Art Santa Fe

Artists will build a portrait from start to finish from life with Eminent Pastelist, Christine Swann. She will teach her step-by-step, five-layer process in the pastel medium which focuses on accuracy, light and the “power” of the pastel medium. Understanding the "Thirds of the Head" methodology will let any artist become more accurate in portrait work in obtaining a likeness whether working from photos or from a model. The class will emphasize that understanding the Law of Light and its Rules dictate how value and color are related when constructing the complex topography of the head. Academic lessons on the structure of the head will also be covered along the way.

Register here: https://www.bluebirdstudiosantafe.com/the-power-of-pastel-christine-swann

Come join me, Saturday, April 7th , for the first in this year's Plein Air Mandala series. Come enjoy three and a half hours of creative exploration in the historic town of Lamy, where we'll gather pencils and markers (or whatever YOUR creative medium is) and explore the process of creating plein air mandalas. Whether it's an graffiti'd railroad car, an weathered church steeple, an impossibly crystal blue sky, all these things hold unique energy and significance. Mandalas can help us capture that energy and the unique meaning each image holds for us

In this workshop we will:

1.) Learn the basics behind plein air "mandala-ing". Discover how to look for images that hold resonance for you.

2.) Individually create 2-3 of our own mandalas. Pick your spot(s) and create your mandalas in the medium/style of your choosing.

3.) Come together in group to explore/discuss our creations. Return to the group where we will have group and individual discussion as well as writing exercises geared specifically to help you explore the meaning and messages your mandalas have for you.

4.) Learn how to further use your mandala(s) as a tool for meditation. I'll send you home with further tips and techniques for using your unique mandalas to deepen your inner exploration.

Markers and paper will be provided, or you can bring your own favorite art supplies.

The details:

When: Saturday, April 7th, 10am-1:30pm (rain date April 14th)

Where: Lamy Depot, Lamy, NM

What to bring: Chair, water, snacks. Markers/templates/journals are provided, or feel free to bring your own particular favorite paper/creative medium.

Cost: $99

Class size is limited to eight students.

Register at:

https://www.dantejericho.com/store/p25/Plein_Air_Mandala_workshop%2C_April_7th%2C_2018%2C_Lamy%2C_NM.html

I hope you'll join me for this incredible experience!

Dante

Dante Jericho is a contemporary mystic, teacher and artist. Her passion is teaching art, via mandala, poetry and collage, as a means of sacred inquiry. She is the founder of Contemplative Collage and has been teaching nationally and online internationally for nearly 20 years. She is the author of “Sacred Changes, Sacred Choices: Meditations from the I Ching.”

We are an established life drawing group, and have been meeting for years on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 a.m. - noon, at 1012 Marquez Place, Suite 103 A. Models pose for both short and long poses. We have a large group of experienced models. The cost to attend is $15 cash per session. There is no need for reservations, just drop in. We supply chairs, t.v. tables, and some easels. Bring your own drawing supplies, but nothing toxic.