Cathy Nicholson is an educator and the founder of Hollyhock Studio. She
is also an artist who is committed to presenting workshops in a variety of art
media. All workshops follow a standard framework that is based on
strong educational methods. Finally, Hollyhock Studio is located on
five beautiful acres near downtown Ashland, Oregon which provides great inspiration for
the artistic senses.
Hollyhock Studio seeks Presenting Artists who
normally do not reside in Southern Oregon’s Rogue Valley. Our local
area is home to a large number of accomplished artists; many have expressed a
desire for a fresh look at art study. The chosen Presenting Artists
have demonstrated exceptional talent in their field and possess strong
instructional skills. Hollyhock Studio works collaboratively with
the Presenting Artist to develop a unique workshop experience for both the
participants and the artist.
Hollyhock Studio organizes all workshops that
follow a similar format:
- The workshop is geared for small groups, no more than 8
students, and abilities are matched to the curriculum of the
workshop.
- Pre workshop activities are included which support the
technical concepts of the workshop curriculum. Students are also
invited to submit a pre workshop activity so serve as a baseline for post
workshop growth. The artist instructor will use this sample work to
fine-tune the workshop curriculum.
- A Meet and Greet Artist reception, including snacks and
drinks, provides students the opportunity to make connections prior to the
workshop. The Artist will provide personal information, including
the art philosophy and growth as an artist. Following the
presentation the artist will present a demonstration as a preview to the
workshop or other presentation that relates to their body of work or a
preview of the workshop.
- Cathy will start each day with a series of mini lessons
that support the workshop curriculum or other topics.
- Over three days (six hours; five hours of instruction
& one hour for lunch) Artists/Instructors demonstrate technical
concepts and then actively participates in guided practice providing one
on one instruction and positive feedback.
- Participants can expect morning snacks and drinks as
well as a delicious lunch, which is served on Cathy’s deck overlooking a
beautiful valley.
- The workshop experience culminates with a post workshop
session, which gives the participants opportunities to apply some of the
newly found techniques.
Hollyhock Studio is committed to bringing quality educational
opportunities to artists of all levels and mediums.