Painting & Drawing

Code: D1020-24

    • III

      Level III

      Students have formal training in critical issues of 2-­D art making, experience with public critiques and a solid portfolio of their artwork.

    • IV

      Level IV

      Students have advanced skill and knowledge of painting and drawing. Students are highly motivated and self­-directed, have a minimum of five years experience in their field and have multiple portfolios of their artwork. Portfolio review is required for admittance to some Level IV classes.

Studio Momentum: Strategy and Direction

Aug 5 - 9, 2024

9AM - 5PM

Concept

The focus of this advanced painting studio workshop is developing and sustaining direction and momentum within the personal studio practice. Workshop dialog places particular emphasis on conceptual strategies, formal connections, and the ways in which ideas are cultivated and built within each artist’s particular studio parameters. Students gain insight into established contemporary artists’ methods as well as hone their own concept-generating skills through intensive conversation among their peers, independent studio time, and one-on-one and group critiques.

Media

Any chosen media, including alternative/experimental media and paintings that verge on three dimensions

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Faculty

Wendy White

Wendy White has exhibited extensively, including at the LA County Museum of Art, M Woods in Beijing, China; Museum of Fine Arts in Gifu, Japan; MSU Broad in Michigan; Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art; and Kunstverein Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz in Berlin. She received a fellowship from the New York Foundation for the Arts, a Tieger Mentorship at Cornell University, and is included in Phaidon’s anthology Vitamin P2: New Perspectives in Painting.

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Wendy White, Ideas Throughout All Time

Tuition: $1,225.00
Studio Fee: $100.00
Registration Fee: $45.00

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Registration Information

Painting & Drawing

Make, reflect, consider, engage—these are all critical elements of the Painting and Drawing workshops at Anderson Ranch. Our exceptional workshops combine focused, hands-on art making with critical feedback for artists of all levels. Painting and Drawing guest faculty are phenomenal artists and educators with experience supporting students by offering technical knowledge and encouragement.

The bright, natural light of the Wyly Painting and Drawing Building provides an inspiring environment where students can explore and expand their artistic practice. Our facilities are equipped with individual worktables, wall space, easels, rolling palettes, odorless solvents, a wide range of hand and power tools, computer access with Adobe software, wi-fi, printing, scanning, and projection capabilities. Spend a week here— or several—and engage in a variety of activities that will fuel your practice throughout the year.

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Workshop Details

Supply List

Many of the items you'll need are available in the ArtWorks Store. Please click "View Full Supply List" to see a comprehensive list of items you'll need for this workshop.

Lodging & Meals

Housing is limited and includes shared and private lodging options. Reservations will be managed on a first-come, first-served basis. The earlier you reserve housing, the better your chance of receiving your preferred option. Please note: Workshop costs do not include accommodations. 

We have established a Business Safety Plan with added layers of precaution that prioritize the health and safety of our staff, students, faculty and guests while continuing to provide you with the Anderson Ranch experience that you know and enjoy.

The Ranch Café meal plan that is included with Room and Board fees strives to provide healthy, creative meals that will nourish your artistic creativity. The meal plan includes 5 days of continental breakfasts that will include a hot offering, 5 lunches with a selection of offerings, and 5 dinners.

 

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Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts

Making Art Accessible

Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.

Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.

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