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Academy of Realist Art
901 Lawrence Ave West, Third Floor, Toronto, ON M6A 1C3

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Join Robyn Asquini for a 3-day workshop where we will immerse ourselves in the vibrant world of the renowned Spanish painter Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida. Over the course of three days, we will explore Sorolla’s techniques in his learning how to capture the essence of light, colour, and impressionist brushwork in our own artwork. Through a presentation, discussions and live demonstration, participants will discover the beauty of Sorolla’s work and gain valuable insights into his artistic process. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to expand your skills and creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Robyn Asquini is a graduate of the Academy of Realist Art and an Art Renewal Centre (ARC) Associate Living Master. She has won numerous awards for her paintings from the Society of Canadian Artists, Federation of Canadian Artists, Canadian Portrait Society, and the Art Renewal Center. Recently, she exhibited in New York at the Salmagundi Club’s Open Figurative Exhibition and The Dacia Gallery 13th Anniversary Group Exhibit. Her work is held in private collections internationally.

The class will meet in our studio from 10 am – 4 pm each day.

Full workshop price is $450, and a $150 deposit is required to save your spot. The balance will be due on the first day of the workshop

Materials
Oil Colours
Titanium White
Naples Yellow or Brilliant Yellow
Cadmium Yellow
Yellow Ochre or Raw Sienna
Cadmium Red
Alizarin Crimson or Rose Madder
Raw Umber
Viridian Green
Cobalt Blue
Ultramarine Blue
Cobalt Violet
Note: only purchase artist quality paints. No Winton or water soluble paints.

Solvent
Odourless Mineral Spirits (Gamsol). Turpentine is NOT permitted in the studio
Mediums
Linseed Oil or Walnut Oil
Canvas
Acrylic primed panel or canvas 16”by 12” (Ampersand or Raymar are suggested brands) Ensure that the surface is a smoother portrait grade canvas or linen with fine texture

Tools
Palette (select one of the following): glass, wood, or paper (Grey Matters)
1 palette knife with long blade
2 cups for your oil and mineral spirits
1 small jar for cleaning brushes
Rags, paper towels, or shop towels

Brushes (either synthetic or natural)
Minimum Brush Requirement:
2-3 Bristle hair filbert brushes – ranging in size from #2 to #8
10-20 Soft hair filbert brushes – ranging in size from #2 to #12
2-3 EACH of #2, #4, #6, and #8
1 EACH of #10 and #12

Optional Tools
Knitting needle
Mahl stick (a ½ inch diameter dowel approximately 30 inches)
Flats, round, or fan brushes to achieve a wider variety of brushwork

Policies
About ARA Workshops Each participant gets lots of one-on-one attention from our superb instructors. ARA instructors teach year round so, unlike many artists who offer summer/holiday workshops our instructors are professional teachers as well as accomplished artists. Whether you are an award-winning experienced artist or have never painted before, our instructors will tailor to your skill level. If you have any questions or are having trouble with online registration, please contact us.