Bobbi Dunlop's unique workshops offer a challenge to artists at all levels. Workshops will take place in Bobbi's spacious studio where students will enjoy painting subjects from life under large north-lit windows. In addition to painting demonstrations by the artist and teaching students about painting, Bobbi will share her painting philosophy, the business side of art and life of the professional artist.
ABOUT BOBBI DUNLOP'S 'VISUAL JOURNEY' WORKSHOPS:
All students will require a 'french style' easel for the workshops. Each student will be emailed a supply list and registration form. There will be an additional $20 fee for the model in figurative workshops.
In keeping with Bobbi's philosophy about painting, the student will benefit from each workshop and may use one to build upon another. As the student will learn, subject matter is not an issue, however, elements in painting are continuous, no matter the genre. Therefore, the student will benefit from enrolling in following workshops as the student builds on knowledge learned in Bobbi's previous ones.
PAINTING THE STILL LIFE FROM LIFE, IN OIL
In the still life workshop, Bobbi will take each student through the process of setting up the still life, emphasizing the importance of beginning a painting with a “concept” firmly in mind. Painting in a direct manner, consideration will be given to abstract design, colour, value, edges and more. In particular, students will learn how to 'see' and experience the 'joy' of putting paint on canvas. The artist will demonstrate at the workshop.
PAINTING THE FIGURE FROM LIFE, IN OIL
In this workshop, students will enjoy the process of working with and painting a model, from life. Students will be guided through the process of setting up, lighting and painting the live model, in a direct manner. In addition, all the elements of a strong painting will be emphasized - creating a concept, abstract design, colour, value, edges and more. The student will have the choice of painting the full figure, 3/4 figure or head-and-shoulders. The artist will demonstrate at the workshops. There will be an extra model fee of $20.00 for this workshop.
2009 WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
1. September 19th & 20th, 2009
"A Visual Journey: Painting the Still Life From Life, in Oil"
Location: Bobbi Dunlop Studio, NW Calgary
Workshop Dates: September 19th and 20th, 2009
Class Size: Min. 7, Max 9 students Hours: 9am - 4pm each day
Note: Student must have their own 'french' easel for this workshop - details on supply list
Skill Level: painting experience necessary
Cost: Early bird incentive - $265.00 (must register with deposit)
Price after August 19th - $295.00
-all still life objects supplied at workshop
2. October 17th & 18th, 2009
"A Visual Journey: Painting the Figure from Life, in Oil"
Location: Bobbi Dunlop Studio, NW Calgary
Workshop Dates: October 17th & 18th, 2009
Class Size: Min. 7, max. 9 students, Hours: 9am - 4pm each day
Note: Student must have their own 'french style' easel for this workshop - details on supply list
Skill Level: painting experience necessary
Cost: Early Bird incentive - $265.00 plus $20 model fee (must register with deposit)
Price after September 26th, - $295.00 plus $20 model fee
3. October 31st & November 1st, 2009
"A Visual Journey: Painting the Still Life from Life, in Oil"
Location: Bobbi Dunlop Studio, NW Calgary
Workshop Dates: October 31st & November 1st, 2009
Class Size: Min. 7, max. 9 students, Hours: 9am - 4pm each day
Note: Sudent must have their own 'french style' easel for this workshop - details on supply list
Skill Level: painting experience necessary
Cost: Early Bird incentive - $265.00 (must register with deposit)
Price after October 10th - $295
-all still life objects supplied at workshops
4. November 21st & 22nd, 2009
"A Visual Journey" Painting the Figure from Life, in Oil"
Location: Bobbi Dunlop Studio, NW Calgary
Workshop Dates: November 21st & 22nd, 2009
Class Size: Min. 7, Max 9 students Hours: 9am - 4pm each day
Note: Student must have their own 'french' easel for this workshop - details on supply list
Skill Level: painting experience necessary
Cost: Early bird incentive - $265.00 + $20 model fee (must register with deposit)
Price after November 1st - $295.00 + $20 model fee
-all still life objects supplied at workshop
5. December 5th & 6th, 2009
'A Visual Journey" Painting the Still Life from Life, in Oil"
-details above
Early bird registration by November 18, 2009
LOOK FOR BOBBI'S 2010 WORKSHOP SCHEDULE. ALL WORKSHOP INFORMATION MAY BE FOUND ON HER WEBSITE AT http://www.bobbidunlop.com/ and her blogs http://www.rembrandtetc.blogspot.com/ and http://www.dunlopdemonstrations.blogspot.com/ Please email Bobbi at bobbi@bobbidunlop.com with any questions. Thanks for your interest!
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Saturday, June 6, 2009
"Turkish Urn with Oranges" DEMONSTRATION
"Turkish Urn with Oranges", 22x26, oil on Belgian linenHere is my completed painting, "Turkish Urn with Oranges". I've just spent hours posting the entire seven step demonstration to my blog, only to find it was the WRONG blog when I was done! Can you imagine my anguish? Sheesh...
Oh well, not too worry....you can see the complete demonstration of this painting by going to my other blog Rembrandt, Etc. Perhaps on another day when I have time on my hands I'll post it here, as well.
In the meantime, if you have any questions or comments or would just like to drop a line to say "Hi", please do so at bobbi@bobbidunlop.com I try to answer all emails ;)
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Friday, May 29, 2009
Demonstration coming soon!
"Turkish Urn with Oranges"oil on Belgian linen, (22x26)
It's been awhile, I know, and I do apologize for neglecting my blogging/posting duties! To catch up on my news, please visit my painting journal, Rembrandt, Etc. or visit my website Bobbi Dunlop Fine Art
In the meantime, this is a photo of my most recent large painting. After discovering this weather worn Turkish urn in a market several months ago, it was simply a matter of time til it won a place of honour in one of my still life paintings. I was looking for a minimalistic concept, in keeping with the functional, utilitarian nature of the urn. No frills. Nothing to take away from its faded, but once beautiful, facade. Toward that end, I used a fairly limited palette. As you can see, it is very much about earthy yellows, oranges and greens. This limited use of colour - or non-colour - serves to enhance the miniature china cup with its lovely blue painted windmill pattern. My small tribute to Rembrandt. I purchased this cup on our trip to Amsterdam last spring, to visit Rembrandt's home and studio, as well as the Rijksmuseum.
Hope you'll come back soon to see this demo. I'd love to hear from you if you have any questions or comments.... you can write to me at bobbi@bobbidunlop.com or post a comment here.
Monday, September 3, 2007
Step #1 - Measuring and cutting out the raw Belgian linen
Carefully measuring and cutting Utrecht Belgian Linen for stretching and priming...steps below.
Step #4 - Applying rabbit skin glue
1st coat, of two, of rabbit skin glue, on Belgian linen. Sand between coats. Ensure to apply rsg to portion which wraps around stretcher bars, as well.
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