Marvin Mattelson Atlanta Portrait Artist Lecture Series

For the Next Two Weeks, the Hottest Thing in Atlanta May Not Be the Temp!

The above portrait, of model Catherine Pica, painted during last years Atlanta Portrait Artist Workshop, by my student Marybeth Lumley. As previously announced, I'll be returning to lead a two-week workshop in Atlanta from July 9th through the 21st. When I do my out-of-NYC workshops, I schedule my lectures in the evenings and on the intervening Sunday. This way I can cover valuable information without taking away from model painting time. The lectures are free for my workshop students, are also available to the public for the cost of $25.00 each. All lectures are geared towards oil portrait painters, though the underlying concepts and information can easily be applied to any genre of painting.

All lectures will be held at Binders Art Supplies & Framing, 3330 Piedmont Rd. Suite 18 Atlanta, GA 30305. For anyone interested in attending the workshop, there is still space available. You can also to audit the workshop.

Color Theory with Marvin Mattelson

All Levels | Price: $25 | Tue. July 10, 5:30-8pmMarvin Mattelson will break down conventional notions of color theory and explain a more accurate, efficient and concise way to think about color. He will dispel a number of popularly held misconceptions that can handcuff an artists ability to be in control of their color mixing. He will explain how to easily analyze any color you see and then mix it repeatedly with consistent results.

Flesh-tone Palette Mix with Marvin Mattelson

All Levels | Price: $25 | Wed. July 11, 5:30-8pmMarvin Mattelson will demonstrate his unique palette arrangement for painting stunning life-like translucent skin tones. Marvin will mix up all the colors he uses to paint the flesh tones in his realistic portraits. This palette can accommodate any type of complexion coloration, regardless of ethnicity, age or health. Though not necessary, it would be very helpful for students to have attended the previous nights lecture on color theory.

Everything I know about painting I learned at the Met with Marvin Mattelson

All Levels | Price: $25 | Sun. July 15, 2-5pmSlide/power point lecture which will explain the historical precedents behind the teachings of Marvin Mattelson. He will analyze a number of portraits-both refined and painterly-from the permanent collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. He will explain how each artist, while maintaining their own stylistic integrity, used the same thought process. He will also show examples of artists who lacked this type of strategic thinking and what the consequences were. Marvin will also discuss how he has been able to integrate this understanding into his portrait painting commissions.

Modeling Factors with Marvin Mattelson

All Levels | Price: $25 | Tues. July 17, 5:30-8pmThis lecture covers the transition of values which characterize the effects that light has on three-dimensional objects, from the deepest shadow accents through to the brightest highlights. Understanding these modeling factors and their interrelationships will allow you to visually represent solid form in a far more convincing way, regardless of your subject.

Promotion and Marketing with Marvin Mattelson

All Levels | Price: $25 | Thurs. July 19, 5:30-8pmMarvin Mattelson will explain a very simple, logical and effective way to promote yourself in the world of portraiture. Topics covered will include portfolio set-up, cards, contracts, agents, galleries, shows, fees, establishing an online presence and strategies for getting your work out in the public eye. You have the option to bring your current portfolio, promotional materials and questions.

Hope to see y'all there!

Marvin Mattelson is now conducting his classes and workshops online in Full HD 1080p through his Fine Art Portrait Academy. For further information, or to register for an upcoming offering, please follow this link to his teaching page.

Until next time…