As my art workshop travels wind down for the year, I think of all the wonderful experiences and people I have met along the way. Each group is unique with its own personality, and each location provides new adventures.
Cloudcroft is a quaint mountain village with lush forests and panoramic views of the white sands dessert below. At 9,000 ft elevation, it is the perfect place to cool off during the hot summer months.
Each artist has a unique way of viewing the world. This vision not only saturates the artist's own work, but as an art teacher influences students. The artist's philosophy often wafts through the class like a warm summer breeze.
I attended my first art workshop in the summer between my junior and senior year of high school—and I've never been the same since! I offer these eight simple suggestions to help you get the most out of every painting workshop.
