Workshops and Classes for 2011/12

Nov 2-Dec 7, 2011
Wednesday 9:30-2:30pm 
Wednesday 6:45-9:45pm 
Painting in Oil or Pastel
This class is designed for students with some drawing and painting experience who wish to pursue a realistic approach.  Students gather visual references from their own photographs. Emphasis is on planning, composition, and exploring a photograph for information, then understanding when to simplify or expand the image. Class time includes individual instruction and group critiques. Classes are held in Old Town Alexandria, VA  at the Art League School

Sept 17-18, 2011
Sat/Sun 9-4pm
Al Fresco: A Weekend of Still Life Painting in the Garden
Join Diane for a weekend of open air still life painting on the beautiful grounds of the Art Barn in Valparaiso, IN. A number of outdoor setups will be available, along with indoor options for those who wish to stay in the studio. For more information and a supply list, contact Jane Eddy at artbarnIN@aol.com or 219 462-9009 or Diane at 574 653-2223 or detesler@rtcol.com

Nov 19-20 (Sat/Sun) 2011
Oil & Pastel Still Life Workshop
Sponsored by JarretThor Fine Arts, Colonial Beach, VA. Classes held at the Masonic Lodge, Colonial Beach, VA. For more information contact jarretthor@aol.com or call Joyce Thor at 804 224-7200 or 703 548-5822.

Nov 5-7 (Sat/Sun/Mon) 2011
Three Day Oil and Pastel Workshops: Sponsored by VECCA, PO Box 787, Woodstock, VA. 22664
Classes held at Edinburg Middle School, Edinburg, VA. For more information contact searand3@yahoo.com or call Barbara Randel at 540 984-9299.

May 18-20 (Fri/Sat/Sun/) 2012
Three Day Oil and Pastel Workshop
Join Diane in her Kewanna, IN studio for an intensive three days of painting, using still life set-ups or your own sketches and photographs. For further information, contact detesler@rtcol.com or call Diane at 703 836-6025. Class size limited to 15. 

March 31-April 1(Sat/Sun) 2012 
10:00-4:00 PM 
Gouache for Field Studies and More 
Learn to use gouache (opaque watercolor) for plein air studies and finished paintings.  This portable medium may be worked from dark to light  and is ideal for painters who love the flexibility of oil and pastel. Class will be held at the Art League School.



August 6-10 and August 13-17, 2012
A Week in the Indiana Countryside $495.
Spend a week painting on location in and around the town of Kewanna, IN and the surrounding countryside.  Each class is limited to five to maximize individual attention and flexibility. Diane has a guest cottage which can sleep five and a large studio (the former Odd Fellows Hall) when we wish to paint indoors.   Motels are  also available in the neighboring town of Rochester.  Lunch and dinner are provided at Diane's house. While each workshop begins on Monday, it would be best to arrive on Sunday, so you will be ready to start painting Monday morning.

Registration through the Art League  (703.683-2323) or contact Diane (703.836-6025).  Lunch and dinner are included with tuition, travel and lodging are additional.  Diane will contact you prior to the workshop to discuss what to bring, how to get there, etc.