Booth Art Academy

Located in historic downtown Cartersville, the Booth Art Academy was founded to provide the community and surrounding areas with a place where artists of any level could develop their capabilities.  Adult students have the opportunity to learn from nationally recognized artists and instructors in any media, while younger artists can access camps and classes in pottery, painting, drawing, sculpture, and more. All students have access to study and explore Booth Western Art Museum’s world-class art collection!

Location:  All classes are held at the Booth Art Academy / TRC Building, 1 North Gilmer Street, Cartersville, GA 30120, unless otherwise noted.

Cancellation Policy: All Booth Art Academy (BAA) programming is subject to cancellation if the minimum class enrollment is not met.  If BAA cancels a program, registered students will receive a full refund.  For BAA programs that are not canceled, registration fees are refundable up to 45 days prior to the start of a workshop, however, the BAA will retain $100 as a cancellation fee.  For cancellations less than 45 days prior to the start of a workshop, refunds (minus the cancellation fee) will only be given if there is a waiting list with a student who agrees to take your place.  If not, no refund will be issued.  There will be no refunds or prorating for missed classes.

The Booth Art Academy is not responsible for issuing refunds, credits, or transfers for workshops missed as a result of illness, emergencies, or other events beyond the Academy’s control.

The Booth Art Academy reserves the right to require the withdrawal of any student whose conduct is deemed detrimental to the Academy environment.

REGISTER IN THE LINKS BELOW OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 770-387-1553

3-Day Workshop with Artist Roger Dale Brown / “The Intricacies of Painting the Landscape in the Studio”

In this 3 day intensive workshop Roger will give a keynote presentation on the subject of building a good foundation in studio. The slide show and class will focus on developing a larger painting from foundation to the subtleties of brush work, techniques, color harmonies, tonality and impression of detail. There will be lots of information that will be given to the students in a understandable way. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced artists that want to push it to the next level. Come ready to work.

Wednesday – Friday, September 20 – 22, 2023
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $550.00 for Booth Museum Members, $625.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Workshop with Artist Nikki Davidson / “Painting the Big Sky”

This workshop will focus on the sky and clouds in all their glorious color and fascinating shapes.  Painting the sky and clouds successfully can be a challenge.  There are 5 secrets to painting beautiful clouds or a wonderfully atmospheric sky, and that is the focus of this workshop.  Clouds can be especially challenging, as there are many different types which look different in varying light. Similarly, sunsets have their own special set of color organizations, and each require different blending techniques.  Nikki will do a short demo on these methods with the students following along on their canvases. Students will learn the importance of color temperature, value structure, and depth in the composition.  As always, there will be individual instruction and critique.

Wednesday – Friday, September 27 – 29, 2023
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 5 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $325 for Booth Museum Members, $400 for not-yet-members

1-Day Pop-Up Workshop with Artist Nancy Franke / “Flower Power”

This 1-Day Session will focus on creating expressive paintings from life!  Flowers as the subject are a great way to capture movement, color, and light on your canvas in a modern way.  Nancy will demonstrate her approach, with emphasis on seeing the essence of any flower, while eliminating detail.  Edges and background approaches will be another focus along with ideas on paint application.  Come have some fun, work fast, and let it flow!  Students are invited to join Nancy for dinner at a local restaurant after the workshop!

Saturday, October 14, 2023
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $250.00 for Booth Museum Members, $325.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Oil Painting Workshop with Artist Dustin Van Wechel / “Dynamic Wildlife Painting”

Discover new approaches and techniques for painting wildlife in this fun and intensive workshop! Through a combination of painting demonstrations, lectures, and one-on-one instruction, Dustin will guide you through the process of creating a wildlife work from concept to completion. Topics such as understanding form, design, and color to create drama as well as introducing painting techniques that will enhance your work, are just some of the vital components of wildlife painting that will be covered in this workshop.  Open to all, beginners through professionals. Students should bring reference material such as photographs, field sketches, and plein air paintings from which to work. Some photographic reference will be provided for those who require it.

Thursday – Saturday, October 19 – 21, 2023
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $430 for Booth Museum Members, $505 for not-yet-members

5-Day Intensive Portrait Workshop with Artist Seth Haverkamp

In this workshop we will concentrate on representing a likeness through large shapes. By making large shapes progressively smaller, students will begin replacing the big shapes with simplified versions of the features until they have a fully developed portrait.  Students will work from a live model and the class size will be kept small to allow for more one-on-one instruction. 

Monday – Friday, October 23 – 27, 2023
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 5 students, Maximum of 8 students
FEE: $600 for Booth Museum Members, $675 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Thomas Caleb Goggans / “Mastering the Mood”

Paintings that move us deeply and delight us the most are the ones that capture a feeling and mood that is meaningful, familiar, and powerful. This workshop is all about learning to capture the mood of moments we experience where the light, the people, the place, and the point in time create feeling and memory.  By looking to deeply evocative art of the past, reflecting on what is meaningful to each person, and delving into the exciting possibilities of color & light, the physicality of materials, and orchestrating design, Thomas Caleb Goggans will lead each attendee in understanding how to capture their special images. Through demonstrations, info loaded conversations, visual inspiration, and personal guidance, participants will learn about developing a clear vision, obtaining quality reference, intentional planning, and achieving meaningful artwork in this three-day workshop with an additional bonus video session included.

Thursday – Saturday, November 2-4, 2023
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 6 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $425.00 for Booth Museum Members, $500.00 for not-yet-members

1-Day Intro to Woodturning Workshop with Artist Nick Cook

Join us for this unique hands-on opportunity and learn the basics of woodturning.  Spindle Turning: We will start with an introduction to the lathe, turning tools, and safety.  We will discuss materials for spindle projects and preparation of stock for turning.  I will demonstrate how to rough out a spindle and make beads and coves using basic spindle turning tools. I will turn a honey dipper and a snowman Christmas ornament.  Faceplate Turning: We will discuss the deep fluted bowl gouge, faceplates and chucks along with wood selection, grain orientation and chucking methods.  I will demonstrate how to turn a simple bowl and shallow plate.  All supplies included.  Students will create their own projects during the workshop.

Saturday, November 4, 2023
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 5 students, Maximum of 8 students
FEE:  $150.00 for Booth Museum Members, $200.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Workshop with Artist Jackie Jones

This workshop will give you a strong foundation for any genre of painting from landscape to still-life to figurative. Using geometric shapes in still-life set-ups students will learn (or refresh their skills) in: drawing, perspective, value, composition, depth of field, and paint application. These shapes are found in the landscape, i.e. a cone may represent a spruce tree, the cylinder a tree trunk, a half sphere the bouquet of treetops and the cube a rough hewn rock. Like puzzle pieces, the halftones, cast shadows and reflected lights are key players that link the shade and light families. Aerial perspective is gained with overlap, size/scale change, value, and edges. Color theory, color mixing, and composition will round out the class giving you a solid foundation and strengthen your skills as we create a painting. Acrylics and water soluble oils are welcome. 

Thursday – Saturday, November 9 – 11, 2023
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $450.00 for Booth Museum Members, $525.00 for not-yet-members

4-Day Watercolor Workshop with Artist Mick McAndrews / “Sophisticated Simplicity in Watercolor”

Immerse yourself in the unique qualities of watercolor in this comprehensive workshop designed for painters looking to strengthen their skills in composition, expand their visual language, and develop their artistic voice.  Create more interest in your paintings as you exploit the wonder and intrinsic beauty of watercolor.  Discussions and demonstrations will emphasize the importance of developing dynamic shapes, value contrast, and edge quality to produce sound compositions.  Working with a limited palette, simplifying scenes, atmospheric perspective, and color theory will also be addressed.  Less experienced painters can follow along in step-by-step group paintings while more experienced painters will work from their own reference material with individual guidance as necessary.

Wednesday – Saturday, November 15 – 18, 2023
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 20 students
FEE:  $400.00 for Booth Museum Members, $475.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Workshop with Artist John Guernsey / “The Secrets of Dynamic Landscapes”

Gain new insights and skills in color mixing, light and shadow theory, and brushwork.  Create paintings with a professional and dynamic look. Gain confidence in the painting process and learn ways to handle complex subject matter with great ease and simple gestures. Through a variety of lectures, demonstrations, practice studies, and one-on-one assistance, you will be challenged to apply unique techniques and to think in new ways about oil painting.  Expect a focused, yet relaxed, atmosphere with lots of fun and camaraderie.

Wednesday – Friday, November 29 – December 1, 2023
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 6 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $400 for Booth Museum Members, $475 for not-yet-members

2-Day Portrait Sculpture Workshop with Artist Kevin Chambers

This two day sculpture workshop will focus on classical portraiture. Students will build a life-size bust from a provided live model using water based clay on a provided armature. The class will cover classical techniques and approaches for building a basic portrait and demos for creating each feature. Basic anatomy and how to obtain a likeness in your portrait will also be discussed.

Saturday – Sunday, December 2-3, 2023
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 7 students, Maximum of 12 students
FEE:  $325.00 for Booth Museum Members, $400.00 for not-yet-members

*25 lbs of clay included per student.

3-Day Oil Workshop with Artist Susan Patton / “Features of the Face”

Susan will share images from her recent visit to the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC, where she closely observed the eyes of several portraits done by master artists and studied what made them different from each other. In this workshop, she will teach how to identify and interpret various patterns, shapes, and characteristics in the features of the face.  Susan will demonstrate painting the features while expanding on what she is thinking about during the process – what to avoid and important areas to get correct. She will also teach how to be observant before painting your subject in order to capture not only likeness but character.  A portion of one day of class will be spent at the Booth Western Art Museum where participants will observe and sketch features from the artwork and photos, including the Carolyn & James Millar Presidential Gallery, where they will note many different shapes of features and look for the patterns discussed in class. Entry into the Museum is included in the workshop fee.  Susan will demonstrate her way of premixing colors in her widely acclaimed “color circle”, and her newly developed “flesh tone circle” – a way of premixing flesh tones to give you a head start to finding the range of values and temperatures that you need in portraits. She will provide one-on-one feedback as students paint and draw the features of the face from photo references.

Wednesday – Friday, December 6 – 8, 2023
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $300 for Booth Museum Members, $375 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Ed Cahill / “Getting that Plein Air Look on Your Paintings – Even From Photos”

Join this fun and informative workshop and learn how to bring your paintings from photos to the next level. Work from your landscape shots or from Ed’s exhaustive collection and get the feel like they were painted on the spot! Join award winning Plein air and studio painter, Ed Cahill as he shows you how to choose the right photos, successfully crop and enhance the composition, and creatively adjust color to make compositions work better.  Ed will also discuss techniques for brushwork and approach, ways to transfer and enlarge images on to any surface, and how to plan and execute your plan into finished works quickly and efficiently. 

All media (oil, acrylic, water color) are welcome!

Wednesday – Friday, January 10-12, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 5 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $350.00 for Booth Museum Members, $425.00 for not-yet-members

2-Day Equine Drawing Workshop with Artist Elizabeth Scott / “Drawing Horses – Anatomy and More”

Accurate drawing is the bedrock of two-dimensional art, both realistic or abstract, whether the finished product is a drawing, painting, or even a sculpture.  This will be a fun, artist-friendly workshop with practical applications for horse-loving artists. While there will be a few short demonstrations, most of the time we’ll roll up the sleeves and draw! Critiques will be positive and encouraging. Liz is an award-winning Signature Member of the American Academy of Equine Art.  Beginner to Intermediate students.

Friday – Saturday, January 19-20, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 5 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $220.00 for Booth Museum Members, $295.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Workshop with Artist Celeste McCollough / “A Deep Dive into Landscape Color (in Oils)”

Given that we can never exactly replicate the colors we see in nature, every painting ideally makes a statement about the artist’s intention. This workshop will explore how to formulate a definite color intention and implement it. Strategies will be taught about how to use the building blocks of color to create a harmonious painting. Demonstrations will emphasize particular points and each student will receive one-on-one instruction. Bring some of your favorite photographic or other references to work from. The class will be taught in oil paints and all levels are welcome.

Wednesday – Friday, January 24-26, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 5 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $300.00 for Booth Museum Members, $375.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Egg Tempera Workshop with Artist Kathy Morris / “Painting the Portrait with Egg Tempera”

This workshop is designed for artists who would like to learn techniques and approaches for working in egg tempera. Students will be introduced to the world of egg tempera and learn the unique working properties of this medium used by the old masters. Kathy will provide individual instruction while sharing her knowledge of egg tempera and painting techniques. She will teach students  how to mix egg tempera paint from scratch and guide them through her method of creating a portrait with egg tempera. Working from a photo reference Kathy will provide, students will learn how to make egg tempera paint, prepare an ideal modern surface from aluminum composite panels, transfer a drawing, create an ink wash underpainting, build color and light through multiple layers, and learn about paint application and the use of brushes for egg tempera.

BEGINNERS WELCOME! ALL PIGMENTS, DISTILLED WATER, AND EGGS ARE PROVIDED!   

Wednesday – Friday, January 31 – February 2, 2024
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Minimum of 5 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $350.00 for Booth Museum Members, $425.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Oil Workshop with Artist Cindy Baron / “Harmony & the Landscape”

Harmony and the Landscape” – This workshop is designed to show how to take a tonal painting and build layers of color and harmonize.  There will be a demonstration each day to talk about technique, composition, and design.  I will work with each artist to help them achieve a better knowledge of the medium, as we work to a completed painting.  Design, values, and colors will be discussed along with a critique at the end of the workshop.  Photo references will be supplied or you may bring your own.  Beginners to advanced students are welcome.

Friday – Sunday, February 9-11, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $450.00 for Booth Museum Members, $525.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Watercolor Workshop with Artist Cindy Baron / “Innovative Methods to Bring Richness and Life to Your Landscapes”

A different, unique approach to creating watercolor paintings that sing.  I will show you how mixing layers of paint with a limited palette will hold their vibrancy, harmonize, and create an atmosphere that is exciting and complimentary to nature.  My watercolors are filled with richness and depth applied only by applications of washes of color that are transparent and opaque.  As a watercolorist and oil painter, I am able to apply techniques from both to give my paintings a unique feel.  You will learn a different approach to mixing, throwing color on paper, and letting them mix to appear more natural to nature.  Step-by-step I will show you how my palette of colors, techniques and lifting of pigment will develop into a painting with harmony and atmosphere.  I have a very unusual approach. I will share all my tools, materials, and knowledge. I will introduce gouache and show you how to bring an exciting, spontaneous life to your paintings. With this class you will be given an insight into the capability of what watercolor paintings can achieve.  We will learn the importance of studies to help problem solve a composition, the importance of subtle value changes to harmonize a painting, and glazing techniques that unite a painting.

Tuesday – Thursday, February 13-15, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 12 students
FEE:  $450.00 for Booth Museum Members, $525.00 for not-yet-members

4-Day Portrait Workshop with Artist Michelle Dunaway / “Capturing the Essence”

During this four day intensive workshop, Michelle will lecture, demonstrate her painting techniques, and provide one-on-one instruction as students paint from life. The class will focus on Alla Prima painting, covering everything from composition and color mixing of skin tones to more advanced techniques such as color temperature which gives the visual illusion of the subject receding or coming forward in space.  The beautiful intricacies of edges and brushwork will be a main focus as a way to lead the eye through the composition, making punctuations in paint and resting spots for the eye. This tool can be observed in nature and portrayed in paint to evoke emotion and rhythms in the painting.  The class will do three paintings over the four days:  two head studies and a two-day pose that covers advanced techniques for capturing a likeness, painting hands,  and placing the sitter in an environment.  Michelle will also do a slideshow of her work, including step-by-step photographs of her more elaborate finished studio work, while discussing things to keep in mind when taking a study back into the studio to make a completed work for the gallery. Beginners to advanced students are welcome as Michelle will work one-on-one with each student to help them achieve their next level in painting and give students  specific guidance to meet their individual artistic goals.

Monday – Thursday, February 19 – 22, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 16 students
FEE:  $750.00 for Booth Museum Members, $825.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Booth Malone / “Chomping at the Bit – Capturing the Horse in Motion”

This 3-day painting course is directed towards the successful portrayal of the horse both in motion and still. One-on-one instruction and demonstrations from this accomplished instructor will provide insight and advice on anatomy (common errors to avoid), animation, composition, brushwork, palette, and how to best obtain and use reference material.  “The Secrets of the Biz” is what this workshop is all about, taught by one of the best in the genre.

Thursday – Saturday, March 7-9, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $500.00 for Booth Museum Members, $575.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Kathy Anderson / “Painting Flowers in a Still-Life”

Kathy will start by taking the students through the all important design and block-in stage which sets the foundation for a strong painting.  With morning demos and the students painting with one-on-one instruction in the afternoon, we will cover all the important ingredients of a beautiful painting – values, edges, clean color, and more.  All levels of artists welcome!

Wednesday – Friday, March 13-15, 2024
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $450.00 for Booth Museum Members, $525.00 for not-yet-members

5-Day Indoor Oil Landscape Workshop with Artist Jill Carver / “Aesthetic Tools for Landscape Design”

Jill will discuss concepts and techniques aimed to resolve and strengthen motifs and improve overall design, from initial ‘thought boards’ to actual preparation techniques. She will illustrate how unity and variety are used to create overall harmony. The class will explore the aesthetic principles of motif, notan, shape, value and color management, and the use of grids or armatures to divide up the space and help with placement. She will discuss the science of how we see and how we can control eye movement.  Moving on from advanced design concepts and tools, Jill will tackle the practical techniques of scaling up a design through to ‘surface quality’ issues of working larger, working wet-over-dry, re-working passages that need correction, and the use of mediums, glazing techniques and varnishes. Jill will structure the workshop through daily set exercises, lectures, demos and brainstorming discussions.

Advanced-beginner to advanced level painters.  You must be an experienced and regular painter to fully benefit from this class.

Monday – Friday, March 18-22, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $720.00 for Booth Museum Members, $795.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Jonathan McPhillips / “Seeing the Sea – Coastal and Marine Painting”

This workshop is for the painter looking to enhance their skills while depicting coastal scenery, be it the marshes of the Low Country or the crashing surf of Down East Maine. An inspirational and encouraging environment will be fostered through critique and advice. Individual attention and demonstration will be emphasized as well as the importance of subject choice and personal inspiration. Although oil colors will be the demonstration focus, all media are welcome for working and practice.  The prevailing goal will be to approach painting as a fulfilling and enjoyable experience…a learning process that allows us to grow as artists and creators with any subject matter we choose.

Wednesday – Friday, March 27-29, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $475.00 for Booth Museum Members, $550.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Johanne Mangi / “Painting Horses – Plain & Simple”

Visually there’s nothing quite like the beauty of a horse whether in Portrait or Landscape. This workshop will take the mystery out of how to paint these majestic beauties. Johanne is known for her ability to teach in simple terms and use methods that push you beyond your imagination. But first you have to know what you are looking at. Students will go on a field trip to a local farm to learn and observe firsthand the important landmarks that make this subject look real and alive. Through demos and attentive instruction students will walk away with new confidence. This workshop is not about copying but understanding what it is you are painting. The point is to retain this knowledge and put it to good use no matter what you choose to paint. This is not a “one trick pony” workshop. Johanne’s goal is not to burden you with terminology and rules. It’s all about painting and getting the results you crave. She has always encouraged an expanded limited palette to keep choices simple when learning value and color. It’s not that scary. Drawing and edges? Not a problem. Be prepared for fun and hard work. This 3 Day Workshop packs a punch!

Wednesday – Friday, April 3 – 5, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $450.00 for Booth Museum Members, $525.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Landscape/Plein Air Workshop with Artist Kathleen Dunphy

Frustrated with trying to catch the ever-changing light condition while painting outdoors? Always wanted to learn about plein air painting but have been afraid to try it? Need some inspiration to kick-start your work? This class is for you!  Join Kathleen Dunphy, award-winning oil painter, for an intensive workshop of painting landscapes on location. Kathleen will walk you through her process for creating dynamic, light-filled paintings.  All levels welcome, beginner to professional. This workshop starts with a comprehensive lecture on the fundamentals of good painting and tips for plein air work. Kathleen will discuss using her limited palette and show students how to simplify the plein air experience. Workshop includes lectures, hand-outs, demonstrations, lots of one-on-one instruction and painting on location at various picturesque sites. Kathleen demonstrates her painting technique and students get the opportunity to paint several studies in this high-energy, 3-day class. Students must provide their own art supplies, meals, and transportation to and from painting sites. Space is limited so register early!

Thursday – Saturday, April 11 – 13, 2024
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $650 for Booth Museum Members, $725 for not-yet-members

3-Day Wildlife Painting Workshop with Artist Greg Beecham / “Sculpting With Paint”

The emphasis of this workshop will be on equipping each attendee with the tools necessary to attain their own next level.  This process will involve painting demonstrations by Greg as he teaches and answers questions.  Greg will work alongside each person as they paint while also helping problem solve.  He will critique the work of those students who desire it.   Greg will also self-critique his own work to give students an awareness of his procedures, progress, mistakes, etc.  *Intermediate to advanced students.

Monday – Wednesday, April 15 – 17, 2024

9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Minimum of 6 students, Maximum of 12 students

FEE: $500 for Booth Museum Members, $575 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Tina Garrett / “Secrets To Painting Children”

Join Living Master Artist Tina Garrett for a three-day oil painting workshop entitled “Secrets To Painting Children”.  Tina will share with you her practical approach to children’s portraiture including tips for creating a likeness, accurate flesh tones, and capturing the movement and wonder of children from photos.  Tina will help you learn how to capture wonderful reference materials from the children in your life and turn them into a work of art. Tina will also discuss strategies of how to paint children from life!  If your paintings are tight, stiff, and lifeless this is the workshop for you!

Friday – Sunday, April 19 – 21, 2024
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $525 for Booth Museum Members, $600 for not-yet-members

3-Day Plein Air Workshop with Artist Howard Friedland / “Capturing Important ‘Key Elements’ in Your Plein Air Painting”

Before touching your brush to the canvas, you must first make some crucial decisions in order to proceed smartly and with confidence.  I will share techniques that will guide you in making sound choices using a step-by-step process that takes you from value sketches to blocking-in the painting to development stages and then tying it all together for completion.  Individual attention, demonstrations,  and critiques will be offered. All Levels Welcome!

Wednesday – Friday, April 24 – 26, 2024
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $525 for Booth Museum Members, $600 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Dawn Whitelaw / “Developing Your Creative Voice”

Push the boundaries of working from reference to help discover your personal point of view and help you to create more painterly paintings.  There will be a heavy emphasis on specific skills to help you create a good foundation for your painting.  Students will chose their own subject.   A color booklet of notes is provided along with 4 weeks of online help to finish up the paintings started in class.

Wednesday – Friday, May 1-3, 2024
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $500.00 for Booth Museum Members, $575.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Patrick Saunders / “Capturing Character – Painting Dynamic Animal Portraits”

Learn to paint dynamic animal portraits, capturing a likeness as rapidly as possible. This 3-day workshop will focus on the accuracy of drawing, values, edges, texture, and color. Learn to paint alla prima, with dynamic brushwork and texture, achieving not only a likeness, but energetic and engaging paintings. We will focus on quick starts and a less is more approach. Learn what factors contribute to a likeness vs. unnecessary details that can contribute to an overworked, lifeless painting. All levels welcome, even if you’ve never painted animals before. Patrick’s simple steps for evaluating your paintings in progress will improve not only your skills as a painter, but your painting abilities in general.

Thursday – Saturday, May 9 – 11, 2024
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 16 students
FEE: $525 for Booth Museum Members, $600 for not-yet-members

5-Day Plein Air / Studio Workshop with Artist Lorenzo Chavez / “Fundamentals of Landscape Painting”

There will be daily demonstrations of small “on-the-spot” pastel and/or oil painting.  The primary workshop hours will be between 9am and 4pm.   These hours may be extended at times to paint late evening light and/or sunsets. We will cover all the fundamental topics of landscape painting. Students are asked to bring photographic references and/or sketches for indoor use in case inclement weather forces us to paint inside.

 Monday – Friday, May 13 – 17, 2024
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 12 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $850.00 for Booth Museum Members, $925.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Steven Walker / “Bring in the Light”

Take your paintings to the next level through this 3-day workshop with artist/instructor Steven S. Walker. Learn how to capture light and how to achieve captivating glows within your paintings while using photographs of your choice as reference.  Many of the basic elements of design such as color, composition, and depth will be explored along with a discussion pertaining to observation and photographing for reference.  A primary focus during the workshop will be to gain a fundamental understanding of painting materials, techniques, and studio practices to make your painting process easier and more successful. Each day will include a demonstration at the beginning of class. This workshop is open to all levels. Each student will receive individual attention catered to his or her skill level. 

Wednesday – Friday, May 22 – 24, 2024
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE: $385.00 for Booth Museum Members, $460.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Jessica Garrett Lawrence / “Color Mixing”

The ability to understand color can easily be broken down into logical methodical elements.  First we will learn how to mix what we see by defining a color in terms of hue,  saturation, and value.  With this method students will gain the capability to match any color with ease. Next we will discuss the use for a split primary palette and the effects of transparent color.  Students will understand the strengths and limitations of every color on and off their palette. Students will then see how to choose their palette for each painting to support their specific color goal.   

Wednesday – Friday, May 29 – 31, 2024
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 16 students
FEE: $425.00 for Booth Museum Members, $500.00 for not-yet-members

2-Day Sculpture Workshop with Artist Michael Naranjo

Widely regarded as one of the country’s best contemporary Native American sculptors, Michael Naranjo will be at The Booth Art Academy June 13-14, 2024 for a 2-Day Workshop!  There will be demos, conversation, and lots of instruction.  Make plans to join us for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from this remarkable man and artist!  *All supplies (including clay) are provided.  Box lunches will be provided both days as well.   

Thursday – Friday, June 13 – 14, 2024
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 20 students
FEE: $250.00 for Booth Museum Members, $325.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Drawing Workshop with Artists Shana Levenson & David Kassan / “Contemporary Approach to Portrait Drawing”

In this 3-day workshop, students will create a finished portrait drawing from life. Emphasis will be placed on value control and edges by focusing on deliberate pencil pressure and maintaining accurate mass relationships rather than rendering. The application of hatched directional marks creates form and energy. Students will use the method of relative sizing to transcribe the portrait to their paper. Class discussions will include how to accurately judge values, edges, and forms while working from life. This workshop aims to guide students toward creating a drawing from life using traditional drawing techniques. David and Shana will demo from the model for the first three hours of class and the students will work the second three hours of class with guided instruction.

Thursday – Saturday, June 20-22, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 12 students, Maximum of 16 students
FEE:  $650.00 for Booth Museum Members, $725.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Figure Sculpture Workshop with Artist Kevin Chambers

This 3-day intensive workshop  is designed to give students the opportunity to focus exclusively on the core of the human figure. Understanding the classical torso is vital to establishing gesture, proportion, and design in the pose. The class will cover traditional techniques and demos for designing and executing a successful classical torso sculpture. Students will work from the live model, sculpting at ½ scale  in water based clay on a provided armature. Option to fire the finished sculpture will be available through KLC Studios.

 Friday – Sunday, June 28-30, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 7 students, Maximum of 12 students
FEE:  $425.00 for Booth Museum Members, $500.00 for not-yet-members

*25 lbs of clay included per student. 

3-Day Sheep Portraiture Workshop with Artist TJ Cunningham

Join us for an intensive 3-day workshop focused on the intricacies of sheep portraiture. Within this immersive setting, participants will create an  oil portrait of a sheep.  Before diving into the painting, immerse yourself in several sketches and studies, sharpening your observation and technique. This is the best way to understand what a sheep’s face actually looks like.  Benefit from on-the-spot guidance. I’ve limited the workshop to 12 students so I can have more time to help you with your painting.  With genuine sheep skulls’ aid, grasp and accurately depict the sheep’s head’s anatomy.  Choose from a handpicked photograph collection or bring your own.  This in-person workshop is an unusual opportunity for novices and those familiar with our online sessions to deepen their understanding and skill in sheep portraiture. Space is limited to ensure focused instruction. Please feel free to register now and embark on this comprehensive artistic journey.

Thursday – Saturday, July 11-13, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 9 students, Maximum of 12 students
FEE:  $500.00 for Booth Museum Members, $575.00 for not-yet-members

2-Day Intro to Drawing Workshop with Artist Melody Boggs / “Learning to See – Light and Shadow”

Observing from life, we will learn principles of light and shadow by completing exercises to better understand the effects of the flow of light. You will then use this ‘way of seeing’ to sketch from life.  By practicing these principles, you will be able to apply this to your drawings and paintings, giving them better structure and depth using your medium of choice in your own studio. 

Friday – Saturday, July 12-13, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 6 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $300.00 for Booth Museum Members, $375.00 for not-yet-members

2-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Suzanne Barrett Justis / “Painting Your Pets”

Let’s have fun painting your pets! Suzanne will be demoing the paintings of the two most popular pets, the cat and the dog.  Students are welcome to bring photos of their own pets to paint or they can paint from the same reference photos as Suzanne.  Learn how to start paintings by working with negative spaces, color block your pets into the substrate, and render your finished piece.  Suzanne will also lecture and offer plenty of one-on-one instruction.  The class will focus on Alla Prima painting covering everything from composition, color mixing, brush technique, using paint scrapers, and more. This class, for beginning to intermediate artists, is designed to be lighthearted and fun.  There will be a drawing at the end, and 2 students will go home with Suzanne’s demos that were painted in class!

Friday – Saturday, July 19-20, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 6 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $300.00 for Booth Museum Members, $375.00 for not-yet-members

4-Day Landscape Workshop with Artist Bill Davidson / “Painting Smarter Not Harder”

Students will learn to see a better way quicker which will spark confidence and imagination, all while having lots of fun.  The following topics will all be covered: choosing the best attitude to eliminate confusing mental thoughts, why your materials may be defeating you, the simplest way to learn to see better, three simple questions to create foolproof designs, how to easily nail your values, creating a simplified color-wash, the simplest way to mix exciting colors, temperatures, and harmonies, how to apply textured, layered paint without mud or nasty grays, how to use chromatic black as a game changer, the easiest order of places to paint first, how to check your shapes , edges, and depth, and the key questions needed to make a great finish.  Bill’s workshops are about losing ego, having fun, accelerated growth,  and learning in a spirited atmosphere. Join the fun and warp speed your growth!  Please visit billdavidson.biz for the latest supply list.

Thursday – Sunday, July 25-28, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 16 students
FEE:  $650.00 for Booth Museum Members, $725.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Intro to Colored Pencil Workshop with Artist Sheila Hendrix

Most of us have some experience dabbling with colored pencils, either as a child in art class or as an adult with colored pencil coloring books.  But did you know that they are much more sophisticated than just doodling?  In this workshop, we will delve into this versatile fine art medium, while we create a colored pencil bird painting.  We will explore various colored pencil techniques including how to layer color using different pencil strokes and pressure, as well as burnishing and fusing those layers to create a smooth blended look.  Various tools will be utilized as well, including colorless blenders, solvents, and even some common household items.  By the end of this workshop, students will have the knowledge and confidence needed to take their colored pencil artwork to a whole new level.

Thursday – Saturday, July 25-27, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 6 students, Maximum of 14 students
FEE:  $300.00 for Booth Museum Members, $375.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Figure/Portrait Workshop with Artist Mike Wimmer / “Painting the Historic Figure/Portrait”

In this 3-Day intensive Workshop Mike will start with a presentation showcasing the process of collecting research and the transformation from research to the finished painting. Mike will then share his process of lighting the model in a narrative and dynamic way, using photography as an aide to better storytelling. Costumed models will be provided by The Booth Museum. Utilizing the reference photos and the model, Mike will share his working methods with a painting demonstration and then work with students individually in developing their compositions throughout the workshop. Mike will then be available for 2 weeks online for questions and advice in completing the paintings started in class.

Thursday – Saturday, August 1-3, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 16 students
FEE:  $450.00 for Booth Museum Members, $525.00 for not-yet-members

2-Day Gilding Workshop with Artist Alan Shuptrine / “Introduction to Water Gilding with Gold Leaf”

Come to a once in a lifetime workshop with master craftsman and nationally acclaimed artist Alan Shuptrine! Shuptrine is known for his master craftsmanship in fine framing, carving, graffito designs, and gilding with gold leaf. The lost art of water gilding is an ancient technique, perfected over thousands of years. Learn the historical background of this lost art of water gilding and discuss the art of the frame by taking a tour through the museum’s collection and viewing frames on display. Then head to the classroom and learn water gilding with 22 Kt. genuine gold leaf. The application of gold leaf will be covered in depth, and students will practice their skills of laying leaf, as well as techniques of burnishing, patination, and graffito etching into the gilded surface. At the end of the class, students will leave with their own gilded treasure.  No experience necessary.  All supplies included.

Friday – Saturday, August 9-10, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 5 students, Maximum of 8 students
FEE:  $375.00 for Booth Museum Members, $450.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Pastel & Oil Workshop with Artist Margaret Dyer / “The Figure in Pastels & Oil”

In Margaret’s workshops students are taught a traditional pastel & oil painting technique. Working with a live model, students will explore drawing, composition, anatomy, proportion, value, color and pastel application. Emphasis will be on developing form using light and shadow using Margaret’s easy step-by-step method. For those who are bewildered by color or are wanting to speed up and become less tight in their work, this is an excellent class to take. Students do not need prior pastel experience. Some drawing would be helpful, but not imperative.  To learn more about Margaret Dyer, visit www.margaretdyer.com.

 Wednesday – Friday, August 14 – 16, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 6 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $450.00 for Booth Museum Members, $525.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Oil Painting Workshop with Artist Amanda Lovett / “Understanding the Essentials of Color in Oil”

Color theory can become as simple as one, two, three. Using a three-color palette, we will spend three days working through exercises that will help strengthen your understanding of color mixing, color schemes, creating mood, and much more. The development of this class was rooted in what I learned while working with John Pototschnik to produce his book “Limited Palette, Unlimited Color”.  This very structured workshop utilizes talks, demos, exercises, hands-on painting, and plenty of one-on-one instruction.

Wednesday – Friday, August 21-23, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $450.00 for Booth Museum Members, $525.00 for not-yet-members

2-Day Oil Painting Workshop with Artist Amanda Lovett / “Simplifying Perspective in Landscape Painting”

Adding more substance and interest to your composition can often enhance the story you’re trying to tell, however, the word ‘perspective’ can clear a classroom faster than a canvas on fire! One of the best ways to overcome this feeling of panic and need for a high-quality extinguisher, is to learn to keep only the bare essentials necessary to imply an object rather than completely replicate it. Learn what you need to know about perspective without getting bogged down.

Saturday – Sunday, August 24-25, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $300.00 for Booth Museum Members, $375.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Oil Painting Workshop with Artist Krystii Melaine / “Learning to See Accurately and Paint Creatively”

Learning to see with the eyes of an artist allows you to interpret any subject accurately in oil paint. Understanding how to analyze form, light, tones, colors, and edges from life will help you to paint the depth of the real subject when working from photos. Krystii will demonstrate two ways to start a painting – sight-size from life or a gridded drawing from a photo. Then she shows how to break the subject down into easily analyzed segments, painting alla prima and finishing each area as you work. Light falling on planes, color mixing, handling edges and more will be demonstrated in ways that are easy to understand. You can also try tools and techniques to add abstract elements to your paintings. Students can choose to paint from a still life in the studio, or work from their own reference photos of animals, people, or objects. (No landscapes please.) All levels are welcome with individual instruction tailored to your needs. This will be a workshop packed with information, ideas, and inspiration to take your paintings and creativity to the next level from wherever you are now!

Wednesday – Friday, August 28-30, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 15 students
FEE:  $550.00 for Booth Museum Members, $625.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Colored Pencil Workshop with Artist Jesse Lane / “Dynamic Portraits in Colored Pencil”

Learn the secrets of turning colored pencil into a fine art medium…creating works as rich and nuanced as any oil painting.  Award-winning artist Jesse Lane guides you step-by-step in this 3-day intensive workshop.  Jesse shares his secrets for creating nuanced skin tones, dynamic lighting, and compelling composition.  All skill levels welcome!  Everyone works on the same portrait as Jesse gives detailed demos and works with students one-on-one.

The workshop includes:

• Large-Screen Demos:  A video camera on Jesse’s drawing board is projected to a screen so students can easily follow along.
• One-on-One Instruction: Jesse visits each participant, offering encouragement, answering questions, and explaining technique.
• High-quality instructional materials, including a reference photo, a glossy tutorial booklet, and the image outlined on drawing paper.

Take your art to the next level in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere!

Thursday – Saturday, August 29-31, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 24 students
FEE:  $525.00 for Booth Museum Members, $600.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Painting Workshop with Artist Nancy Tankersley / “Keeping it Fresh; Painting Figures from Photos”

One of her most popular workshops, this one will fill fast! Through lecture and painting exercises, Nancy will help you select photographs that will make great paintings. She will demonstrate her methods of working with photos in order to produce a painting that looks as though it were painted from life. Also discussed will be how to manipulate photographs on photo editing programs. You may work with photos brought from home or use those provided.  Nancy will paint several quick demos each morning, leaving you lots of time to paint.  *Both Oil and Acrylic artists welcome!

Thursday – Saturday, September 5-7, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 8 students, Maximum of 16 students
FEE:  $525.00 for Booth Museum Members, $600.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Landscape/Cityscape Workshop with Artist Chris Groves / “Abstract Landscapes and Cityscapes Using Oil, Cold Wax Medium, and Mixed Media”

This workshop will cover two main topics:  Pushing toward Abstraction in one’s artwork as a way of loosening up, as well as using a variety of tools, techniques, and mediums.  Experimenting with Cold Wax Medium as an addition to oil paint will be covered as a way to add texture, layering and mark making.  Using all the basics of landscape painting as a foundation toward abstraction will be heavily discussed as well as  adding a variety of tools and Cold Wax Medium in order to achieve beyond the basics while allowing exploration of new directions. 

All levels of artists are welcome.

Thursday – Saturday, September 12-14, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 16 students
FEE:  $500.00 for Booth Museum Members, $575.00 for not-yet-members

3-Day Workshop with Artist Roger Dale Brown / “The Intricacies of Painting the Landscape in the Studio”

In this 3 day intensive workshop Roger will give a keynote presentation on the subject of building a good foundation in studio. The slide show and class will focus on developing a larger painting from foundation to the subtleties of brush work, techniques, color harmonies, tonality and impression of detail. There will be lots of information that will be given to the students in a understandable way. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced artists that want to push it to the next level. Come ready to work.

 Wednesday – Friday, September 18-20, 2024
9:00 am –4:00 pm
Minimum of 10 students, Maximum of 16 students
FEE:  $550.00 for Booth Museum Members, $625.00 for not-yet-members

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