Workshop | Abstract Expressionism Inspired by Joan Mitchell

*Please don't wait to register! Workshops that do not meet the minimum number of students 3 days prior to the session date will be canceled or rescheduled. Signing up early helps us ensure that the workshop can take place. Thank you!

Led by Janie Reisler

Join us for an amazing new Abstract Painting Workshop in the spirit of Joan Mitchell and the Abstract Expressionism movement. In this full day workshop, we will create a piece of non-representational art, using spontaneous brushstrokes and bold use of color, line and form. Using mixed mediums and different tools, we will combine acrylic paint, gels and mediums with chalk, soft pastels, graphite and more.

Abstract Expressionism is an American art movement that emerged in the 1940s and 1950s. You may recognize paintings in this category which are often characterised by gestural brushstrokes or mark-making, the impression of spontaneity, large fields of color, and action.

With a short lesson on color theory, blending, and Abstract Expressionism, students will leave the workshop with their creations to add to their future art projects or to hang as a unique fine art work!

This is a workshop for every level of artist from beginner to experienced painter.

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WORKSHOP SCHEDULE (subject to change)

10:30am Workshop Begins

1:00pm Break for Lunch Please bring food or beverage of your choice for the lunch break. Arts Warehouse has a large refrigerator where items may be stored as well as a microwave if needed. Bedner's Market is just a short walk away with fresh made soups, salads, and sandwiches available as well.

2:30pm Workshop is dismissed

Register early as this workshop needs a minimum of 6 to run! We encourage you to register early to ensure a spot and that the class will be held. The registration deadline for all workshops is 3 days before the workshop date.

Joan Mitchell, Untitled, 1992 | Credit: courtesy of Cheim & Read Gallery

Joan Mitchell, Un Jardin Pour Audrey, 1975

About the Instructor:

Janie Reisler is a new resident to South Florida coming from Montreal, Canada. She is an artist, graphic designer, graduate art historian and educator and has been teaching many art styles for over 30 years. These styles include classical life drawing, 3D design, fashion illustration, drawing from the live model, decorative painting, collage, recycled/upcycled art and currently the trending, MIXED MEDIA/ STREET ART STYLE. She is thrilled to bring her passion and expertise to the Arts Warehouse in DELRAY BEACH.

Joan Mitchell, La Grande Vallée II (Amaryllis)

** Please note, Refunds will be processed only if requested 72+ hours prior to scheduled workshop date/time. No refund will be given if requested less than seventy two (72) hours until scheduled workshop time for any reason. Only one ticket transfer will be allowed per person per workshop type, and will only occur if requested outside of the 72 hour mark of the registered workshop. To request a refund and cancel your ticket, please call 561-330-9614**