Thursday, May 16, 2013

Take your portrait painting skills to the next level

Have you ever been to a workshop where you finally feel like you can take your painting skills to the next level?  In this workshop from June 14 - 16, you will be amazed at how much you can learn when studying with modern master and artist extraordinaire Michael Siegel.  Space is limited--register now!

Sunday, May 12, 2013

2nd Saturday happening in Oak Park at Patris Studio and Art Gallery

We had a great model, lots of new people joining in the Art in Action, and some really great art being created! Thanks everyone who came out to the Patris Studio and Art Gallery on 2nd Saturday.  Remember: every 2nd Saturday from 3 pm - 6 pm we have a complimentary model session for you to come draw, sculpt or paint from  a live model. A special shout out to the Oak Park Business Association for supporting our 2nd Saturday Art in Action and allowing everyone to have an opportunity to work from a live model.

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Still Life Workshop May 25--only 3 spots left

We are excited to have SF Art Academy MFA graduate Abigail VanCannon teaching a still life workshop at the studio on May 25.  Only a few spots left--contact Patris to sign up. 
Abigail VanCannon Workshop
May 25
9:30 am - 1 pm
$45

Monday, May 6, 2013

Another great event in the Gallery

Great food, great people, a great community.  I feel blessed and grateful to live in a community with passionate and creative people who are working together to make Oak Park a fabulous place to live, work, and play.
Awesome musicians from the neighborhood!  You guys are amazing and a great time was had by all.  Thank you everyone who joined us at the Patris Studio and Gallery for the Oak Park Neighborhood Association's party. 

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Announcing a new Beginning Drawing Class starting May 2

A drawing class for everyone!  This new series starts May 2 and runs every Thursday from 11:45 am - 1:30 pm.  Buy all 5 sessions for $115 or $25 per session.  Drop in welcome.  Materials, instructor demos, and lots of one-on-one instruction are provided.  Can't make the morning class?  Check out the Drawing Fundmentals class on Wednesdays from 5:00- 6:30 pm--only $20 per session.  Tap into your artistic side this spring!

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Announcing--Michael Siegel Portrait Painting Workshop

Sign up now for this amazing workshop with modern master Michael Siegel.  By far one of the most fantastic teachers and skilled artists of our day, Michael has the ability to help everyone reach new levels in their art.  Contact Patris for more details and information. 

Monday, April 15, 2013

A very fun 2nd Saturday


Everyone is invited to get creative every 2nd Saturday during our Art in  Action 3 pm - 6 pm.  Work from a live model or do your own art project--we can all get creative!

A very fun painting by David Peterson created from our very inspiring and effervescent model Yolanda.  We formed a great partnership with Wellspring for this 2nd Saturday.  Here's to our new friends at Wellspring Women's Center a few blocks from the studio!!!!
And of course in the evening, John Gruber and his friends play fantastic music, inviting everyone to pick up an instrument and join in the jam session.  LOTS OF  FUN in the Triangle District every 2nd Saturday!!!!!!