Michael Holter

Service Description

This workshop will focus on the use of watercolor to paint exciting impressionistic watercolors. You paint from photographs and will explore the use of light and shadow to create interesting compositions and achieve dynamic results. We will discuss and work on turning any photo into an interesting and exciting painting. We will examine the fundamentals of watercolor painting to assure that all students are familiar with the techniques. Daily discussions and application of the principles and elements of design will be woven into your painting experience. Each day you will work on paintings and engage in exercises that will solidify the content that you are working on and spend time viewing current masterpieces. We will discuss the methods and the impact that these artists achieve using their techniques. Michael will demonstrate his approach to creating his award-winning paintings and show you several high-speed video demonstrations to enhance the instruction. You will have ample time to successfully complete your own paintings. Michael welcomes novice and advanced students and tailors the experience to individual needs. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Michael Holter is an award-winning artist who works in watercolor and oil who's paintings can be found in private and corporate collections in the US and several foreign countries. Although Michael has been painting most of his life, his work experience spans a wide range of creat