Rusty Roo  artists retreat    a place to let your soul breathe.

 

 Painting in the landscape.

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Painting in the Landscape.

Nancy Brown & Sharon Lee

This workshop is an opportunity to experiment, try ideas, let go, and work through process, without knowing the end point; and see where it takes you.

Friday night after a relaxing meal we will have a DVD show and talk.

On Saturday after our walk collecting ideas - We will explore ways of layering; working with techniques of glazing, mark-making, silhouette, print reduction and multiple views;

On Sunday we will set up in the environment, close to the studio -  & using techniques explored - We will attempt to develop works that draws the viewer and slowly reveal; through rich varied surface and layered imagery.

 

       

 

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 Preferred paint medium is acrylic for fast drying / glazing. Landscape colours.

Acrylic mediums – if you already have & use them.  i.e. / Impasto gel, binder, retarder.

Variety of brushes. Smaller size 1 x 2 – 1 x 8 Taklon/synthetic, flat or pointed.

Bristle brushes 1/2 inch to 1 inch.  Also 1 or 2 Wide head brushes for glazing. Approx 3”

Sat - working on several small canvases, so various ideas can be worked through ( some smaller pieces of primed canvas 20cm x  cm or small canvas boards.– stretched canvases – no  bigger than 50cm – or a size you can manage to carry & fit in your car )

Other materials include - drawing materials you already have i.e. pastel sticks, visual diary, and charcoal, black or coloured ink, ink nib & holder, pencils.

Please bring sealable plastic containers for mixing and storing paint. Min 6  i.e. medium sized takeaway containers. At least 3 white Plastic plates for palettes.

Rags and old clothes as acrylics stain.

To be absorbed into the environment and really look at nature’s bounty is a rare treat . . to have permission to slow down and see, is a joy.             Rusty Roo  2009

 

  

 

Creating –‘ the Indulgent long weekend ‘

 

August 29th after lunch – Sept 4th after lunch.

6 full days & nights

Accommodation – Food – guidance

 

Groups kept small. 

 

$850.00 per person

Indulge in a beautifully catered, Six full days &  nights  of creativity.

Time to Let your soul breathe and your spirit explore.

 

During the week, the facilitators will introduce various media to try in short informative workshops – i.e. grounds, collage, and layering.  However, it is an opportunity for artists to work with and learn from each other. (I will discuss areas of interest with each individual at time of booking, so that a time table of workshops can be inserted, where appropriate, over the week). Throughout the week, we will take short breaks to examine and talk about our progress and share process, in a non-judgmental format.

 

The property offers numerous vistas within walking distance, or you can visit some of the scenic spots, a short trip by car. Maps of immediate area will be available.

At night, we will choose to; explore each other’s portfolios, view interesting & informative DVD presentations, enjoy the expansive night sky around a bush bon fire and generally experience the relaxed & creative atmosphere.

 

No experience necessary, however it is an advantage.

 

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·        Materials of preferred use.   Acrylics & mediums . . . .  or oils.

                                              Brushes, rags, containers to store additives

                                                                     Boards, canvases, paper & other surfaces.

                                                          Other drawing materials, pastels, pencils etc.

·        Visual diary, camera, batteries, batter recharger.

·        Folio or DVD presentation of your work.

·        Alcoholic beverages if you wish.  Soft drink if desired. Water bottle.

·        Before & after dinner treats like chocolate, chips, nuts etc.

·        Single bed sheets, pillow, pyjamas, toiletries, medication.

·        Comfortable clothes, walking socks/shoes, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent.

·        Registration and payment must be received 4 weeks prior to the Camp.  Unfortunately, withdrawal from the Camp following that date will incur a penalty of full fees unless the place can be filled by another artist.  We will make every attempt to replace you.

 

Other items – directions, payment, time table, menu - 

will be discussed upon receipt of monies closer to date.

 

 

 

 

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