Painting & Drawing
“And let the brightness of the Lord our God be upon us: and direct the works of our hands over us; yea, the work of our hands do thou direct.” Psalm 90
Our Oil Painting courses offer students a variety of options from reproducing and studying historic works of the masters to creating masterpieces of their own from still lifes. Be sure to check out all of these offerings as these courses are taught by some of the most talented teachers from around the country including professional artists, college professors, and religious sisters.
With Gwyneth Thompson-Briggs
May 4 - 9, 2025
Enders Island
Students will learn how to draw idealized portraits by combining elements observed from live models with their imaginations This type of portrait is well suited to sacred and mythological subjects Beginners will use graphite while more experienced students have the option to work in oil.
With Mia Lang
May 25 - 30, 2025
Charcoal and graphite portraits very visibly capture the spirit and emotion of figures in pieces. This course’s goal is to explore how to capture the mind and heart of the viewer and lead them to contemplation through charcoal portraits. This workshop will include how to choose a subject matter that pulls in the viewer’s emotion, how to create an accurate sketch of a figure, the facial features and gestures that create evident emotions, and how to bring the portrait to life using different forms and techniques of charcoal and graphite.
With Robert Armetta
August 3 - 8, 2025
Join us for an immersive workshop dedicated to the art of classical portrait drawing. Designed for artists of all levels, this class will focus on mastering the fundamentals of classical drawing techniques while guiding you through the intricate process of creating lifelike portraits. With years of experience teaching this craft, Robert Armetta, will provide personalized […]
With Sister Mary Angelica, O.P.
August 17 - 22, 2025
In this sacred art class, we will embark on a journey to explore the Queenship of Mary through the rich symbolism of still life painting. Drawing inspiration from the divine and regal aspects of Mary, our focus will be on creating intimate, prayerful works of art that reflect her sovereignty as Queen of Heaven and Earth. Through the gentle brushstrokes of oil paint, participants will depict sacred objects that evoke her queenship, such as crowns, roses, and the holy rosary.
With Dan DeLouise
September 13 - 14, 2025
Enders Island
Immerse yourself in a day of creativity and learning amidst the stunning gardens, seascapes, and architecture of Enders Island.
This workshop is open to artists of all skill levels, making it a wonderful opportunity to grow your artistic practice.
