This 4-day workshop for the experienced watercolour painter will draw upon maritime subject matter from abundant natural vistas and architectural vignettes on location in and around Lunenburg, focusing specifically on boats, seascape, waterfront scenes, etc. In the event of inclement weather, indoor painting will employ photographs of the same variety of inspiring subjects.

Dates: August 13-16, 2007 (4-day)

Time: 9:30-3:30

Place: Various locations around Lunenburg and Lincoln Street Studio, Lunenburg

Tuition: $235.00 Cdn.

Supply List: List will be sent after registration or available, upon request, beforehand enrolment.

Skill Level: Advanced beginner and beyond.

Notes: Maximum enrolment 10 people. Camera recommended. Pack all-weather gear (hat for sun, jacket for cool sea breeze, etc.) Ask about box easels for loan.

Frans Aeyelts' varied catalog of work reveals his interest and skill in conveying depth and perspective in his paintings. As a Lunenburg artist, the Maritime subjects which make up the majority of his material reveal a passionate interest in interpreting the light, colour and design of the local environment. A graduate of the School of Applied Printing and Graphic Design in Utrecht, the Netherlands, and art instructor at Nova Scotia College of Art and Design and various community centers, Frans’ teaching emphasizes drawing and painting technique as well as the development of sharp observational skills.

See more of Frans Aeyelts’ work at: www.fransaeyelts.com