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Art is the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power.
Join Johannes Vloothuis in this live still life painting course and discover how to transform everyday objects into captivating, lifelike art. Through step-by-step demonstrations and real-time guidance, you’ll learn to master light, shadow, and color layering, creating depth and a striking, 3D effect in your compositions. Whether you’re new to painting or looking to refine your skills, this course offers the techniques and insights you need to bring a sense of realism and story to your still lifes.
Step into the mesmerizing world of nighttime cityscapes! In this workshop, you'll learn to capture the soft, enchanting glow of streetlights, the moody shadows cast by trees, and the twinkling lights of distant buildings in your paintings. Guided by expert artist Johannes Vloothuis, you’ll explore techniques to bring out the subtle colors, reflections, and depth that make city nights so captivating. By the end of this course, you'll create a beautiful, evocative city night scene that radiates with charm and tranquility.
Arlette Bashizi, born in 1999 in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is a talented documentary photographer and photojournalist who focuses on the social issues affecting her community, particularly in Goma, where she is currently based. Since 2018, Bashizi has utilized her camera to capture the struggles and everyday realities faced by the people around…
Discover the magical interplay of light and shadow in this immersive workshop dedicated to painting the fleeting moments of dusk and dawn. Participants will learn techniques for capturing the rich, shifting hues that transform the landscape at sunrise and sunset. Guided by master Johannes Vloothuis, you’ll explore the secrets of creating depth, atmosphere, and warmth in your work. This workshop is perfect for artists looking to elevate their use of color, enhance their understanding of light, and convey the peaceful beauty of these transitional times of day. Whether working with watercolor, oil, or pastels, you’ll leave with skills to make your landscapes glow with the subtle yet vibrant colors and the quietude of dawn and dusk.
Join us for an exclusive members-only lecture on Mapping the Infinite: Cosmologies Across Cultures with Stephen Little, Florence and Harry Sloan Curator of Chinese Art and Department Head, Chinese, Korean, and South & Southeast Asian Art.
Symphony Space continues to be a go-to performing arts center hosting thousands of artists including Meryl Streep, Zadie Smith, Ravi Coltrane, Patti LuPone, Rhiannon Giddens, Margaret Atwood, Misty Copeland, George R.R. Martin and more.
Unleash your creativity and bring the beauty of wildlife to life on paper! In this workshop, you'll learn techniques for painting animals in their natural habitats with a focus on expression, movement, and realistic textures. Guided by renowned artist Johannes Vloothuis, you'll explore methods for capturing fur, feathers, and unique animal features while simplifying complex details to make the process approachable and enjoyable. This course is perfect for artists of all levels who are passionate about nature and want to develop the skills to portray the grace and spirit of wildlife. Get ready to create artwork that embodies the wild!
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Discover the fun of painting enchanting miniature landscapes that are both easy to create and captivating to look at! In this unique workshop, you’ll learn techniques to simplify your landscape scenes by focusing on essential shapes and colors, downgrading detail to create charming, easy-to-accomplish paintings. Miniature landscapes are perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, offering a rewarding process without the pressure of fine details. Plus, their small size makes them ideal for gift-giving—these delightful little paintings bring a personal touch to any compact space, such as night tables. Join artist Johannes Vloothuis and start creating your own collection of miniature masterpieces!Johannes will complete as many miniatures as he can fit in for the day. Sizes no larger than 3 X 4 inches. You can also do these in acrylics.
Unlock the secrets of portrait painting with just a short list of core techniques that will enable you to create lifelike portraits—without the need for years of experience. Johannes Vloothuis brings a common-sense approach to portraiture, demonstrating that painting portraits isn’t as difficult as it’s often made out to be. You’ll learn timeless techniques of the Old Masters, such as the careful play of edges to make your subject’s head appear rounded and the strategic use of light and shadow to add depth and realism. By mastering these essential techniques, you'll gain the confidence to paint portraits with solid knowledge, capturing both the emotion and presence of your subject.Course includes a pre-recorded demo.
Step into our livestream workshop focused on capturing the serene charm of winter landscapes. These themes are surprisingly easy to paint. You will learn to warm up snowscapes with simple techniques that add depth and just enough color spice to make your scenes sing—from the soft glow of winter skies to the delicate beauty of frosted trees. Perfect for all skill levels and mediums, this class will help you express the quiet elegance of snowy landscapes with confidence.
In this dynamic workshop, join Johannes Vloothuis to master the art of capturing the energy, motion, and beauty of waterfalls in your paintings. You’ll learn how to balance smooth, controlled brushwork with bold, expressive strokes to convey a convincing flow of waterfalls. This course also introduces the concept of modernizing landscapes with vignette-style compositions. By the end of this workshop, you’ll gain the confidence and techniques needed to bring this popular painting theme home.