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August 16 - 21, 2026 With Orlando Artist, Shelley Jean An ideal encaustic retreat for beginners and seasoned artists alike -- the New Mexico countryside is inspiring and we will explore encaustic painting on Georgia O'Keefe's Ghost Ranch. Experiment with art principles, explore imagery development and create a new series of work. During the retreat, you can practice techniques like photo encaustic, printmaking, mixed media, image transfers, and more. Whether you’re a beginner

With Helen Dannelly at O'Hanlon Center for the Arts, Mill Valley, CA Saturday, August 29 & Sunday, August 30 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (2-Day Workshop) Students will learn basic structural techniques for creating three-dimensional forms utilizing wire mesh, plaster gauze and encaustic medium. On day one, we will discuss line, mass, volume, surface, scale, display options, relief versus free-standing sculpture, and hanging devices. Helen will share examples of sculptures from

With Helen Dannelly at O'Hanlon Center for the Arts, Mill Valley, CA Friday, August 28, 2026 from 1 - 3 pm Enjoy painting both abstractly and realistically using vibrant alcohol inks! Award-winning Chicago artist, educator and curator Helen Dannelly joins us at OHCA in Mill Valley for this special visiting-artist workshop. Helen will demonstrate techniques and tips for creating with this mesmerizing, colorful medium. Using just rubbing alcohol, a straw, an eyedropper, and v

Guidance for Managing, Downsizing, and Transitioning an Artist's Studio and Estate by Mary E. Longe Art Legacy Compass: Managing, Downsizing and Transitioning an Artist’s Studio and Estate, offers a clear, structured approach for artists and collectors to take control of these decisions before they become urgent. Longe's approachable writing style makes it easy to learn her 9-step process for transitioning an artist's studio and estate. Readers will be able to begin impleme