Workshops

If you would like to receive an email from me when I post new workshops, please send me an email at carolnelsonfineart@comcast.net and put "notification" in the subject line. 

If you live outside of Colorado, and know of an art group that sponsors workshops, feel free to pass along my information.

"Just a little note to let you know how much  I enjoyed  your

2 day workshop this past weekend.  I have been painting for

over 40 years and have studied with at least 60 art teachers

and you are among the very best ………....….love your art and

your method of teaching.

I feel I learned so much from your very creative class.  I was

so impressed  I went out and bought many of the supplies

and liquid Golden acrylics you used. 

So again thanks, Patricia Montano"

PRIVATE INSTUCTION IN MY STUDIO

Some artists want the fast track to learning my

mixed media techniques.

You will work side by side with me in my

studio, creating your own work with direct input,

demos and suggestions from me.

The curriculum will be designed exactly to

fit your needs.

Private or semi-private instruction is available.

For more information, shoot me an email at

carolnelsonfineart@comcast.net.

Acrylic paints are unique, in that there is, seemingly, no limit to the number of things one can add to them.  Working in mixed media is all about “What if?”  This workshop will be a series of experiments in mixed media.  Each day, students will create one or more paintings that illustrate a particular technique, or use materials outside the realm of traditional art supplies.  This is not your grandma’s painting class!

We will use shaving cream to make our own altered papers, emboss aluminum foil to look like tooled metal, make faux rusted metal on paper, use painters tape to make 3D tree trunks, make effortless abstracts using disposable foam plates.

 While using these materials, Carol will discuss and demonstrate the importance of composition and color in your work.  She will explain the use of various acrylic mediums, types of adhesives and supports, and methods of presentation for a finished piece.

Two days will be somewhat representational work, and two days will be more abstract.  Carol’s teaching style is relaxed, humorous, and she loves to share her techniques and tips on how to create mixed media fine art.  She will show you inexpensive substitutes from Home Depot for expensive art supplies.  Find something interesting in a dumpster?  Bring it along and we’ll put it in a painting.

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I will be teaching at Art of the Carolinas in Raleigh, NC, this November.

Art of the Carolinas is a huge trade show and art expo offering  over 100 workshops for artists of all experience levels.

Manufacturers will be present with huge discounts on paints, brushes, canvases, panels, and everything art related.

The official website will be up in June, 2013

Here's a view from last year's show: https://www.facebook.com/artofthecarolinas

Save the date - details to follow.

Save the date - details to follow.