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Jessica Masters

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Welcome to my workshops in oil painting or soft pastel

In each workshop you will learn key principles of composition, colour and application that will allow you to handle these mediums with confidence. Learn to simpl​ify complex images and build  in layers to render accurately and create atmosphere and expression in your paintings. 

Each course is open to ALL LEVELS

In-person studio Workshops for 2023

COLOUR AND LIGHT IN SOFT PASTEL (2 dates available)

AUGUST 5-6, 2023

SEPTEMBER 30- OCT 1, 2023

COURSE DESCIPTION

COLOUR & LIGHT IN OIL PAINTING  (3 dates available)

JULY 12-14, 2023 

SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2023

NOVEMBER 17-19, 2023

COURSE DESCRIPTION
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TESTIMONIALS

Pastel workshops - All levels

COLOUR AND LIGHT in SOFT PASTEL

In this workshop, we learn to make sense of the colours in our palette and use them to build pastel work that is fresh and bright, avoiding work that is muddy and over worked. Begin to understand your light source so you can make creative decisions that pay attention to colour harmony and balance, while infusing energy and atmosphere into your work. Group discussion and a pastel demonstration will guide you through all the important stages of building your pastel and will include:

  • Understanding colour and value
  • Colour temperature - and how to use it
  • Using broken colour
  • Putting colour harmony and balance into your work with simplified palettes
  • Understanding reflected light


Each workshop includes booklet on all concepts discussed in class, demonstrations, individual tutoring to deal with your specific needs and goals, group discussion and a final critique to provide you with great "next steps". Exercises are designed to develop new skills and challenge your approach to working. 


*Materials not included (see materials list button below for details on what to bring)


 WORKSHOP DATES:  


AUGUST 5-6, 2023

(This section is FULL - email Jessica to join waitlist)


SEPT 30- OCT 1, 2023

(This section is FULL - email Jessica to join waitlist)


Saturday: 10am - 4pm

Sunday: 10am - 4pm


LOCATION

My studio: 100 Crimea Str, Unit C2Guelph On.


Cost for 2 day work:

$300 + HST  = $339.00



Materials list

Oil painting workshops - all levels

COLOUR & LIGHT in OILS

Learn to organize and simplify the complexity of colour and build oil paintings that are engaging and impactful. In this workshop you will learn colour concepts such as colour temperature, simplified palettes, and colour harmony that will deepen your understanding of how colour works and put strategy and intention into your practice. 

 As with all my class there is a  focus on principles of composition, brush handling and paint application as these are key aspects of a successful painting.


Learn to:

  • Mix colour strategically
  • Understand value and light patterns
  • Simplify your subject into shapes and organize your colour with simplified palettes
  • Use colour temperature strategically
  • Use concepts of colour contrast to bring out your focal point
  • Align your artistic intention with your desired outcomes.


Workshop includes:

  • Painting demonstrations that will take you through the entire painting process
  • Colour mixing demonstrations
  • How to prepare your painting surface
  • Painting exercises designed to teach concepts
  • Slide show of current and historical painters to visualize concepts
  • Visual presentation on key concepts 
  • Group discussions
  • Individual tutoring to deal with your specific needs and goals
  • A take home booklet of course information
  • Materials not included


MATERIALS LIST

See materials list button below, or scroll to bottom of page.


LOCATION

My studio at: 100 Crimea Str, Unit C2

Guelph On.


WORKSHOP DATES (3 available) 

JULY 12-14, 2023


SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2023

(4 spaces available)


&

NOVEMBER 17-19, 2023

This section is full - email Jessica to join waitlist



Friday: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Sunday:  10:00am - 4:00pm


 Cost for 3 day work:

 $400+ HST  = $452.00




Materials list

Course details and how to register

Additional Information

REGISTRATION
To register please email:  jessicamasters02@gmail.com  or  call 1-519-829-0641 and provide the following information:

  1. Indicate which session, medium, and date you would like to attend .
  2. Provide payment: Payment via E-transfer (preferred method to jessicamasters02@gmail.com) or Cheque (made out to Jessica Masters).
  3.  Payment is due within 48hrs of registration 
  4. Please provide best contact/ information -  email and phone number 


*Payment in full secures your spot

*If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.


CANCELLATION POLICY
I require 30 days notice for any cancellation to receive full refund. However, I will do my best to fill your spot -and if I can - I will provide a  refund.  

jessicamasters02@gmail.com

519-829-0641

Please note: Jessica reserves the right to cancel any class that is under-subscribed and, in such a case, guarantees a full refund of tuition. Jessica is not responsible for travel expenses. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact

testimonials

"Oh my goodness Jessica, you’ve gone above and beyond. These resources are fabulous! Thank you so much for being so incredibly supportive and generous with your time and expertise. You really are one of the greatest instructors I’ve ever had, I can’t thank you enough! I now feel a lot more confident about oil painting." Michelle Purchase


"I want to thank you once again for such a great weekend workshop!  I really enjoyed it and learned some great new things...several AHA moments!!!!

You are a very effective instructor!  You create a relaxed atmosphere where people feel emotionally safe even when pushed out of their comfort zone.  I love your party analogies, they always make me chuckle and drive the point home. You clearly know your stuff; materials, skills, theory!  I always learn a lot from you and have fun doing it, so thank you!" Renata Bradshaw 


Thank YOU for an awesome weekend! I had an absolutely wonderful time being creative, learning new things and remembering past ones with a great group. I can't thank you enough for waking up my curiosity, my reason why and my desire to paint! Your knowledge, experience, incredible talent and words of wisdom were truly appreciated! Yup! I really had a great time... even tho my brain is still trying to process it all.. lol

I look forward to the adventure ahead of me and I am positive you will see me again". 

Liz Turnbull


"Jessica's insight and encouragement helped me discover the bold, painterly style that had been eluding me".  Susan Typert  


"Jessica is not only a wonderful teacher and artist but she is also the most welcoming host...and that makes her workshops something truly special.  I had so much fun while I was learning, I can't wait for the next time. "  Andrea Pyman-Varangura 


"I attended Jessica Master's July, 2017 workshop held in Thornbury, Ontario, and can very much recommend Ms. Master's  approaches to using pastels and teaching.  Jessica is a terrifically generous teacher with materials and her demos, and has developed the uncanny ability to work with each participant at the right level.  Great planning and execution provided comfortable working spaces.  Fit this workshop into your schedule."  Catherine


"I really like your teaching style (not too fast) and your friendly, approachable personality made for a very relaxed atmosphere. Your new space is great and I felt sufficiently distanced from the other participants. 

All in all, a very positive experience where I felt that I really learned a lot. Colleen


Materials list for oil painters

OIL PAINTING WORKSHOP

Materials List

  • Oil paint colours:
  • Hansa Yellow light
  • Cad Yellow medium
  • Cad red light or medium
  • Permanent Rose or Alizarin Crimson
  • Pthalo Blue
  • French Ultramarine - blue
  • Burnt Sienna
  • Yellow ochre
  • Titanium White
  • Ivory Black

(If you wish to use a smaller palette, please email me for a simplified version of this list)


Selection of hog hair oil brushes

I believe it's important to have proper brushes, but they don't have to expensive ones. In my painting practice  and teaching I use the squared shape of a Bright or Flat. Please bring: 

  • #'s 2,4,6,8,10 Brights, flats  & or Filberts in hog hair (Multiples of some can be useful).
  •  I also like to have a small Synthetic brush details brush #2 in a Bright, Flat and or Round 


*We will talk about how to clean and care for your brushes so you have them for years to come. 


Other materials...


  • Disposable palette paper - 12"x16" (preferably grey tint )
  • Canvas paper pad by Strathmore  12"x16" (click link for more info)
  • Blue industrial Paper towel roll (Canadian Tire, Home Depot)
  • Barrier cream or gloves
  • Small metal container with lid for medium
  • Travel or table top easel (email me if this is difficult-I have a few)
  • Apron
  • Sketch book, pencil, eraser, ruler
  • Black marker
  • Plain masking tape (not green)
  • Gamblin's Gamsol Odourless Mineral Spirits (please do not bring any other brand).
  • Painting medium -Any of Gamblin's fluid mediums
  • palette knife
  • 2 sealed jars: 1 for clean solvent and 1 for dirty solvent


*My source for all art materials is WYNDHAM ART SUPPLIES in Guelph On. They have great service, will ship, and have a complete list of the materials needed for my workshops on hand to answer any questions.

Materials list for pastel workshops

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Jessica Masters

100 Crimea Street, Unit C2. Guelph, Ontario N1H 2Y6, Canada

(519) 829-0641

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