FALL CONFERENCE 2026
Fill Your Cup
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Corner Canyon High School
12943 S 700 E, Draper, UT 84020
SCHEDULE
8:00 AM: Doors Open
9:00-11:00 AM: Session 1
11:00 AM-12:00 PM: Lunch Break
12:00-2:00 PM: Session 2
MASTERCLASSES
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Foundations of Figure Sculpting
Brad Taggart
Masterclass Artist
Session 1 & 2 (4 hours total)
There is no need to be afraid of the third dimension. In this class you will discover that if you can draw, you can learn to sculpt. Portrait sculpture is very challenging, but the rewards are well worth the effort. Come join me for an exciting introduction into the art of sculpting, and discover the joy of playing in the mud.
In this course we will learn various modeling techniques. We will also discuss armature and tool construction options. We will use direct measurement, as well as angle, size, and position relationships to aid in capturing a likeness in any scale. We will work directly from a live model.
Clay and armature materials will be provided. There will be a variety of sculpting tools available for use, but you may bring your own tools if you have them.
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2D Masterclass with Adam
Adam Larsen
Masterclass Artist
Session 1 & 2 (4 hours total)
This course will offer participants a unique drawing experience utilizing prepared acrylic grounds. Alluring toned and textured surfaces will be built up in layers on cotton rag paper as a substrate. Drawings will be executed in traditional dry drawing media such as charcoal and pastel and then participants will experiment with alternative subtractive drawing tools and materials, such as sand paper, denatured alcohol, and razor blades, to manipulate the surface.
This workshop will include demonstrations focused on the creation of experimental grounds during the first half and will culminate with the creation of unique drawings on the new surface utilizing a variety of subjects.
Class sizes for masterclasses are limited. Each masterclass will be available once and lasts 4 hours with a mid-day break for lunch.
Additional Classes
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Cuerda Seca Inspired Tile Design
Alissa Ward - Ceramic Artist
Inspired by the bold lines and richly decorated surfaces of the traditional Cuerda Seca process, participants will create two ceramic tiles featuring radial compositions. Using wax resist, rubber bands, and underglazes on leather-hard clay, this workshop explores pattern, symmetry, and color while introducing techniques that translate well to both beginning and advanced ceramic classrooms. This workshop is applicable for a k-12 setting.
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Why Use Gouache?
Kaitlyn Seamons
Have you been wanting to try gouache but weren’t sure where to start? Now’s your chance!
Come and test out traditional and acrylic gouache, and practice techniques for both. Additionally, you’ll have studio time to work on your own piece with access to personalized instruction and a variety of gouache/mixed media tools.
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En Plein Air
Gunther Haidenthaller
En plein air" is just French for painting on location, outdoors. You've got to make quick, accurate composition, values, and color decisions because the scene changes in just minutes as clouds race overhead and the sun moves across the sky. Exciting, stressful–chasing the light, as it were–and a lot of fun!
Materials provided: Paint, brushes, linen panel, gambsol solvent, tape, paper towels, and gloves.
Participants must bring: warm clothing (you will be outside), an umbrella (just in case) an easel, and a small glass jar.
Location: Bear Canyon Suspension Bridge Trailhead. Head out right after lunch. Be at the trailhead by 12 pm.