Workshops and Classes for 2008

April 9/June 11 2008
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 at the Art League School.



Nov 1-3 (Sat/Sun/Mon) 2008
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 bdwill@shentel.net or call Barbara Williams at 540 984-4703.

May 23-25 (Fri/Sat/Sun/) 2008
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. Class full: waiting list only.


June 14-15 (Sat/Sun) 2008 
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 4-8 and August 11-15, 2008
A Week in the Indiana Countryside $485.
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. Accommodations are available nearby and include breakfast (rates available on request.) 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.