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"Boutique Workshops"
PUTS YOU IN CHARGE...CREATE YOUR OWN WORKSHOP!
   BRING DON SAHLI & ART OF PAINTING TO YOU...

"My goal is to teach one to 'see,' not to paint by formula," says Sahli. Working closely with each student, he bases the form of his instruc tion on the student’s unique understanding of the world, art and painting. “We learn in three ways: by doing, by seeing it done and by seeing what has been done – I use all of these ways to learn in my teaching..."

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2010 BOUTIQUE WORKSHOPS

In 2010 Sahli School of Art puts you in charge… to create the workshop you want! Stay close to home, eliminate the expense of travel, enjoy the comfort of familiar surroundings and friends…bring Don Sahli and Art of Painting to you!Imagine the possibilities!

Artists of all abilities are welcome to create a Sahli School of Art Workshop. The workshops will be held at locations to be identified by the hosting artist and Don Sahli. As always, instruction is individual and the wonderful atmosphere of artistic fellowship and camaraderie continues in your own backyard.

Recommended class size is 10 students for 3-4 day workshops. For your convenience, the required art supplies for the workshop can be purchased through Sahli School of Art at discounted prices and shipped to workshop location. For Boutique Workshop details and prices, please contact Sahli School of Art toll free @ 1-866-670-8615.

 

WEEKLY CLASSES 2010 

"My goal is to teach one to 'see', not to paint by formula.  This is how I was taught by my teacher, Sergei Bongart."   

From the intial sketch to the final brush stroke, Don Sahli will share his knowledge and philosophy of Art of Painting. 

Beginning Friday, September 10, and continuing throughout the fall, weekly plein air classes will be held Fridays, with Tuesday morning classes continuing at Sahli School of Art.

FRIDAYS: 10AM-2PM at locations TBD. Come and enjoy the challenges of plein air painting at beautiful locations on the Front Range and throughout the Rocky Mountains.  Don will share hidden Rocky Mountain venues - discovered through years of searching.  

PLEIN AIRAdj. of or relating to painting outdoor daylight.

Paint outdoors! Learn to use the tools of value, color, and temperture to quickly capture the essence of the scene.  Bring the studio outdoors, experiencing the elements as one works, adds new dimensions to painting.  Throughout a step-by-step process, Sahli reveals the essentials of plein-air painting and how to simplify complex landscapes into "simple pieces." Experiencing the elements of nature, students discover the pleasure and challenges of being part of the distinctive fellowship of plein air painters.

Majestic mountains, shaded canyons, placid lakes, old mining towns, golden aspens, the colors of fall, and peaceful meadows are the subjects for discovery and painting!

TUESDAYS: 11AM-3PM at Sahli School of Art in Evergreen, Colorado. Come & enjoy the fun while painting in Don Sahli's beautiful garden and exceptional studio.

STUDIO: n. a place for the study of art; the working place of a painter.

Working in oil, learn and expand the fundamental principles of painting; color relationship and harmony, design, composition and form. Painting a wide variety of still life arrangements allows one to examine these principles with a disciplined and manageable approach. A first-time painter will be led patiently through these bascis, while an advanced professional will be guided through the priciples by means of challenging goals, problem-specific exercises, and insightful criticism. 

CREATE A SCHEDULE THAT WORKS FOR YOU!

Come when you want and pay $50 per Session!               OR commit to 4 sessions - and pay just $160!

Expect indiviual attention and the wonderful atmosphere of artistic fellowship and camaraderie associated with Sahli School of Art. For your convenience, the required art supples forthe classes can be purhcased through Sahli School of Art at discounted prices. Additional Weekly  Student Benefits: Advanced notice of special Saturday painting sessions and access to paint to paint in the garden and studio anytime.

Weekly Classes Registration Form.

Please read the Policies for Weekly Classes 2010.

 

 

 

COLORADO WORKSHOPS

Plein Air Painting Workshop – Denver Landmarks 

Art Students League of Denver, Denver, CO

August 20-22, 2010, 9:00AM-3:00PM

Don Sahli will conduct a 3 day Plein Air workshop through the Art Students League of Denver. Classes will be held on location in historic neighborhoods surrounding the ASL. Students will produce field studies, relating and simplifying the complex landscapes and buildings into simple color spots. Structure and drawing will be stressed. Students will learn to use the tools of: value, color, and temperature, and the understanding of form, light and shadow, design and composition to quickly capture the essence of the scene. Don Sahli provides hands-on guidance and instruction in how to apply these tools to the unique challenges of painting on location. Sahli’s personalized teaching method, along with limited class size, will ensure everyone’s success.

For more information and to register, please visit: www.asld.org.

THE SCHOOL

Don Sahli founded Sahli School of Art on February 15, 1995. His purpose in founding the school was to perpetuate the Russian School of Painting in which he was trained. Beginning students, as well as professional artists, come together at the school to continue this Russian heritage.

For your convenience, the required art supplies for the Workshops can be purchased through Sahli School of Art at discounted prices.

For more information call toll free 1-866-670-8615 or email info@sahlistudio.com.

 


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