Workshops

Instructor: Sally Cooper

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED – THREE 3 DAY WORKSHOPS – ACRYLIC

This energized two-day workshop takes place in a vintage gymnasium (1925 Fieldhouse at Old School

Square) an exceptional studio opportunity with lots of room to paint and be creative. Emphasis is on an

intuitive, fearless approach, experimentation, and individual creativity. Each participant will have an 8×8

foot wall space, table and easel where you will be able to work in a large format, small or both, with direct

guidance. You will be inspired by the energy in the room and will experience unique “loosening up” exercises.

Explore mark-making and new ways to start a painting. Add mystery and depth to your work by using your

own personal calligraphy and some other fun tools. Note: This workshop is for intermediate (2-5 years art

experience) through advanced levels (5 years art experience through professional artist).

Friday/Saturday/Sunday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | 1/24/20 – 1/26/20 | Fee: $675

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Instructor: Rishi Eric Infanti

ALL LEVELS – 2 DAY WORKSHOP

Join us as we paint the Buddha with several options of form; straddling realism, abstract and expressionism, we will be exploring layering, knife techniques, patterned colors, and texture.

This workshop will help you to discover the artist within you and to reveal your passion, hidden skills and talents. You will be immersed in an atmosphere of Mindfulness, harmony, peace and unity with the self that brings you closer to your creative process. 

Creation of this wonderful art form includes dedication and several stages of planning before we paint. Through the use of picture samples and the use of templates, the technique of drawing and painting with acrylic or oil paint will be explained by step by step demonstration. Techniques will be specific towards the aspect of the Buddha  production in a creative atmosphere giving you space to process with Eric guiding and helping.

• No art experience necessary. Beginner & Professional Artists welcomed.
• Artists & Yoga teachers looking to learn how to paint the Buddha and Goddesses – this is for you.

What will you learn & experience:

• Enjoy a beautiful Buddha painting that you create
• or Co-production between you and Rishi Eric Infanti
• Detailed instruction on how to start and drawing & painting techniques
• Learn to work with Structure, Composition, Line, & Tone
• Expressive approaches and mixed media use
• Everyone begins or leaves with a Buddha painting, anticipate growth, time, patience
• Bring Water, a snack, and an art journal
• Bring a Yoga Mat, Block & Bolster, ect… for the Yoga & Meditation
• Come open minded and open-hearted, with a few Buddha or Deities in mind
• You are welcome to; floor sit, table sit with or w/o a table easel, stand or stool sit with standing easel.

Friday/Saturday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | 1/31/20 – 2/1/20 | Fee: $315

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Instructor: Rishi Eric Infanti

ALL LEVELS – 2 DAY WORKSHOP

Join us as we paint the Buddha with several options of form; straddling realism, abstract and expressionism, we will be exploring layering, knife techniques, patterned colors, and texture.

This workshop will help you to discover the artist within you and to reveal your passion, hidden skills and talents. You will be immersed in an atmosphere of Mindfulness, harmony, peace and unity with the self that brings you closer to your creative process. 

Creation of this wonderful art form includes dedication and several stages of planning before we paint. Through the use of picture samples and the use of templates, the technique of drawing and painting with acrylic or oil paint will be explained by step by step demonstration. Techniques will be specific towards the aspect of the Buddha  production in a creative atmosphere giving you space to process with Eric guiding and helping.

• No art experience necessary. Beginner & Professional Artists welcomed.
• Artists & Yoga teachers looking to learn how to paint the Buddha and Goddesses – this is for you.

What will you learn & experience:

• Enjoy a beautiful Buddha painting that you create
• or Co-production between you and Rishi Eric Infanti
• Detailed instruction on how to start and drawing & painting techniques
• Learn to work with Structure, Composition, Line, & Tone
• Expressive approaches and mixed media use
• Everyone begins or leaves with a Buddha painting, anticipate growth, time, patience
• Bring Water, a snack, and an art journal
• Bring a Yoga Mat, Block & Bolster, ect… for the Yoga & Meditation
• Come open minded and open-hearted, with a few Buddha or Deities in mind
• You are welcome to; floor sit, table sit with or w/o a table easel, stand or stool sit with standing easel.

Friday/Saturday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | 1/31/20 – 2/1/20 | Fee: $315

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Instructor: Vicki Siegel

ALL LEVELS – 2 DAY WORKSHOP – ACRYLIC

If you are a painter who wants to include photographic images into your work, or a photographer who wants

to try painting, this workshop will inspire you. You will learn how to make a direct transfer, collage images,

layer acrylic paints, glaze, enhance, and texture your photographic images. Vicki Siegel, a Golden Paint

Artist Educator, will give you the chance to try some new and fun paint products while creating new work on

canvas. You can use images supplied by Vicki or your own photographs, but contact the instructor if you

choose your images.

Friday/Saturday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | 2/14/20 – 2/15/20 | Fee: $315

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Instructor: Beth Sloat

ALL LEVELS – 1 DAY WORKSHOP – OIL

Are you a beginning painter considering oils as your medium? Are you an artist who always wanted to try

oil? Have you wondered how they are different from acrylics? In this workshop, you will experience painting

with the medium of the masters using contemporary attitudes and methods, and non-toxic mediums. On the

way to creating a painting from direct observation, you will learn to set up your palette and mix colors. There

will be discussion of using values, color choices, temperature and composition. There will be an emphasis

on using your brushes to make strong meaningful stokes. With the paint still wet and workable, you will learn

to add those special final touches. You will learn how to clean your brushes so that they will be ready or the

next painting. All materials for this workshop are included.

Saturday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | 2/29/20 | Fee: $165

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Instructor: Lynn Amsterdam

ALL LEVELS – 1 DAY WORKSHOP – ACRYLIC

What makes a painting interesting? Elements that affect the viewer can be as simple as shapes, colors,

theme and or layers of interest. For without the first layer of a layer cake what does the baker build on? The

same applies to a painting. The underpainting is key to building a good painting. Whether a beginner or

experienced painter all are invited to participate in developing and enhancing your creative Abstract Toolbox.

We will explore all aspects of painting from monochromatic to fluorescent, from gesture to texture, from

negative space to paintings full of movement. We will experiment with mixed media compositions, various

gels and mediums. All tools to help you discover and or develop your individual style.

Requirements: An open mind!

Saturday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | 2/29/20 | Fee: $165

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Instructor: Sally Cooper

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED – THREE 3 DAY WORKSHOPS – ACRYLIC

This energized two-day workshop takes place in a vintage gymnasium (1925 Fieldhouse at Old School

Square) an exceptional studio opportunity with lots of room to paint and be creative. Emphasis is on an

intuitive, fearless approach, experimentation, and individual creativity. Each participant will have an 8×8

foot wall space, table and easel where you will be able to work in a large format, small or both, with direct

guidance. You will be inspired by the energy in the room and will experience unique “loosening up” exercises.

Explore mark-making and new ways to start a painting. Add mystery and depth to your work by using your

own personal calligraphy and some other fun tools. Note: This workshop is for intermediate (2-5 years art

experience) through advanced levels (5 years art experience through professional artist).

Friday/Saturday/Sunday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | 3/13/20 – 3/15/20 | Fee: $675

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Instructor: Raymond Gehman

BEGINNERS – FOUR 1/2 DAY WORKSHOPS

If you are one of the millions of iPhones owners out there who have never considered using your phone for

serious photography, now is the time! This class, taught by Raymond Gehman, will introduce you to the

superb camera in your iPhone 6, 7, 8, X, and XS. Your little, compact camera/phone will open for you a huge

visual world of travel photography, spontaneous moments, personal art, and close family moments. Your time

in this quarterly workshop begins with a hands-on demonstrations and concludes with a local photo shoot.

You will first learn how to use the native camera features, including; HDR, Color and Monochromatic filters,

the Panoramic feature, three different video features, and the in-phone photo editor. And as much fun as

the iPhone camera is to shoot with, the post-editing process can be also be a creative kick-in-the-pants, as

expressive and artistic as you like. There is a large variety of apps that allow the photographer to do a quality

edit, create oil and watercolor paintings, vintage tintypes, funky snapshots, and surreal dreamscapes! The

participant will be given a list of apps to download before the workshop. The iPhone 6, 7, 8, X, and XS all

feature quality cameras and are preferable if possible.

Saturday 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | 11/9/19, 12/7/19, 2/29/20, 3/28/20 | Fee: $90 each

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Instructor: Raymond Gehman

BEGINNERS – FOUR 1/2 DAY WORKSHOPS

If you are one of the millions of iPhones owners out there who have never considered using your phone for

serious photography, now is the time! This class, taught by Raymond Gehman, will introduce you to the

superb camera in your iPhone 6, 7, 8, X, and XS. Your little, compact camera/phone will open for you a huge

visual world of travel photography, spontaneous moments, personal art, and close family moments. Your time

in this quarterly workshop begins with a hands-on demonstrations and concludes with a local photo shoot.

You will first learn how to use the native camera features, including; HDR, Color and Monochromatic filters,

the Panoramic feature, three different video features, and the in-phone photo editor. And as much fun as

the iPhone camera is to shoot with, the post-editing process can be also be a creative kick-in-the-pants, as

expressive and artistic as you like. There is a large variety of apps that allow the photographer to do a quality

edit, create oil and watercolor paintings, vintage tintypes, funky snapshots, and surreal dreamscapes! The

participant will be given a list of apps to download before the workshop. The iPhone 6, 7, 8, X, and XS all

feature quality cameras and are preferable if possible.

Saturday 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | 11/9/19, 12/7/19, 2/29/20, 3/28/20 | Fee: $90 each

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FREE TO THE PUBLIC – CALLING ALL WRITERS OF FICTION, NONFICTION, & POETRY

Enjoy making new friends in a Literary Gathering! Come to listen or sign up to read from an original work

(published or unpublished). All levels are welcome. Participants read for 10–15 minutes. After the readings

there is a short OPEN DISCUSSION which is not a critique session. The purpose is to encourage one

another to continue writing. Refreshments served.

Moderator: Cathi Hill

Assistant Moderator, Lori Meyers

Organizers: Barbara Cronie, Program Instructor, The Writers’ Colony, Bobbie Kotler, The Writers’ Colony

The second Thursday evening of the month | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | The Crest Theatre

2019: 11/14, 12/12

2020: 1/9, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14, 6/11

Do not have to call to read. Walk-ins welcome. Call: 305-393-0386 for info.

FREE TO THE PUBLIC – CALLING ALL WRITERS OF FICTION, NONFICTION, & POETRY

Enjoy making new friends in a Literary Gathering! Come to listen or sign up to read from an original work

(published or unpublished). All levels are welcome. Participants read for 10–15 minutes. After the readings

there is a short OPEN DISCUSSION which is not a critique session. The purpose is to encourage one

another to continue writing. Refreshments served.

Moderator: Cathi Hill

Assistant Moderator, Lori Meyers

Organizers: Barbara Cronie, Program Instructor, The Writers’ Colony, Bobbie Kotler, The Writers’ Colony

The second Thursday evening of the month | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | The Crest Theatre

2019: 11/14, 12/12

2020: 1/9, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14, 6/11

Do not have to call to read. Walk-ins welcome. Call: 305-393-0386 for info.

Instructor: Barbara Cronie

1/2 DAY WORKSHOP

What lies in your subconscious as a writer and wants to be discovered? It’s time to find out in this 3-hour workshop. By quieting the mind and entering an hour of silence, you can find your “creative self.” The following format has been tried and tested by the instructor at Palm Beach State College and an NCTE (National Council of Teachers of English) Conference.

First Hour – The Breath. Exercises to relax the body and slow the breath. Meditation with a special visualization.

Second Hour – Silence. Free-writing or stream of consciousness writing. Summary paragraph on the results.

Third Hour – Sharing. Read aloud your “creative self” discovery (not mandatory). Short discussion by participants.

Saturday 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | 1/18/20 | Fee: $40

PAYMENT AND REFUND POLICIES 

FREE TO THE PUBLIC – CALLING ALL WRITERS OF FICTION, NONFICTION, & POETRY

Enjoy making new friends in a Literary Gathering! Come to listen or sign up to read from an original work

(published or unpublished). All levels are welcome. Participants read for 10–15 minutes. After the readings

there is a short OPEN DISCUSSION which is not a critique session. The purpose is to encourage one

another to continue writing. Refreshments served.

Moderator: Cathi Hill

Assistant Moderator, Lori Meyers

Organizers: Barbara Cronie, Program Instructor, The Writers’ Colony, Bobbie Kotler, The Writers’ Colony

The second Thursday evening of the month | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | The Crest Theatre

2019: 11/14, 12/12

2020: 1/9, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14, 6/11

Do not have to call to read. Walk-ins welcome. Call: 305-393-0386 for info.

Instructor: Winston Aarons

2 1/2 DAY WORKSHOPS

In this workshop the instructor will take attendees into the complex world of character development in the

novel and short story. Formidably crafted, engaging, believable and multi-layered characters are the hallmark

of every great work of fiction. In the short story and novel, it is the characters, particularly well-crafted

protagonists, that will engage the reader and hold his/her attention. The attendees will learn how to develop

such characters in their works. By means of an open forum the instructor will discuss and explain the literary

machinery behind character development. Attendees will also have the opportunity to share their works with

the class and get valuable feedback from the instructor and fellow classmates.

Saturday 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm | 11/16/19, 2/29/20 | Fee: $40 each

PAYMENT AND REFUND POLICIES

FREE TO THE PUBLIC – CALLING ALL WRITERS OF FICTION, NONFICTION, & POETRY

Enjoy making new friends in a Literary Gathering! Come to listen or sign up to read from an original work

(published or unpublished). All levels are welcome. Participants read for 10–15 minutes. After the readings

there is a short OPEN DISCUSSION which is not a critique session. The purpose is to encourage one

another to continue writing. Refreshments served.

Moderator: Cathi Hill

Assistant Moderator, Lori Meyers

Organizers: Barbara Cronie, Program Instructor, The Writers’ Colony, Bobbie Kotler, The Writers’ Colony

The second Thursday evening of the month | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | The Crest Theatre

2019: 11/14, 12/12

2020: 1/9, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14, 6/11

Do not have to call to read. Walk-ins welcome. Call: 305-393-0386 for info.

FREE TO THE PUBLIC – CALLING ALL WRITERS OF FICTION, NONFICTION, & POETRY

Enjoy making new friends in a Literary Gathering! Come to listen or sign up to read from an original work

(published or unpublished). All levels are welcome. Participants read for 10–15 minutes. After the readings

there is a short OPEN DISCUSSION which is not a critique session. The purpose is to encourage one

another to continue writing. Refreshments served.

Moderator: Cathi Hill

Assistant Moderator, Lori Meyers

Organizers: Barbara Cronie, Program Instructor, The Writers’ Colony, Bobbie Kotler, The Writers’ Colony

The second Thursday evening of the month | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | The Crest Theatre

2019: 11/14, 12/12

2020: 1/9, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14, 6/11

Do not have to call to read. Walk-ins welcome. Call: 305-393-0386 for info.

FREE TO THE PUBLIC – CALLING ALL WRITERS OF FICTION, NONFICTION, & POETRY

Enjoy making new friends in a Literary Gathering! Come to listen or sign up to read from an original work

(published or unpublished). All levels are welcome. Participants read for 10–15 minutes. After the readings

there is a short OPEN DISCUSSION which is not a critique session. The purpose is to encourage one

another to continue writing. Refreshments served.

Moderator: Cathi Hill

Assistant Moderator, Lori Meyers

Organizers: Barbara Cronie, Program Instructor, The Writers’ Colony, Bobbie Kotler, The Writers’ Colony

The second Thursday evening of the month | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | The Crest Theatre

2019: 11/14, 12/12

2020: 1/9, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14, 6/11

Do not have to call to read. Walk-ins welcome. Call: 305-393-0386 for info.

FREE TO THE PUBLIC – CALLING ALL WRITERS OF FICTION, NONFICTION, & POETRY

Enjoy making new friends in a Literary Gathering! Come to listen or sign up to read from an original work

(published or unpublished). All levels are welcome. Participants read for 10–15 minutes. After the readings

there is a short OPEN DISCUSSION which is not a critique session. The purpose is to encourage one

another to continue writing. Refreshments served.

Moderator: Cathi Hill

Assistant Moderator, Lori Meyers

Organizers: Barbara Cronie, Program Instructor, The Writers’ Colony, Bobbie Kotler, The Writers’ Colony

The second Thursday evening of the month | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | The Crest Theatre

2019: 11/14, 12/12

2020: 1/9, 2/13, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14, 6/11

Do not have to call to read. Walk-ins welcome. Call: 305-393-0386 for info.