Painting & Drawing

Code: D1431-25

    • III

      Level III

      Students have formal training in critical issues of 2-­D art making, experience with public critiques and a solid portfolio of their artwork.

Mixed Media: Painting and Collage

Sep 1 - 5, 2025

9AM-5PM

Tuition: $1,415.00
Studio Fee: $125.00
Registration Fee: $45.00

NEW: Tuition includes the welcome dinner and daily lunch
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Concept

Small-scale collage is an exciting process for creating ideas and color relationships that can develop into large paintings and collages. Beginning by working in a smaller format facilitates fluid decision making regarding composition, color choices, and surface. Using collage and painting in combination, students learn the process of making a series of dynamic studies for larger works that resonate. Emphasis is on experimentation, creating depth, making a body of cohesive work, and discovering ways to enhance surface texture.

Media & Techniques

Water-based paint, water-based pastels, pencil, collage materials (e.g. product packaging, books of plants, magazine ads, patterned papers, etc.)

Faculty

Roberto Juarez

Roberto Juarez is a painter, printmaker and public artist who exhibits in New York City and nationally. His public work can be found at Grand Central and the Miami Airport. His work is included in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum, Whitney Museum, Denver Art Museum, and LACMA.

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Roberto Juarez, Pine Branch with Lichen (Study)

Tuition: $1,415.00
Studio Fee: $125.00
Registration Fee: $45.00

NEW: Tuition includes the welcome dinner and daily lunch
Registration Information

Painting & Drawing

Make, reflect, consider, engage—these are all critical elements of the Painting and Drawing workshops at Anderson Ranch. Our exceptional workshops combine focused, hands-on art making with critical feedback for artists of all levels. Painting and Drawing guest faculty are phenomenal artists and educators with experience supporting students by offering technical knowledge and encouragement.

The bright, natural light of the Wyly Painting and Drawing Building provides an inspiring environment where students can explore and expand their artistic practice. Our facilities are equipped with individual worktables, wall space, easels, rolling palettes, odorless solvents, a wide range of hand tools, computer access with Adobe software, wifi, printing, scanning, and projection capabilities. Spend a week here— or several—and engage in a variety of activities that will fuel your practice throughout the year.

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Workshop Details

Workshop Supplies

For general information about studio access, shipping, and more, please visit our info page.

If you have any questions regarding your supplies for your workshop, please contact Lindsey Yeager, [email protected].

Provided by Anderson Ranch

Equipment
Supplies

What you need to bring

Required Tools and Supplies
Optional Tools and Supplies

* Available for purchase in the studio.
** Available to purchase at the Anderson Ranch ArtWorks Store for 10% off.
Learn more about shipping supplies and artwork to and from the Ranch in the Student Handbook.

Lodging & Meals

Housing is limited and includes shared and private lodging options. Reservations will be managed on a first-come, first-served basis. The earlier you reserve housing, the better your chance of receiving your preferred option. Please note: Workshop costs do not include accommodations. 

NEW: Tuition includes a welcome dinner and lunches. In our effort to foster a stronger sense of community and accessibility at Anderson Ranch, we include the welcome dinner and all lunches as part of the tuition for summer workshop students. Our hope is that this adjustment will encourage all students to come together to share meals and engage in meaningful conversations. The Ranch Café Meal Plan, which is included with Room and Board fees, strives to provide healthy, creative meals that will nourish your artistic creativity. Learn more.

We have established a Business Safety Plan with added layers of precaution that prioritize the health and safety of our staff, students, faculty and guests while continuing to provide you with the Anderson Ranch experience that you know and enjoy.

 

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Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts

Making Art Accessible

Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.

Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.

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