Unveiling Composition

Arroyo Grande, CA

June 4-7, 2026
Willow Pond SLO
9.00 AM-5.00 PM
$750

Join us for a transformative 4-day workshop designed to sharpen your artistic vision and uncover the hidden gems in your own work.
Through hands-on exercises and expert guidance, you’ll develop a discerning eye and explore the power of dynamic compositions created through multiples. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop will help you refine your skills, elevate your art, and unlock new creative possibilities.
Dynamic Compositions Through Multiples
Arrange, juxtapose, and harmonize elements to create visually powerful works using multiple pieces.
Creating dynamic compositions through multiples
Explore the techniques of arranging, juxtaposing, and harmonizing different elements to create visually captivating and powerful compositions using multiple pieces.
Building a strong foundation
Dive into techniques for creating a solid artistic base and experimenting with mixed media.
Understanding value and color
Unleash the power of colors and shades to bring your art to life and create visually engaging compositions.
Embracing creative flow
Break free from limitations and allow your art to flow effortlessly, setting the stage for compositions with multiple pieces.
Making Your Mark
Master the art of expressive brushstrokes and unique mark-making techniques to add depth and character to your artwork.
Developing an Editor’s Eye
Train yourself to recognize the strengths and highlights of your art, honing your ability to identify what works best.
Achieving artistic satisfaction
Learn strategies for finishing your pieces and feeling a sense of fulfillment and confidence.

Whether you’re a novice or an experienced artist, this 4-day workshop is designed to refine your artistic vision, elevate your work to new heights, and unlock the creative possibilities that arise from creating compositions through multiples.

Details

Materials List
• Paints:
Acrylic paints of your choice (minimum 4 oz).

[Suggested set: Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint Set of 12, 4 oz. Tubes or a set with comparable colors.]
• Panels:
8 Pack Wood Panels, 10" x 10"

• Brushes:
Suggested set: U.S. Art Supply Variety Pack of Paint Brushes

• Scraper:
 Messermeister Silicone Bowl Scraper

• H2O Oil Pastels:
[
Suggested sets: Sargent Art Water Soluble Oil Pastels Set or Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Aquarelle Water-SolublePastels
]
• Straight Edge:
Multi-Purpose Straight Edge Paint Guide, 12-inch

• Brayer Roller:
Link to product

• Palette Paper

• Medium of Your Choice (gloss, semi-gloss, satin, or matte)

• Pencils and Mark-Making Tools

Optional:
• Collage Material
• Stencils

Willow Pond SLO

1250 Judith Ln
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Willow Pond SLO is a beautiful 14-acre property at the south end of Edna Valley, bordering San Luis Obispo and Arroyo Grande, California. Surrounded by vineyard views and cooled by the marine layer from the Pacific Ocean, Willow Pond SLO’s vision is to nurture creativity across multiple disciplines, ignited by the artistic energy of this unique escape. 


2,200 sq ft studio space