Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Breaking News! Michael Siegel Still Life and Portrait Workshop Aug 25 - 27

Late Breaking News....
Announcing Still Life and Portrait Workshop with modern master Michael Siegel.


During the golden age of painting from the 1600s-1900s, painting took on a sculptural approach, where brushstrokes reigned supreme in carving out form and texture. This workshop will focus on a sculptural approach to painting, as well as the “chiaroscuro” approach of the old masters, which used strong light and rich shadow to create intense and dramatic paintings. The instructor will conduct demonstrations to illustrate methods and materials, and the class will cover subject such as:  light vs. shadow, painting as a sculptural language of brushstrokes, designing powerful compositions using lighting, value, color, edges, and paint quality, and finally the use of oil painting mediums and varnishes. All levels are welcome, from beginner to professional.


Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Urban Plein Air, no host lunch, and optional critique session

Urban Plein Air, lunch and critique session 
hosted by Patris Studio and Gallery


Friday June 23
9 am - 2 pm
free!


Join us for an urban plein air painting excursion around the Patris Studio, enjoy a no host lunch at a nearby restaurant, and then head back to the studio for an afternoon critique session and constructive conversation about the successes and  challenges of painting the urban landscape.
Contact Patris to register. 

Monday, May 8, 2017

Announcing: Summer Art Classes @ Patris Studio

June Painting and Drawing Opportunities 
@ Patris Studio

Summer Painting Classes:


From Start To Finish

oil painting by Abigail VanCannon
Abigail VanCannon will be here in the studio for a June class series on Thursdays from 10 am - 1 pm. called from "Start to Finish."

Thursdays June 8, 15, 22, 29
10 am - 1 pm
$30 per class

Please RSVP and pay in advance for each class session in order to ensure 5 students minimum for class to be held.

Tuition may be sent to Abigail via Patris Studio, 3460 2nd Ave, Sac CA 95817

 click here to download flier



Continuing Beginner's Watercolor Class with Teresa Steinbach
Fridays in June
June 9, 16, 23, and 30
10 am to noon
$120 for 4 classes and includes materials
individual classes may be purchased as well.



Intro to Urban Plein Air Class
Patris will teach a beginning level class on the basics of urban plein air painting for artists interested in working on location in an urban setting.

Don't have the supplies or equipment?  No Problem!!! Materials, equipment and supplies provided!
Friday June 2
9:30 am - 1 pm
$40 per person  ($35 if you bring all your own supplies and equipment)










Scott Martin Abstract Figure Oil Painting Classes
Wednesdays 
10 - 1 pm
$35 

Using various techniques and methods, students will explore ways to interpret the human figure in a fresh, bold, and exciting way. 








Urban Plein Air, lunch and critique session hosted by Patris Studio and Gallery
PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE:

Friday June 23
9 am - 2 pm
free!
Join us for an urban plein air painting excursion around the Patris Studio, enjoy a no host lunch at a nearby restaurant, and then head back to the studio for an afternoon critique session and constructive conversation about the successes and  challenges of painting the urban landscape.
Contact Patris to register. 



Drawing Fundamentals Mini Workshop with Patris
"The Laws of Light"
July 8, 2017
10 am - 1 pm
$35


Sunday, April 30, 2017

Fabulous workshop with Craig Nelson!

It was an honor to have highly acclaimed artist, author and teacher come to Patris Studio and teach a Quick Studies Workshop this April 2017.  Artists from near and far flocked to our bustling studio for the opportunity to study and learn from this modern master. 

Utilizing live models, still life set ups, and beautiful landscape photos, we painted  and painted and painted.  At the end of the day, we were tired but completely energized! 

Here's a quick studies demo by Craig, showing how he interprets the photo with lively brush work and impasto paint.  Just watching him paint is amazing!  We were all inspired to take on the challenges of the painting process after watching Craig's demo.

A very good workshop indeed.  We are hoping he will find time in his busy schedule to come back to Patris Studio again!

Friday, March 17, 2017

Join us! Painting Class Thursday March 23, 2017

Painting Class this Thursday with Kris Bybee filling in as our guest artist instructor while Abigail VanCannon is on maternity leave.  Bring your art supplies, a favorite photo, a work in progress or work from a still life provided by the studio.  
painting by Kris Bybee

Class time is 10 am to 2 pm
lunch break around noon
class fee: $35

Get inspired. Get rewired. Kris Bybee is a well known and popular instructor from the Sacramento area and a highly accomplished artist who has a wealth of knowledge and expertise to share with her students. 

Her resume includes:

 • Fine artist, exhibiting regionally since 1992
  •  Crocker Art Museum, Sacramento, Calif. Art instructor, 2011-present 
 • Art instructor, Cosumnes River College, Sacramento, (2000-2013) 
• Part-time instructor, California State University, Sacramento (1998, 2004) 
• Business owner, The Visual Studio, fine arts and graphic design (1995-present) 

Let's paint!