- $675
Rush Hollow Studio 2026 Spring Flower Drawing Workshop
Drawing is the backbone of painting
Despite their delicate appearance, spring flowers are powerfully designed pieces of living architecture. In this class, we will study their essential geometric structure using graphite and charcoal.
The slow investigation of form through drawing is one of the most satisfying experiences one can have as an artist. This practice is also an essential part of preparation for a painting. In this class we will cover the basic technical skills needed to approach this complex subject. For extra inspiration, flowers used in this class will be chosen by students from the garden here at Rush Hollow Studio!
The limited class size will ensure a supportive group experience with plenty of individual instruction.
This two day class is the perfect preparation for “Spring Flower Painting Workshop”.
All Supplies Provided
We'll stock the class supplies you need to minimize the hassle and expense of bringing your own. The materials list includes the following:
Indoor easels, tables, lights, vases, flowers, paper, pencils, charcoal, erasers.
You may also choose to bring your own outdoor easel and any other favorite materials as well.
We'll provide a light lunch each day.
Personal exploration in a small, supportive environment
To ensure you receive individual guidance, we limit the class size to ten students. This also provides an intimate and supportive environment for exploration.
Sources of inspiration at Rush Hollow Studio
Rush Hollow Studio is tucked into the rolling countryside of southwestern Vermont near the New York State border. This whole area provides rich inspiration for painting, drawing, and other creative pursuits. A creek with several small waterfalls, farm fields, woods, gardens, and wildlife habitat are all within walking distance of the barn.
Traveling with a cyclist?
The riding around Rush Hollow Studio is superb.
If you will be traveling with someone who likes to ride bikes, Parker can serve up daily rides, short or long, flat or hilly, slow or as fast as he can go. Whether it's riding on the local paved roads, gravel roads, or MTB trails, cycling around southwestern Vermont and upstate New York is fantastic.
Getting to Rush Hollow
The studio is within driving distance of both Boston and New York (but a world away!). Click on this link for information about traveling by car, rail, or air: Traveling to Rush Hollow
Consider Bardwell Farm, walking distance (less than a mile) from our place, has two Airbnb listings, Pond Cottage and Smithy Cottage.
There are many wonderful places to stay in the towns of Dorset (just 15 minutes away) and Manchester (a scenic 30-minute drive). Below are links to nearby accommodations as well as a sampling of restaurants and cafes:
If you have questions about anything, including logistics, please feel free to email us any time.
Cheers,
Kathy & Parker
A Welcoming Community
To ensure everyone gets personal attention, we are capping the class enrollment at eight students. Register as soon as possible to save your spot.
We invite all students to join the dedicated online community reserved for workshop participants. The community forum will make it easy for you to share your work, ask questions, and stay in touch with your fellow students after the class.
We understand that life can get in the way of even the best-laid plans. If your life circumstances change, you may request a full refund up until March 14, 2026, after which you can receive a credit towards our online courses or a future workshop at RushHollow Studio.