Whiting Studios

09/22/2018

A new painting workshop with acrylics for beginner and intermediate level students starts Thurs Nov. 1st, 1:30 - 3:30 for six weeks (no class Nov 22nd) on the UNF campus in the OLLI program. This course includes simplified color theory, basic brushwork, how to choose colors successfully, producing visual and physical textures with acrylics, creating successful compositions, painting demonstrations and especially, learning by doing! Drawing skills not required. Bring any photos for use as reference or use photos provided in class. Preregistration is required. For registration, please contact the UNF Campus OLLI programs at 904-620-4200. Class size is limited. If the course is full, please call me at 904-234-1422 for information about additional workshops coming up. For more information visit my website at www.whitingstudios.com -- Anthony Whiting

03/11/2018

To learn why Anthony has been designated as one of the top 9 out of 178 instructors in Jacksonville please visit my website www.whitingstudios.com.

Prohibited during classes: producing masterpieces! Classes are for learning, learning, learning. But, students are encouraged to produce masterpieces after classes, to be reviewed in a subsequent class if they wish, or, at any time after the course ends -- yes, even months after. A list of paint colors and materials can be found on my website by scrolling down on the “CLASSES” tab.

01/16/2018

A new acrylics painting course by instructor Anthony Whiting has just started at University of North Florida OLLI program. I am now planning locations and contents of further painting courses this Spring so if interested please advise me at [email protected].

09/27/2017

12/03/2016

A new PAINTING WORKSHOP at the HOBBY LOBBY STORE CLASSROOM on Beach Blvd and San Pablo Rd

This two-day acrylic painting workshop is scheduled for Friday and Saturday Jan 6th and 7th, 9:00 to 5:30 each day. Included
is extensive painting by students in class using new painting techniques and simplified color theory. Instruction includes choosing successful and impactful color schemes, producing visual and physical textures in acrylic paintings, knowing how to achieve good composition plus painting demonstrations, one-on-one coaching and informational handouts. Drawing skills not required. Bring any photos you would like as reference for painting exercises or work from photos provided in class.

Prohibited during classes: producing masterpieces! Classes are for learning, learning, learning – masterpieces may be produced after the workshop!

Since this is the first workshop of the year the instruction fee is reduced from $190 to $160, due at beginning of the first day. Materials and supplies to be provided by the students. ​For details of paints and materials required please scroll down this page.

​Preregistration is required, but no pre-registration fee. Email Anthony at [email protected] or phone 904-234-1422 to register and for any questions. Class size is limited. Anthony’s website:

In all courses, students learn a method of painting where successful results are likely regardless of past experience or level of expertise.

06/24/2016

Painting Classes
by Fine Artist and Painting Instructor
Anthony Whiting at Hobby Lobby

PAINTING INSTRUCTION TO PRIVATE STUDENTS & STUDENTS IN SMALL CLASSES:

These classes are structured for either beginners or for persons some experience with acrylic, watercolor or acrylic painting and can fit into the schedules of the persons involved. They are held at the Hobby Lobby store. Drawing skills not essential. Preregistration required by email to [email protected] or by phone 904-234-1422.

PAINTING INSTRUCTION IN A CLASSROOM SETTING:

The next painting course for persons having some past experience with watercolor, oil or acrylic painting starts Thursday Sept 1st, 6 - 8:00 pm. The course includes informational handouts, basics of painting with acrylic paints, simplified color theory, painting demonstrations, one-on-one coaching and learning by doing. Drawing skills not required. Students learn a method of creating paintings where successful end results are likely regardless of past experience or level of expertise.

Preregistration is required. Email [email protected] or phone 904-234-1422 to register, for a materials list and for any questions. The six week course fee is $175. The Hobby Lobby store is at Beach Blvd and San Pablo Rd. Anthony Whiting's website: www.whitingstudios.com

05/21/2016

A new painting workshop by prize-winning artist and painting instructor Anthony Whiting

Location: IAA, 18 North 2nd Street, Fernandina Beach

Dates: Monday and Tuesday, July 25th & 26th 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Anthony's painting workshop includes new techniques of painting with acrylic paints, simplified color theory, how to choose the most desirable and impactful color schemes, the importance of good composition, painting demonstrations with acrylic paints, one-on-one coaching, informational handouts and learning by doing. Drawing skills not required.

Students learn a method of creating paintings where successful end results are likely regardless of past experience or level of expertise. The workshop is for persons with some experience in acrylics, watercolor or oil painting.

Registration: Email [email protected] or phone 904-234-1422. The workshop fee is $225. Preregistration required with a deposit of $50. Material list will be supplied. Call with any questions. Class size is limited. Anthony's website: www.whitingstudios.com

02/25/2016

A PEACE CORPS FILM FESTIVAL AND PAINTING EXHIBIT

Third Goal International Film Festival Celebrates 55 Years of the
Peace Corps Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 1:00 pm-5:00 pm at
Players by the Sea, at 106 6th Street North, Jacksonville Beach.

The First Coast Returned Peace Corps Volunteer's are launching the Film Festival honoring the third goal in John F. Kennedy's
mission statement for the Peace Corps, "to help promote a better
understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans."

The festival features an award-winning film, brought to the screen by Executive Producer Angelina Jolie, based on the inspirational true story of a young Ethiopian girl and a tenacious lawyer embroiled in a life-or-death clash between cultural traditions and their country's advancement of equal rights.

The event will also showcase documentaries made by Peace Corps volunteers, as well as Ethiopian dance, international foods
and a Skype conversation with the film's producer, Mehret Mandefro. Many returned Peace Corps volunteers will attend and will be pleased to share their experiences.

A bonus of this Peace Corps festival is viewing returned Peace Corps volunteer artist Anthony Whiting's show of 38 of his paintings at this festival -- www.whitingstudios.com.

More information about the festival and purchase of tickets is available at: https://sites.google.com/site/fcrpcv/

02/12/2016

Painting Workshop Saturday Feb 20th 10 - 4:00 pm with Fine Artist and Painting Instructor Anthony Whiting. Visit www.whitingstudios.com

An acrylic painting workshop where students learn to create successful paintings by gaining the essential knowledge required and developing skills of composition, form and color. Students will learn by doing in this interactive class setting. Drawing skills not required.

Supply List: Acrylic Paints - Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Red Medium, Napthol Crimson or Napthol Red, Ultramarine Blue, Cobalt Blue and Dioxazine Purple; Flat brushes in sizes such as #4, #6, #8; large plastic water container; spray bottle for use with water; two sheets watercolor paper such as Arches 140 lbs; sketch pad; palette or paper or styrofoam plates; palette knife; clean rags; pencil, notebook, bag for supplies.

WHEN
Saturday, February 20, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (EST)

WHERE
The Jacksonville Landing - Art Center Workshop - 2 W Independent Drive, Suite 112 Jacksonville, Florida 32202 - Art Center Cooperative. Please call 904-233-9252 for further info and to register.