Session 1 - Saturday, October 19
Session 2 - Saturday, November 9

3 Hour Sessions • 6 - 9 PM
$20 without instruction, $35 with instruction per session

Katya Mezhova will present nude and street clothed models in three short poses followed by a long pose. Easels, tables and tabourets will be provided first come, first serve. Artist must bring their own drawing/ painting supplies. No solvent please. Beginners and Intermediate artists welcome.

Katya Mezhova learned her craft from Russian Academic Tradition, which is the way art has been transmitted over the centuries since the Italian Renaissance. Passionate about live Jazz, She is locally known for her growing body of work documenting musicians in San Diego music scene. Katya is a regularly exhibiting artist at The Studio Door, where her work is for sale.

This presentation is offered as part of The Studio Door's Artist Almanac 2019. The Studio Door continues its collaborative spirit by bringing together some of San Diego art authorities to speak and teach. Local art authorities from different fields will share their knowledge with artists and patrons while some of the regions best art instructors will offer specialty workshops to highlight the classes that they offer in other parts of the region. This is a fantastic opportunity to get in on a variety of creative courses, professional development talks and social gatherings that bring together like minded creatives.

Saturday, October 12 • Gallery Relationships: Putting your best foot forward
Saturday, October 19 • Creative Opportunities: One size does not fit all
Saturday, October 26 • The Tech Savvy Artist: Using social media for maximum impact

“Coffee Talk” sessions • 10 - 11:30 AM
$5 per session at door; no registration

Patric Stillman will lead a discussion with participating artists about the necessary skills that an artist needs to succeed in today’s creative marketplace. Each session promptly starts at 11 AM with a 15 minute presentation and then Patric will guide group discussion on the weekly topic for the rest of the hour. At 11:00, the group will share their latest creative news and network with each other. Bring your own coffee, ideas, thoughts and questions.

If attendees enjoy this format, Patric will continue the weekly series throughout November with topics that the group would like to address.

This presentation is offered as part of The Studio Door's Artist Almanac 2019. The Studio Door continues its collaborative spirit by bringing together some of San Diego art authorities to speak and teach. Local art authorities from different fields will share their knowledge with artists and patrons while some of the regions best art instructors will offer specialty workshops to highlight the classes that they offer in other parts of the region. This is a fantastic opportunity to get in on a variety of creative courses, professional development talks and social gatherings that bring together like minded creatives.