Saturday Life Drawing

Date: Saturday, April 12    
Time: 10:30A-1:30P
Fee: $10 (cash only please)
Level: Beginner +

Join us for a special Saturday life drawing session in the studio and in the galleries on April 12th from 10:30am to 1:30pm. Artists will have the option to draw from two models – one model will pose nude in the studio*, and one model will pose for portraiture (clothed) in the gallery. Drawing from a live model is a valuable experience for every artist interested in understanding the human form. These sessions are not formal classes but rather a gathering of artists of different skill levels, creating art together. We hope you can join us for this special life drawing session!

*Artists under the age of 18 are only allowed to draw clothed models & will be prohibited from entering the studio when a nude model is present.

Casein Landscapes for Beginners

Instructor: Nathan Brandner
Date: Tuesday, April 15  
Time: 1:30P-5P
Fee: $75
Level: Beginner+

Casein is an underrated medium that is great for those who are timid about getting into oils and don’t necessarily want to tackle watercolor. This beginner class will walk students through the basics of casein painting while exploring landscape painting. Both basic knowledge of the medium and the subject will be taught. All supplies included.

Willow River Forest in Oils

Instructor: Steve Wysocki
Date: Thursday, April 17        
Time: 9:30A-4:30P
Fee: $85
Level: Intermediate +

Join Stephen Wysocki as he guides students through creating his painting Willow River Forest in oil paint. Students will explore the process of painting with oils through studying color mixing, paint application and values, without the stress of determining the painting composition. Most students will finish the painting by the end of class.

A seasoned artist, Stephen Wysocki utilizes the bold application of color to convey movement and excitement in his pieces. “I am always looking to create an atmosphere in my work. I believe color can stand alone to convey a mood in a piece of work. I like to explore an image by playing with the many warm and cool tones.”

This class includes all oil painting materials; however, if you like to use an apron or gloves, please bring them with you as they will not be provided.  There will be a break for lunch.

Artist Book & Print Night

Instructor: Emily Runnerstrom
Date: Thursday, April 24th       
Time: 5p-8P
Fee: $15
Level: Beginner +

Join us for an evening session of book art and printmaking in our studio every final Thursday of the month! This drop-in event is designed for book artists and binders, print artists, and creative people who are interested in learning more about the book arts and printmaking with the intent of coming together for a casual evening of instruction and mutual inspiration. Bring your latest project, take advantage of our studio printing press and enjoy the company of other artists.

During the April Artist Book & Print Night, we will begin the evening with Neenah artist and Richeson Gallery Manager, Emily Runnerstrom. Specialty papers used for book end papers can be expensive but with a few simple materials, artists can make their own decorative papers great for book binding and collage. Emily will introduce participants to two different ways of creating decorative papers at the beginning of the evening, after which participants are welcome to explore the techniques taught or work on their own projects. Minimal supplies will be provided for this project. Visit our website for a suggested list of supplies and tools.

Minimal supplies will be provided during this session. Please check this page closer to the date for suggested supplies.

Grander Skies: Pastel Painting Remarkable Clouds

Instructor: Chris Behrs
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2023
Time: 9:30am-3:30pm
Fee: $85
Level: Beginner+

Join Chris Behrs in the Richeson studio for a day painting the skies with pastel. Fascinated with clouds his whole life, Chris has mastered the art of capturing the beauty of the skies in his paintings. Whether they are lumbering giants, wispy and feathered, or catching the incredible colors of a sunset, clouds can play an important role in any outdoor painting. In this workshop, students will explore the many facets and varied qualities of clouds. Join Chris as he leads you through his approach and the steps in his process for painting clouds. All materials included. There will be a break for lunch.

Chris Behrs is an award-winning artist and member of the Pastel Society of America. An art teacher in Cedarburg Wisconsin, he has been president and is current a signature member of the Wisconsin Pastel Artists.