Associated Artists of Winston-Salem, Inc. upcoming events

Artist Meet Up (10/18/2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Join us for our fun, informal artist meet-ups every third Sunday at Broad Branch Distillery from 2pm on.

Color Theory: Aerial Perspective in Landscapes with Kimberly Varnadoe (11/07/2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Color Theory: Aerial Perspective in Landscapes with Kimberly Varnadoe

Aerial perspective is described as the use of gradations in color and definition to suggest distance. In addition to linear perspective, which uses parallel lines converging on the horizon to convey depth, this tool will heighten the appearance of distance in your paintings.

Leonardo Di Vinci developed the idea of aerial perspective. It relates to the Munsell color system in that colors generally get Lighter (value), Bluer (hue), and Grayer (chroma) as the space recedes into the distance.

Simply put, aerial perspective is the atmospheric distance between objects in a painting. Depending on our relationship to the objects, and the relative distance involved, this can be quite apparent. The heavier the atmosphere, the more moisture in the air, the more pronounced the effect. Lower elevations, which commonly have higher amounts of moisture in the air, are the easiest places to see the effect. Think of viewing a landscape on a rainy or foggy day. The drier the atmosphere and the higher the elevation, the less apparent it becomes.

THIS CLASS:

This class will explore the concept of aerial perspective, guiding you through color sequences you can use as a basis for creating deep space on a 2-D plane. We will work on loose color sketches/paintings in a variety of color schemes so we can experience the process and take this skill back to the studio to apply to our paintings.

All materials for acrylic painting will be provided, but if you have a favorite medium (watercolors, colored pencils, etc.) and/or brushes you would like to use, feel free to bring them.

This class is offered at a reduced price due to the generous grant from the Shallow Ford Foundation.

Artist Meet Up (11/15/2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join us for our fun, informal artist meet-ups every third Sunday at Broad Branch Distillery from 2pm on.

Let's Make a Junk Journal! (12/05/2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Let's Make a Junk Journal!

Junk Journals are the newest craze. This workshop will show you, step by step, how to make your own junk journal from start to finish. Using a Triscuit box, or other boxes of that type, you will cover the box, create 4 signatures using a variety of papers and materials, sew the signatures into the journal, and begin adding stickers, charms, or whatever you wish to your finished journal. This class is suitable for ages 15 and up.

All materials will be provided. You may bring your own box if you have one, but there will be boxes for you to use. Please bring a ruler and a pencil with you.

About your instructor: Marsha McNeely Hierl has been involved with the Winston-Salem art scene since 2010 when she opened Studio 7 on Trade Street. Her idea was to create a gallery to give new artists their first show, while providing 7 affordable studios for local artists. After closing Studio 7, she became a full time studio artist at CultureWS, where she focuses on book making, mosaics, and watercolors. Marsha is the current president of AAWS, past president of DADA, and AFAS artist, and a member of the Yadkin Arts Council. She is also an artomat artist and loves to bring new artists into the program.

This class is offered at a drastically reduced price thanks to the generous funding from the Shallow Ford Foundation.