WORKSHOPS
At Suntan Art Center, we offer a variety of Workshops for every level of artist. Check out our latest offerings.
Fridays in Jan. and Feb.
9:15am - 12:00pm
$10 members and
$13 non-members
Haiku and Sumi-E Workshop
Instructor: Timothy Huff &
Vanda Sucheston Hughes
Saturday
February 1, 2025
12:00pm - 2:00pm
$60 per person - supplies included
Space is limited so sign up today!
Join us for a serene 2-hour workshop blending the art of Haiku poetry with the elegance of Sumi-e painting. Begin by exploring the principles of Haiku, capturing the fleeting moments and natural beauty in simple yet profound verses. Then, transition to the art of Sumi-e, where you will learn the techniques of brushwork and ink to create harmonious, expressive paintings.
Whether you are a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, this workshop offers a tranquil space to discover and deepen your creative practice.
Timothy Huff, a Binghamton, New York transplant, is a lover of nature andsunshine - which brought him to our beautiful St. Petersburg some 30+ yearsago.He lives his Florida dream with husband Randy and his dog, Toby.A custom window treatment designer by profession, the Covid crisis brought outhis inner poet and is now a published haiku poet.
Formerly an art educator from Columbus Ohio, Vanda Sucheston Hughes now finds her bliss painting Florida seascapes and the beautiful surroundings of St.Petersburg. Vanda learned her Sumi painting techniques while attending a workshop at the Savannah College of Art and Design taught by Professor Chin-Cheng Hung.
Water Media Workshop
Instructor: Libit Jones
Saturday, February 15
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Members $65.00
Non-Members $75.00
Libit has had much success with her abstracts. Last year she won Best In Show in the Texas Watercolor Society’s Annual Show, a national show. Explore a few ways to create an abstract using unconventional mark making “tools” and letting paint do it's thing. Then we will add a bit of realism if you like. This workshop is for watercolor and/or acrylic. Work on paper or canvas.
The Secret to Powerful Landscapes
Instructor: Linda Hugues
February 19, 20, 21
10am - 4pm
$395.00
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Linda’s evocative paintings of Europe start with her method of designing the painting and her simplified approach to color. Through demonstrations, class critiques, and handouts she’ll give you tools to create compelling landscapes.
Demonstrations will be in oil or gouache. Acrylic painters also welcome. Some painting experience is suggested.
PAINTING EXPRESSIVE LANDSCAPES
Instructor: Eric Jacobsen
jacobsenstudio@gmail.com
February 21, 22, 23 - 2025
Three All-day workshops starting at 10:00 am
Total Cost $450.00
Reserve Your Spot - $150
Workshop Balance - $300
*We need 10 people to register and reserve a spot to make the class!
Painting Workshop with Eric Jacobsen. Loosen up your style and paint expressive landscapes. This workshop is for students of all levels, beginner through advanced. Join award winning artist and popular instructor, Eric Jacobsen for this workshop. This workshop is for oil and acrylics. We will focus on the fundamentals of good painting as it relates to landscape painting. We will cover the following topics: Composition, Value, Design, Choosing a Motif, Identifying and mixing accurate Warm and Cool Colors, Establishing a Focal Point as well as Tips and Do’s and Don’ts for the Landscape Painter to consider. The workshop will be complete with informal lectures, instructor demos.Please sign up and join Eric for an informative and enjoyable workshop experience.
Creative Resin-ations
February 8th Saturday Class
10am - 12pm - Lazy Susan Class
Instructor: Brigitte Miner
custserv.creativeresinations@gmail.com
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Let’s put a SPIN on resin art!
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Join us to create your own unique design on a Lazy Susan
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During this 2-hour class you will create a design of choice on a large 13” round Lazy Susan.
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You may choose from a variety of colored dried flowers or create ocean waves as shown in picture
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Brigitte will teach you about resin, resin pigments, the tools of the trade & guide you with applying the resin using different techniques. The resin art is left overnight to cure.
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13” Bamboo Lazy Susan: $66 Per person
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Reservations in advance are required
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Suitable for children 12 y.o+ with an accompanying parent.
Creative Resin-ations
February 8th Saturday Class
1pm - 3pm - Mosaic Lamp Class
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Create your own unique colorful & vibrant mosaic lamp.
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No two lamps are alike. You choose the colored tiles & Seed beads
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Mosaic templates to follow are available
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Supplies includes mosaic glass tiles of different colors & shapes and a variation of seed bead colors
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You will apply the tiles & seed beads using a mosaic adhesive.
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After the adhesive has dried, a resin overlay is applied to create a glossy vibrant finish.
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This final step is completed at home with a resin take home kit.
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Two Lamps to choose from:
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Swan/Gooseneck Lamp – 14.5 inches high - $75.00 PP
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Table Lamp – 11 inches high - $69.00 PP
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Reservations in advance are required.
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Suitable for children 10 y.o.+ with an accompanying adult
Creative Resin-ations
March 8th Saturday Class
10:00am - 12:00pm - Soap Dispenser Class
Instructor: Brigitte Miner
custserv.creativeresinations@gmail.com
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During this 2-hour class, you will create a one-of-a-kind design on glass soap dispenser
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Brigitte will provide ‘hands on’ inspiration & guidance along with resin art tips, techniques and tools
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There will be a large variety of supplies & trinkets for you to choose from
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Feel free to bring your own trinkets & treasures for a personal touch.
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$45 PP – Advanced reservations required
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Suitable for children 10+ accompanied by an adult
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Supplies & glass dispensers may vary from the pictures based on product availability
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You can bring your art home with you.
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Only paid attendees may be present in the room during the class
Creative Resin-ations
March 8th Saturday Class
1pm - 3pm - Lazy Susan Class
Instructor: Brigitte Miner
custserv.creativeresinations@gmail.com
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Let’s put a SPIN on resin art!
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Join us to create your own unique design on a Lazy Susan
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During this 2-hour class you will create a design of choice on a large 13” round Lazy Susan.
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You may choose from a variety of colored dried flowers or create ocean waves as shown in picture
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Brigitte will teach you about resin, resin pigments, the tools of the trade & guide you with applying the resin using different techniques. The resin art is left overnight to cure.
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13” Bamboo Lazy Susan: $66 Per person
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Reservations in advance are required
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Suitable for children 12 y.o+ with an accompanying parent.
Intro to Encaustics
Instructor: Shelley Jean
shelleyjeanart@gmail.com
Saturday, March 29th
10:00am - 4:00pm
$165 Members
$185.00 Non Members
Students will leave with multiple pieces of art utilizing a variety of techniques that we will be experimenting with. All Materials supplied.
Encaustic painting is the process of painting with hot pigmented beeswax. This technique is ancient, but has become increasingly popular with modern artists of today. Come delve into the versatility of this fascinating medium that invites you to experiment! Participants will learn about encaustic history, safety, surfaces, and fusing. In this comprehensive class we will be exploring a variety of techniques such as incising, image transfers, pigment sticks, mark-making, collage and mono-printing. All skill levels welcome!