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Mary Ann Beckwith, October 2 – 5, 2017, $300 WWG members/$350 non-members to sign up for Mary Ann Beckwith Workshop
Mary Ann Beckwith (maryannbeckwith.org) will be retiring after this workshop with Waterloo Watercolor Group in Austin. This will be your last opportunity to take a workshop with this esteemed abstract artist. She will be giving a public demonstration on Sunday, October 1, from 3-5 pm at Apache Shores, 14919 General Williamson, Austin, Texas. For workshop description, supply list, more about Mary Ann, and to register, go to www.waterloowatercolor.org
She was hired by Michigan Technological University to teach Painting, Design & Drawing classes, and during her career achieved the rank of Full Professor and was twice selected for the Distinguished Teaching Award. Developing the artistic skills of these gifted students was her passion during her tenure at MTU and she continues to support the endeavors of all students of art.She is the author of Creative Watercolor: a Step-by-Step Guide and Showcase. Her work has also been showcased in many articles in books and magazines.
She is a signature member of the American Watercolor Society, the National Watercolor Society, Watercolor USA, and, along with having signature status in many other societies, she is the Executive Director of the International Society of Experimental Artists.
Along with her active and engaged role in the art community, Mary Ann creates and exhibits her art, juries shows, and teaches workshops across the country.
A Workshop in Experimental Watermedia and Collage Techniques using Watermedia
The “Brush and Beyond” Workshop will be an art altering experience! The energy filled days will explore creative methods of watermedia application, including the building layers, texturing and collage. Participants will be exposed to new techniques and materials that will allow them to better express their visions and ideas through their paintings and collages. The methods taught and materials utilized will be suitable for both representational and abstract imagery. Demonstrations and discussions will encompass and focus on composition and design, how to recharge your work, sources of inspiration and the business of being an artist. Each day will include plenty of time for painting and optional critiques. more: http://www.waterloowatercolor.org/workshops.html
