Join Mario Andres Robinson at Atelier Clos Mirabel in South West France for a week of painting. Classes will take place in the grounds of Clos Mirabel, in the studio and on location.
About this course:
This workshop will focus on accurately drawing and painting a portrait outdoors. The live model will sustain a single pose for the duration of the session. This sustained focus on the model will allow students to slow down and render the subject in a comprehensive manner. Students will execute a detailed drawing of the model and learn how to employ a monochromatic block-in to properly identify the values of the subject. The class will culminate with a full colour application of color, using thin glaze layers of watercolor. The objective of the workshop is to demonstrate how a methodical approach increases the depth and sense of realism in paintings. The tutor will give a demonstration and provide personal instruction throughout the week.
Saturday
Guests settle in and explore Clos Mirabel
An introduction to the course by the Mario Andres Robinson
Welcome drinks and dinner
Sunday
8.30 – 9.30 Buffet breakfast of local and regional produce
10.00 – 12.00 Introduction of watercolor materials / Paper stretching demonstration
1.00 – 2.00 Lunch at Clos Mirabel
2.00 – 5.00 Preparatory portrait drawing from life
6.30 – Aperitifs before 4 course dinner in the Manor House or on the terrace
Monday
8.30 – 9.30 Buffet breakfast of local and regional produce
10.00 – 12.00 Refining the preparatory portrait drawing
1.00 – 2.00 Lunch at Clos Mirabel
2.00 – 5.00 Finalizing the drawing / Stretch the watercolor paper
6.30 – Aperitifs before 4 course dinner in the Manor House or on the terrace
Tuesday
10.00 – 12.00 Apply a monochromatic block-in to establish values
1.00 – 2.00 Lunch at Clos Mirabel
2.00 – 5.00 Continue to apply monochromatic colors to establish the proper values
6.30 – Aperitifs before 4 course dinner in the Manor House or on the terrace
Wednesday – day off
8.30 – 9.30 Buffet breakfast of local and regional produce
Wine tasting in local vineyard, explore Pau or beyond
6.30 – Aperitifs before 4 course dinner in the Manor House or on the terrace
Thursday
8.30 – 9.30 Buffet breakfast of local and regional produce
10.00 – 12.00 Explore the full color palette – painting the portrait from life
1.00 – 2.00 Lunch at Clos Mirabel
2.00 – 5.00 Painting the portrait from life – Refining the shapes and the tonal block-in
6.30 – Aperitifs before 4 course dinner in the Manor House or on the terrace
Friday
8.30 – 9.30 Buffet breakfast of local and regional produce
10.00 – 12.00 Add small shapes – painting the portrait from life
1.00 – 2.00 Lunch at Clos Mirabel
2.00 – 5.00 Introduce the dry brush technique for finishing details – painting from life
6.00 – Evening exhibition in the double living room of Clos Mirabel
6.30 – Aperitifs before 4 course dinner in the Manor House or on the terrace
Saturday – Buffet Breakfast and departure
Non-painting guests: we are more than happy to welcome non-painting guests, accompanying partners, family or friends. There are plenty of activities to experience around Clos Mirabel, that will make your holiday unforgettable Click here for more information.
