Workshops
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I teach a limited number of workshops per year on Zoom
I am an artist first, this is where my priorities lie. I don't teach often.
If you're really keen please fill in the form. Notification will go out to this list first.
If you're really keen please fill in the form. Notification will go out to this list first.
Brush it Bold Workshop are for the intermediate or advanced painter....or the very very brave.
my book Beyond the Easel available to purchase at live workshops for a special price. Order online HERE
I will have my favourite brushes available for purchase at the workshop. Order online HERE
I will have my favourite brushes available for purchase at the workshop. Order online HERE
GETTING THE MOST FROM A ZOOM WORKSHOP
Familiarize yourself with zoom - learn to share your screen, control your audio and video. setting up with two devices.
I strongly recommend purchasing a good web cam. i use and love the Logitech 922 (on sale at Bestbuy)
if you have a computer, download the software OBS, It's free and fairly easy to use. it will allow you to use mulitple cameras at once without audio interference. painting with a friend? use two web cameras pointing at each easel.
Watch for an OBS how to video on my Youtube channel
Familiarize yourself with zoom - learn to share your screen, control your audio and video. setting up with two devices.
I strongly recommend purchasing a good web cam. i use and love the Logitech 922 (on sale at Bestbuy)
if you have a computer, download the software OBS, It's free and fairly easy to use. it will allow you to use mulitple cameras at once without audio interference. painting with a friend? use two web cameras pointing at each easel.
Watch for an OBS how to video on my Youtube channel
Upcoming Workshops
PAST Workshops
August 16 & 17, 2022 Bloomfield ON
CA$295.00
Paint a cool forest in warm light
Gain the confidence to lay down colour using strong brushwork full of vitality and strength. Develop your subject matter to get your point of interest across without losing spontaneity and freshness. Push yourself to think in the abstract while keeping recognizable form and shape. Raise you artistic voice by working larger and stronger.
Explore your bolder self with dynamic loose brush work.
Learn to edit and simplify your subject defining composition and values.
Learn to see Colour and Value and temperature and push it to its limits or tone it down to get your message across
PAINTING
"Brush it Bold"
Gain the confidence to lay down colour using strong brushwork full of vitality and strength.
Develop your subject matter to get your point of interest across without losing spontaneity and freshness.
Push yourself to think in the abstract while keeping recognizable form and shape.
Raise you artistic voice by working larger and stronger.
Explore your bolder self with dynamic loose brush work.
Learn to edit and simplify your subject defining composition and values.
Learn to see Colour and Value and temperature and push it to its limits or tone it down to get your message across
"Brush it Bold"
Gain the confidence to lay down colour using strong brushwork full of vitality and strength.
Develop your subject matter to get your point of interest across without losing spontaneity and freshness.
Push yourself to think in the abstract while keeping recognizable form and shape.
Raise you artistic voice by working larger and stronger.
Explore your bolder self with dynamic loose brush work.
Learn to edit and simplify your subject defining composition and values.
Learn to see Colour and Value and temperature and push it to its limits or tone it down to get your message across
Day 1 arrival for 930 set up.
We will start with a brief talk about subject - muse and inspiration and how to see it and bring that forward in your work. the definition of good composition, value , colour and line. I will explain the palette I use and why. the surface I use and why and the best setup for painting.
I will paint in stages allowing the class working time between. I will start by demonstrating my value sketch ( on the surface), then we will block in the colour and begine working up the subject.
Day 2 will be finessing values, colour and details. Adding those little marks that make a painting sing. I will talk about varnishing, storing and presenting your work. If time allows we will do a class critique and/or have a discussion on promotion and social media.
We will start with a brief talk about subject - muse and inspiration and how to see it and bring that forward in your work. the definition of good composition, value , colour and line. I will explain the palette I use and why. the surface I use and why and the best setup for painting.
I will paint in stages allowing the class working time between. I will start by demonstrating my value sketch ( on the surface), then we will block in the colour and begine working up the subject.
Day 2 will be finessing values, colour and details. Adding those little marks that make a painting sing. I will talk about varnishing, storing and presenting your work. If time allows we will do a class critique and/or have a discussion on promotion and social media.
I work and teach in oil with odorless mineral Spirits. You will NOT get the same affects as myself working on CANVAS or with acrylic. But I will help you along. Acrylic are best used with an extender such as Golden GAC 500
I will paint a 36 X 36 or larger Size. We will be working on a minimum size of 24 X 24 - you must get your work home :)
I will paint a 36 X 36 or larger Size. We will be working on a minimum size of 24 X 24 - you must get your work home :)
participants must have some painting experience
PREPPING A WOOD PAINTING PANEL
A purchased painting panel is raw wood and must be gessoed to seal the wood.
I prefer liquitex clear gesso -I like to see the wood grain and it gives a nice mid value to start working on without having to tone the surface.
First I finish my edges using a 2" foam brush. Allow to dry .
With a 2" soft glazing brush apply a good thick layer of gesso. I like to lleave defined brushstrokes as this adds character to the finished work . Avoid dripping over the edge and wipe up any that happen (thick drips remain opaque) leave 24 hours to dry then apply a second coat . Varying the strokes from the first coat . Allow to dry another 24 hours then sand well. Run your hand over to feel for a consistent smooth finish. Sand the edges and the back of the edges (you don't want slivers )
If you like, clear coat the edges for a nice gloss or leave bare. It's personal .
Tips: instead of cleaning your brush each time wrap it well in a plastic bag and seal it with an elastic. Mine has been stored this way for 2 years without drying out.
A sand sponge is easier than paper
Protect your edges while painting with 1.5" blue masking tape . Leave till the work is dry.
A purchased painting panel is raw wood and must be gessoed to seal the wood.
I prefer liquitex clear gesso -I like to see the wood grain and it gives a nice mid value to start working on without having to tone the surface.
First I finish my edges using a 2" foam brush. Allow to dry .
With a 2" soft glazing brush apply a good thick layer of gesso. I like to lleave defined brushstrokes as this adds character to the finished work . Avoid dripping over the edge and wipe up any that happen (thick drips remain opaque) leave 24 hours to dry then apply a second coat . Varying the strokes from the first coat . Allow to dry another 24 hours then sand well. Run your hand over to feel for a consistent smooth finish. Sand the edges and the back of the edges (you don't want slivers )
If you like, clear coat the edges for a nice gloss or leave bare. It's personal .
Tips: instead of cleaning your brush each time wrap it well in a plastic bag and seal it with an elastic. Mine has been stored this way for 2 years without drying out.
A sand sponge is easier than paper
Protect your edges while painting with 1.5" blue masking tape . Leave till the work is dry.
download the Brush it Bold supply list
PAST WORKSHOPS
-Southwest Ontario/ London Area - November 22 & 23, 2017. 10 am- 4 pm
Ye Olde Towne Hall
160 Ailsa Craig Main St, Ailsa Craig, ON N0M 1A0
Ye Olde Towne Hall
160 Ailsa Craig Main St, Ailsa Craig, ON N0M 1A0
Eastern Ontario Workshop - Wednesday Aug 23 &Thursday August 24, 2017
Baxter Art Centre, Bloomfield ON
Baxter Art Centre, Bloomfield ON
Central Ontario Workshop - JUNE 10 &11, 2017
at the Whitchurch Stouffville Museum and Community Centre .
at the Whitchurch Stouffville Museum and Community Centre .
Calabogie Ontario Workshop - June 20 /21, 2017
Are you interested in purchasing my favourite brushes? contact me for more information
Testamonials
" I was so looking forward to the workshop with Sheila Davis and I was not disappointed in the least. She is a fabulous teacher - having us follow her process as a strong learning tool yet recognizing our own process in the mix. Sheila's knowledge of colour and pigments was phenomenal. Her painting s! - wow !!!! A wonderful workshop. Now I need to apply this knowledge. Here I come!!! Thanks for the learning Sheila. "
Pamela Mayhew
" I was so looking forward to the workshop with Sheila Davis and I was not disappointed in the least. She is a fabulous teacher - having us follow her process as a strong learning tool yet recognizing our own process in the mix. Sheila's knowledge of colour and pigments was phenomenal. Her painting s! - wow !!!! A wonderful workshop. Now I need to apply this knowledge. Here I come!!! Thanks for the learning Sheila. "
Pamela Mayhew
Good evening!
This email is quite late, but I wanted to thank you for all of your help, patience, guidance & inspiration at the workshop you held in Calabogie. Although as a very ‘new’ painter I was quite overwhelmed & intimidated by all of the talent in the room I came away from those two days with a desire to get better at painting. I read a quote recently that said, ‘you have to be willing to be bad at it in order to get good at it’. I thought that perfectly applied to me (& is a huge challenge for me)! I was amazed when I listened to the other ladies & gentleman in the room speaking of their years of experience painting. I chuckled to myself as I heard a lot of the participants mention they were really challenged, but then was so interested to hear one was a watercolour artist, one did portrait sketches, another was a palette knife painter. I can imagine after years of painting in one style or medium it would be challenging to try something new. I guess that was my advantage as I am just trying to discover my style. You all seem to have an amazing community of artists & I love at the end the critique was done with everyone being open to others opinions which in turn would result in a ‘better’ painting.
So, thank you for your creativity, although I paint for my own enjoyment, to relax at the end of a long week, I look forward to studying more & experimenting more. It turns out I also love working with oils (what am I going to do with all of my acrylics ;)
I love seeing your work posted on Instagram (I post my photography under ‘theartfulaccountant’) & Facebook. I look forward to may years of inspiration from you!
Sincerely,
Janice
This email is quite late, but I wanted to thank you for all of your help, patience, guidance & inspiration at the workshop you held in Calabogie. Although as a very ‘new’ painter I was quite overwhelmed & intimidated by all of the talent in the room I came away from those two days with a desire to get better at painting. I read a quote recently that said, ‘you have to be willing to be bad at it in order to get good at it’. I thought that perfectly applied to me (& is a huge challenge for me)! I was amazed when I listened to the other ladies & gentleman in the room speaking of their years of experience painting. I chuckled to myself as I heard a lot of the participants mention they were really challenged, but then was so interested to hear one was a watercolour artist, one did portrait sketches, another was a palette knife painter. I can imagine after years of painting in one style or medium it would be challenging to try something new. I guess that was my advantage as I am just trying to discover my style. You all seem to have an amazing community of artists & I love at the end the critique was done with everyone being open to others opinions which in turn would result in a ‘better’ painting.
So, thank you for your creativity, although I paint for my own enjoyment, to relax at the end of a long week, I look forward to studying more & experimenting more. It turns out I also love working with oils (what am I going to do with all of my acrylics ;)
I love seeing your work posted on Instagram (I post my photography under ‘theartfulaccountant’) & Facebook. I look forward to may years of inspiration from you!
Sincerely,
Janice
BUSINESS TALK/LECTURE
1-2 hours long. perfect introduction to marketing your art
'Maintaining an artist presence in the digital age'
An elected member of the Society of Canadian Artists and the Ontario Society of Artists, Sheila is also the webmaster and newsletter editor of the East Central Ontario Art Association (ECOAA). Sheila’s work has been featured on HGTV television and included in private and corporate collections around the world. She is represented by galleries throughout Canada. Her former career as Front Desk Supervisor in the hospitality industry brings a strong sense of business and public service that has filtered into her current career as an Artist.
Sheila is the author of the comprehensive book, “Beyond the Easel - Professional Development for Visual Artists” and has given many workshops on this topic. This book is perfect for any emerging or for that matter, established artist to take their art to a different level. Sheila's enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism are evident on every page.
During her visit with us, Sheila will be focusing on how artists can maintain a presence in the digital age through topics such as: websites, social media, digital printing (giclées), and communication and promotion with galleries.
www.sheiladavis.ca
www.beyondtheeasel.com
Discussion on:
Websites
-The importance of a website and your own domain
-Setting up yourself with easy to use software.
-use, design. Working with search engines (SEO)
Social media
Which -when-how
Networking and linking all your profiles and accounts
Different accounts for teaching etc?
Driving people to you profile and website
Sales
What to do when they get there - are you ready for sales? Payment options .Packaging. Shipping.
Return Guarantee?
Digital printing - Giclees
When is it time to do reproductions? How to find a printer - references -samples (seen with the original) guarantee?
How to market and sell
Working with your galleries - working together -communication and promotion -their responsibilities
The important of being current -NONE work if not updated in a regular basis
Last Words
- social media /blogs are time consumers and can be time wasters
-set aside a specific time for it
-keep it out of the studio
Your artistic creativity is paramount and must come first !
www.beyondtheeasel.com
1-2 hours long. perfect introduction to marketing your art
'Maintaining an artist presence in the digital age'
An elected member of the Society of Canadian Artists and the Ontario Society of Artists, Sheila is also the webmaster and newsletter editor of the East Central Ontario Art Association (ECOAA). Sheila’s work has been featured on HGTV television and included in private and corporate collections around the world. She is represented by galleries throughout Canada. Her former career as Front Desk Supervisor in the hospitality industry brings a strong sense of business and public service that has filtered into her current career as an Artist.
Sheila is the author of the comprehensive book, “Beyond the Easel - Professional Development for Visual Artists” and has given many workshops on this topic. This book is perfect for any emerging or for that matter, established artist to take their art to a different level. Sheila's enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism are evident on every page.
During her visit with us, Sheila will be focusing on how artists can maintain a presence in the digital age through topics such as: websites, social media, digital printing (giclées), and communication and promotion with galleries.
www.sheiladavis.ca
www.beyondtheeasel.com
Discussion on:
Websites
-The importance of a website and your own domain
-Setting up yourself with easy to use software.
-use, design. Working with search engines (SEO)
Social media
Which -when-how
Networking and linking all your profiles and accounts
Different accounts for teaching etc?
Driving people to you profile and website
Sales
What to do when they get there - are you ready for sales? Payment options .Packaging. Shipping.
Return Guarantee?
Digital printing - Giclees
When is it time to do reproductions? How to find a printer - references -samples (seen with the original) guarantee?
How to market and sell
Working with your galleries - working together -communication and promotion -their responsibilities
The important of being current -NONE work if not updated in a regular basis
Last Words
- social media /blogs are time consumers and can be time wasters
-set aside a specific time for it
-keep it out of the studio
Your artistic creativity is paramount and must come first !
www.beyondtheeasel.com