About the Atelier

An Atelier, in the original usage of the word, is simply the studio of an artist, wherein his (or her) works are created, and in which a small number of promising students receive instruction directly from the Master of the atelier.

Still Life Workshop in Bucks County, Pennsylvania

Red Stone Farm Studio, Doylestown, Pennsylvania, May 21-23, 2012. Details to be announced soon.

Upcoming Appearances

Virgil Elliott will be giving a talk at the Portrait Society of America's annual convention in Philadelphia on Friday, May 25, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The subject will be materials and methods for creating oil paintings that will last. All questions will be answered in as much depth as time allows.

At the same event, Virgil will be among the artists available to critique attendees' portfolios from 12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. on Friday, May 25, and will be doing a book signing at a time yet to be determined.

Venetian Technique Workshop

Venetian Renaissance Oil Painting Technique Workshop , two 3-day weekends, March 23-25 and March30-April 1, 2012 at the Atelier of Virgil Elliott on the former Eagle Ridge Winery in Penngrove, California. $600 for both weekends, or $350 for one. Space is limited, so contact the Atelier right away to reserve a spot. Phone: (707) 664-8198.

Courses in Bruges, Belgium

Historic Oil Painting Courses in Bruges, Belgium: The Early Flemish Method, September 1-30, 2012; The Venetian Technique as practiced by Renaissance Master Giovanni Bellini, October 1-30, 2012, at the Flemish Classical Atelier. http://www.flemishclassicalatelier.com/virgil-elliott-course

Individuals or schools interested in hosting Virgil Elliott workshops, contact Virgil at virgilelliott@comcast.net.