Tucson Art Academy

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We have a new and exciting way to learn and study fine art online.

For 5 years the Tucson Art Academy in Tucson, Arizona has been a place where artists come to improve their craft and master their technical challenges in traditional fine art workshops from some of the best nationally recognized artists.

The Academy’s quality of instructors has attracted students from all over the world who want to build a strong foundation of skills. We will continue to offer these workshops but..........

| FAST FORWARD TO TODAY | and we are now going to be doing this "online" too.

Gabor Svagrik, the founder of the Tucson Art Academy, is the first one to teach, and will be the facilitator for these online courses.

We are in the process of establishing more online courses with some of America's finest artists. STAY TUNED!

 

John Budicin Workshop

One of the finest landscape artists today John Budicin, conducted a 3 day workshop in sunny Tucson. He is a member of the Plein Air Painters of America and has exhibited at the Annual California Art Club Gold Medal Show for many years. He has also been in numerous articles in some of the leading art magazines.
The students learned about simplifying their subjects, correcting their values ranges and to use color in a controlled manner.

 

Congratulations to Ray Roberts and Ned Mueller

It is no surprise that 2 Tucson Art Academy instructors and Plein~Air Painters of America Signature Members have recently received top awards.

Study with them when they return in 2013 to teach at the Art Academy.

Ray who won the gold medal at the California Art Club's 101st Annual Gold Medal Juried Exhibition & Sale

Ned Mueller won first place in the Southwest Plein Air Salon show in Dallas, TX.

New En Plein Air DVD by Gabor Svagrik

We just posted a new DVD. It is Gabor Svagrik's first En Plein Air DVD that he filmed last summer. Here is a link to the web page so you can order it.

 

New Albert Handell Video

Thank you Albert for teaching for us.

 

New Ken Auster Video

Thank you Ken for teaching for us again!

 

New Ned Mueller Video

Thank you Ned again for teaching for us!

 

Albert Handell Workshop

One of America’s finest artists Albert Handell thought for us a 4-day outdoor painting workshop. Albert at age 75 is one of the few painters that still teaches outdoors which we all know is the best way to improve your landscape works. He did demonstrations each day, which was just amazing to watch.

Getting together with some great friends

Just having a great time in Tucson. I had a blast this week with Ray Roberts,Ken Backhaus,Phil Starke, George Strickland and Gabor Svagrik. The weather was kind to us and these guys painted some great pieces.

Ned Mueller Workshop

Ned Mueller had a great workshop with us. He showed the student how to simplify the human head so they don’t get lost in the detail. Ned also talked about color and light as to how both affect the form. His is a signature member at the Plein Air Painters of America. With over 50 years of experience he made it look easy and the students learned a lot which helped them in their own journey.

Thank you Stan Miller for teaching with us

Here is a short video of Stan Miller's class.

 

High Def Link

Sandy Scott Workshop March 27-30th

We are proud to have Sandy Scott one of America’s finest sculptors coming to the Tucson Art Academy. Sandy will be conducting a 4-day workshop about birds. Every level of student is welcome. She really enjoys teaching beginners and encourages painters to sign up also. Don't be shy. Come to sunny Tucson and enjoy 4 days of expanding your knowledge.

Please go to Sandy's Blog to see her working in the field and her past workshop structure.

Kenn Backhaus workshop

PLEIN~AIR PAINTERS of AMERICA
Signature Member - KENN BACKHAUS

March 8 - 11 . 2012 . almost full

$600
Oil . will accept Acrylic . Int - Adv . Class Limit . 15 Students

4 day . Developing & Understanding the Artist's Skill Set

In this four day workshop Kenn will explain the important Skill Sets that the representational artist needs to develop and utilize. By definition, a skill is the ability to do something proficient. In general there are three primary skill set categories.

1. Knowledge-based
2. Transferable
3. Personality traits/attitude (also known as soft skills)

In my earlier years of painting, just getting the gear set up and painting a scene seemed to be the only goal I had. I soon came to understand that there is more to this world of art than I knew or understood. Goals needed to be set, but before establishing goals I needed to understand and develop a series of Skill Sets. Understanding and using these Skill Sets, launched my career as a representational painter.

The first two days of this workshop will be conducted indoors, and through my lectures, demonstrations and your painting efforts, we will define the Skill Sets which are the most important. The last two days we will paint on location applying these Skill Sets to better our efforts in the field. Understanding and applying your Skill Sets will put you on a solid path towards more productive and creative works.

Transportation needed.

To learn more about Kenn Backhaus and his art visit www.kennbackhaus.com

Peggi Kroll Roberts workshop

March 12 - 14 . 2012 . almost full

$425 includes model fee
Oil . will accept Acrylic . Beg - Adv . Class Limit 12 Students

3 Day . Costumed Model Studio and Plein~ Air

Peggi begins with the fundamental of values. A key to solid design. Every morning will begin with warm up exercises and then move to specific lessons to emphasis a particular fundamental. Peggi stresses the importance of being well grounded in the fundamentals in order to manipulate them to express your individual "voice". We will cover a lot of canvas to get as much mileage and make as many decisions as possible; a necessary process to growth and understanding.

We will paint from 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m daily.
Transportation needed.

To learn more about Peggi Kroll-Roberts and her art visit www.krollroberts.com

John Budicin workshop February 27 - 29 . 2012

PLEIN~AIR PAINTERS of AMERICA
Signature Member - JOHN BUDICIN

February 27 - 29 . 2012 . almost full
$500
Oil . Int - Adv . Class Limit . 15 Students

3 Day . Field to Studio

Painting outdoors is challenging. Learning what to select and omit to make a strong design is the goal. We are not obligated to paint everything as it is, the camera does that. Emphasis will be on simplifyingand organizing shapes. Beginning with a simple statement, we capture the shapes, values and light source quickly and then work toward a finished painting.

Demos along with visual aids will clarify the key elements discussed. Budicin’s goal is to share the knowledge he has, and give each student all he can through personal attention, direction, and group discussions. Class will begin with a short lecture and samples of Budicin’s approach, along with some completed field studies. Then the class will go directly on location and begin painting.

This is a 3 day course with one and a half to two days outdoors at selected locations and then in the studio utilizing your selected field work to produce a larger painting.

Transportation needed.

To learn more about John Budicin and his art visit www.johnbudicin.com

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Ned Mueller Workshop

Don’t miss your chance to study with one of America’s finest artists, Ned Mueller. He has been painting and teaching for over 50 year and if you want to improve your skills or just refine your drawing and painting, this class you should not miss. Ned is member of these fine art organizations. Oil Painters of America, Northwest Watercolor Society, Plein Air Painters of America, Northwest Rendezvous Society.

January 27 - 29 . 2012
$425 includes model fee
Oil . Pastel . Acrylic . Beg - Adv . Class Limit . 15 Students

Link to his website.

 

 

Ken Auster-Cover Artist for Plein Air Magazine

We are excited to announce that Ken Auster will be on the cover of the next Plein Air Magazine. Ken is one of the best American artists who is also one of the best teachers. We are honored to have him teach for us this January. His workshop date is January 18-21st. Here is the full info on his workshop. Ken also published a new book. You can order it through his website.

Clyde Aspevig interview

We just came across this great interview with Clyde Aspevig. One of our best living artists.

 

American Watercolor Society Stan Miller Receives 2 Awards

Stan Miller will be teaching a 4 day workshop January 23-26 . 2012.
This one not to miss!

Click here for all the details!

Tucson Art Academy Instructor Stan Miller receives:

The Artist’s Magazine’s 28th Annual Art Competition. Third Place for Landscape/Interior
See his painting and article in the December issue on new stands now.

and Southwest Art Magazine Artist's Competition . Finalist. Edwin’s Blue Hat

Lorenzo Chavez on the Cover of Pastel Journal Magazine

Tucson Art Academy Instructor Lorenzo Chavez is on the cover PASTEL JOURNAL magazine. CONGRATS!!!

Lorenzo Chavez will be teaching a 4 day workshop April 2 - 5 . 2012.
Pastelists...sign-up for this one!

Click here for all the details!

Read a preview inside here.