Waldoboro, Maine
The 2010 Heywood Artist Retreat in Maine
July 26 – July 30, 2010 (approx. 9—5 each day)
The Heywood Barn
808 North Nobleboro Road, Waldoboro, Maine
For further information, anne@anneheywood.com
For Registration Form, click here (PDF).

Treat yourself to a week of pastel painting this summer in beautiful mid-coast Maine. Based at an 1830’s New England farmhouse and barn in Waldoboro, Maine, the Heywood Artist Retreat Week begins with a welcoming reception on Sunday evening (7/25, from 5 – 7), followed by five full days of art, including painting demonstrations and instruction, excursions to local scenic areas for plein air painting, sketching, and photo opportunities, painting in the air conditioned Barn studio, and more. The Heywood Artist Retreat is limited to nine participants, with much individual attention offered to each person. Suggested materials list and other helpful information provided upon registration.

Includes five days of art instruction, Welcoming Reception, “Lobster/Steak Bake” (one guest per participant to “Bake” for an additional fee). Does not include accommodations, other meals, transportation, any activity fees, or supplies. Directions and further information regarding local accommodations, suggested materials, etc., provided upon enrollment.

East Bridgewater, Massachusetts
East Bridgewater Public Library
32 Union Street
For info and registration, 508.378.7743

Let’s Color! Discovering Oil Pastels
March 13th, 10 – 1

Free 3-hour hands-on oil pastel workshop for adults. Learn how to paint with oil pastels with step-by-step professional guidance. Materials provided. Registration required. Wear work clothes and/or aprons. This program is supported in part by a grant from the East Bridgewater Arts Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Cohasset, Massachusetts
The South Shore Art Center
119 Ripley Road
for info, 781.383.2787 or www.ssac.org

Pastel Studio Saturdays
Jan. 23, Feb. 27, March 20 9:30—4:30 each day

Treat yourself to three entire days of uninterrupted pastel painting this winter. Each session begins with a demonstration, while the rest of the day is dedicated to painting your masterpiece. Plenty of one-on-one guidance for each participant. Bring your own painting reference materials (still life, photos, etc.). Materials list provided upon registration.

Pastel Painting Thursdays: Focus on Composition
April 29th – June 3rd (7 weeks)

Composition can either “make” or “break” a good painting. Learn how to see composition and how to choose and utilize different compositional plans in your pastel paintings. Every class includes instruction/demonstration, plus plenty of guidance painting your masterpieces. Bring your own reference materials (still life objects, photos, etc.) to each class. Suggested materials list provided upon registration.

Pastel Painting Workshop
May 1st, 9:30 – 4

Give yourself the gift of a full day of pastel painting this spring! Saturday morning includes a demonstration, and is followed by class painting time for the rest of the day. Plenty of one-on-one guidance provided at your easel. Bring your reference materials (still life objects, photos, etc.) and wear work clothes. Suggested materials list provided upon registration

Waldoboro, Maine
Artwork by A. Heywood School/Studio/Gallery
808 North Nobleboro Road, Waldoboro, Maine
For further information anne@anneheywood.com
For Registration Form, click here (PDF).

Pet Portraiture in Pastel Weekend
May 15 and 16, 2010 (9:30-4 each day)

Spend a weekend painting your pet’s portrait! Workshop begins with a demonstration, followed by step-by-step painting instruction, with plenty of individual attention. Learn how to get a likeness of your pet, and how to render fur, feathers, and markings. Bring good photos of your subject, and pastel supplies. Suggested materials list and tips on how to take your pet’s photo for the painting reference are provided upon registration.

Pastels Made Easy Weekend
June 19 and 20, 2010 (9:30-4 each day)

A “must” course for new pastel painters and those who are “newly” returning to pastels. Learn why soft pastels is such a popular medium today in a two-day workshop packed with information. Based on my book Pastels Made Easy (Watson-Guptill Publications, NYC, 2003), this workshop is composed of hands-on step-by-step instruction covering basic pastel topics, such as painting techniques, correcting errors, and organizing the painting process. Suggested supply list provided upon registration.

Beyond the Basics Weekend
October 9 and 10, 2010 (9:30-4 each day )

Tailored to the intermediate student, this workshop begins with a quick review of basic pastel techniques and materials, followed by a pastel demonstration with ongoing explanations using advanced pastel painting techniques. Plenty of individual guidance while working on your own masterpieces. This workshop is held indoors in a comfortable climate controlled space. Suggested materials list provided upon registration.