Our Trip - October 1 - 6, 2006
Visit the warm, friendly, picturesque towns and areas in the Catskills, in central NY, in leaf-peeping season. Our classes will be held in a meeting hall in Hobart, NY, near Cooperstown, Oneonta and other central Delaware County locations. We're just north of the Catskills Park, in scenic central New York state.
Paint scenic vistas, barns and farms, buildings, towns and picturesque hamlets with renowned watercolor artist Beverly Golembeski as workshop leader.
Each day, we'll have class instruction on site in local venues and scenic locations to paint and just enjoy our surroundings. Each morning or afternoon session will be followed by a critique as we develop a 'visual' approach to the area.
Beverly has had association with this area for over 35 years, and can offer good advice on local scenes, restaurants, and opportunities to enjoy this workshop.
Our Itinerary
October 1 - Time TBD
Meet for an informal gathering and Barbeque, on the lawn in Hobart, NY. Beverly will introduce you to the Meeting Hall facility, and outline the possibilities for the week.
Days 2 - 6: Painting at various locations, Plein Aire, 9am - 3:30pm
Locations in and around the Hobart, NY area will be the sites for our plein aire painting lessons. Informal lunches will be possible in our various locations. Dinners and accommodations are the responsibility of each participant. See the links to sources of lodging at the end of this description.
We'll meet each morning, and travel in caravan {each participant must have their own transportation - group members can "buddy up"} to our location for the day. We'll have critiques of our morning and afternoon work, and make decisions on sites to visit - weather depending. We can always paint together in the Meeting Hall if the weather is uncooperative.
Example Venue: Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard, Fly Creek, NY
This turn-of-the-century water-powered mill is a fascinating family attraction located in the heart of New York State just minutes from Cooperstown, NY, the Birthplace of Baseball and home to the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
In addition to its historic appearance - with ample parking and space for students and instructor - there's good pickin's for lunch or snacks.
Example Venue: Wood Bull Antiques - Milford, NY
Located in a scenic barn complex, Wood Bull Antiques is chock full up to the rafters, according to the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce shopping guide.
Owners Kip & Judith Coburn have invited Beverly and the Workshop participants to paint on the grounds, and browse during breaks.
See if you can leave without a little something added to your personal collectibles.
Example Venue: Donald Gialanella Live Steel Studio
Noted local sculptor Don Gialanella has a studio in Cooperstown, with many of his works available on display.
Beverly has made arrangements with Don, and he welcomes the Workshop participants to visit the studio, take a tour, view his art on display.
Logistics and Workshop Price
Instructional price for the Workshop is $495 per participant. Up to 18 students can be accommodated.
All Lodging and all Meals are the responsibility of each participant. Beverly can make recommendations for fun, al fresco dining during our outdoor sessions, and has many recommendations for evening meals from the simple to the sublime.
Lodging is up to each participant, and good suggestions can be found at the Delaware County Association of Bed & Breakfasts website.
The Boncranna Bed & Breakfast and the Breezy Acres Bed & Breakfast are both located in Hobart, NY and are very convenient to the Meeting Hall for our morning get togethers.
The 
Belvedere Country Inn & Restaurant, in Stamford, NJ offers lodging and has a nice restaurant and a bar with local entertainment, too.
In addition, the Delaware County Where to Stay Guide has a listing of additional lodgings. Click on Bed & Breakfasts, Inns & Resorts, or Camping if that's your thing. Remember, it is early October, and could be warm daily and cool at night.
Dress during the day will be casual classy, and comfortable walking shoes are a must. For additional information Contact Beverly about the Autumn Art Workshop in the Catskills .
Daily workshop instruction will include sketching, use of color, transparent and opaque watercolor technique, composition and design.
Students are encouraged to make arrangements for many photographs to use for future painting. Be prepared for excellent instruction in watercolor technique, and we’ll have some good fun, good food and great painting in central New York State!
