Shirley Bird Wright
Artist and Teacher
509.326.1296 ..... cell 509.981.6811
shirley@shirleywright.com

I have many interest's in life
the Artist in me

Corbin Art Center
Spokane Parks & Recreation Department . - Corbin Art Center 507 W. 7th Ave
Classes and Workshops

509.625.6200 ....... http://www.spokaneparks.org/Recreation/CAC.htm

spring & summer quarters

May 17 ... Sat 9 AM-4 PM - PAINTING SKIES & CLOUDS IN WATERCOLOR ..... 1 day
Shirley Bird Wright. Learn the secrets to easily painting dramatic clouds, sunsets, perfect blue skies and colorful wet on wet skies. Clouds aren't pure white. They reflect the color of the sky and skies aren't simply blue, they're a build up of various tones of blue. Experiment with colors and techniques to learn painting all types of clouds from fluffy bunches to moody storm clouds. Supply list sent. $25

begins .. Apr 7 ...Mon 6-9 PM - ANIMAL PORTRAITS - Paint Your Pet ......6 weeks
Shirley Bird Wright. Learn the basics to painting animals through easy step-by-step techniques that allow you to capture your favorite pet's portrait. Water techniques will be explained, as well as use of color and how to paint textures of your pet so you can paint your pet's portrait in watercolor. $69

begins .. Apr 9 .... Wed 6-9 PM - WATERCOLOR BASICS - and more! .....6 weeks
Shirley Bird Wright. Learn easy step-by-step basics and fundamentals of watercolor including what tools and supplies are used. Part demo and a lot of hands on painting gives you a thorough understanding of this versatile medium. Returning students can bring their own pictures to work from and get help to complete the painting. Supply list sent. $69

begins .. Jun 16 - New!!! ... Mon 6-9 PM WATERCOLOR IN THE GARDEN ..... 8 weeks
Intermediate/Advanced. Shirley Bird Wright. Visit Corbin's grounds for an outdoor watercolor workshop. Students will work from flowers and plants and enjoy "plein air" painting. Composition, color harmony and techniques are discussed along with demonstrations. Bring an easel, drawing board and your camera. $89

Jun 21 ... Sat 9 AM-4 PM - New!!! ... SIMPLE LESSONS ON WATERCOLOR ..... 1 day
Shirley Bird Wright. Learn to keep it simple. With a bit of study you can learn the simple lessons to help you succeed in watercolor. Lessons most easily overlooked are probably the ones that seem the simplest… these pointers can help you come to terms with the wiles of watercolor. Supply list sent. $25

Jul 19 ... Sat 9 AM-4 PM - PEN & INK WITH WATERCOLOR ..... 1 day
Shirley Bird Wright. Learn to define shapes with pen and ink then paint with watercolors. An interesting way to create depth with value changes and learn a variety of brushwork, classes will be part demo and a lot of hands on painting. Supply list sent. $25