Posted in Art Camp, Flowers, tagged acrylic, Art Class, Blue Ridge Arts Council, Claude Monet, impressionism, Monet, Monet's Lilac Irises on June 26, 2014| Leave a Comment »
“Monet’s Lilac Irises”
Art Camp yesterday had us painting our version of Claude Monet’s , (1840-1926) “Lilac Irises”, painted in 1914-17.
Claude Monet, (1840-1926)
“Lilac Irises”
oil on canvas
32”x36”
Painted in 1914-17
Private Collection
The young artists made terrific renditions of Monet’s work. He would be proud!
Posted in Art Camp, tagged acrylic, Art Camp, asparagus, Blue Ridge Arts Council, impressionism, Manet on June 25, 2014| Leave a Comment »
Art Camp Week 1
Manet’s Asparagus
We continued to study Manet at Art Camp yesterday. This time it was his still life – Asparagus.
The young artists made it look easy as they created their versions of Manet’s original.
Posted in Art Camp, tagged acrylic, Art Camp, Blue Ridge Arts Council, Manet on June 24, 2014| Leave a Comment »
Art Camp Week 1
Painting 1 – Manet
Edouard Manet (1832-1883)
“Pinks and Clematis in a Crystal Vase”
oil on canvas
22” x 14”
Musée d’Orsay, Paris, France
Yesterday we had the first day of Art Camp. With 7 fabulous young artists working hard all morning they created their version of Edouard Manet’s (1832-1883) “Pinks and Clematis in a Crystal Vase”, oil on canvas 22″x14″, painted in 1882 in Paris and currently on display at Musée d’Orsay, Paris, France.
I think their versions look GREAT! How about you?
Posted in Art Camp, tagged Art Camp, Summer Art Camp for Kids on June 4, 2014| Leave a Comment »
Tanner concentrating on her work
Have you signed your young artists up for art camp? If not, time is fast approaching. The first session begins in just a little over 2 weeks!!!! Be sure to register now to hold a space for your artist.
You can see more about Art Camp and see the schedule here.
Or download the flyer and registration here: Flyer for Kids Summer Art Camp Final 2014.
Posted in Art Camp, tagged Art Camp, Summer art camp on May 5, 2014| Leave a Comment »
Tanner concentrating on her work
It’s time to make plans for your young artists to attend Summer Art Camp. There are several dates to choose from and something for everyone. Take a look at the schedule here and download the PDF registration form. Be sure to get your student registered before it’s booked up. They will learn something about art and painting while having loads of FUN!!!
Posted in Art Camp, tagged 2014 Art Camp, 2014 Summer Art Camp, Art Camp, Blue Ridge Arts Council on March 15, 2014| Leave a Comment »
“Van Gogh’s Chair”
Maybe if we talk about Summer Art Camp all the bad weather will go away and Spring will arrive. Well, maybe not but at least it gives us something to look forward to! The schedule for this summers Art Camp is set. You can Flyer for Kids Summer Art Camp Final 2014.
Our Rodrigue’s with Waffle!
This year we are adding a session where we will paint from the students photos: their pet, their home, etc. More information is coming as we get closer to the date but we wanted you to have the schedule now so you can start making plans. Hope to see your young artist this summer at one of the following sessions:
Our version of Georgia O’Keefe
June 30 – July 1, 2014 Famous Painters (Warhol & Manet)
August 11 – 12, 2014 Post-Impressionists ( Matisse & Van Gogh)
Ages 8 – 13 (9 a.m. – Noon) $150 per session
June 23 – 26, 2014 – Impressionists (Monet, Manet, Renoir)
July 7 – 10, 2014 – Famous Painters (Matisse, Cezanne, Warhol)
July 21 – 24, 2014 – Local Flavor & Paint Your Own Pet Portrait and House
August 4 – 7, 2014 – Famous Painters (Cassett, Van Gogh, Manet)
Ages 14 – 18 (9 a.m. – Noon) $75 per session
July 17 – 18, 2014 – Paint from your own photos (Pets, House, or Favorite Scene)
Posted in Art Camp, Holidays, tagged Abstract, acrylic, Art Class, art lessons, Blue Ridge Arts Council, Christmas tree on December 13, 2013| Leave a Comment »
The boys painted these wonderful “Abstract Christmas Trees” in class yesterday. Fun! Great job guys. Next week will be the last Kids Painting Class of 2013. If you have a young artist, consider signing them up for classes in the New Year or give them a gift certificate to get them started. Contact kwalker@kellywalkerstudios.com for more information.
Posted in Art Camp, tagged acrylic, Art Camp, Blue Ridge Arts Council, impressionism, Van Gogh, Vincent Van Gogh, Vincent's Chair on August 9, 2013| Leave a Comment »
“Van Gogh’s Chair”
Tanner concentrating on her work
Conner and Brigid putting on some final touches
A really nice thank you note
We wrapped up the last day of Art Camp with Van Gogh’s Chair. The young artists painted a large version and did a fabulous job. This was a delightful group of kids who are really good painters.
Posted in Art Camp, tagged acrylic, Art Camp, Blue Ridge Arts Council, Dog Park, Dogs on August 8, 2013| Leave a Comment »
Blue Dog is one of the favorite paintings we have done in the Art Camps this summer. We talk about George Rodrigue and his unique style. The kids love this….and so do I!
Posted in Art Camp, tagged acrylic, Art Camp, Blue Ridge Arts Council, Landscape, post-impressionism, Van Gogh, Vincent Van Gogh on August 7, 2013| 2 Comments »
Art Campers Paint Van Gogh
Yesterday’s Art Campers painted a beautiful Van Gogh painting. We learned more about color mixing and blending colors. GREAT JOB!
The Studio 