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One of the charming cabins
at Tekarra.
Spirit Island, a favorite
painting spot!
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On the banks of the historic Athabasca River and right across from the imposing Mt. Tekarra is the studio setting for our annual Jasper Workshops. Away from the bustle and noise of town, it is blessed by seclusion and space, comfort and atmosphere---surely an ideal spot for serious artists or those just wanting a painting holiday.
Now in our 17th consecutive year of offering a challenging and refreshing combination of an indoor and outdoor workshops at the Tekarra Lodge in Jasper, Alberta, we provide an opportunity for artists to hone their skills in a resort setting, with professional instruction and criticism. We introduce artists to selected mountain sites and secluded locations where they can paint in peace and comfort every afternoon.
In the fall workshops we include the unique opportunity to paint for a full afternoon at the world renowned "Spirit Island," located a spectacular 45 minute boat ride away, on the magnificent Maligne Lake. And you can never run out of new or different places and things to paint and enjoy---all in beautiful Jasper. Why not take a break and join us this year? You won't be sorry!
See the details below for the when, what, where, and how to register for one of our workshops!
You can click on any image on this page to enlarge it to see our workshop environment and group in action!
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Tom Phillips & Al Butler painting on Lake Athabaska
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Our group, painting at Spirit Island
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Robin Knox & Janine Anselmo painting at Mt. Edith Cavell
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Painting at Mt. Edith Cavell
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Workshop Dates
We hold four 5-day workshops each year, 2 spring and 2 autumn. The dates for each of this year's workshops are:
- May 30 - Jun. 3, 2011
- Jun. 6 - 10, 2011 (if enrollment necessitates)
- Sept. 19 - 23, 2011
- Sept. 26 - Sept. 20, 2011
Each season in the mountains (and therefore each workshop) has its unique appeal. In spring the days are long, the mountains are still topped with winter snow, while the valleys are verdant with the fresh explosion of green.
In Autumn the brilliant colors are some of the finest on the continent, and the days are still warm, albeit shorter.
Both seasons are virtually insect-free, but alive with wildlife of every description. Surely an artist's paradise in every sense of the word.
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Workshop Format
I try not to duplicate what is already out there, but rather provide something a little different -- the emphasis on outdoor painting in a resort setting in the off season at affordable prices. And we design the format to accommodate both professional and novice artists alike.
The daily sessions begin on Monday morning and run from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM daily, with time off for lunch, of course. Demonstrations, exercises, problem solving, critiques, take place in the morning, and location painting at a variety of sites takes place in the afternoon.
The evenings include slides, hikes and more demonstrations, as well as time off for socializing or shopping in town, a short 3/4 mile away.
Overall, the format is designed to be instructive and enjoyable within a pleasant, social, outdoor environment.
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Supplies Required
- tube-type paints, large palette, large brushes, sponge, and a good desk lamp
- backing plywood or coroplast for quarter and half-size sheets of w/c paper
- half and full-size sheets of quality w/c paper, either 140 lb or heavier
- gear for outdoor painting: warm clothing, sunglasses, lawn chair, cushion, stool, water container, sketchbook, pencils, easel, masking tape, camera
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Odds & Ends
The week's activities begin with the hospitality hour on the Sunday night prior to the actual workshop, about 7:30 PM in the hospitality suite above the dining room, at which time we welcome everyone and lay out plans for the week. Most people have checked in by then.
Following that hour, we set up the studio and prepare for an early start on Monday morning, when we get started in earnest at 8:30 sharp.
Coffee and home-baked goodies will be available daily, provided by my wife, Darlene.
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Registration Fees & Info
WORKSHOP FEE: $350.00 Cdn.
Includes five days of instruction, demos, critiques, outings/transportation for location painting, guided hikes in the evenings, home made goodies and coffee daily, and the hospitality hour on the Sunday evening at 7:30 PM, above the dining room--spouses welcome.
Please Note: Workshop fees do not include accommodation. Bookings must be made directly with the Tekarra Lodge. See the Accommodation column on right for more details.
HOW TO REGISTER
To register by regular mail:
- Print out our printable registration form here;
- Fill out the form and, enclosing a deposit of $30.00 by cheque or money order, mail to:
Gregg Johnson
4307 - 117 St. N.W.
Edmonton, Alberta
T6J 1T5
NOTE: All deposits are fully refundable if, for any reason, you are unable to attend the workshop. Please provide sufficient advance notice so that we can place another applicant.
The balance of $300.00 is payable at the workshop.
For more information regarding registration, you can contact me by
- Phone: 780-434-6874
- E-mail:
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Accommodation
Accomodation for our workshops is not included in the Workshop Registration cost, and must be made directly with Tekarra Lodge. Tekarra provides our workshop participants with excellent off-season rates so always mention the workshop when booking accommodations!.
Normally, accommodation is from Sunday evening until Friday noon, but this can be extended a day or two either side at the discounted rate. These extended days must be booked at the time of your initial booking to get the discounted rate!
Below, I've provided some information about Tekarra and ways to contact them. You can also get more info about them by visiting this website. (NOTE: This link will open up a new browser window, which you can close to come back to this page.)
ABOUT TEKARRA LODGE
Tekarra Lodge, ony a 3/4 mile walk from Jasper, is ideally located amidst the splendor of the mountain environment -- majestic peaks, incredible and colorful flora, lakes and waterways, and a variety of indigineous wildlife. It could almost be called a "watercolorist's paradise"!
With individual cabin accommodation (all of which include housekeeping facilities and fireplaces) , it provides superb dining, lounge and leisure facilities, as well as meeting and conference facilities for all our needs.
To book your accommodation for any of our workshops, you can phone their toll free number at 1-888-404-4540.
To get even more information about Tekarra Lodge, you can visit this website. (NOTE: This link will open up a new browser window, which you can close to come back to this page.)
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Each workshop was sold out last year, so don't be disappointed:
REGISTER EARLY!
Both class size and accommodation are limited! |
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