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M I C H E L E   C O O P E R
W A T E R C O L O R   W O R K S H O P S
All the arts we practice are apprenticeship. The big art is our life. -  M. C. Richards


"I only paint one thing. When I go out to paint en plein air, I am not there to paint a tree, a forest, a mountain, waterfall, lake, or any other thing. I am there to observe and hopefully to capture the effect of light. If I can do that, then anything worthy of being painted will appear on my paper or canvas as a tree, a forest, a mountain, etc. It will have been worthy because of the unique river of light and shadow that flowed across it for that one brief hour or two". ----Michele Cooper
  W O R K S H O P S

General Information:
My teaching style is informal, and I welcome students at all different levels of skill. Our objective always is to appreciate the landscapes around us, and to capture some of that beauty in watercolor on paper. In addition, I have found that the camaraderie and good humor of the group helps one and all (including me!) through some unique challenges inherent in this illusive medium.

Unless otherwise specified, we meet from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a break for lunch mid-day.

For outdoor workshops, we recommend bringing a portable folding stool or chair and a light weight easel along with your materials if you are not comfortable working on the ground (or sitting on a log, etc.!) I will do a demonstration painting and several studies during each day, but will spend the rest of my time assisting and critiquing students as they work.

Please email michele@michelecooper.com for recommended Workshop Supply List.

W O R K S H O P   S C H E D U L E  -  2 0 0 7

1. Kirkland, Washington   Indoor, studio
JUNE 23, 24,  2007  (Sat-Sun)
$175.     Emphasis:  Flowers
Kirkland Arts Center  TEL: (425) 822-7161 - EMAIL: info@kirklandartscenter.org

2. Marysville, Washington   Outdoors, plein air
 JULY 21,  2007  (Sat)
$100.     Emphasis:  Lavender Hills Farm & NW Studio Visit
Sponsored by NW Studio TEL:(360)770-5977-EMAIL: info@michelecooper.com

3. Kirkland, Washington   Outdoors, plein air
AUGUST 15, 16, 17   2007  (Wed-Fri)
$240.     Emphasis:  Summer Landscapes, Gardens, Local Alleyways
Kirkland Arts Center  TEL: (425) 822-7161 - EMAIL: info@kirklandartscenter.org

4. Snohomish County, Washington  Outdoors, plein air
SEPTEMBER 15, 16, 2007  (Sat-Sun)
$150.     Emphasis:  Painting Water on Location
Sponsored by NW Studio TEL:(360)770-5977-EMAIL: info@michelecooper.com


Michele is a registered participant
 in the Plein Air Painters' US Open - Sept 6-9, 2007



 [more info about individual workshops: http://michelecooper.com/workshops.html]

     

You may register online for any of the workshops by going to http://michelecooper.com/bookingforme.html

All 2007  2-day workshops sponsored by Michele's NW Studio will be $150. (deposit of $100. to reserve a spot) and 1-day workshops will be $100. ($50. deposit to reserve a spot). Deposits will be refunded upon cancellation up to two weeks of the workshop dates , or later, if we are able to fill the vacancy. You may also call 360.770.5977 and leave a message, or email me directly at michele@michelecooper.com

See requirements for other sponsors at individual contacts listed above.

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   Workshops can be canceled at the discretion of the artist, for reasons such as under enrollment, weather, etc. Alternate dates or compensation will be made if workshops are canceled.

We would be happy to add your name to our MAILING LIST to include you in updates and developments in our 2007/8 workshop plans.

Or you can contact Michele Cooper directly:
tel (360) 770-5977
email workshops@michelecooper.com