My 2015 Schedule of Classes

February

Watercolor Workshop in Rocklin, CA

February 18 & 19  (Wednesday & Thursday)

10 am – 4 pm

Gallery iQ http://www.galleryiq.net/index.html

This class is full

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Three Day Watercolor Workshop in Pinole, CA

Our subject will be a combo Portrait/Floral class, your choice.   Use your own photo and draw or trace it onto your watercolor paper.  Or, Jeannie will provide templates of her demo paintings if you would rather follow along.

When:  February 25 – 27 (Wednesday – Friday)

Where:  El Sobrante Methodist Church in the Auditorium, 670 Appian Way, El Sobrante, Ca

Class cost:  Approximately $200, (depending on the number of students that enroll, the price may go down).  A $100 deposit will be required when you enroll to hold your spot in class… balance due on the first day of class.

Interested students may contact Penny Bledsoe for more information bledsoestudios@sbcglobal.net

This is one of the few Bay Area workshops that I schedule during the year, so I hope those of you that live in that area will take advantage of this workshop!   Space is limited so sign up early. 

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March

University Art Midtown Sacramento Classes

1)Watercolor Portraits in Transparent Layers – Three-Week Session at University Art

Bring a photo of a friend or family member, or use a magazine photo. With Jeannie’s guidance and instructive demonstrations you will create a watercolor portrait or have fun experimenting with several small portraits … your choice. 
Classes include portrait demos each week, group conversations and individual attention. Beginning portrait artists are welcome but you do need some watercolor experience. If you are a beginning watercolorist, please take the class below: “Watercolor in Transparent Layers” first.

To sign up for class send a check for $90 to Jeannie Vodden, P. O. Box 512, Jackson, CA 95642. For more information contact Jeannie at: jeanniesart@att.net  

Registration form

Class Title:  Watercolor Portraits in Transparent Layers

Name: ______________________________________________________________________

Address_____________________________________________________________________

Email __________________________________________________

Home Phone _______________________________Cell_______________________________

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2)Watercolor in Transparent Layers – Three Week Session at University Art

This class is for beginning through advanced watercolorists based on the exploration and understanding of watercolor.  In this class we’ll focus on the theme of “Spring”. Among possible subjects are Spring flowers, Spring landscapes and Spring birds, etc.

Although templates and photos will be provided for those interested, subject matter is ultimately student’s choice.   Jeannie will work with each student at their skill level. In class you will be treated to: a demonstration, plenty of painting time, individual attention and gentle critiques.

Join us and sign up early. Classes fill up fast.

To sign up for class send a check for $90 to: Jeannie Vodden, PO Box 512, Jackson, CA 95642. For more information contact Jeannie @:jeanniesart@att.net

Registration form

Class Title: Watercolor in Transparent Layers

Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________

Address____________________________________________________________________________________

Email __________________________________________________

Home Phone _______________________________ Cell_______________________________

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Rancho Calaveras:  1 Day Watercolor Workshop “Rose with Water Drops”

March 14 –  More info soon…

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Mendocino Workshop: “Watercolor Whimsy” – March 26 and 29

Register online at the Mendocino Art Center website: http://www.mendocinoartcenter.org/Spring15/Vodden.html

Or call 707 937-5818, ext. 10
Toll-free 800 653-3328, ext. 10

Let’s have some fun! Create a whimsical watercolor painting. In this class, with Jeannie as your guide, you will have the opportunity to add to, and modify, the template provided in class and make it your own. Jeannie will provide ideas, drawings, photos and paintings for inspiration. The class will encourage you to practice your techniques and get your creative juices flowing!
 
Class will include demonstrations and instruction in:  Transparent layered watercolor technique, wet into wet techniques, color mixing using a limited color palette, ideas on design and composition, and inspiration for creative backgrounds.

This class is designed for all levels of painters.  Jeannie will provide a template and photo reference, or you may work with your own design.

April

Watercolor Portrait Workshop in Cottonwood, CA

After a great workshop in Cottonwood, Northern California, last year and meeting some great talented people, I’m returning.   This is a great group!  So much fun.  Sign up if you are in the area.

When:  April 10 – 13, Friday – Monday

Where:  19295 Luna Rosa, Cottonwood, CA

Time:  10 am – 4 pm (breaking for one hour.  please bring a sack lunch)

Cost $340, Deposits can be made out to Sandi Palmer and sent to the address above.  Checks are your good faith and will not be cashed till 1 wee before class.  For more info email me or Sandi @ artbuysandi@gmail.com

Watercolor Demonstration at Double Dip Gallery, Lodi, CA. 

May

Watercolor workshop at Double Dip Gallery, Lodi, CA

Transparent Layers – Choose your own subject.  We will work from photos, so get your camera out and start taking pictures of whatever you love… spring flowers, sunsets, people, animals or insects… whatever strikes your fancy.  I’ll give you lots of help and instruction in my techniques.  We’ll do some practice studies and I’ll give you plenty of individual instruction. 

It’s been awhile since I’ve taught in Lodi and this will be my first workshop at Double Dip. 
What could be more fun and delicious!  Painting and learning and then having an afternoon break with ice cream!  Class size is limited, though, so please sign up early.  Email me if you are interested or need more information. 

Watercolor Workshop, Yuba City, CA

May 22 – 23

AWS Watercolor Workshop,

May 27 – 28

June

Watercolor Demonstration, Folsom, CA

June 18

If you’re interested in any of these events or classes, please contact me for more information and to sign up.

Paper:   Artist-grade cold-press paper, 140 lb. (Stretched preferred) or 300 lb. Clipped, stapled or taped on gatorboard or other hard surface.

• Use ¼ sheet, ½ sheet or full sheet, your choice
• (For those wanting to use my template, use ¼ sheet)
• Watercolor pads, 140 lb., 11 x 14 or larger, are okay
• I recommend Arches brand paper.
• Be prepared with extra paper for practice studies.

Palette: Large Professional palette with areas for mixing colors.

Paints:

Essential:

Optional:

Water containers: Two – quart or larger plastic containers

Miscellaneous: