Instructor: Roberto Bernardinello

Join Chef Roberto Bernardinello for Festa di Verdure – Veggie Fest Italian Dinner, a delicious culinary experience inspired by the warmth and flavors of an Italian summer. In this mostly demonstration-style class with some hands-on participation, guests will learn authentic Italian kitchen and plating techniques while preparing a fresh Italian salad of spring greens, arugula, cherry tomatoes, artichokes, and Kalamata olives dressed with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar; a zucchini and mushroom frittata finished with sprinkles of blue cheese; and pappardelle with speck and artichokes cooked in white wine, shallots, garlic, and cream. If of age, participants are welcome to bring an adult beverage of their choice to enjoy.

Instructor: Tina Garrett

DESCRIPTION:
ARC Living Master Tina Garrett shares with her students the practical methods she uses in her award-winning portraiture to help artists make the best paintings they’ve ever made. Students will learn to see and simplify values, create form, and understand edges and chroma to control your composition and create dramatic portraiture using Tina’s practical and easy-to-use strategies.

Tina will demonstrate how to pose and paint from the live model, as well as how to photograph the model and how to edit your photos with and without Photoshop. Tina will teach you how to organize your palette to mix realistic colors, values, and temperatures for different skin types and two easy strategies to achieve an accurate likeness in your portraiture.

Tina will demonstrate three oil painting starting methods, including open grisaille, accurate color wash and Tina’s favorite, selective start, to help students discover the process that will help them achieve their best work. If your portraits look cartoonish or dead, you need this workshop.

LIVE MODEL ETIQUETTE:

Recommended $20 for model tip.  No photographing the model without permission.

BIO:
Tina Garrett
b. 1974
Tina Garrett is one of the most well-recognized women artists in Contemporary Western Art. Her works center on emotion and mood, and they often contain dramatic light or atmospheric effects. Tina has earned recognition as an Art Renewal Center Living Master, (ARCLM) and holds a Master Artist designation from the National Oil and Acrylic Painters' Society. Tina is a longtime Portrait Society of America mentor for the PSoA Cecilia Beaux Forum Mentoring Program and in 2024 earned PSoA Signature Status. Tina is Faculty at the PSoA Annual Art of The Portrait Conference as well as Oil Painters of America’s National Conference Faculty and offers mentorship and workshops around the world annually.

Tina’s works have participated in shows around the world including the ARC Salon Exhibition at Sotheby’s NY, and the European Museum of Modern Art, (MEAM) in Barcelona, Spain, and the Salmagundi Club, New York City and Mod Portrait at the European Museum of Modern Art (MEAM); Oil Painters of America National Exhibition; Portrait Society of America Members Only Exhibition; American Women Artists “Making Their Mark” at the Booth Museum of Western Art; Women Artists of the West National at the Museum of Western Art; Urban Aspect Exhibition at Principle Gallery; and the Go Wild! Exhibition at Gormley’s Galleries in Belfast and Dublin, Ireland.

Tina has created a growing family of private collectors and commissioned clients world wide. To Tina, "There is no greater gift I can receive than another falling in love with my work so deeply that they must own it, bring my work into their home and make it a part of their daily lives. I truly do put so much of myself into each and every work, so loving it, giving it a home, that is the highest compliment.”

IMAGES
Top: Tina Garrett, Zephyr, 26x23 inches
Bottom left: Tina Garrett
Bottom right: Tina Garrett,  Ambrosia Gold, 38x46 inches

Who says you have to wait for December? Get into the holiday spirit early with a Christmas-themed cookie decorating class full of festive colors, merry details and royal icing magic! We will decorate with royal icing while learning how to outline, flood and add whimsical touches that's sure to spread some summertime cheer. Santa's watching, don't miss out! This class is recommended for anyone interested in cookie decorating, including adults and kids 6 and up.

Pick the perfect summer class with our blueberry-themed cookie decorating experience full of gorgeous berry tones, sweet details and royal icing techniques. We will decorate with royal ccing while learning how to outline, flood and create charming designs. It's going to be berry, berry good! Grab your spot before they're gone. This class is recommended for anyone interested in cookie decorating, including adults and kids 6 and up.

Step into the engaging world of wet-carved concrete in this hands-on workshop where creativity meets process, learning from expert artist Elder Jones.

Participants will learn how to build simple forms, mix and prepare sand-based concrete, and sculpt by hand—carving directly into the soft material as it transforms, using Jones’ wet-carving technique. Although some art experience is required, no power tools are needed, making this an accessible and rewarding introduction to a unique artistic technique.

Students will gain a practical understanding of Portland cement and discover the wide range of creative possibilities this medium offers. Each participant will create their own piece—choosing between a planter or small sculpture (approximately 25 lbs.).

Day 1 will consist of preparing your workstation and begin mixing the sand and cement. Day 2, you will mix your concrete mixture and begin to sculpt. Participants will learn Jones’ techniques through slides, demonstration, and hands on creation. Participants should aim to be finished with sculpting by the end of day 2, allowing their pieces to cure overnight. Day 3 is trimming the artwork, and properly cleaning their area and studio.

Jones is a cement sculpting artist with over 40 years of experience. Having assisted nationally known sculptor, Jack B. Hastings, Jones became familiar with wet- carved concrete technique Hastings used. Over the years, Jones experimented more with the carving technique and began to develop a personal style. First, selling to shops and individuals, then into the art gallery scene. Jones work evolved to making garden features like stones, bird basins, pedestals, and more.

Originally based in Tennessee, Jones now lives in North Carolina. Now, Jones travels the United States teaching workshops in the wet-carved technique and sharing his knowledge with others.

Jones has taught many workshops at Wichita Center for the Arts and Mark Arts. Mark Arts is thrilled to welcome him back this fall.

All materials are provided. Students may bring a dust mask and rubber gloves to use.

Instructor: Jim Gross

Discover past and contemporary trends in nonobjective painting while exploring creative possibilities using found objects and mixed media techniques. Students will develop their own individual projects with personalized guidance from the instructor. All skill levels are welcome—no prior experience required, just a willingness to experiment and create. Open to students ages 14 and up.

Instructor: Troy Becker

This class welcomes both beginners and experienced students, offering a dynamic environment where all skill levels can thrive. Instruction covers everything from the fundamentals of creating functional pottery to more advanced techniques used in sculptural and artistic vessel design. Students are encouraged to work at their own pace in a supportive, collaborative setting, with plenty of individualized guidance tailored to their needs and goals. Open to students ages 14 and up.

Instructor: Douglas Billings

Beginners will start by learning the fundamentals of acrylic painting, including color mixing and a variety of application techniques. The course also introduces key concepts such as perspective, proportion, and color theory. With guided instruction, students will select their own subject matter for their paintings. A range of creative painting styles will be explored to inspire personal expression. Intermediate students will expand on the foundational skills acquired at the beginner level. The focus will shift toward refining techniques, deepening understanding of formal principles, and developing a unique artistic voice through continued practice and exploration. Open to students ages 14 and up.

Instructor: Douglas Billings

Beginners will start by learning the fundamentals of acrylic painting, including color mixing and a variety of application techniques. The course also introduces key concepts such as perspective, proportion, and color theory. With guided instruction, students will select their own subject matter for their paintings. A range of creative painting styles will be explored to inspire personal expression. Intermediate students will expand on the foundational skills acquired at the beginner level. The focus will shift toward refining techniques, deepening understanding of formal principles, and developing a unique artistic voice through continued practice and exploration. Open to students ages 14 and up.