Portrait Intensive Workshop--Southbury CT July 10-12, 2015

Official portrait of Governor M. Jodi Rell by Laurel Stern Boeck

Laurel Stern Boeck, nationally acclaimed portrait artist, will teach a portrait painting workshop Friday, July 10th to Sunday, July 12th, from 9:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.   The three-day workshop is hosted by the Bent of the River Audubon Center and the Pomperaug Outdoor Painters in Southbury CT.  Oil painters who are fascinated with capturing the likeness and character of a person will want to register.  Portrait fundamentals will be reviewed to set up the live model and create a strong painting. Composition, tips for achieving accuracy, attention to values, seeing warm and cool color and tips on working with edges will be discussed and utilized.  All levels. Fees:  $390 (model fee included); $355 for Audubon members.

Classes will be held at the Bent of the River, located off CT Route 172 at 185 East Flat Hill Road in Southbury.  Artists should plan to bring an easel and art supplies.  Suggested supply list: http://tinyurl.com/oohtdro

Participants may register online with credit cards at http://bentoftheriver.audubon.org/learn-explore or by mail/check http://tinyurl.com/pxc5a28 with a downloadable form. 

Emily by Laurel Stern Boeck

POP Painters Invitational Pine Meadow Gardens

POP and CCS Invitational Event Saturday 8/16 (Rain Date 8/17)

Garden, art, and music lovers are invited to experience special music, plein air art, and the beauty of Pine Meadow Gardens on Saturday, August 16th.  Twelve invited POP Painters will participate in the Connecticut Choral Society fundraiser to be held at the gardens, in conjunction with a chamber music concert, and gourmet seated dinner.   In the event of rain, the fundraiser will take place the following day, Sunday.  CLICK Photos for large versions

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Tickets required.