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Unless specifically noted, our programs are free, virtual and suited for participants ages 16+. For further details about what to expect from our workshops, including accessibility options, and registration & Zoom instructions, click here.
Exploring Liquid Charcoal: Adding Color In March & April, Veteran Artist Shaun Smith introduced us to the medium of liquid charcoal, and how white charcoal & gouache can bring out the artwork's highlights. In this final workshop featuring liquid charcoal, Shaun will show participants how color can be added to the medium. Together, we will […]
Explore the art of Expressive Dragonflies! Led by Veteran Artist Shaun Smith, participants will paint dragonflies through an expressive application of intense colors and splotchy washes. This workshop is a canvas for your creativity—no art skills needed, just a passion for expression. Suggested Supplies: Watercolor Paint Watercolor or Mixed Media Paper Paint Brushes Paper Towels […]
Join Veteran Artist Shaun Smith, as he takes you on a journey into the world of Yupo Paper and watercolors. Yupo isn’t your ordinary paper - it's a semi-translucent plastic sheet that resembles paper! In this workshop, we’ll dive into the fascinating interplay between watercolors and Yupo’s unique surface. Watch as the water-based hues dance […]
Starting in September, Veteran Artist Shaun Smith will take participants through a 3-part project for fall. We will use this time to take advantage of the fall colors while showcasing an advanced watercolor and pastel technique. We will use unstretched raw canvas with watercolor and wet pastels to paint an autumn landscape. September 18th: Part […]
Last month, Veteran Artist Shaun Smith started participants on a 3-part project for fall. In this second part, he will show you how to take a thumbnail sketch and draw it onto the raw canvas, and then start the painting process of creating an autumn landscape. If you missed part one, there is still time […]
In this final installment for our three-part project on painting with fall colors, Veteran artist Shaun Smith will instruct the group on adding in some finishing touches and going through an overview of the project. As always, participants are welcome to follow along with Shaun or bring anything you'd like to work on of your […]
This week, Shaun Smith's visual art workshop will be held in connection with our annual our annual winter solstice reading! Sign up for Glowing in The Dark and stay for Candle Painting with Shaun! Glowing in The Dark is hosted by Hari Alluri and Seema Reza, featuring readings from writers whose work sustains us, helps […]
Join CBAW for Glowing in the Dark, our annual winter solstice reading. Hosted by Hari Alluri and Seema Reza, featuring readings from writers whose work sustains us, helps us to balance the light and darkness in both bright and difficult times. Featuring readings by... Jay Anderson Anne Barlieb Aaron Caycedo-Kimura Diana Colon Teri Ellen Cross […]
This week, join Shaun Smith for a study on how to render stone and brick textures in watercolor. Suggested Supplies: Watercolor paint Watercolor paper Paint brushes Pencils Eraser Ink pen (optional) Tape Water container Paper towels Q-Tips / Cotton balls (optional) Shaun Smith is a Retired U.S. Army Veteran and Fine Artist based in Northern […]
Join Veteran Artist Shaun Smith for a fun and engaging online workshop, where you'll learn to capture the beauty and tranquility of water using watercolor techniques. Suggested Supplies: Watercolor paint Watercolor paper Paint brushes Water container Tape Pencil Paper towels Qtips White gouache paint Shaun Smith is a Retired U.S. Army Veteran and Fine Artist […]
In this session of our Visual Art workshop, join Veteran and Artist Shaun Smith who will show participants how to first paint some wintery trees, and then add texture to their painting using salt. Suggested Supplies: Watercolor paint Watercolor paper Paint brushes Water container Artist Tape Paper towels Table salt (or any other salt you […]
In this workshop, Veteran Artist Shaun Smith will discuss wash techniques and apply them to a Beatrix potter inspired work. All skill levels are welcome. Suggested Supplies: Watercolor paint Paint brushes Watercolor paper Water container Tape Pencil Waterproof ink pen (micron or other artist pen) Eraser Painting by Shaun Smith Shaun Smith is […]
