Melanie Delgado

CLASSES and WORKSHOPS ⬇️

IN PERSON & ONLINE

Abstract Painting classes & workshops at the gorgeous Woodstock School of Art in Woodstock, NY.

In person:

(Every week / ongoing)

Wednesday’s from 5-8pm $172 for 4 consecutive classes.

Working with a variety of materials, students will create multiple works of abstract art. Classroom discussion and instructor demos will support new as well as seasoned artists to find a place to start. Mark making, blind drawing, collage concepts, and color combinations will be encouraged. This class will focus on the joy and playfulness of art making.

Online:

(September- March)

Monday’s 10am-11am EST (live & recorded, so you can attend & watch the class anytime) $130

Each session Delgado will guide artists through an exploration of materials, demonstrations, optional homework and critiques. New as well as seasoned artists will be introduced to a variety of exercises that will provide other methods and inspiration on starting and completing a new painting.

UPCOMING Workshops in person at WSA

One day- 9am-4pm, $153

February 22, 2025 (Abstract Sketchbook)

Participants will create works of art inside of a sketchbook. A sketchbook is place to play with new ideas that could lead to new projects.

Students will learn how to:
Collect, create & use materials in a sketchbook
Identify strong compositions
Make original abstract marks
Design patterns
Draw new shapes
Gain confidence in a regular art practice

Instructor will guide student in warm up exercises in a sketchbook, these warms up can lead to other works such as a painting. Multiple demonstrations, group discussions and critiques.

Suitable for all levels, no experience necessary! Ages 18+

May 3 & 4, 2025 (R&F pigment sticks)

$270 + Lab fee $60 = $330

Have you been wanting to try R&F Pigment Sticks? Here is your chance! In this weekend workshop Instructor Melanie Delgado leads students through creating abstract works with R&F Pigments Sticks.

The workshop gives students access to the full color line of over 100 pigment sticks to use. This workshop is great for anyone curious about oil paint, especially using R&F Pigment Sticks. Delgado will lead painters through an exploration, tips & tricks and the beauty of creating with these superior oil sticks.

Suitable for all levels, no experience necessary! Ages 18+

September 27 & 28, 2025

November 22 & 23, 2025

Working with a variety of materials, students will create multiple works of abstract art. Classroom discussion and instructor demos will support new as well as seasoned artists to find a place to start. Mark making, collage concepts, and color combinations will be encouraged. This workshop will focus on the joy and playfulness of art making.

Students will gain confidence through experimenting with new & familiar materials and exercises.

Suitable for all levels, no experience necessary! Ages 18+

Two day- 9-4pm

$262 (2 full days 9am-4pm)

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