Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Portrait Drawing & Painting Tuesday, September 20
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Midlothian, Virginia
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Workshop: Summer 2011 - Portrait Painting from the Live Model
Matthew Mancini will return to Richmond July 25-29, 2011, for a five-day oil painting workshop. For more information or to register, go to www.artrichmond.com. Questions? Contact mary@artrichmond.com.
Portrait Painting - Midlothian, Virginia
$10 to share cost of the model
Limited to 8 artists
Reservation required - mary@artrichmond.com
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Portrait Painting from the Model Update
Instructor Matthew Mancini
July 25-29 2011
Richmond, Virginia
Participants in this one-week workshop will explore a classical approach to painting from the live model. Each step will have a specific focus that will help the student simplify shape, form and color to achieve an accurate likeness of the model. All levels of skill will benefit, as this course is primarily process oriented.
Deposit: $200
Online registration coming soon.
Questions? Contact:
mary@artrichmond.com
804-869-0374
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
John Stossel Questions the Value of Non-Objective Art
Do people really know what's art and what's just stuff?
The Christian Science Monitor looks at 8 myths about art, like:
This work generated so much discussion, it must be good!
A lot of people talk about Lindsay Lohan, but this doesn't lead people to conclude that she is an excellent actress. The same rationale needs to be applied to art.
Anyone could do that.
This sentiment is typically refuted with the argument, "But you didn't."
Read more ...
Saturday, December 11, 2010
Summer 2011 Workshop: Portrait Painting from the Live Model

Instructed by Matthew Mancini
July 25-29, 2011
Monday-Friday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Richmond, Virginia
Tuition: $600
We are pleased to announce our fifth Academy of Realist Art workshop in Richmond, Virginia. This five-day workshop focuses on the fundamentals behind successful portrait painting from the live model. Details and registration coming soon!
Friday, November 5, 2010
Hiking 600 Miles Through Spain
Art Historian Lee Sandstead
November 17, 2010
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE
Register HERE
Art Historian and former Travel Channel Host Lee Sandstead hiked 600 miles along the Camino de Santiago through Spain during the summer of 2010, and as he says: "I've traveled the world in almost every imaginable way, but this trip--by far--was the greatest of my life."
Using his own photography, Lee will take attendees through this amazing adventure, highlighting the history of the Camino and the gear he used.Join Lee for an unforgettable picture presentation that will include tons of great tips on preparing for any length hike yourself! There will be refreshments and sweepstakes giveaways!
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Thursday August 26 Life Drawing
Monday, August 16, 2010
Thursday August 19 Life Studio

This weeks model will be Jameson, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at the Art Richmond Studio on Spencer Road.
Cost is $10.00. To reserve an easel email mary@artrichmond.com.
[at left Mary Barbour, carbon pencil, 2007]
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Fall 2010 Richmond : Portrait Drawing from the Live Model

Academy of Realist Art
September 27-October 1, 2010
Richmond, Virginia
Tuition: $600
We are pleased to announce the scheduling of our fourth Academy of Realist Art workshop in Richmond, Virginia.
This five-day workshop focuses on the fundamentals behind successful portrait drawing. Emphasis is placed on the drawing "process" and what to look for at various stages in order to draw a portrait with accuracy and efficiency. This workshop is suitable for all levels of experience.
For more information, or to register, visit www.ArtRichmond.com
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Lee Sandstead's Trek Photography
Monday, August 2, 2010
Life Drawing / Painting Thursday
The lovely Morgan will be joining us again this Thursday evening.To reserve an easel, please contact Mary Barbour: mary@artrichmond.com.
Thursday sessions are 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. at the Art Richmond studio on Libbie Avenue.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Friday, July 23, 2010
Painting the Still Life in Oils
Classes begin September 7, 2010
Art Richmond Studio
2111 Spencer Road, Richmond, Virginia
Instructed by Mary Barbour
Students will set up and execute a realistic still-life painting in oils. Click here for more information.
Introduction to Drawing: Copying from the Flat
Art Richmond Studio
2111 Spencer Road, Richmond, Virginia
Instructed by Mary Barbour
Students will be introduced to the sight-size method of drawing by precisely copying a plate from the Charles Bargue drawing course using graphite as a medium. Click here for more information.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
July Vacation Schedule - Life Drawing
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Summer Art Classes for Kids ages 11-14
Monday, May 10, 2010
Life Drawing
Thursday Evenings beginning May 13
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Come and draw or paint from the live model. Easels and taborets are provided.
Cost is $14. The group is limited to 8 artists.
Please reserve a space in advance by contacting Mary Barbour at 804-869-0374 or email mary@artrichmond.com
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Learning to See: Foundations in Realist Drawing & Painting for Young Adults
June 21-25, 2010
July 19-July 23, 2010
August 9-13, 2010
Morning session: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuition: $155 (15 hours)
All day session: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuition: $295 (30 hours)
Classes are open to ages 13-17. Students of all artistic backgrounds are welcome.
Art Richmond's young adult classes emphasize the development of observational and rendering skills. Fundamentals of representing form with line and value, basics of perspective, and principles of light and shadow will be introduced as the student progresses.
Projects include: rendering basic shapes in graphite and charcoal, plaster cast drawings, self portraits and still life.
Course material is varied between sessions. Sessions may be repeated. Returning students will be offered more challenging exercises, building on previously mastered concepts.
For registration information, contact Mary Barbour at 804-869-0374 or email mary@artrichmond.com
Monday, December 7, 2009
Spring 2010 Oil Painting Workshop: Portrait Painting from a Photo
Instructed by
Matthew Mancini
Academy of Realist Art
April 26-30, 2010
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Richmond, Virginia
Tuition: $600
We are pleased to announce the scheduling of our third Academy of Realist Art workshop in Richmond, Virginia. The October workshop, "In the Studio of Sargent", was a tremendous success, and popular instructor Matthew Mancini will be returning this spring.
This new five-day workshop focuses on creating a painted portrait using a photo reference (subject to instructor approval). Participants learn the key principles of what information to keep and what to omit, as well as concepts of form, value, shape, and finishing processes. Students of all levels are welcome, however, beginners will use a limited palette while more advanced students will use a broader palette. A handout will be provided prior to the start of the workshop to outline photo requirements.
If you are travelling from out of town click here for information on travel and lodging.
Registration is closed.Questions? Contact:
mlbarbour@gmail.com
804-869-0374
Learn more about the Academy of Realist Art and find other ARA workshops: www.AcademyofRealistart.com