats in the bay
• Option to do a dune piece

DAY 6: Photography around South Thomson Bay

• Demonstration in Pastel, examining different ways of applying strokes, texture, light and tone.
• Themes: skies,figures, boats
• Evaluation night and display of all works.

DAY 7: SEMI-ABSTRACT

• WATER: patterns; simple effective technique.
• After absorbing all that Rottnest has to offer, we will focus on symbols/icons into a unique, dynamic design.
• Final photographic session.
• Complete works by 4pm
• Final evaluation and future artistic endeavours will be discussed.

DAY 8: Farewell to all.
Check-out and good-byes.
You may choose to use the day to enjoy. Put your gear out for collection and catch the last boat home.

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