California Watercolor Association

CWA National Show Juror and co-editor of Palette Magazine, Christopher (Topher) Schink will be our first guest artist for 2010. As painting is the expression of one's inner thoughts, feelings and ideas, Schink designed this class to help each painter find and express a personally satisfying direction or style. This class is not about his style or subject matter. Whether one is new to painting or an experienced artist (realistic/abstract/ non-objective), this class will help artists apply contemporary concepts in color and design to make their work more personally expressive. All levels are welcome - CWA members $395, non-CWA members $450.

Schink's workshop uses lectures and demonstrations, including slideshows of other artists' work. He discusses design, color, and contemporary directions in painting. Class critiques are held at the end of each day. After 40 years of teaching, his goal is to help students find a more personal way to work, so that students leave with new ideas, a clearer direction, and newfound inspiration.

To register print out the Registration Form, fill it out and mail it with your check to the name and address printed on the form.

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Internationally known artist and teacher Charles Reid is making his third appearance in 8 years to CWA. This class will include 3 days of painting live models and 2 days of working with historic photos of early California. Reid will demonstrate his drawing techniques, his use of fresh colors, and will give individual attention during class painting times. Intermediate/advanced - CWA & non-CWA $650.

Reid has long been considered a master of the medium of watercolor. His paintings are fresh and spontaneous, displaying his profound understanding of light and color and expert drawing ability. The viewer is immediately drawn into his rich compositions. His figures are beautifully rendered, in a simple, direct and natural gestural manner that reveals his interest in painting the light as much as the person. His technique is loose yet structured, and his use of the white of the paper is fascinating, as he lets the eye fill in the subject in a very exciting manner.

Reid is a member of the National Academy. Among his 11 books & videos are Charles Reid's Watercolor Solutions: Learn To Solve The Most Common Painting Problems and Watercolor Secrets.

To register print out the Registration Form, fill it out and mail it with your check to the name and address printed on the form.

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Mike Bailey's Color Workshop can help cure "painter's lament" -what to do with paint from multiple manufacturers, various color names, pigment characteristics, and making those paints relate.

Bailey brings together 15 colors on a brand new palette to teach every painter how to mix colors and balance beautiful hues and tones. Mike will show how to become fluent with recognizing colors, how to construct them, how to build color harmonies, and how to establish mood within color design. Paint and palettes will be provided for all participants. Bring your brushes, your curiosity and paper, and get ready for new color horizons! All welcome - CWA Members $240, non-members $275.

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Do you need a shot of creativity? Master Signature CWA member Charlotte Huntley brings enthusiasm while she teaches how to find new insights on subject matter, the ABCs of structure, a fresh new form of Pointillism, and imaginative approaches to simple subjects. Her classes inspire all attendees to go beyond the usual. At Blick Art in Berkeley. All levels welcome - CWA $240, non-CWA $275.

Charlotte Huntley has been an avid artist since she scribbled on the walls. She controlled these urges during her formal education at Scripps College, Chouinard School of Art, and the Los Angeles County Art Institute, only to have them reemerge later to the benefit of community theaters This imaginative, award-winning, enthusiastic artist has had over 400 paintings accepted in national juried shows in 44 states, Canada and Puerto Rico, and is a Signature Member of 29 Art Societies. Charlotte is a popular instructor, juror, and she is an award-winning author. Watercolor Studio covered her in their article "Telling My Story," Fall, 2008.

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Myrna Wacknov's workshop is designed for those who wish to develop their skills drawing and painting an accurate portrait. We will cover facial structure, feature placement, self-correcting methods for drawing accurately, transfer techniques, composition, value, edges for background with foreground integration, and adding color to the skin tones. Using students' photographs, we will cover full, profile and three-quarter views with 3 age groups: Senior, smooth and infant/child. Daily short demonstrations will be followed personal attention for everyone. All welcome - CWA $395, non-CWA $450.

The Oct 2007 issue of Watercolor Magic magazine featured her portrait process as did the Mar 2008 issue of Artist Magazine, her work also was on the cover of Palette Magazine (Dec08-Jan09).

Workshop is full. Wait list only.

2010 Terms and Conditions

• Class sizes are limited, and reservations are accepted in the order received. Location: Gallery Concord, 1765 Galindo, Concord, CA 94518, except Charlotte Huntley at Blick Art in Berkeley.
• A 10% discount will apply if registering for 2 or more workshops at the same time. Registrar will manually apply discounts. CWA volunteer credit of 100 points may be applied toward fee, with a limit of 2 students using volunteer credits per workshop.
• A $75 non-refundable deposit per workshop by check, credit card (Visa/MasterCard) or PayPal must accompany your reservation form to reserve your space. Confirmation sent upon receipt of $75 deposit or payment in full with signed registration form.
• To register, you have a choice:
  1. Go on-line to www.californiawatercolor.org/workshops.html, scroll down to desired workshop, and click on a PayPal button;
  www.californiawatercolor.org/forms/CWAWorkshop.pdf.
  2. Use form in brochure; or
  3. Download the registration form: www.californiawatercolor.org/forms/CWAWorkshop.pdf
  4. Contact registrar June Hunt (510) 525-0965 or (jclhunt@aol.com)
• If paying by check, the balance is due sixty (60) days before the workshop begins.
• Workshop times, location, and directions along with artist's outline and supply list are sent approximately thirty (30) days before the workshop begins. Information will be sent via email, or USPS if we do not have your email address.
• Model fees, when appropriate, may be added. Costs for the workshops are subject to change.

2010 CWA Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation of a workshop six (6) weeks or more prior to the first day of the workshop is 100% refundable less the $75 registration fee.
• Cancellations with less than six (6) weeks before the start: you may find a substitute to take your place or ask the workshop committee registrar to assist you, if there is a waitlist. It is the responsibility of the person registered to make his/her own reimbursement arrangements with the substitute. The workshop committee will not be involved.
• Once the workshop begins, there will be no refunds for no-shows or withdrawals.
• CWA reserves the right to cancel workshops due to insufficient enrollment or other reasons beyond our control. If CWA cancels a workshop, applicants will receive a full refund.

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The California Watercolor Association is the largest regional water media organization in California. CWA is a nonprofit organization that exists to create, foster, and sustain interest in the art of water media painting. Monthly meetings are held the 3rd Wed of each month in Walnut Creek (except Jun and Dec), with slide lectures or demonstrations by nationally known artists.