Vast Memories in Landscape with Beki Borman

Concept

In this three-day workshop, work at a large scale to create paintings that express the depth and experience of looking across a valley, out from a mountaintop, or across an ocean or great lake. It is through our view of the horizon that we are reminded of our place on this earth. Discover how abstraction and loose application create a sense of both physical and emotional depth in the memory of a place.

Experience

Working from your own photo references, use large brushes, palette knives, pouring techniques, and more with Beki as your guide. Demonstrations on layering, glazing, color, and other painting strategies direct the process. Leave this workshop with two completed paintings and a toolkit for making visually stunning and meaningful paintings.

Skill Level

Some prior painting experience helpful.

Instructor

Born and raised in Milwaukee, Beki Borman knew she wanted to be an artist from a young age. She earned her BFA in Painting from Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. Today, Beki creates abstract landscapes that explore color, shape, and contrast using acrylic paint and a knife as her primary tool. As an educator, she believes art should be accessible and enjoyable for all. She reminds her students it’s never too late to start and that we’re all on our own journey. When not teaching or painting, Beki likes to read, write, exercise, and play with her kids and dog.