Innovative Watermedia with Nicholas Simmons
Nov. 4, 5 & 6, 2013
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Workshop fee: $400
$375 if paid in full by October 4, 2013
This workshop will be held at the Pinellas Park Church of Christ Annex to allow artists maximum space and comfort during the workshop.
Pinellas Park First Church of Christ
6045 Park Blvd.
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
We've all said it: we want to take our art to the next level. We want to loosen-up, to breathe new life into our paintings, to be bolder and more daring, and pour passion into our work.
THIS is opportunity knocking!
Nicholas Simmons, celebrated world-wide for his unconventional, unique and innovative watermedia techniques, is coming to Clearwater. This is your chance to take that next intrepid step in your art journey.
In this high-energy workshop, Nicholas will encourage you to step outside the boundaries of conventional painting while showing you how to take the challenges of watermedia and bend them into creative opportunities.
Don't miss your chance to study with this master artist and instructor! Reserve your seat today!
This workshop will concentrate on concepts and techniques the artist is noted for. Included will be a Photoshop session, and in-depth explanation of the artist's process. Demonstrations, use of acrylic as transparent watercolor in addition to standard watercolor, large scale painting, radical approaches to creativity, and careful critique that does not intrude on style. All participants will paint daily and receive individualized attention. Prepare yourself for an inspiring experience that runs on adrenalin more than the rulebook!
About the artist:
Nicholas Simmons was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and began painting in Sarasota, Florida. He studied under many well-known watercolorists, most notably Valfred Thëlin and Barbara Nechis. Mr. Simmons enjoyed immediate success as a watercolor artist soon after taking it up, but opted to pursue a music career as a professional guitarist. For many years he only painted occasional commissions, and did not return to visual art until 2004, when he began painting watercolor again and launched his website.
Mr. Simmons’ paintings have been featured in a variety of publications such as L' Art de l' Aquarelle, Watercolor Artist, Watercolor, and a number of books. He has been featured on Maryland Public Television, and in 2008 his acclaimed DVD Innovative Watermedia was released by Creative Catalyst Productions. His work has graced the covers of classical music recordings, including those of world renowned guitar virtuoso, Manuel Barrueco. He is sponsored by Da Vinci Paint, and Escoda Artist Brushes. His Signature Series of Escoda brushes were introduced in 2012. Mr. Simmons is listed in Who's Who in the World.
Awards include top prize at the 2007 National Watercolor Society for his painting Fresh Sushi, consecutive gold medals at the Pennsylvania Watercolor Society, 2008-2009, and the gold medal at the Texas Watercolor Society in 2010. In 2012 he was the first recipient of the National Watercolor Society's special Masters Award.
Mr. Simmons exhibits internationally as a solo artist and with major watermedia stars in group and invitational exhibitions, as well as one of six members of North American Watercolor Artists (NAWA), representing the United States. He has judged numerous exhibtions, and 2010 and 2012 was the sole judge representing the United States at the Shanghai Zhujiajiao International Watercolour Biennial, the world's largest watercolor exhibition.
His work is held in public and private collection in the United States, Europe, and China.
Nicholas Simmons' work has earned him a worldwide reputation as one of the most exciting artists in contemporary watercolor. His gift for inspiring others makes him sought after as a workshop instructor and lecturer, known for his fresh, unorthodox, and often irreverent approach. The artist lives with his wife and daughter in the Washington, D.C. area.
A 14 page feature in the winter 2009 issue of Watercolor Magazine included this summary:
"Nicholas Simmons paints in watermedia on a scale that rivals oil painting. The subject matter is a dazzling mix of figures juxtaposed with printed lettering, graffiti, Japanese block prints, neon lights, reflections, and lavish corners of nature. The effect can be disorienting, as though a camera has taken a picture by accident, revealing an image that is both exciting and mysterious. The paint itself swirls, floods, drips, and spatters, driven on by the general excitement of the imagery and giving the work a sense that it was done in a rush in a matter of minutes."
~ John Parks, Watercolor , Winter 2009
To learn more or to sign up for this and other exciting workshops, please visit the Art Trysts Studio website: http://arttrysts.com/workshops
