James Asher teaches watercolor.

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The Venice Experience
September 12-21, 2010
and James Asher will teach watercolors.

Venice is a painter’s paradise. Around every corner, over every graceful bridge is a magical composition waiting to be captured by you. Every artist must experience Venice at least once in a lifetime.
The journey planned for you is the ultimate artist’s fantasy. You will fly to Venice where a private water taxi will pick you up for the trip across the lagoon to the dock of one of the most elegant hotels in all of Venice. This is the perfect location, only minutes from the very heart of the city.
Painting locations have been planned with care and attention not only to visual interest and variety, but also for the convenience of the artists. Some of the iconic scenes are included, of course, but we will also experience the quiet canals and charming campos seldom visited by tourists. Expect to walk in the footsteps of Sargent, Turner, and Whistler. We will have access to a very special location never before available to any group of artists. Paint for a day on Burano, the most colorful of all the islands in the Venetian lagoon. The houses here and their reflections in the canals will demand your entire palette of colors. Our own private boat will make the journey to the island convenient and relaxing.
One morning you may choose to visit Murano for an optional tour one of the factories making the most famous glass in the world. The afternoon is free. You may choose to find your own painting location, give in to some shopping or just relax.
From the welcome dinner to the final critique with cocktails, your experience in Venice has been designed to delight the artist in you and to inspire memories for a lifetime.

This adventure will be filmed for inclusion in an episode for Passport & Palette. You will have the opportunity to talk about your experience and your painting and share your work. Sol of Spain
September 21-30, 2010.

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Joe Anna Arnett will teach oils

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Sol of Spain
September 21-30, 2010
Joe Anna Arnett will teach oils
and James Asher will teach watercolors

Spain is a land of warmth, passion and a turbulent and colorful history. Artists have recognized the excitement of this land and expressed their feelings in paint for centuries. The amazing Diego Velazques, the artist’s artist, Joaquin Sorolla, and Francisco Goya, revered by all of Spain are a few of the greats. And now, it’s your turn. Our adventure will be in Andalusia in the south of Spain. Our home will be historic Ronda, a town of the perfect size that seems made for artists. Split by the dramatic El Tajo gorge, roots of its Roman beginnings and Moorish occupation are still evident and present tantalizing subjects. Cross the 18th century Puente Nuevo, that straddles the 100meter chasm below. Discover La Ciudad, the old town, with its cobble stone streets and gleaming white buildings. You will hear the bells of the many churches and the clip clop of carriage horses as you wake to dramatic views of the gorge. We will spend a day in one of the famous Pueblos Blancos, white villages. Enjoy the views of the mountains and olive groves on our trip to this jewel of a hill town. A free day is yours to visit the many museums, shop, return to your favorite painting site, or just relax and feel the very different pace of southern Spain. Even more exciting news is that this will be filmed for inclusion in an episode of our show, "Passport & Palette". You may, of course, choose not to be filmed, but I promise that it will be fun and never an inconvenience to your painting experience.

For more information and to register immediately, go to http://www.passportandpalette.com or call 1-800- 810-1374, ext. #3
If you have questions, or just want to talk about the painting experience, write to us at asherarnett@earthlink.net

She knew that she would spend her life as an artist. There was never a doubt, only a detour, and even that was in commercial art. She graduated from the University of Texas, earning a
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree, then moved to New York and became a Senior Art Director for Young and Rubicam Advertising, working on such accounts a Merrill Lynch and People magazine. In New York, she continued her studies in fine arts at the Art Student's League. In 1984 Arnett moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico. In 1985, She married artist James Asher and they began their adventure of traveling and painting throughout the world.

She has exhibited at the Albuquerque Museum of Fine Arts, the Colorado Historical Society, the Tucson Museum of Fine Arts, The Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa, Oklahoma, The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts in Alabama, the Cincinnati Museum Center in Ohio, The National Cowgirl Museum,and Art Asia in Hong Kong. She has participated in the Prix de West Invitational Exhibition at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum since 1996. In 2006 she was a featured artist at the Gilcrease Museum's Rendezvous Exhibition and continues to exhibit in this show.

Arnett has been featured in The International Herald Tribune, Southwest Art, Western Art Digest, The Artist's Magazine, Australian Artist's Magazine, Fine Art Connoisseur, and the North Light books: Painting with Passion, The best of Flower Painting and The best of Flower Painting II. She has written articles for American Arts Quarterly, ART Ideas and The Artist's Sketchbook, as well as numerous articles for The Artist's Magazine, including their Art Clinic Column. In 1999 and 2005, she judged The Artist's Magazine National Still Life competition and was the cover artist for their May 2002 issue on flower painting.

She authored the North Light book, Painting Sumptuous Vegetables, Fruits and Flowers in Oil, which was published in 1998. The book went into a second printing as well as a Chinese language edition in 1999.

For the past 16 years, Arnett has enjoyed sharing her love of painting and the techniques she has acquired with students in workshops around the United States as well as Canada, Italy, France, England, Ireland and the island of Martinique. One of her favorite quotes about her teaching experience is, "Nothing is truly yours until you give it away."

Working from life, either plein air on location or from flowers in her garden, Arnett presents her subjects with a passion and reverence for the Creator of the original.

Kevin Macpherson

Kevin Macpherson - Workshop - 2010 2010 Master Artist Trip to New Zealand $6,950.00 Workshop Dates: 11/3/2010 - 11/12/2010 Location: New Zealand United States http://brushwithlife.com/New_Zealand.htm Registration Now Open for these unique Artist Travel Opportunities! To Register Call: 1-800-810-1374 / Ext# 3 Call now to reserve your spot with Kevin and Wanda Web site: http://brushwithlife.com/New_Zealand.htm Come with Kevin and Wanda Macpherson to experience some island paradise down under. Depart U.S. November 1, 2010; Workshop starts November 3, 2010, Depart New Zealand November 12, 2010 Participant: $6950; Guest $3450 Your adventure in this land of surprises will begin in Auckland, the City of Sails. Anticipate a wide variety of painting subjects from mountains, to beaches, to Maori culture. Travel by ferry to Waiheke Island with its picturesque farmland, vineyards and olive groves. A short flight takes us to the South Island’s, Queenstown and the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Paint the picturesque lakes and mountains of Central Otago. Everything is upside down. While it is autumn back home, you’ll enjoy painting spring in Arrowtown in the southern lakes district. Then it’s on to Fiordland National Park, one of New Zealand’s natural wonders with dramatic waterfalls and Milford Sound, a deeply glaciated fiord whose sheer sides rise 1500 meters from the sea. Return to Queenstown by 4WD through pristine and exclusive areas. Photographers are welcome and will be truly inspired by the rewarding visual content of our locations. In addition to the rich painting opportunities, this adventure will be filmed for the episodes, Zeal for New Zealand, for our PBS series, Passport & Palette. I will be painting, teaching and talking with you about your experience. Only 15 artists will have the opportunity to journey with me and be included in the episode. Description of trip: Please be advised the Master Artist Led Trips will be filmed and made part of the Passport & Palette® Series. Brush with Life, Inc. Productions will be filming these trips & expeditions and naturally we will need your consent to film you and your artwork. Therefore, once you have registered for the trip we will be sending you a Photograph & Video Release Form to sign. This will signify your permission to be included in the filming that will be done during the trip & expedition. We will, of course, be providing you with a complimentary - professional broadcast quality DVD of whatever series’ episode comes out of this filming and production – which will also serve as a great and unique record of this trip! Brush with Life, Inc. Productions - wants to assure you that the filming of the trip will in no way interfere with your trip or the time that we will have to paint with or without the master artist. The camera crew members are experienced filmmakers and will be shooting in an unobtrusive documentary style. Of course, as experienced cinematographers, producers and directors, if you think you will have a problem with being filmed during the trip & expedition, please ask us not to include any images of yourself or your artwork in the final production and/or consider taking an alternative trip with us that will not be documented. This artistic trip & expedition is for artists of all levels. Professionals seeking to work alongside like-minded individuals; as well as artists seeking a little more experience painting from life. The only requirement will be a passion for art & adventure. Spouses as well as Non-painters are also welcome - as the staff on-hand are travel experts and can arrange various other activities for their enjoyment. What is included: Private Single Rooms Credited Appearance on TV episode 7 Days of Painting with the Master Painter Kevin Macpherson (New Zealand) Group & Individual Critiques Hotel 4**** Star Property Room Category Standard+ Your choice of a Watercolor, Oil or Acrylic Basic Artist Painting Kit $100 worth of Multimedia Artboards™ Ground Transportation and Transfers On-site trip coordinator Guided Tour of Destination Daily Breakfasts and Dinners Group welcome and farewell dinners Two free days to explore, sightsee, shop, relax and/or paint ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- KEVIN MACPHERSON - Tahiti / Master Artist Led Trips Depart U.S. November 12, 2010; Workshop starts November 13, 2010, Depart Tahiti November 21, 2010 Registration Now Open for these unique Artist Travel Opportunities! To Register Call: 1-800-810-1374 / Ext# 3 Call now to reserve your spot with Kevin and Wanda Web site: http://brushwithlife.com/Tahiti.htm Come with Kevin and Wanda Macpherson to experience some island paradise down under. Participant: $6950; Guest $3450 Tahiti Queen of the Pacific Tahiti... Just the word...The world's definition of paradise. Tahiti, the largest island, towering over the ocean like a proud and royal Queen is appropriately crowned by a circle of majestic peaks. The mountainous interior is adorned with deep valleys, clear streams, and high waterfalls, all bathed in green iridescence of Mother Nature's light. The coastal lands, edged with a rugged coastline, are home to fields of tropical flowers and most of the island's population. Papeete, meaning the “water basket,” was once a gathering place where Tahitians came to fill their calabashes with fresh waters. Now the invigorating capital city and gateway of the country, boasts world-class resorts, spas, fine dining and unique restaurants, nightclubs, vibrant markets, pearl shops, and boutiques. Description of trip: Please be advised the Master Artist Led Trips will be filmed and made part of the Passport & Palette® Series. Brush with Life, Inc. Productions will be filming these trips & expeditions and naturally we will need your consent to film you and your artwork. Therefore, once you have registered for the trip we will be sending you a Photograph & Video Release Form to sign. This will signify your permission to be included in the filming that will be done during the trip & expedition. We will, of course, be providing you with a complimentary - professional broadcast quality DVD of whatever series’ episode comes out of this filming and production – which will also serve as a great and unique record of this trip! Brush with Life, Inc. Productions - wants to assure you that the filming of the trip will in no way interfere with your trip or the time that we will have to paint with or without the master artist. The camera crew members are experienced filmmakers and will be shooting in an unobtrusive documentary style. Of course, as experienced cinematographers, producers and directors, if you think you will have a problem with being filmed during the trip & expedition, please ask us not to include any images of yourself or your artwork in the final production and/or consider taking an alternative trip with us that will not be documented. This artistic trip & expedition is for artists of all levels. Professionals seeking to work alongside like-minded individuals; as well as artists seeking a little more experience painting from life. The only requirement will be a passion for art & adventure. Spouses as well as Non-painters are also welcome - as the staff on-hand are travel experts and can arrange various other activities for their enjoyment. What is included: Private Single Rooms Credited Appearance on TV episode 7 Days of Painting with the Master Painter Kevin Macpherson (Tahiti) Group & Individual Critiques Hotel 4**** Star Property Room Category Standard+ Your choice of a Watercolor, Oil or Acrylic Basic Artist Painting Kit $100 worth of Multimedia Artboards™ Ground Transportation and Transfers On-site trip coordinator Guided Tour of Destination Daily Breakfasts and Dinners Group welcome and farewell dinners Two free days to explore, sightsee, shop, relax and/or paint KEVIN'S NEW TELEVISION SERIES REFLECTIONS ON A POND Kevin Macpherson - PORTFOLIO OF ORIGINAL OIL PAINTINGS Kevin Macpherson » About the Artist Kevin Macpherson, one of the country’s leading plein air painters, is highly respected among collectors and fellow artists alike. Past President of the Plein Air Painters of America, Kevin is a popular instructor, guest lecturer, and art jurer throughout the country and abroad. His painting workshops are highly attended, often selling out years in advance. Kevin is sought after as an art judge, curator and speaker around the country. Now in its ninth printing, Macpherson’s painting instruction book, Fill Your Oil Paintings with Light and Color, has been translated into the Chinese language and has quickly become a best-seller for publisher North Light Books. Kevin's clear, concise teaching method has inspired and directed thousands of plein air painters. Born in 1956, this artist’s work is nationally recognized and collected, having attracted the attention of major art collectors, including Roy Rose, the grand-nephew of acclaimed California plein air painter Guy Rose. Kevin has won numerous national awards, including so many in national Oil Painters of America competitions that he is the first artist in the organization to be elevated from Signature Member status to that of Master Signature Member. Kevin excels in his ability to paint all subject matter: landscape, still life, and figurative works. Using spontaneous brushwork and candid color, Kevin’s work reveals his interpretive and creative virtuosity. He easily manipulates the elements of an artist’s "visual toolbox" to capture the mood of his subject, whether it be the dramatic light of southern France, the rugged beauty of the California coast, or the brilliance of dappled light through a floral still life. Kevin’s work has been featured in many national magazines, Art of the West, Art Talk, U. S. Art, Wildlife Art and gracing the covers of Southwest Art, American Artist, International Artist, and The Artist’s Magazine. Contributing editor to Southwest Art Magazine, author of "The Artist’s Voice, 2000". In addition to numerous gallery exhibitions,he has shown at the Gilcrease Museum, the Arizona State Capital and the Albuquerque Museum. The Haggin Museum, Stockton, CA, Pasadena Museum of California Art, Pasadena, CA, Millicent Rogers Museum, Taos, NM, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, National Wildlife Museum, Jackson, WY, Carnegie Art Museum, California, Forbes Museum, New York City, NY. He has also authored two books, Landscape Painting - Inside & Out and REFLECTIONS ON A POND, A VISUAL JOURNAL. Kevin now makes his home in the mountains of Taos, New Mexico, merging his influences from years in Arizona with his childhood memories of New Jersey. Bitten with wanderlust, Kevin and his wife Wanda can be seen anywhere in the world painting en plein air. http://kevinmacpherson.com © 2009 Kevin Macpherson