Individual and Group Workshops Available for the 2024 Season

I am pleased to announce that workshops for the 2024 season are now available. Whether you are a beginner looking to explore the world of art or an experienced artist hoping to enhance your skills, these workshops offer a unique opportunity to engage with art in a creative and supportive environment.

If you reside in the Bemidji, Walker, Laporte, or nearby areas, I invite you to take part in these enriching workshops. Through hands-on guidance and personalized instruction, participants will have the chance to unleash their creative potential and refine their artistic techniques.

To learn more about the workshops, host a workshop or to inquire about personal workshop

please use the contact form below. I look forward to sharing the joy of art with you in the upcoming season!

May 5, 2024

The Crossing Arts Alliance

711 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN 56401

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP WITH DARCY BRAMBRINK

SUNDAY, MAY 5

1:00 - 5:00PM

COST: $70, MATERIALS INCLUDED

Learn to watercolor loosely with a "wet in wet" technique.  We will be painting birch trees with incorporation of a bird.  Students will complete an 11 x 14 painting on Arches 330 gm CP artist quality paper with Daniel Smith Watercolors.  The class will start with an introduction on learning wet in wet techniques and practice before the final painting is started.  Instructor Darcy Brambrink is a member of the Minnesota Watercolor Society and the American Watercolor Society.


Loose Watercolor Field of Flowers Workshop

SATURDAY, MAY 18

1 - 4pm - COST 40.00 Includes all artist quality materials

HELGA TOWNSHIP HALL in NARY

BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA

Class size is limited to 12. Sign up early! Once spaces are filled I will put you on a waiting list.

In this workshop, students will have the opportunity to delve into the techniques of creating a loose watercolor field of flowers. Throughout the session, the focus will be on cultivating a sense of freedom and spontaneity in your painting style.

The workshop will guide students through the process of creating an 11 x 14 final matted painting that captures the essence of a vibrant field of flowers. From selecting the right color palette to mastering brushstrokes that convey movement and energy, participants will learn how to bring their floral composition to life.

Under the expert guidance of Minnesota artist Darcy Brambrink, students will explore various watercolor techniques that lend themselves to creating a loose and expressive painting style. Whether you're a seasoned artist looking to loosen up your approach or a beginner eager to explore the world of watercolor, this workshop offers a supportive environment for artistic growth.

Join us and embark on a creative journey where you will learn how to infuse your floral paintings with a sense of spontaneity and joy. Let your imagination bloom as you develop your skills in capturing the beauty of nature through watercolor!