There will be one Advanced level workshop taught in 2010; September 26 – October 5, 2010.  The Advanced class is limited to a maximum of 16 students.  Please note, the Intensive Workshop is a prerequisite to participation in the Advanced Workshop.

The Advanced Class picks up where the Intensive left off.  You'll join other artists who share a common vocabulary, foundation and desire to take their work to yet another level of competence, skill and painterly expression.  Christensen will continue to develop at a more complex level his philosophy of "The Three P's." Prepare at the highest level.  Practice at the highest level.  Paint at the highest level. 

This class will study:                                                                          
*The interpretation of backlit situations.
*The interpretation of facelit situations.
*Advanced composition study.
*Variety of exterior line vs. interior line.
*The selection of different motifs.
*How to break preconceived ideas.
*How to work quickly to capture vital information.
*Analysis of deceased painters and their work with discussion of problems we all face with our own painting.
Also included with the registration fee are:
*Daily, morning coffee service.
*Welcome Reception.

Optional activity: Dinner every other night  with fellow artists at the studio. (nominal fee)

Tuition: $2500 -Worth the Money??

Deposit: $1250 due upon registration.  Inquire regarding payment arrangements.