Workshop Only, Beyond the Frame with Caitlin Winner
May 8-12, 2025, Painting workshop plus lunch each day (3 days total). Ideal for Atlanta locals or for attendees who would like to plan their own off site lodging. Welcome dinner and course introduction by Caitlin included evening of May 8. Workshop begins on May 9.
Beyond the Frame: Making Immersive Paintings with Photo References
In this three-day workshop, you’ll make an immersive oil painting from your own source photos. Instead of reproducing a photograph, you’ll learn to make intentional decisions about composition, light, and color to support your painting’s narrative.
The workshop will kick off with a welcoming dinner, drinks, and a presentation by Caitlin on her background and current work. Each day will feature a short presentation, followed by a demo and a working session with 1:1 feedback.
On day one, we’ll familiarize ourselves with our reference photos and begin our first pass – painting with loose, intuitive gestures. Over the next two days, we’ll gradually build up the structure of the painting, allowing its internal logic to emerge.
Day two includes an introduction to a drawing transfer technique and a color mixing demo.
On day three, we'll address common pitfalls of working from photo references and we’ll dive deeper into techniques for painting faces and hands. We will end the workshop with supportive group and 1:1 critiques.
About the location: The River House Arts retreat center is located on a unique bend of the Etowah River. The 5-acre property is designed by an artist for artists, as a place to unwind and explore.
Full payment to reserve your spot. No refunds. Travel insurance encouraged.
The River House Arts, 685 Deerfield Dr., Dahlonega, GA 30533