Weekly Class

Still Life Stories: A Two-Day Painting Retreat with Mary Flack Find Beauty in the Everyday & Bring It to Life on Canvas Step into the studio for a calm, immersive painting experience designed to help you master the fundamentals of still life. Whether you’re new to painting or looking to refine your skills, this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop will guide you through lighting, composition, and the art of capturing objects with depth and personality. Taught by Insight Fine Art Studio founder Mary Flack, an acclaimed oil painter, this workshop offers expert demonstrations and personalized coaching to help you build confidence in your painting process. You’ll explore still life step by step—from arranging a compelling setup to completing one or more finished paintings or studies. What You’ll Learn: 🎨 Lighting & Atmosphere – How to use light and shadow to create drama and depth 📐 Composition & Cropping – Framing your still life for the strongest visual impact 🖌️ Textures & Surfaces – Capturing the softness of fabric, the gleam of glass, or the roughness of wood 🎭 Color & Form – Simplifying shapes and building a rich, layered painting 👩‍🎨 The Painting Process – From first marks to final details, with live demos along the way This workshop is about more than just painting—it’s about slowing down, seeing the beauty in everyday objects, and developing a deeper artistic understanding. Whether you finish one polished piece or multiple quick studies, you’ll leave with new skills and fresh inspiration. Workshop Details: 📅 Tuesday, June 3 & Thursday, June 5 ⏰ 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM 🌟 Exclusive small-group format for individual attention Spots are limited—reserve yours now! 🌟 Early Bird Special! Register by May 1 for a discounted rate.