PAINTING PALMS IN OIL
Master Artist-Instructor: Douglas David

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Monday & Tuesday, January 25, 26, 2027 from 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
This new workshop will cover the basic principles of oil painting with regard to painting palms. It will include interesting and memorable discussions on composition, massing, building form, light and shadow, depending on your own style, and knowing when a work is finished (learning how to not overwork your painting).

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LET’S WRITE TOGETHER
Facilitator: Barbara Freeman

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Mondays, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 2027 from 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Something magical happens when you write with other people. Much like artists who paint in workshops, we will write together in an open studio format.

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MINDFUL MAKING
Artist-instructor: Marco Palli

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Fridays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2027 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Mindful Making is a process-based art class focused on self-expression, reflection, and personal meaning. Rather than emphasizing technical skills or finished products, this class invites stu-dents to explore the why behind their creative choices.

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EXPRESSIVE PALETTE KNIFE IN OIL
Master Artist-Instructor: Jan Ellen Atkielski

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Monday & Tuesday, March 1, 2, 2027 from 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM
Intermediate & Advanced painters, this information-packed workshop is designed to give a good foundation for bold, direct palette knife paintings. Participants can expect to produce at least one painting. Class starts with a demonstration focusing on the most direct and effective methods for painting strong, vibrant oils using painting knives and a limited palette.

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ZENTANGLE DRAWING
Artist-Instructor: Donna Lee Cole

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Friday, March 5, 2027 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
In this class, students will create a card and incorporate Zentangle techniques on them. Students will learn fun tangles and come away with cards to send to that special someone.

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BEGINNER ABSTRACT COLLAGE:
Patterns over Patterns
Artist-Instructor: Julie Tibus

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Monday & Tuesday, March 22, 23, 2027 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Ready to make something completely unique? Join Julie for a two-day workshop exploring the endless possibilities of printmaking and layered collage. After a live demo, the studio is yours! Enjoy personalized instruction and ample time to create at your own pace. No experience is needed, and all supplies are provided.

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EXPLORING PRINTMAKING
Monotype/Monoprint
Artist-Instructor: Deb Zwetsch

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Friday, March 26, 2027 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Artists of all levels are welcome to explore the art of printmaking. We will approach printmaking through monotype and monoprint using a Sturges press and then incorporate collage, along with using additive and subtractive methods.

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EXPLORING WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Artist-Instructor: Sunny Krchmar

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2027 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join us to jump start your creativity and be inspired by a variety of watercolor exercises. Students of all skill levels are welcome and will work at their own pace in lessons that explore value, layering, and understanding the movement of watercolor painting.

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COLORFUL CREATIVE GEL PRINTS
Artist-Instructor: Donna Lee Cole

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Friday, April 9, 2027 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
This is a fun class where anything is possible and the surprises are endless. Donna will demon-strate this art form and guide students through the process of learning and advancing their gel-print techniques. You’ll learn creative ideas of what can be done with the prints you have made.

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