Painting a bowl of mandarins with gouache
Hi! I'm Craig, a painter and art teacher from California, and I help people of all backgrounds rediscover their creativity through simple, mindful daily painting.
I want to invite you to my free beginner-friendly workshop where weâll walk through the fundamentals of painting with gouacheâstarting with something as simple and beautiful as a bowl of mandarins.
đď¸ Wednesday, August 13thÂ
đ°ď¸ 7 PM PDT (LA Time)
This is more than a lessonâitâs an invitation to slow down, observe the world around you, and learn to translate it onto your canvas.
â¨Â Donât miss the session: Iâve got a surprise for you! đ
 (If you can't attend on this date, you can still register and I will send you an email with the replay of the session)
IN THIS ARTÂ WORKSHOPÂ YOU'LL LEARN:
 đ How to draw a simple bowl with depth and proportion.
đ How to approach painting with gouache, even if itâs your first time.
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đ How to work with color, shape, and light to bring still life to life.
RESERVE MY SEAT
THIS WORKSHOP IS A MUST-ATTEND IF:
Youâve always wanted to paint but thought you didnât have the talentâor that you started too late.
You want to learn how to observe the beauty of the ordinary and translate it into art.
Youâre craving a creative outlet that fits into your everyday life, without pressure or perfection.
Youâre a self-taught artist looking to solidify your technique and bring more intention to your work.
...and the list goes on and on! Over the years, Iâve met students from all walks of life, and they all share one thing: a desire to reconnect with their creativity and see the world through new eyes.
Thereâs nothing I enjoy more than helping students like you pick up a brush and begin. Thatâs why Iâm incredibly excited to offer this free workshopâto give you the tools, confidence, and inspiration to start painting today.
If youâre ready to take that first step, I promise: youâll walk away with new skills, new perspectives, and maybe even a new favorite medium.
So, what are you waiting for? Click below to reserve your spot for free. Iâll see you there!
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Hey there!
My name is Craig, I was born in Sacramento, California in 1963 and grew up in the foothill town of Weimar. I attended American River College before transferring to UC Davis, where I earned my B.A. in Art Studio in 1993. During my undergraduate years, I had the privilege of studying under Gary Pruner, Roy DeForest, David Hollowell, and Wayne Thiebaud. In 1996, I began teaching high school art classes at Chana High School in Auburn, California.
Since 2006, Iâve committed to completing a small painting nearly every day, sharing my work through my Instagram feed. Iâve found that the daily practice of painting aligns perfectly with my disposition and artistic sensibility.
Today, I live in Auburn, California, with my wonderful wife and amazing children. My works are held in private and corporate collections across North America and Europe.
I really hope youâll take advantage of this free opportunity to explore the foundations of gouache painting in a relaxed, hands-on way. Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or looking to refine your skills, this session is for you. If you have any questions, feel free to send me an email at xxxxx or reach out on Instagram at @craigstephensart.
See you at the easel!
Craig đ¨
