The Gala “A Breath of Plein Air” is coming January 24, so save the date!
Don’t miss this Gala related November 16 event: “Secrets to Painting Outdoors”. Two half day workshops with 4 local plein air artists. See below for details.

“Abstract Painting” (section C), with Lisa Mishler begins 11/11 at the lovely Hummingbird House satellite location on the Northwest side. (Acrylic painting by Lisa Mishler above). Also beginning on 11/11 are “Drawing Fundamentals Level 1” and “Drawing Fundamentals Level 2” both with Paul Mohr at Casas Adobes satellite location.

Begins 11/12 with Pat Dolan: “Best Friends” in pastel, at the Main studio; working from our animal friends as live models, photos and a trip to Reid Park Zoo. This class is almost full, so registration by phone only: 620-0947.
Work above by Pat Dolan. Pat will also be teaching a one day workshop on 11/16 at the Hummingbird House satellite:
“The Spirit of Animals”.

TDS painting instructor Cynthia Miller offers “Drawing with Paint” workshop on 11/15 and “Acrylic Studio” on 11/16, both at the Main Studio. Painting above by Cynthia.

Saturday, November 16 Special Gala Event: “Secrets to Painting Outdoors” a plein air workshop with 4 artists. Sign up for 9-11:30 am (work with Gay Scheibl in oil or Judy Nakari in watercolor) or 1-3:30 pm (Dave Brown in oil or Doug Shelton in charcoal). At Brandi Fenton Park. Cost is $25 per person. Please register by phone: 620-0947. Above image is by Judy Nakari.

In the Gallery: “Small Wonders” continues with many small and beautiful art pieces for sale. Benefits educational programs at TDS.

“Drawing Fundamentals” Levels 1 and Level 2 both begin on 11/13 with Linda Poverman at the Main Studio. Our signature course, Drawing Fundamentals gives you the necessary “grammar” of drawing basics. Color drawing above by Linda Poverman.