SUMMER RESIDENCY
A Little Knife Music:
Oil and Cold Wax Exploration
with Casey Cheuvront, Professional Artist & Mentor
Wax On/Wax Off: Building Oil and Cold Wax Abstraction.
You Will Learn:
The proper use of cold wax
How much
Where, when and how to layer
Additive and subtractive techniques
Audience: Fine Art Painters
Medium: Oil, Cold Wax
Stages: Beginner, Emerging
Session Dates & Times:
July 11 25, Aug 8, 22
11am-1pm MDT / 1pm-3pm EDT /
6pm-8pm BST
$198.00
15 in stock
WORKSHOP Description
In a rut? Time for something different! Cold wax is an exciting departure; if you haven’t yet explored this, I hope you’ll dive into this fascinating impasto medium. We’ll explore the use of cold wax medium in oil painting, using both additive and subtractive techniques. Cold wax lends itself best to abstracted landscapes, impressionistic compositions, and, of course, palette knife work. Be prepared to work from photos as well as from life, weather permitting, and learn to enjoy this useful and beautiful approach.
🎥 WORKSHOP RECORDINGS available for 1-YEAR after the workshop ends!
🎥 NOTE: Workshop Recordings may be offered for sale at a future date at Mastrius, with the consent of the instructor.
High School, University, and College students get 20% OFF. See FAQs at the bottom of page.
Supply List
Oil paint,
Wipes,
Rigid supports which are fairly smooth (e.g. oil primed linen and gesso board are ideal);
Gamblin or Dorland cold wax,
Palette knives (offset and angled flats are best but any reasonable assortment will do);
Drawing materials,
Cloths for wiping,
Small scrapers (old credit cards will do) and brayers (if you have them),
Small squeegee and any other texture making tools and even additives you can think of (textured cloth, net bags from fruit, paper with writing, old photos on thin paper, thin leaves….)
Instructor Bio
Casey Cheuvront studied (among other things) drawing, painting, sculpture and ceramics at CSUF California, and has been influenced (and instructed) by current artists like Douglas Fryer, Bill Cramer, Dave Santillanes, Alan Wolton, Matt Smith, Stanley Kurth, Mary Bentz Gilkerson, Gretchen Lopez, Casey Klahn, and Camille Przewodek.
Her work is informed not only by formal study but also by her ongoing plein air habit and life-long appreciation of the natural world, established through a “feet-on-the trail” connection over many years.
Her outdoor education began when she was very young, accompanying her father on long treks, fishing, hiking, bow-hunting, archery exhibitions and professional competitive archery shoots. Later, she backpacked her way across the Sierras and the Uintas, flew California peaks in her hang glider, skied Utah powder, and mountain biked many happy trails in the Arizona desert.
Cheuvront’s pieces reveal an ongoing fascination with the Western and Southwestern wilderness, whether reflected in a local trail or a remote lake only reachable by a long backpack. Her enthusiasm is translated into a vibrant, modern palette and energetic, dynamic brushwork.
Look for studio and plein air works showcasing the Yosemite Valley and highlands, the Sonoran desert, and the red rocks of Sedona.
LIVE COURSE FAQ
How many registrations are required for a course to start?
A minimum of 8 registrations are required. If 8 registrations are not received by the time the course is 24 hours from starting, the course will be cancelled and all registrants will receive complete refunds.
What is the maximum number of people in a course?
This varies for each course. The maximum number of registrations is decided by the instructor.
Can I get a refund?
Up until 72 hours before a course’s first session you can receive a complete refund. You can cancel your registration via the My Account portal, or by contacting Registrations@Mastrius.com.
After this time no refunds will be given (if you have extenuating circumstances you believe justify a refund, contact us at Registrations@Mastrius.com).
Can I register for a course already in progress?
No. Once a course has started, no new registrations are accepted.
Where will my course be held?
All courses meet online over Zoom. You will need a device equipped with a camera and a microphone to fully participate.
If you have not used Zoom before, learn about how to use it here.
If you don’t regularly use Zoom, we recommend you join your first session 10-15 minutes early in case your computer needs to install or update Zoom.
How do I join my course?
You will receive a welcome email from Registrations@Mastrius.com when you register. This email includes the Zoom link to join your course session. You will also receive 24 hour and 2 hour reminder emails before each session, and each of these emails includes the Zoom link. You can also access the Zoom link to join your course in your MastriusChat group.
Are the sessions recorded?
Yes, every session is recorded and are typically available 24 hours after a session ends. All session recordings will remain available for the duration of the course, and for ONE YEAR following the last session. The recordings are viewable within the MastriusChat platform, and cannot be downloaded.
Workshop recordings may be offered for sale at a future time at Mastrius, with the consent of the instructor.
What if I miss a session?
You’ll be able to watch the session’s recording. If you have questions the recording doesn’t address, you can ask them in the chat feed of your course’s private MastriusChat group.
What is MastriusChat?
MastriusChat is an online discussion platform. You and your fellow course registrants will be assigned to a private MastriusChat group where you can connect and support eachother via the chat “feed”. Your group is also where you’ll access the session recordings. Other resources in your MastriusChat group include a link to join your course sessions, and a library your instructor can use to share resources.
What is a Navigator?
A Navigator is an artist who joins your course to ensure both instructor and registrants have an enjoyable experience. They support (as required) with technology, timekeeping, moderating questions, and between-session discussions on MastriusChat. The Navigator has also joined the course as participant, and just like you, they’re wanting to grow their skills and learn the material.
I’m not ready to register because I still have questions. Who do I contact?
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