{"product_id":"untitled-oct8_13-30-45","title":"🎨 Wowzee Full-Day Paint Workshop with Michele Wiesen 🦌","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin artist Michele Wiesen for a fun and creative day of painting as you create your own portrait of Wowzee, Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary's magnificent primary buck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorkshop Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Location: Museum Art Studio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 8035 Indian Lore Dr\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e West Bend, WI 53090\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost: $150 per person\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Includes all paint supplies, a pre-drawn 11\" × 14\" canvas, and personalized instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass Size: Limited to 20 participants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo drawing experience is necessary! Each canvas will be pre-drawn, allowing participants to focus on painting techniques and creative expression. Throughout the day, Michele will guide students step-by-step while sharing tips and techniques used to create successful wildlife paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHour 1: Welcome \u0026amp; Painting a Peaceful Snowy Background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10:00 AM - 11:00 AM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome, introductions, and overview of the day's painting process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichele shares the story behind Wowzee, Shalom's magnificent primary buck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince all canvases are pre-drawn, participants can immediately begin painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing large flat brushes, students create a peaceful Wisconsin snowy backdrop, blending blue, purple, pinks, and beige with white to create snow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd soft background tree trunks and subtle woodland details to create depth and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHour 2: Establishing Wowzee's Base Colors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11:00 AM - 12:00 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin painting the buck's foundation colors using layered earth tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to block in major shapes and create dimension through simple value changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablish the major shapes, values, and distinctive features that make Wowzee such a memorable wildlife subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunch Break \u0026amp; Artist Demonstration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12:00 PM - 12:30 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelax, visit with fellow artists, and enjoy lunch while paint layers dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichele will demonstrate several image transfer and copy methods used by artists to accurately place subjects on canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn simple techniques that can help you prepare future paintings and wildlife portraits of your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk questions and gain insights into Michele's artistic process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHour 3: Building Form, Fur \u0026amp; Detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12:30 PM - 1:30 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevelop Wowzee's rich autumn coat using layered color techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how highlights, shadows, and color temperature work together to create realism and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefine facial features, neck structure, and body contours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHour 4: Painting Wowzee's Signature Antlers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1:30 PM - 2:30 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint Wowzee's impressive rack with step-by-step instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn techniques for creating realistic antler texture, form, and natural coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocus on painting his unique drop point and beautifully polished tines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd subtle highlights to create realism and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHour 5: Fine Details \u0026amp; Finishing Touches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2:30 PM - 3:30 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd detail to the eyes, ears, nose, and facial markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how small adjustments create expression and realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefine fur textures and final highlights throughout the painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReceive individual coaching and personalized feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHour 6: Final Details, Signing \u0026amp; Showcase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3:30 PM - 4:00 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete final touches and highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSign your finished painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShare your work during a mini gallery walk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGroup photo with completed paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave with your own finished 11\" × 14\" portrait of Wowzee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat You'll Take Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ A completed 11\" × 14\" acrylic painting of Wowzee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e ✅ New wildlife painting techniques and skills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e ✅ Knowledge of artist image-transfer methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e ✅ Individual guidance from artist Michele Wiesen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e ✅ A memorable day of creativity with fellow art enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass size is limited to just 12 participants to ensure personalized instruction and plenty of one-on-one assistance throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎨🦌 Reserve your seat early. 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