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Color Crush
Challenging and Supportive
Helen shared her knowledge and time to support each student individually as we experimented with these new materials. She challenged us to think in new ways and gave generously of her support when we had questions or encountered problems in our work.
-Laureen W.
The Most Important Thing I Could Learn
I thought class was well paced and definitely got me thinking more about shapes, how sculptures could be built, color vs minimal color and materials.
Also you and class members gave me a lot of much needed confidence that my ideas are valid and that I should continue to explore and trust myself. I think it's the most important thing I could learn!
-Jeannie P.
A Great Class and Generous Teacher
This painting has been my nemesis for weeks. But acrylic skins like I learned from Helen’s workshop brought it together and saved it. Thanks Helen!
-Sherry W.
Catapult Mastering Color
Online Workshops
California Color CrushMar 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – Mar 29, 2026, 4:30 PMMonterey, Monterey, CA, USA
Master the Flow: Working Large with Alcohol InkAug 15, 2025, 11:00 AMLocation is TBD
Alcohol Ink PaintingAug 01, 2025, 11:00 AMLocation is TBD
Learn how to create a variety of unique textured "skins" using Golden Fluid acrylic paints, gels and pastes for 2D and 3D work.
Learn techniques for working with vibrant alcohol inks abstractly or realistically on synthetic watercolor paper (Yupo). Discover ways to display and protect your paintings during this 2-week online workshop designed for all levels of experience.
Discover the foundations of sculpture in this hands-on online workshop designed for beginners. In Basic Sculpture, you’ll learn how to create dynamic three-dimensional forms using wire mesh as an armature, which will then be shaped, refined, and covered with plaster cloth.
Are you confident in mixing the EXACT color you need every time? Are you looking for a color workshop that goes beyond the basics of color theory? Join me in Pacific Grove, California and leave your assumptions about color behind!
Are you ready to LEVEL UP YOUR COLOR GAME? Expand your palette and get beyond your own habits and assumptions with color! Designed for artists, designers, and anyone who works with color, this in-depth workshop is crucial for success.
Growing by Leaps and Bounds
I want to say how much I’m enjoying this workshop. You are an excellent teacher and the curriculum you’re sharing is helping me to grow by leaps and bounds.
-Jan M.
As Academic as College Classes
Thanks for the help and encouragement. You are right in saying that I will never forget the concepts of this lesson! I love how academic these classes have been. Right up there with college classes.
-Pam H.
Loved the Class
I’ve loved the class, have been surprised and humbled by how much I didn’t know and how much there is to know about color.
Karen N.F.
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