We did the 10 hour drive in 2 cars as they were stuffed full of large canvasses, paints and mediums .. our large easels strapped to the roof! It was a 5 day workshop with Brian Atyeo, a superb acrylic artist from Ontario who does an annual workshop at his friend Ursula Reynolds studio. Brian started each day with a demo, and because of his frequent stressing of the importance of neutrals to showcase colour we nicknamed him Titan Buff. .. sometimes also known as Major Mass. (i.e.. Don't break up the values, keep the masses intact!)
We met and bonded with Linda Wilder, an Alberta artist who sells through Mountain galleries such as at the Chateau Whistler. Linda quickly adopted our WOBA method of giving advice to each other .. offer suggestions, and follow up with "But what do I know?"
It was tons of fun. Ursula and Rick were amazing hosts who with Brian hosted us for a sumptuous dinner one night. The location in the foothills was gorgeous, and we were free to paint all night if we chose to. We only made it til midnight tho:(
Sadly I don't have a good photo of Titan Buff. Perhaps next year.
