Learn Realistic Painting In The World's Most Beautiful Places
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Painting In Paradise Workshops With Bron Smith
Painting workshops are fairly commonplace in the United States. No matter where you live, you probably have access to some type of painting workshop or painting class.
Painting is popular among children and adults of all ages. Some like painting because it brings out their creative talents. Others paint because it is almost therapeutic and relaxing. Whatever the motivation for painting, everyone who paints creates a piece of art to keep forever.
If you live a stressful and hectic life, try an escape to a painting workshop.
Painting is popular among children and adults of all ages. Some like painting because it brings out their creative talents. Others paint because it is almost therapeutic and relaxing. Whatever the motivation for painting, everyone who paints creates a piece of art to keep forever.
If you live a stressful and hectic life, try an escape to a painting workshop.
For some reason unknown to me, there are very few art workshops held in exotic locales in the South Pacific and in Asia. Most are set in France, Italy and other Mediterranean countries. In fact, I am only aware of one artist, other than myself, who hosts workshops in the South Pacific and Asia.-- Bron Smith
Get ready to head to Rarotonga, in the South Pacific Ocean. The Cook Islands specifically. Here, you'll learn realistic watercolor painting and take home souvenirs that you created!What Could Be Better Than Learning To Paint In Exotic Places?
Vacations are another way to get away from everyday stress and relax. What if you could combine an exotic vacation with a painting workshop?
Bron Smith has created an opportunity for you to do just that. Bron Smith is an artist and educator. He has also conducted tours to many of the world's most exotic places. He is now combining two of his passions by offering Painting In Paradise workshops in beautiful and exotic locales.
In the Painting In Paradise workshop, you will learn realistic painting techniques. The classes are taught using watercolor. However, if you prefer another medium, you may apply the technique taught to the medium you desire. Realistic painting is a style of art that has experienced a resurgence in recent years. Students, from beginners to experts, are welcome in the realistic painting class and all who follow the step-by-step instructions will be truly amazed at the art they create.
Bron Smith has created an opportunity for you to do just that. Bron Smith is an artist and educator. He has also conducted tours to many of the world's most exotic places. He is now combining two of his passions by offering Painting In Paradise workshops in beautiful and exotic locales.
In the Painting In Paradise workshop, you will learn realistic painting techniques. The classes are taught using watercolor. However, if you prefer another medium, you may apply the technique taught to the medium you desire. Realistic painting is a style of art that has experienced a resurgence in recent years. Students, from beginners to experts, are welcome in the realistic painting class and all who follow the step-by-step instructions will be truly amazed at the art they create.
Hibiscus Painting On Motu Taakoka
The Painting In Paradise Workshop
The Painting In Paradise workshops are usually one week long. The realistic painting classes will be held each morning. Students will be taught both drawing and painting techniques.
Mornings will be devoted to painting classes, afternoons to excursions around the island. During the classes you will learn the techniques of drawing and painting realistic florals in watercolor.
You will also learn how to subtly add other mediums to your watercolor painting to greatly enhance the dramatic effect. Advanced painters who may work in other mediums or subject matter are welcome to attend the workshop too. You will find watercolors to be a mobile and practical medium for overseas workshops.
The things you will learn include:
Mornings will be devoted to painting classes, afternoons to excursions around the island. During the classes you will learn the techniques of drawing and painting realistic florals in watercolor.
You will also learn how to subtly add other mediums to your watercolor painting to greatly enhance the dramatic effect. Advanced painters who may work in other mediums or subject matter are welcome to attend the workshop too. You will find watercolors to be a mobile and practical medium for overseas workshops.
The things you will learn include:
- The process of building a painting
- The importance of value contrast
- The role photography plays in your art
- When and how to use wet into wet and dry brush techniques
- When to use saturated colors
- How to choose and mix colors
- How to create luminosity with watercolor glazes
- You will also be shown how to add other mediums to your watercolor paintings to create a more dramatic effect.
Explore Rarotonga In the Afternoons
The afternoons will be devoted to exploring this beautiful South Sea paradise island. Excursions are planned each day. Participants in the workshop may eat all meals with the group or dine alone. You may want to stay extra days on Rarotonga, or visit one of the outer islands. Most people don't want to leave, as the week seems to go by so quickly.
If you are looking for an exotic vacation, Painting in Paradise may be your answer. Try to imagine spending time in a beautiful, relaxing spot hidden half way around the world. Then add to your vision learning to paint pictures of this paradise so realistic your family and friends may mistake them for photographs. There is one word of caution. You may find this experience addictive.
If you are looking for an exotic vacation, Painting in Paradise may be your answer. Try to imagine spending time in a beautiful, relaxing spot hidden half way around the world. Then add to your vision learning to paint pictures of this paradise so realistic your family and friends may mistake them for photographs. There is one word of caution. You may find this experience addictive.
Exotic Gardens of Rarotonga
Monday, January 11, Until Saturday January 16, 2010
Come join us for the art safari of a lifetime! Six unforgettable days of exploring, researching, sketching and painting the flamboyant tropical flowers of Rarotonga, in the South Pacific Ocean. The principle island in the Cook Island group, Rarotonga comes into full bloom during November, December and January. We will be there during "prime time" to capture the exotic Bougainvilleas and Hibiscus at the height of their bloom.
Bird Of Paradise Painting by Bron Smith
Trek to Motu Taakoka
I will guide you to the same tree that inspired the yellow tree hibiscus painting on my Painting in Paradise web site, and YOU can choose your own hibiscus to paint.(See Painting in Paradise Workshop Tour below) The yellow hibiscus painting now hangs above our fireplace mantle. How would you like a painting like this that YOU painted, hanging above your fireplace mantle?
You will find flowers like this in bloom everywhere as you travel around the island. Many of the flowers that I photographed were found not far from the front door of our room at the Edgewater Resort and Spa where we stayed. There's much more information about the Edgewater Resort below.
You will find flowers like this in bloom everywhere as you travel around the island. Many of the flowers that I photographed were found not far from the front door of our room at the Edgewater Resort and Spa where we stayed. There's much more information about the Edgewater Resort below.
At first glance, many have commented that they thought my realistic paintings are photographs. Just last week I got an email from someone who said they loved my flower photographs. She was shocked when I responded to inform her that they were, in fact, paintings, not photographs.
If you have the knowledge of how to "build" a realistic watercolor painting, creating images like this is well within your reach. But you have to know the procedure, and I will show you, using my simple step-by-step method. You will be amazed at how my easy-to-follow tips and techniques will improve the realistic quality of your paintings.
The Nights In Rarotonga
On one of the evenings we will take in an "Island Nights" buffet style feast and Polynesian dance celebration. It will be a night to remember...it certainly was for us last year. You will have the opportunity to try island dishes that you would probably never find elsewhere. It was at the Island Nights feast that I had my first taste of taro, the staple food on the island, comparable to our potatoes in the USA. The Polynesian dancers of Rarotonga are considered the best in the world.If you love swimming, you'll LOVE the lagoon surrounding Rarotonga. Our day of snorkeling around Motu Taakoka was probably the most memorable day of our trip. After exploring, and photographing the flowers on the island, we waded all the way around the island. In places the water was up to our waist. Then we spent the next couple of hours with our mask, fins and snorkel exploring the coral reefs surrounding the motu. If you choose, you can bring a waterproof camera and photograph the neon-bright tropical fish as reference for under seascape paintings.
We will go on a subject safari in Avarua, the island's largest village, and the commercial center for the Cook Islands. In Avarua we will search for Polynesian tapestries and native objects that will enhance your tropical floral still life painting. You will love Avarua. I found it to be the perfect idyllic island village...not too big, but not too little...and always with the backdrop of the beautiful volcanic peaks. We will be dining in Avarua as well.
In addition to our discussions on painting the subtle value variations of the flower petals, I will also demonstrate how to realistically render leaves and backgrounds, as shown in my painting of the brightly colored bird of paradise above.
The Edgewater Resort and Spa
Nestled between majestic green mountains and a white sandy beach, overlooking a deep blue lagoon reflecting the tranquil blue sky, is the Edgewater Resort & Spa. Located on six acres of lush, tropical beachside landscape, where palm trees sway in the ocean breeze, the exotic surroundings of the Edgewater Resort & Spa resonate a magical Pacific experience and an unforgettable vacation.
The Edgewater Resort and Spa is Rarotonga's largest resort, with 250 air-conditioned guest rooms to offer, including spacious self-contained 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. The Garden Rooms are ideal for guests who prefer to be surrounded by tropical gardens within walking distance of the beach. For exceptional views of the ocean, there are the Beachfront Rooms and for a more luxurious experience, there are the Beachfront Deluxe Suites with spa baths and private patios with magnificent views of the beach, ocean and the bordering coral reef. All rooms are designed with a view to maximize the privacy and comfort of Edgewater guests.
Rarotonga...the vibrant center of the Cook Islands
It is only fair for me to begin with a WARNING: Should you choose to take this trip, there's a very good chance that you'll want to return again and again. It happened to me. It could happen to you.
- Scooters For Transportation?
- Many people opt to rent a motor scooter. There are a number of places around the island that offer scooter rentals. It's a fun convenient way to see the island, but it helps to have some experience at riding motor bikes, and you have to remember to drive on the LEFT side of the road. I had a hard time with that last year... old habits really do die hard.
- Restaurants are abundant on Rarotonga
- There are several to choose from in Avarua, and they are scattered around the island as well. You are never far away from a restaurant, and there are a surprising number of cuisines to choose from, including Chinese, Italian, Continental, Indian, Japanese, seafood, and local island dishes.
- The Currency in Rarotonga
- The currency in the Cook Islands is the New Zealand dollar. When you arrive at the air terminal in Rarotonga you will be able to exchange your money for New Zealand dollars.
- Scenic Flight of Rarotonga
- A great way to see Raro is from above. You can take a scenic flight around the island by light aircraft, or by helicopter. Inquire at the air terminal.
- A Hike Through The Jungle
- If you're a hiker, you'll want to take the cross island hike, for an up close and personal look at the mountainous jungle terrain. It's a four-hour hike, and it takes you past the island's mountain landmark, Te Rua Manga, the "Needle", a unique rock spire.
- Scooter Touring
- You won't find this activity in the tourist brochures, but we enjoyed just putt-putting around the island on our scooter.
- Safari Tours
- One of the best ways to get acquainted with the island is by taking the safari tour, an exciting and educational tour of the island in four-wheel drive vehicles.
If you think you'd like to participate in this exciting 6-day Painting in Paradise workshop, click the link below to view even more details. We'd love to have you.
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