UPCOMING WORKSHOPS/EVENTS

ON TEACHING…
Rob is internationally known for his inspiring and informative teaching style. He teaches at The Art League of Virginia and holds workshops throughout the U.S. and abroad. He regularly tours students through the great museums of Europe, garnering from his extensive knowledge of the old European masters and is a visiting instructor at The National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, demonstrating old masters’ techniques. Rob is a distinguished faculty member and on the advisory board of The American Portrait Society. He was asked to pioneer one of their first online teaching courses for American Artist Magazine in 2009 and taught regularly at their “Weekend with the Masters” workshops. Liberace Studio has produced a series of tutorial dvds focusing on the figure, portrait and anatomy, and since Covid he teaches several online classes per year. He has been asked to contribute articles on technique for both American Artist and The Artist’s magazines. Rob has been named a “Modern Master” by the Art Renewal Center and has received the Grand Prize Awards for both the Art Renewal Center annual Salon Show and American Portrait Society’s annual portrait competition.

If you are interested in hosting a workshop, please contact Rob or Lina or you can see Rob’s workshop information and fees here.

Updated September 2023

FALL FRIDAY CLASSES, THE ART LEAGUE OF ALEXANDRIA
DRAWING THE DYNAMIC FIGURE: STYLE, EXPRESSION AND TECHNIQUE (in person)
September 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023 (plus one online critique class)
Registration opens August 7th (in-person registration taken before online registrants)
The Art League of Alexandria, VA currently (as of July 13) only has summer teachers/classes listed on their website, so stay tuned for Rob’s classes/workshops. This class examines a variety of drawing techniques used to render the human figure and portrait with an emphasis on clarity, craftsmanship, and expression. Participants will study the form, function, and dynamics of the figure and portrait while exploring the tools and characteristics of materials ranging from red chalk to watercolor. We will follow a systematic approach to understanding anatomy and structure through line and tone. Examples of great masterworks will be used to inspire and instruct while facilitating a more lively and expressive approach to drawing. The class will include six studio classes and one online critique session (date to be determined later).

THE PUTNEY BARN, PUTNEY, VERMONT
COSTUME DRAMA – FEATURES AND FABRICS EXPLORED
October 16, 17, 18, 2023 (height of New England’s autumn color!)
From Vermeer’s “Girl with the Pearl Earring” to Sargents “Lady Macbeth” artists have used elaborately costumed subjects to accentuate the drama of their art. The three-day class explores the beauty and complexity of this portrait tradition and features models dressed in period inspired attire. The first day will involve drawing (or painting if preferred) with a focus on the anatomy of both the face and fabric. Special attention will be given to the various characteristics of fabric folds. The final two days will explore painting the portrait and costume in oils and feature discussions on alla-prima paint handling and color. Email Cat at catnunn@comcast.net for more info.

WINTER FRIDAY CLASSES, THE ART LEAGUE OF ALEXANDRIA
PAINTING THE DYNAMIC FIGURE: STYLE, EXPRESSION AND TECHNIQUE (in person)
February 2, 9, 16, March 1, 8, 15, 2023 (plus one online critique class)
This class examines a variety of classic and modern painting techniques used to render the human figure and portrait with an emphasis on clarity, craftsmanship, and expression. Participants will study the form, function, and dynamics of the figure and portrait while exploring the tools and materials related to classic form painting and alla-prima. We will follow a systematic approach to understanding anatomy through light and color using both limited and highly chromatic palettes with a variety of lighting arrangements. Examples of great masterworks will be used to inspire and instruct while facilitating a more lively and expressive approach to painting. The class will include six studio classes and one online critique session (date to be determined later). Registration to be announce on The Art League website. (in-person registrants taken before online registrants).

WAREHOUSE 521, NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE
THE MODERN PORTRAIT IN FULL COLOR
February 19, 20, 21, 22, 2024
Monday-Thursday 9:30 to 4:30. 19th century artists ignited a revolution in the understanding and use of color which transformed the modern portrait. Sorolla, Mancini, and Zorn, along with many others, inspired a new era of modern art dedicated to developing a heightened awareness of light’s innate beauty. Inspired by this movement, our portrait workshop will examine these innovative color ideas and apply them in our paintings. In addition, we will explore a variety of lighting effects on the models to highlight different aspects of color including temperature and chromatic intensity. We will also look at a variety of paint handling techniques and study approaches to accurately depicting the features. $850 includes model fees. See Warehouse 521 website for more details.

SPRING FRIDAY CLASSES, THE ART LEAGUE OF ALEXANDRIA
COSTUMED PORTRAIT (in person)
April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 2024 (plus one online critique class)
Class description to come. The class will include six studio classes and one online critique session (date to be determined later). Registration to be announce on The Art League website. (in-person registrants taken before online registrants).

OREGON SOCIETY OF ARTISTS, PORTLAND, OREGON
September 6, 7, 8, 2024
Oregon Society of Artists
This will be a drawing/painting workshop
Info to come or contact hannah@osartists.org or call 503 228-0706.