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Plein Air Workshops
The focus of the instruction will be very comprehensive,
starting with equipment, preparation, and set up of tools. My
near thirty years of experience as an illustrator and painter
will help explain the structure and emphasis on drawing, value
and composition. It’s my goal to help students fully understand
the process of composing a painting. Atmosphere, color, design
and brushwork will be emphasized throughout the workshop experience.
Each day I will do a demo describing my technique and process
along the way. Both one-on-one critiques at the easel and group
discussions will be held daily. My influences, both historical
and contemporary, will be part of our conversation over the course
of the workshop. I hope that each participant can become more
visually aware and have a more solid foundation in a relaxed and
positive environment.
A list of suggested supplies along with directions will be sent out upon sign-up.
Workshops,
2010
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Filoli, April 22-24
Located 30 miles south of San Francisco next to Crystal Springs
Reservoir in Woodside,CA. Filoli is an historic site of the Trust
for Historic Preservation and one of the finest remaining country
estates of the 20th century. Throughout the over 650 acres are
16 acres of English renaissance gardens and the remaining area
is mixed forests of oak and redwood stands, chaparral and grasslands.
Classes will be from 9a.m. to 4p.m. To sign up for classes go
to www.filoli.org
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Lafayette Reservoir, May 29-30
Join Paul for a two day workshop at the picturesque Lafayette Reservoir, in Lafayette, California. The reservoir is dotted with small fishing
and boat docks amongst the reeds, and is surrounded by hills covered in majestic oak trees. There are two different picnic areas for breaks. Pack a lunch and bring warm outerwear as the wind can pick up in the afternoons. Following the second day of painting, workshop participants are invited to Paul's studio in nearby Moraga. Class is limited to 14 students and a deposit of $100.00 is required.
Cost: $250.00
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Chileno
Valley Workshop, July 12-15
Paul will be giving a four day workshop at the Chileno Valley
Workshop. Students may stay at the historic Victorian bed &
breakfast on the ranch itself or choose to commute to class each
day. Located amongst the rolling hills of Marin County, California,
Chileno Valley Ranch has large barns and outbuildings, and is
surrounded by stands of eucalyptus and Monterey pines. To receive
more information and/or sign up for the class please fill out
a registration form at: www.chilenobnb.com
or call Sally Gale at 707-765-6664.
Please call or e-mail me with any questions you may have.
Paul Kratter
1128 Sanders Drive,
Moraga, CA. 94556
925 376-1869
pkratter@hotmail.com
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