Weekly BobBlast Issue 437
Best of BobBlast
Drawing the Undraped Model - a Burridge Studio Workshop

Welcome Back to Another BobBlast!
We just finished our Burridge Studio Workshop schedule for 2022! We are excited to have a new schedule for 2023 which includes these favorites:
•Four Studio Mentor
•Two 5-day Instructional
•One 4-day Figure
Check our website for more details - click here!

This Best of BobBlast is about drawing and painting the undraped model in my studio in Arroyo Grande, California. These Studio Workshops are painters' retreats that push you out of your safe zone and into a brand new looser, abstract direction of drawing and painting the human form.

Imagine a small gathering of painters - all levels - practicing their drawing skills with live, professional models. Skill level is not required… what is encouraged is a passion to draw and experiment with a variety of materials.

In this BobBlast, I show you some of the materials I use to draw. I start with a mid-tone of grey all over the surface. But why? Simply… because I’m halfway done even before I begin drawing!

For drawings, I use Three Values: Black, Grey and White. One of my favorite ways to start is with a toned grey sketch paper, like Strathmore Toned Gray pad. These papers are also available in different grays as well as tan. If the paper is already gray, you’re halfway there! All you need to do is sketch with black and white. I use black charcoal, black pastel and white pastel. The mid-tone has already been established by the color of the paper.

Watch the demo - I also show you some special effects we do in this Studio Workshop - watercolor washes on top of drawings on BFK Rives paper, charcoal drawing on a canvas, drawing with Derwent InkTense Pencils and Blocks and paint sketching.

And lastly… one of my favorite books for drawing the figure is Henry Yan’s Figure Drawing - Techniques and Tips. Wow! Can he draw! Very disciplined, yet powerful. He does workshops, so check him out.

Thanks for watching and now let’s get your hands dirty!

4-day Contemporary Figure Painting Workshop in Bob’s Studio 
July 6-9, 2023
Click here for more details!
contact kate@robertburridge.com
Prefer Online Workshops?
Imagine… no travel expenses, hotel stays and restaurant dining!
We have several online Figure Workshops coming up!
•Drawing & Painting the Figure with Motion and Emotion
November 18-20, 2022
Model Pash, undraped and costumed
Click here for info & registration info

•Abstract Figurative
April 28-30, 2023 & September 29-October 1, 2023
Sponsored by the Sedona Arts Center

2 Very Cool Online Workshops in December!
Color Lesson: Making and Using Neutrals in your Painting
December 2-3, 2022
•Color Combinations • Color Mixing • How to Make and Use Neutrals
Click here for more info!
and
Painting with Dry Pigments 
December 10-11, 2022
Learn how to create a singular!
Sponsored by the Mendocino Art Center
Click here for more info

Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California
Studio Mentor • Five Day • Figure Painting Workshops
Mentor - March 16-19, 2023
5-day Abstract Mixed Media - June 26-30, 2023
4-day Figure Drawing & Painting - July 6-9, 2023
Studio Mentor • 5 Day Instructional • 4 Day Figure Painting Workshops
The Entire 2023 Studio Workshop Schedule is on our website!

February 17-24, 2023
Abstract Acrylic Painting Workshop in the Bahamas
Dillman's Creative Arts Retreat is offering a fantastic painting experience
with Bob in Elbow Cay in the Abacos, Bahamas.
Contact Dillman’s - (715) 588-3143 or art@dillmans.com
Click here for more info!
Click here for a PDF Flyer

Join Bob in Mexico! • January 21-28, 2023 
Casa de Los Artistas - Boca de Tomatlán
Contact Robert Masla, (413) 625-8382
Click here for more info

Enjoying watching Bob's Demos? Join Bob Online!
•November 14, 2022
“Varnishes & Mediums”
•December 13, 2022
“Painting a Wine Bottle with 3 Strokes”

Interested in a Non-Objective Mixed Media Painting Workshop?
•January 14-15, 2023
Non-Objective Mixed Media Painting - ONLINE WORKSHOP
contact register@mendocinoartcenter.org
Click here for more info
• and •
•April 22-23, 2023
Non-Objective Mixed Media PaintingONLINE WORKSHOP
Click here for more info

Online Workshops - Paint with BOB!
•Drawing & Painting the Figure with Motion and Emotion - Nov 18-20, 2022
•Making & Using Neutral Colors in your Paintings - Dec 2-3, 2022
•Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting - March 3-4, 2023
•Non-Objective Mixed Media - April 22-23, 2023
click here for more info

Burridge Critiques Your Art
Online honest critiques • Private one-on-one
Critiques • Coaching • Comments • Suggestions
Click here for more information!

Burridge Available ArtWork - For sale on our website
New Available Work and Small Original Paint Sketches!
Thanks again for watching and telling your friends! All my BobBlasts are archived on my website and my YouTube Channel. We post new studio tips weekly that offer real content, substance and useful techniques that work for me. And they're free! We appreciate your interest, questions, comments and support!

Below is a list of featured workshops - but did you know that I also offer private sessions in my studio and online? Perfect for beginners who want a crash course in watercolor or acrylic or for artists who are designing an exhibit and want to bounce ideas for content and techniques. I devote 100% of my studio time to you! Designed for 1 to 3 people - if you are interested or have questions, email kate@robertburridge.com

Our most current Workshop Schedule!
Paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, California!
Mentor, 5-day Instructional, Figure Painting and One-on-One Workshops
Click here for more info.
Contact Kate@robertburridge.com for questions.

•November 14, 2022
Demos in BobLand
Monthly Demos - Online Zoom Demo!

•November 18-20, 2022
Drawing & Painting the Figure with Motion and Emotion - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio
Click here for more info

•December 2-3, 2022
Color Lesson: Making and Using Neutrals in your Paintings - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio
Click here for more info

•December 10-11, 2022
Painting with Dry Pigments - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Mendocino Art Center
Contact the registrar (707) 937-5818
Click here for more info

•January 14-15, 2023
Non-Objective Mixed Media Painting - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Mendocino Art Center
Contact the registrar (707) 937-5818
or register@mendocinoartcenter.org

•January 21-28, 2023
Tropical Escapaint!
Abstract Acrylic & Collage in Mexico
Casa de Los Artistas
Boca de Tomatlan, 10 miles South of Puerto Vallarta 
Contact Robert Masla, (413) 625-8382
Click here for more info

•February 6-8, 2023
Contemporary Abstract Figure Painting & Collage - IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
Art Center Sarasota, Sarasota FL
Contact Jane Harris, Education Director
jane@artsarasota.org or call (941) 365-2032
Click here for more info

•February 9-11, 2023
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage - IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
Art Center Sarasota, Sarasota FL
Contact Jane Harris, Education Director
jane@artsarasota.org or call (941) 365-2032
Click here for more info

•February 17-24, 2023
Abstract Acrylic Painting Workshop in the Bahamas
Elbow Cay in the Abacos, Bahamas
Sponsored by Dillman's Creative Arts Retreat
Contact Dillman’s (715) 588-3143 or art@dillmans.com
Click here for more info

•March 3-4, 2023
Color Lesson: Making and Using Neutrals in your Paintings - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio
Click here for more info

•March 16-19, 2023
Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop
Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA
(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)
4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees
Contact kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.
Click HERE for more info.

•March 26-31, 2023
Kanuga Watermedia Workshops - IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
Contact watermediaworkshops@protonmail.com or (828) 278-0193
Click here for more info and to register

•April 22-23, 2023
Non-Objective Mixed Media - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by Robert Burridge Studio
Click here for more info

•April 28-30, 2023
Abstract Figurative - ONLINE WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Sedona Arts Center
Contact (888) 954-4442 or (928) 282-3809

•May 22-26, 2023
Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage - IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
Hudson Valley Art Workshops, Greenville, NY
Contact Kim LaPolla (518) 966-5219 or (888) 665-0044
Click here for more info

For more 2023 Workshop Dates click here!
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Best of BobBlast - Drawing the Undraped Model
a Burridge Studio Workshop
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