Washington Island Art Association (WIAA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing high quality workshops to its members in the unspoiled natural beauty of Door County, Wisconsin's Washington Island. Membership in the WIAA is open to professional and amateur artists and is a requirement in order to teach or participate in a sponsored workshop.
Washington Island, Door County, Wisconsin
Door County, Wisconsin


 
2008 Instructor Workshops
Dian Johnson Dian Johnson, “Watercolor, Just Paint not Panico
May 7 - 11, 2012
Workshop fee: $275 (Includes studio fee)
Students limited to 15
Spring on Washington Island - what could be better! In every direction there is a scene waiting to be painted; everything from scenery and flowers to buildings, still life, and people. We have five full days to learn some new techniques, get the creative juices flowing, and totally immerse ourselves in painting at the Sunset Resort.
Location: Sunset Resort
Barbara Mathews Cynthia Vaicunas, " Exploring Abstract Ideas and Techniquess"
May 18 - 20, 2012
Workshop fee: $180 (Includes studio rental)
Students limited to 15
Celebrate and express the light of your inner spirit... your thoughts and feelings! Light is the reason to paint! Each day we will explore new subjects... still life, flowers, people, animals, buildings, etc. You may bring your own photo references or paint new subjects. For all levels of watercolorists.
Location: Sievers School
Cathy Meader Ed Fenendael, “Watercolor Excitement" June 11 - 13, 2012
Workshop fee: $180 (Includes studio fee)
This is a chance to uncover colors hidden inside you. We will work with ink and watercolor one of the three days and help bridge the gap between realistic representation and what you really want to say in your paintings. Plan to leave with a renewed understanding of the joy of watercolor.
Location:Washington Island School
Kari Anderson Barbara Matthews “Painting Watercolor On Gessoed Paper”
June 18 - 22, 2012
Workshop fee: $325 (Includes studio rental)
Students limited to 15 to 12
Barbara will guide you through the process of painting on a new and fun surface. Texture, texture, texture. Everything from old barn board, to portraits, to abstracts, become a new adventure in painting. This class is for all levels of watercolorists.
Location:Washington Island Schoo
Rodger Bechtold

Bonnie Paruch, "Oil Painting Workshop"
Sept. 24 - 26, 2011
Workshop fee:$190 (Includes studio fee)
Students limited to 15
Bonnie Paruch leads popular oil painting workshops throughout the Midwest. Look forward to an exciting studio and plein air experience. Both oil and pastel artists are welcome for the plein air.
Location: Art & Nature Centerl
Cathy Meader Gary Hanks , “Watercolor Exploration and Unique Techniques"
Sept. 28 - 30, 2012
Workshop fee: $180 (Includes studio fee)
Enjoy an intermediate level of exploring and experimenting with watercolor. Plan to push your sense of color and expand your watercolor techniques while discovering and painting some of the endless subjects on beautiful Washington Island.There will be plenty of time to paint with individualized help and group critiques.
Location: Art & Nature Center
  Spring Open
May 21 - 25, 2012
Sievers School
All mediums welcome
Workshop fee: $50 (Includes studio fee)
Students limited to 15
The warm and sunny Sievers Studio... A perfect place for a gathering of professional and amateur painters ... Join us for a week of studio time and camaraderie. This workshop fills up fast so register early. All are welcome.
Studio Rental: $50 (Room for 14 artists - max.)
  Fall Open
October 1 - 5, 2012
Art & Nature Center
All mediums welcome
Workshop fee: $50 (Includes studio fee)
Students limited to 15
The Fall Open Workshop is held in the rustic 100 year old schoolhouse now serving as the Washington Island Art and Nature Center. Spacious and filled with natural light, it is an ideal studio in which to nurture creative inspiration. All are welcome.
Studio Rental: $50 (Room for 20 artists - max., this workshop fills up quickly)
 


Visit the official site of the Washington Island Chamber of Commerce


Sunset Resort
Sievers School
Washington Island School
Washington Island Art & Nature Center


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For dining information CLICK HERE
What to do CLICK HERE
For the Washington Island Ferry schedule CLICK HERE



For information on either membership or the workshops contact
Kathy Sorensen at 920-847-2694 or
Pat Clarke at 920-847-3801


Spring Open Workshop, May 21-25, 2012
Studio Fee: $50
The warm sunny Siever’s studio is the perfect place for a gathering of professional and amateur painters. Come join us for a week of studio time and camaraderie. All are welcome.
(Room for 14 artists)

Fall Open Workshop, October 1-5, 2012
Studio Fee: $50
The Fall Open Workshop is held in the rustic 100 year old schoolhouse now serving as the Washington Island Art and Nature Center. Spacious and filled with natural light, it is an ideal studio in which to nurture your creative inspiration. All are welcome.
(Room for 20 artists - this workshop fills up fast)

Art & Nature Center Annual Fall Show
August 20 thru September 23, 2012
All WIAA members are welcome to showcase
their art at this annual show.
Opening Reception for the Island Community -
Watch for Flyers


Washington Island Art Association
6th Annual “Small Frame - Big Art Show”
 July 27 thru August 12
At the Red Cup Coffee Shop.
All WIAA members are welcome to show their art at this popular venue. The show has been such a success that we have expanded the length of the show. Each member may start with three pieces and more will be hung as items sell. Pieces must conform to the 12x12x12 specifications. Drop off art on July 28. More info on website.

Artist Contact Information:
For further inquiry’s about workshops or supply lists
the following information is provided.

Dian Johnson diansandy221@att.net
847-882-4476

Cynthia Vaicunascvaicunas@aol.com
312-391-9203

Ed Fenendael wcexcitement@aol.com
920-868-9282

Barbara Matthews bmathews2@charter.net
608-756-0550

Bonnie Paruch BonnieParuchfineart.com
920-421-1616

Gary Hanks 920-850-8666

 
     

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