September 26 & 27
Time: 10 am-5 pm ET
Two ways to participate in this workshop:
- On-line via Zoom, or
- In-person Watch Party! at Mary Alice Warren Community Center, Lewisville, NC
“Maine Coon Cat”
Join the purr-fect class with seasoned instructor and feline art expert, Gemma! Author of the best-selling book CP Cats, Gemma brings her warm, witty teaching style and a passion for all things cat-tastic. In this fun and interactive class, you’ll master fabulous techniques for capturing cat whiskers, long and short fur, and those mesmerizing, soulful eyes that bring your portraits to life.
Gemma will guide you step-by-step through creating a stunning cat portrait while sharing tips and tricks to build your confidence in animal art. With real-time interaction, you’ll have the chance to ask questions, get personalized feedback, and leave with skills to create your own masterpiece. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, this class will leave you feline-inspired!
This workshop will be offered live online via Zoom. A video of the workshop will be sent to all registered a couple days following the completion of the workshop.
**Cancellation/Refund Policy: Since a video recording of this workshop will be available for all who register, there will be no refunds for cancellations or no-shows
Join our Watch Party! If you are local to Lewisville, NC, and would like to participate in this Zoomed workshop with a group of other colored pencil artists, then register to attend our Watch Party! The party will be held at Mary Alice Warren Community Center in Lewisville at the same time as the workshop. Fun, food, and fellowship while learning….What could be better?!?
About Gemma:
Gemma is a self-taught artist whose artwork is enjoyed by many animal art collectors all over the world. Growing up on a small ranch in Southern California, Gemma Gylling developed her love of nature, animals and creativity. Gemma currently lives in Valley Springs, California with her husband, Bill and their two dogs.
An avid traveler, Gemma thrives in locals that allow her the opportunity to photograph the wildlife. In addition to most of the United States, Gemma has also travelled to Costa Rica, Alaska, Mexico, South Africa and Canada. Many of the reference photos Ms. Gylling uses for her paintings are from her Wildlife Safari trip in South Africa.
Gemma, a member of Artists for Conservation, pledges a portion of her sales to Animal Conservation groups including PAWS (Performing Animal Welfare Society) and the National Wildlife Federation. Gemma volunteers as a Docent for the Lions and Elephants at the PAWS Sanctuary in San Andreas, California.
When asked what inspires her Gemma says, “The Animals speak to me in a very special way and because of that I try to help them speak to you through my art. I strive to portray the velvet touch of their fur, the sound of their roar or the plight they are living to simply exist”.
