A Painting Tour of Croatia
Sep
9
to Sep 18

A Painting Tour of Croatia

  • Winona, MN, 55987 United States (map)
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Slikamilina Painting Tours has been in business since 2008. We offer 7 or 10 day holidays on the island of Korcula and Village of Cavtat,  Croatia, on the Adriatic Sea. These all inclusive painting tours (except air fare from home country) are led by tour operators and accompanied by one of our accomplished watercolour, oil, or pastel artists who have exhibited and have many years experience. From beginner to experienced painters and non-painting partners, all are welcome on this niche tour destination!

Slikamilina Painting Tours is the only customized tour company that welcomes painters at all levels to Croatia. Come experience beauty, traditional cuisine,  and hospitality that sets Croatia as a painters destination of choice for their creative and learning holidays. We are making plans for a Croatia painting tour. Mark you calendars and start saving.

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Fall 2024 Watercolor Classes - Wednesday's for 8 weeks
Sep
11
to Nov 6

Fall 2024 Watercolor Classes - Wednesday's for 8 weeks

Have you ever wanted to learn how to paint with watercolor, but were afraid to give it a try? Now is your chance to learn! 

Kathy Kovala, a professional watercolor artist, will start her lessons at the Hanover City Hall, 11250 5th St NE, Hanover, MN 55341. Patterns will be available from Kathy if you wish.Call Kathy Kovala at 715-360-9929 for more information. A supply list is available upon registration. $40 per 3 hour class. I need a min of 6 students, max of 10. Go to kathykovala.com for more information and Facebook page Kathykovala/Artist Instructor or email Kathykovalawatercolor@gmail.com

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3-Day Beginners Workshop - Aug 27-29
Aug
29
9:30 AM09:30

3-Day Beginners Workshop - Aug 27-29

WANT TO LEARN HOW TO PAINT WITH WATERCOLORS BUT WEEKENDS DON’T WORK FOR YOU? Kathy Kovala of Otsego has found a way to fit into her schedule a Watercolor Workshop for the Beginners that fits 6 weeks of classes 3 days - August 27, 28 & 29

The 3-day Workshop is $300. If you pay the entire fee by August 1, it is $260. It runs from 9:30 until 3:30 with half hour lunch

After you register, I will be sending you a supply sheet, I will go over the sheet with you. Generally we order the supplies as a group, but since we will be starting right away, we will be discussing how to purchase supplies, care for brushes, select paper, we will have to improvise for those who won’t have everything.   I can squeeze colors on paper trays and charge per day for colors used, or I have a few palettes available for purchase. I have some sets of brushes for beginners.  Our lessons will be studying the tools, tricks and characteristics of the medium.  Practicing the brush strokes, washes, terminology, techniques and so much more.  Design elements are also included and making value sketches and color theory touched upon.  I know you will have a good foundation to build on with this beginner’s class! Trust me it is better with Basics!

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Zoom Watercolor Class - Subject TBD
Aug
13
2:00 PM14:00

Zoom Watercolor Class - Subject TBD

  • Winona, MN, 55987 United States (map)
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My 3rd summer Zoom class of 2024 from Minnesota will be on Tuesday August 13th. The subject will be determined after the class on July 24th. The class costs $40 and is payable to me by Venmo, Zelle, Paypal or personal check. 
Please register via phone call to 715-360-9929 or via reply email so I can send you the pattern and the Zoom invite. You can get into the Zoom at 1:30pm CST (9:30am HST) while we set up but class will start at 2pm.
I recommend you use 140 lb cold press Arches paper. Hope to hear from you!

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Zoom Watercolor Class - Vase with Flowers
Jul
24
2:00 PM14:00

Zoom Watercolor Class - Vase with Flowers

  • Winona, MN, 55987 United States (map)
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My 2nd summer Zoom class of 2024 from Minnesota will be on Wednesday, July 24th. We will be painting Flowers in a Vase inspired from the painting shown here. The class costs $40 and is payable to me by Venmo, Zelle, Paypal or personal check. 
Please register via phone call to 715-360-9929 or email me so I can send you the pattern and the Zoom invite. You can get into the Zoom at 1:30pm CST (9:30am HST) while we set up but class will start at 2pm CST.
I recommend you use 140 lb cold press Arches paper. Hope to hear from you!

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Zoom Watercolor Class - Cabin with Flowers - Sat, July 13th
Jul
13
2:00 PM14:00

Zoom Watercolor Class - Cabin with Flowers - Sat, July 13th

  • Zoom - Contact Kathy for more info (map)
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My first summer Zoom class of 2024 from Minnesota will be on Saturday, July 13th. We will be painting an Cabin with Flowers inspired from the photo shown here. The class costs $40 and is payable to me by Venmo, Zelle, Paypal or personal check. 
Please register via phone call to 715-360-9929 or via reply email so I can send you the pattern and the Zoom invite. You can get into the Zoom at 1:30pm CST (9am HST) while we set up but class will start a t2pm.
This will be easy to paint as it requires so few colors. I recommend you use 140 lb cold press Arches paper. Hope to hear from you!

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Spring 2024 Watercolor Classes in Hanover, MN
May
8
to Jun 26

Spring 2024 Watercolor Classes in Hanover, MN

Have you ever wanted to learn how to paint with watercolor,
but were afraid to give it a try? Now is your chance to learn! 

Kathy Kovala, a professional watercolor artist, has moved into the area and will start her lessons at the Hanover City Hall, 11250 5th St NE, Hanover, MN 55341.
Beginners 12:30 until 3:30: Students who have never had a lesson or supplies are urged to join this class, as it is where you learn about supplies, testing brushes, beginning washes, terminology for painters and will do paintings using many techniques.Intermediate/Advanced Class  9 until 12:00:  (Those who have had a class previously) will be doing some work on making value studies, try some plein-air painting in the close vicinity of the City Hall and make a green color chart.  Patterns will be available from Kathy if you wish.

Call Kathy Kovala at 715-360-9929 for more information. A supply list is available upon registration. $40 per 3 hour class. I need a min of 6 students, max of 10.

Go to kathykovala.com for more information and Facebook page Kathykovala/Artist Instructor or email Kathykovalawatercolor@gmail.com

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Designing Your Way to Successful Paintings - 3 Day Workshop Kauai, HI
Apr
5
to Apr 7

Designing Your Way to Successful Paintings - 3 Day Workshop Kauai, HI

  • KSA Gallery in Kukio Grove Center (map)
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You are probably saying to yourself?  Why would I take a class on design when I’m barely able to draw and paint?  I found out some suggestions in my years of teaching watercolor and rosemaling.  If you know a few design principles…all painting mediums, weaving, quilting, stained glass, whatever you do looks better, and your results are more satisfying.

You know the old saying “a picture is worth a thousand words!” I seem to learn by seeing and doing and not reading, so I invented my own way to get it across, and it seems to work!  I will show you examples to simplify the rules and how to adapt them to your creations.  Here are some of the comments I’ve had from participants...”I had this in college, but I never made sense of it till now!” I went to Arizona and used it in my stain glass class, I formed my patterns using the ideas you gave me, and they worked!”  A student took the class and went back to her painting group and 16 of them arrived for their own special session!

Don’t miss this opportunity, it will allow you to compose from your own photos, and make your ideas become the artwork you envisioned.

To Register call 715-360-9929 Fee $275.00 for 3 days. $50.00 Registration fee required: more information upon registration.  Downpayment can be sent to me by Venmo, Zelle, PayPal. or personal check mailed to Kathy Kovala c/o S.Dubey – 6528 Kalama Rd.  Kapaa, HI 96746.

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Watercolor Zoom Class with Kathy - Water Lily
Mar
22
9:30 AM09:30

Watercolor Zoom Class with Kathy - Water Lily

The next Zoom class of 2024 from Kauai will be on Saturday, March 23rd. We will be painting an Water Lily inspired from the photo shown here. The class costs $40 and is payable to me by Venmo, Zelle, Paypal or personal check. 
Please register via phone call to 715-360-9929 or via reply email so I can send you the pattern and the Zoom invite. You can get into the Zoom at 9am HST (2pm CST) while we set up but class will start at 9:30.
This will be easy to paint as it requires so few colors. I recommend you use 140 lb cold press Arches paper. Hope to hear from you!

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Zoom Watercolor Class - "Mountain Stream"
Mar
16
9:30 AM09:30

Zoom Watercolor Class - "Mountain Stream"

  • Winona, MN, 55987 United States (map)
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The 3rd Zoom class of 2024 from Kauai will be on Saturday, March 16th. We will be painting an Mountain Stream inspired from the photo shown here. The class costs $40 and is payable to me by Venmo, Zelle, Paypal or personal check. 
Please register via phone call to 715-360-9929 or via reply email so I can send you the pattern and the Zoom invite. You can get into the Zoom at 9am HST (2pm CST) while we set up but class will start at 9:30.
This will be easy to paint as it requires so few colors. I recommend you use 140 lb cold press Arches paper. Hope to hear from you!

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Watercolor Zoom Class with Kathy - Tropical Boaters 3/2/24 9:30 HST
Mar
2
9:30 AM09:30

Watercolor Zoom Class with Kathy - Tropical Boaters 3/2/24 9:30 HST

Here’s the 2nd Zoom of the year. We will be painting a version of the photo of tropical boaters. The class costs $40 and is payable to me by Venmo, Zelle, Paypal or personal check. 
Please register via phone call to 715-360-9929 or via reply email so I can send you the pattern and the Zoom invite. You can get into the Zoom at 9am HST (1pm CST) while we set up but class will start at 9:30.
This will be easy to paint as it requires so few colors. I recommend you use 140 lb cold press Arches paper. Hope to hear from you!

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KSA Spring Show
Mar
1
to Mar 29

KSA Spring Show

  • KSA - Kauai Society of Artists (map)
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I have entered 2 watercolor originals and they are being displayed at the KSA Spring Art Show.

More info at: https://www.kauaisocietyofartists.org/

Friday, 3/2 - Spring Show Opens 
Saturday 3/2 - Friday 3/29 - Spring Show
Friday, 3/22 Awards / Closing Reception & KSA Annual Meeting - including People's Choice Award

KSA is located in Kukui Grove Center
3-2600 Kaumaulii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766
E8 next to Foot Locker!

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Watercolor Zoom Class with Kathy - African Violet on 2/17/24
Feb
17
9:30 AM09:30

Watercolor Zoom Class with Kathy - African Violet on 2/17/24

I thought it was time to offer my first Zoom class of 2024 from Kauai on Saturday, February 17th. We will be painting an African Violet still life. The class costs $40 and is payable to me by Venmo, Zelle, Paypal or personal check. 
Please register via phone call to 715-360-9929 or via reply email so I can send you the pattern and the Zoom invite. You can get into the Zoom at 9am HST (1pm CST) while we set up but class will start at 9:30.
This will be easy to paint as it requires so few colors. I recommend you use 140 lb cold press Arches paper. Hope to hear from you!

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8-Week Watercolor Classes
Sep
6
to Oct 25

8-Week Watercolor Classes

I'm starting another weekly Watercolor classes on Wednesday, Sept 6th at the Hanover City Hall (It’s not far from Rogers at 11250 5th St NE, Hanover, MN 55341).

The class will start at 9am until noon. Please contact me about the cost.

Patterns will be available. A supply list is available upon registration. I need a minimum of 6 students, maximum of 10.

Let me know if you're interested, if you need more information or have any questions. The photo below shows my class from last fall - we had an amazing time!

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Beginning Watercolor Class - 6-sessions - Monday mornings
Oct
3
to Nov 14

Beginning Watercolor Class - 6-sessions - Monday mornings

  • Rogers Senior Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Have you ever wanted to learn how to paint with watercolor, but were afraid to give it a try? Well, here’s your chance. Start lessons at the Roger’s Senior Center on Monday October 3. Beginners will start on at 9 am until 12, pm. Just bring yourself and an open mind, we will talk about how to test brushes, choose paper and paint, and share in purchasing supplies to get started. Cost of the class is $240 for 18 hours of instruction. Call Kathy at 715-360-9929 to register or for more information. A supply list will be provided upon registration.

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2022 Bluff Country Art Tour - Winona, MN
Apr
22
to Apr 24

2022 Bluff Country Art Tour - Winona, MN

  • Ridgeview Event Center at Garvin Hts Winery (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Check out my Bluff Country Studio Art Tour page: bluffcountrystudioarttour.org/project/kathy-kovala

I will be showing and selling my work in the Ridgeview Event Center at the Garvin Heights Winery - 2255 Garvin Hts Rd, Winona, MN 55987. Get Directions. See the tour map.

Learn more at: https://bluffcountrystudioarttour.org/

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