Abstract Painting with cold wax mixed media - barcelona

This is a hands on workshop, participants will be focusing on a variety of techniques and be introduced to new ways of painting with or without a paintbrush. Many new skills will be demonstrated, whether you normally work in acrylic, oil, encaustic, cold wax, watercolour or inks, this workshop will enrich your current practice. 

Participants can feel confident that they will come away with a sound knowledge of products, and their use, confidence in exploration, experimentation and creating contemporary abstract works of art. 

Hi fellow art lovers and artists

I am planning to run an Abstract painting workshop using cold wax, mixed media

At Studio 42, Barcelona, Spain, during the week of 25-29 September 2019. I still have some spaces available and would love to have you join me. 10.00am to 4.00pm each day. This workshop includes some amazing tours around the beautiful city of Barcelona from 4.30pm to approximately 8pm.

Plus an opportunity for you to exhibit your works for one week in Studio 42, Barcelona, after the workshop. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to get some quality professional development, tour many of the exciting galleries and museums of Barcelona with a local guide and exhibit your works in a professional centrally located gallery. 

On Friday September 29, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable feedback on your work which will include how you might incorporate cold wax mixed media into your own ongoing body of work, whether you work in acrylic, water colour, inks or any other medium. Throughout this workshop I will be showing several short power point presentations on; Developing your Personal Voice; Understanding how the Elements of Design can work for you, tips and recommended texts.  I will also be discussing how to take a different approach to developing creativity.

Workshop Fees and Registration

Full fees for a 5 day workshop:   AU$1,200. A deposit of AU$200 by   10 July 2019 is required to secure your place 

Register @ 

https://www.mariafernandez.com.au/workshops

Early   Bird Registration before 10 July with full payment of AU$1100 (AU$200   discount)

All payment via PayPal or Bank   Transfer

A follow up email will confirm   your registration when payment is completed.

Enrolments   will be limited. We therefore encourage you to register as soon as possible.   Workshop deposits are fully refundable less a cancellation fee of AU$50 per   person up to 4 weeks prior to the workshop starting date. Final payment is due in full by 25th  August, 4 weeks before the workshop start date, and in case of cancellation   by the participant, is non-refundable. If for any reason, a workshop must be   cancelled, you will be notified, and your full deposit and tuition will be   refunded in full. 

What is included in the workshop?

- Most materials  including high quality paper, cold wax medium, solvents, specific tools for   cold wax medium like spatulas, squeegees, brayers, and some oil paint and   pigments

- All   morning teas

- Tours to   three Museums and Galleries (after workshop hours)

What should the participants bring to   the workshop?

- Students   should only bring their apron, oil paints, notebook and pen/pencil.

- An   expectation to have a very rewarding and fun 

I deliver both Cold Wax Mixed Media Workshops and Encaustic Hot Wax Workshops from my home studio. 

I will be running an introductory printmaking program from my Doonan Studios early 2019. For expressions of interest contact Cheryl at chezartist@gmail.com 

 Introduction to Encaustic, Collage & Photo Encaustic Painting - Three full Days

20/21/22 August 2019. 10 am - 4 pm, $400.00 

 (only two places left in this workshop, please contact me asap to reserve your place.

Location: Doonan, Qld Australia (15 minute drive from beautiful Noosa into the hinterlands)

Encaustic is one of the oldest forms of painting, with paint made from pure pigment mixed with wax and castor wax. The mixture is applied hot, then reheated to fuse the layers together.

This program is designed for both beginners and experienced artists.  I will introduce you to  techniques involving collage, painting, and layering using wax in an assortment of vivid colours. You'll learn how to lay down the wax without air bubbles and get a smooth finish.

If you haven't tried encaustic painting before, be prepared to be seduced. This medium is very forgiving. I'll have lots of collage materials available for you to experiment with or you can  just  layer colours of rich pigmented wax paint. You can work in any style you choose.

All materials will be provided. Topics will include: a brief history of encaustic,  making the wax medium, controlling your paint, adding paper, using natural materials, an introduction to photo encaustic, safety issues and home set up. Most students leave class with 2 - 3 finished works, however the emphasis is always on learning the techniques not completed artworks.

Confirmation, directions to my studio and additional information will be emailed to each participant upon registration. Space is limited to 6 students so classes fill quickly.

NOTE: 

A deposit of $100.00 is required to secure your place in any of my workshops. Your $100.00 deposit is fully refundable if cancellation  is received 14 days prior to the workshop. If cancellation is a last minute event then you will be offered a place in a future workshop of your choice, your original $100.00 deposit will be used as a credit. 

All materials for this workshop/Playshop will be provided. You may wish to purchase extra boards which will be available from my studio.  Email :  chezartist@gmail.com for further details and information on how to book your place. 

 Karen Fullwood  recommends Cheryl  McGannon's  Workshops -Mixed Media Art.

December 6 at 1:00 PM · 

Just finished a 2 day course with Cheryl and had a fabulous time learning and creating with a new medium. She is so generous with her talent, time and materials... thoroughly recommend.

Rhonda Stokoe recommends  Cheryl McGannon's  Workshops "Thanks Cheryl for introducing me to the wonderful world of cold wax. Loved it! An inspiring location and fabulous tutor." 

Wendy Caitlin - Wonderful results from a very fine teacher 

Cathy Stevenson - It was a great first day... thank you for the excellent tuition 

Merridy Hope King reviewed Cheryl Joy Mixed Media Art — 5 star ·  Fabulous work shop, best I've ever done. Learnt so much & had fun at the same time. 

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Amica Whincop Art·  

Holy shiznicks, I've just been christened into the world of encaustic by Cheryl McGannon   in one of her 2 day workshops. She is a master of the medium and had me at the words "blow torch and melted beeswax"!!! I've a long way to go to experiment with this technique and how to incorporate into my work, but am so grateful to have been introduced to it. Cheryl teaches workshops at her oasis of a studio in Doonan and is a highly sought after QLD artist. She is a flamin legend!!! Book yourself in! 

 
Marg Watt - FANTASTIC workshops if you are contemplating. Just do yourself a favour and learn from Cheryl

If you are interested in a one day 'Cold Wax Mixed Media Taster Introduction'

Call me to arrange a one on one special deal for you.  You will be introduced to a new exciting medium. I will provide all materials, notes, one on one tuition and a delicious lunch. I work from my studios in Doonan, on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland Australia. 

This is a perfect way to include some creativity during your holiday to Noosa or the Sunshine Coast in general. Great opportunity for teachers to upskill and get that important Professional Development to keep current with contemporary art practices.  

email me: chezartist@gmail.com  for further information

April 23-24 Tuesday and Wednesday (during school holidays)

May 17-18 Friday and Saturday

FOR BOOKINGS EMAIL Cheryl @

chezartist@gmail.com

Class sizes capped at 5 so please book early.