Saint Francis in the Desert: A Sacred Art Workshop

How does a painting manifest divine beauty? In this workshop, we will draw and paint a series of studies from Giovanni Bellini’s masterpiece “Saint Francis in the Desert,” guided by lectures and demonstrations investigating the qualities of line, shape, color, light, form, and composition, the theological dimension of these qualities, and their role in the Christian spiritual life. We will not produce replicas of Bellini’s painting but a series of drawn and painted studies that are of greater educational value. All levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced. Acrylic supplies will be provided, but students may bring any drawing and painting materials they prefer.

This week-long workshop’s studio time lasts five consecutive days. Check in begins Sunday night at 4:30. Dinner is served at 5:30 pm for students and instructors. Dinner is followed by a workshop introduction and conference, which ends at 9:00 pm. Hands-on instruction begins early Monday morning. The entire workshop ends Friday at 1 PM.

Workshop with Private Room:  : $1485.00

Workshop & commuter. Includes Daily Lunch and Dinner : $1010.00

Workshop Materials:

A $100 materials and model fee is included in the cost of this workshop.

All materials used in this workshop will be pre-ordered and made available to students in the classroom by the instructor.

All other equipment and art supplies are the property of the Enders Island Sacred Art Institute.

If you would like to inquire about a Shared Room option, please call the main office!

Please call the office for more information: (860) 536-0565