One Day Intemsive - ITALIAN MASTER DRAWING TECHNIQUES - "Tratteggio Incrociata"
With Patrizia Vignola
Saturday, NOV 29 10am-6pm
SCULPTURE CLUB - Figurative Study Goup
Sculpt from a Live Model
New 10-week session starts November 18
Winter session starts in January
Ongoing - New 10 week session starts Nov 20 or 21
Recent Event - PAINTING FLOWERS
Richard Kochenash
OCTOBER 24-26 (Friday-Sunday)

SATURDAY NOV 29, 10am - 6pm
instruction.

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Patrizia Vignola is a native New Yorker now living, teaching, and creating in Minnesota. Her work, often described as contemporary surrealism, is deeply rooted in the techniques and traditions of the Italian and Northern Renaissance Masters—a lifelong influence that continues to shape her artistic language.
From an early age, Patrizia was drawn to the challenge of mastering realism in drawing and painting. In high school, her focus was firmly on the arts, leading her to pursue a BFA, which included a formative period of study in Florence, Italy. There, she immersed herself in the classical methods of the Renaissance, honing the skills that would become the foundation of her practice.
She later earned her MFA from the New York Academy of Art – Graduate School of Figurative Art, where the curriculum emphasized classical training and anatomical study. Notably, she completed three cadaver dissections—far beyond the single required course—demonstrating her deep commitment to understanding the human form.
During graduate school, Patrizia also produced copies of Italian Master drawings for a New York City dealer who specialized in serving a discerning clientele.
Though her current work often ventures beyond tradition, Patrizia never strays far from her classical roots. The foundational techniques she studied so rigorously remain a constant touchstone in her process. Equally passionate about teaching, she finds great fulfillment in sharing her knowledge and nurturing the skills of others.
This workshop focuses on the distinctive drawing techniques used by the Italian Masters to create drawings that embody life, movement, and naturalism.
They built from the “inside out” especially when it came to the human form. Their use of perspective and foreshortening enhances the illusion of depth and three dimensionality. Close attention was paid to how light hits form and the combined application of Sfumato (softening edges), Chiaroscuro (contrast of light and shade) and Tratteggio Incrociato (cross hatching) contribute to the aesthetic characteristics of Italian Master Drawings.
The workshop will place particular focus on developing Tratteggio Incrociato skills—an essential tool the Masters used to guide the viewer’s eye around the form. Students will gain an understanding of and an ability to apply these techniques to their own drawings.

SUPPLY LIST
- Strathmore tinted charcoal paper pad 18” x 24” (or sheets/ at least 2 in any tints,not black or a gray that is too dark, stay in medium value range)
- charcoal pencils (soft, med, hard)
- vine charcoal sticks
- sandpaper charcoal sharpening pad
- Red chalk pencil (suggested Stabilo CarbOthello, Sanguine)
- White Chalk pencil (suggested Stabilo CarbOthello white chalk)
(Conte crayons also OK….NO waxy pencils)
- Kneaded eraser (additional erasers optional)
- Drawing boards (clips to hold paper)
All Images: Patrizia Vignola™
Above: Master Copy after Pontormo

In session now - Next session starts November 18
10 Tuesday evenings 6:30-9:30pm
Spend 10 weeks creating one or more clay figure studies in a supportive environment. No instructor, but if you are new to this we will help you get ready and situated. Always a fun group, with great learning opportunities!
Materials are about $20-$70 depending on what you already have, and which clay you choose.
Fee $225
Questions? Please call or text us!
Lois (612) 801-1053
Armando (651) 270-8983

In session now - Winter Session starts in January
Portrait Sculpture from a Live Model– Instructor Armando Gutiérrez G.
Thursday evenings 6:30-9:30
$395 (No additional model fee)
Aug 21, 28, Sept 4,11,18,25, Oct 2, 9, 16. Please reserve the 23rd also, in case a make-up date is needed.
We will use Plastiline (Oil) Clay. Emphasis on anatomy and proportions, as well as creating a life-like piece with character.
Questions? Please call or text us!
Lois (612) 801-1053
Armando (651) 270-8983

10 Friday morning , 10:30-1:30.
NEW SESSION STARTS NOV 20 OR 21
Copy a Plaster Cast in Clay - Instructor: Lois Rhomberg
Deep-dive into observation, measurements, and sculpture skills by copying an existing Plaster Sculpture in earth or plasticene clay.
This project is a good starting place for those with less experience, and great practice for those with more.
Final piece can be fired if you use earth clay, and kept as is or molded if you use plasticene.
The cost for materials depends on your choice of clay and project - get in touch for more info!
Questions? Please call or text us!
Lois (612) 801-1053
Armando (651) 270-8983