Workshops & Judging

Workshops

After a break from teaching, Robin has thrown her hat back into the ring to teach workshops and classes. She has taught many workshops on a variety of subjects and media, specializing in Watercolor. Workshops are available as sessions one-, two-, or three-day sessions. Participants in all workshops must have their own materials, and some drawing and watercolor experience.

Kickin' Glass: Painting Glass & Shiny Stuff (most popular)

Robin will share her tips, tricks, and methods she uses to design and paint her award-winning still lifes. The methods used can apply to anything you paint.

Watercolor on Aquabord® by Ampersand

Students will learn how to paint with watercolor on Aquabord. Once dry, paintings are sealed with varnish and require no mats or glazing. Varnishing demo included.

Mellow-Drama: Focus on Composition & Making Your Work Stand Out

Tired of not getting accepted into shows? Learn how to create better compositions and how to paint them for maximum impact to catch the judge's eye.

WWGD - What Would Georgia Do? Dynamic Floral Compositions

Learn to find the best compositions (and to recognize the bad ones!) in your floral source photos. Instruction on how to create out-of-focus backgrounds, look for high contrast to create interest, and deal with those dreaded greens.

Customize Your Workshop

Work with Robin to design a workshop that's right for your organization. Contact her directly to discuss. Limited to watercolor, drawing, pen & ink, or colored pencil. Please use the Contact tab and she will get back to you.

2025 Workshops

Kickin' Glass: Painting Glass & Shiny Stuff

Brevard Watercolor Society

Two Days - March 9th & 10th, 2025 • 9am - 4pm

Level: Intermediate

Cost: BWS Members - $275; Non-Members - $350 • Materials list provided upon registration.

Contact: Laurie Griffin - lbgriffi@att.net

Note: Robin will present a painting demonstration at the BWS monthly meeting on Saturday, March 8th. See website for details.

Judge & Juror for Art Festivals, Shows, & Organizations

Robin is available to serve as a judge of awards and/or juror of selection for art festivals, local and regional art organizations, and shows. Robin has served in both capacities many times over the years. Please see her resume for details. References are available.

Robin Lee Makowski Resume