“Works of art are of an infinite solitude, and no means of approach is so useless as criticism. Only love can touch and hold them and be fair to them.”
Mentorships and private classes available.
Please contact Victoria via the contact form.
Exploring Gouache at the Pat Rini Rohrer Gallery, Canandaigua NY
In this one-day workshop, explore the expressive world of gouache, a medium that combines the qualities of watercolor and opaque media such as oils or acrylics. Designed for artists with some painting experience, the workshop will focus on painterly techniques such as brushwork, layering, texturing, and color mixing. You’ll learn how to build depth with layering and glazing, experiment with wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry methods, and create dynamic effects using various brushes and textures.
Whether you're new to gouache or looking to expand your skills, this hands-on workshop will provide the tools to create bold, visually engaging artwork.
Saturday, 3/29 | 10–4pm | 1 session $100
(Plus $20 For those who do not have gouache supplies, share fee can be paid directly to teacher) (Cash)
Exploring Observation to Abstraction - Learning How to Abstract What You See at Railroad Street Artworks
Learn to translate what you see into more abstract “painterly” finished pieces.
Exploring Observation to Abstraction is the perfect course to help you level up your work, and your confidence.
In this six-session course you’ll be guided through the process of turning observed details into abstract compositions. You’ll be encouraged to draw inspiration from your surroundings and personal reflections, and then to transform these into expressive, non-representational works.
A typical session will have hands-on exercises, and you’ll explore mark-making, color relationships, texture, and form - developing techniques and skills to deconstruct and reimagine familiar subjects. Each session builds on core painting principles - combining observation with intuitive approaches - to create dynamic, unique abstractions.
You and your friends will work to balance intention with spontaneity, building an abstract visual language that reflects their individual perspectives.
Thursday Mornings, 9:00a to 11:00a, 3/6, 3/13, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10; (No Class 3/20)
Continuing with Drawing: Reinforcing, Refining, and Pushing the Boundaries of Drawing At Railroad Street Artworks
Level up your drawing skills!
In this Drawing Mini-Workshop you’ll learn about and explore a range of tools and techniques to improve your drawing skills. This Workshop is intended to encourage your creative expression, and build your confidence by pushing the boundaries of traditional drawing.
This intensive one-day session is perfect for you and your friends looking to build on their existing drawing skills while delving into new media and techniques. We’ll incorporate exercises to reinforce essential drawing fundamentals - such as composition, perspective, and shading - while you’ll develop a more dynamic and versatile drawing approach.
AGES 16+
COST $60 (Single Session)
MATERIALS LIST
Bring whatever drawing materials you already have and are comfortable using. We’ll discuss additional materials as part of the Workshop session, and I’ll have some materials to share.
Saturday - March 15th, 9:30a to 1:30p
Intro to Printmaking - Fun and Easy Linoleum Block Printing at Railroad Street Artworks
See just how fun and easy it can be to create and print your own designs.
Join us for five engaging sessions designed for beginners eager to explore this traditional printmaking technique.
You and your friends will learn how to conceptualize and transfer your designs onto linoleum blocks, carve those designs safely and effectively, and experiment with inking and printing processes.
The class will cover essential tools and materials, guiding students from initial sketches to completed prints.
Emphasis will be placed on developing personal style, understanding negative and positive space, and achieving consistent print quality.
By the end of the course, you and your friends will have created multiple prints and gained the foundational skills needed to continue linoleum block printing independently.
Join Victoria and see how fun and easy it is to make custom prints!
AGES 16+
COST $150 (5 Sessions)
MATERIALS LIST
Don’t purchase materials until after the first class, but if you have supplies, bring them!
5-Class Series, Tuesday Mornings. 9:00a to 11:00a, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1
The Art of Ink: Pen and Brush Techniques at Flower City Arts Center
This four-week class offers an in-depth exploration of pen and ink, as well as brush and ink techniques, using both Walnut ink and India ink. Students will learn the fundamentals of creating dynamic line work, shading, and texture through various approaches, including hatching, cross-hatching, stippling, and washes. Each week will focus on building skills in both mediums, with an emphasis on the unique qualities of Walnut ink’s warm, organic tones and the rich, deep blacks of India ink. By the end of the course, participants will have a solid understanding of the tools and techniques used in traditional ink drawing and the ability to create detailed, expressive artwork using both inks. A suggested materials list will be provided prior to the first class.
Thursdays, February 13, 20, 27, March 6
Register here. Waitlist only.
Intermediate Pastel Painting DAYtime at flower City Arts Center
Designed for artists with a foundational understanding of pastel techniques, this course delves deeper into the art of pastel painting, offering a dynamic exploration of advanced concepts and methods. Participants will refine their skills in layering, blending, and creating texture while also learning to evoke emotion and atmosphere in their compositions. Whether you aspire to elevate your pastel artistry or seek a new challenge, our Intermediate Pastel Painting class is a journey into the nuanced world of pastel expression. A suggested materials list will be provided before the first class.
See Intro to Pastel Painting, below.
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26
Register here.
Oil Painting At The Art Stop
In this class we’ll explore materials, fundamentals, and best practices of oil painting, with an emphasis on direct or “alla prima” techniques. Color mixing and creating a range of colors from a limited palette will be taught. For students with previous experience in color mixing, a more complex palette will be used. Paint from your own sketches, photos, or studio still life. We’ll have demos in each class that will cover various topics such as various ways to start an oil painting, oiling out, stretching a canvas, preparing a panel, glazing, and varnishing.
Daytime Class: 6 week Class $179 Mondays 11:00-1:00
Next Session starts: 2/3/25
Call 585-872-5710 to register.
Evening Class: 6 week Class $179 Mondays 6:00-8:00 $179 2/10/25 -3/24/25, Skip 2/17
Call 585-872-5710 to register.
RMSC Cumming Nature Center Workshops
No more plein air workshops at Cumming Nature Center for 2024, but check back for 2025 options!
Click here to download Sergei Bongart’s notes on painting in a PDF format.