UPCOMING ART WORKSHOPS 2025
This series of experimental art workshops are taught in a spacious and colorful studio in West Oakland, with easy access to the Bay Bridge. The studio has lots of light, working space on 16 foot tables, hanging space for reviews, and is well equipped with art supplies and tools. Most of the workshops commence with a digital presentation on the subject, creative exercises, work time and “pin up” critiques for feedback.
Upcoming Workshops:
Mixed-Media Monotype Workshop
5/18, 9:30-5:30pm
Experimental Impressions & Mark Making Techniques
$200. tuition (minimum 7 people - maximum 10)
$25. material fee (includes paper, inks, tools and supplies)
This class explores experimental methods for creating textured and multi-layered prints using unconventional tools, materials and processes. We will explore ways to combine monotype printing, relief stamping, stenciling and transfer techniques, drawing and more. Level: Beginner to Advanced.
Registration + Payment: Email sandrakelchprints@gmail.com to register and get payment info.
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Abstracting Nature: Drawing + Printmaking
This 2-day immersive workshop explores drawing techniques, collage and printmaking to create layered and multi-media prints using a range of tools, materials and processes. We will translate natural forms into printable imagery using a range of approaches and media. We will have a pin-up critique of all work. Level: Beginner to Advanced.
June 7-8, 10-5 (2 day back to back immersion class)
Sonoma Community Center Print Studio, Sonoma, CA
Info: https://sonomacommunitycenter.org/events/abstracting-nature/
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Drawing Techniques (inquire about next class)
This is a full day of learning several drawing skills, techniques, tools and materials through short exercises, with a drawing project at the end. We will begin the day with a digital presentation of a range of drawn artworks for inspiration. I will cover line contours, shading, gestural drawing, perspective basics, drawing for scale, transfer techniques, figurative and abstract drawing and much more. We will be using different types of pencils and charcoal on different types of paper. This class is a great way to pick up new skills and to try new techniques. Level: Beginner to Advanced.
10:00 am-5:00 pm
$130. + Material fee $25. (drawing papers, art tools and supplies)
Total $155.
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Studio Access with Supervision
Studio Access allows you to work from 10-6pm in the studio with access to tools and supplies. I will be independently working on my projects and am available for supervision or feedback. Make a reservation via email.
10-6:00pm on Saturdays
$60. day rate
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CLASS INFORMATION
Studio Address: 2200 Adeline at West Grand Avenue, Oakland. Studio #210B (Stairs or freight lift to second floor).
Email Contact: sandrakelchprints@gmail.com
Register: Contact me to see if there is still space in the class and to get your name on the class list. I will need your contact info emailed to sandrakelchprints@gmail.com and payment (see below).
Payment: Workshops can be paid for on Venmo “@Sandra-Kelch-2”, Paypal: sandrakelchprints@gmail.com or by check. Checks can be mailed to the studio address. Cancellations can be made 48 hrs. in advance of the class for a full refund. Otherwise a $40. cancellation fee will be retained. Please note that there is a 4 person minimum for workshops, and I reserve the right to cancel workshops that do not fill.
Instructor: Sandra Kelch, www.sandrakelch.com for more information (see “About”).