In May of 2016 Mike Mahon presented a 3 part “Mastering the Painting Process” workshop & seminar for museum members and the community in preparation for the opening of our California Bounty: Image and Identity, 1850 – 1930, the first curatorial interpretation of the museum’s distinguished painting collection since 1994.

Acclaimed New Mexico artist, Mike Mahon, presents a consecutive 3-day pastel workshop! With a focus on expression through pastels, this workshop will combine classic painting principles with his unique style and approach, providing the groundwork for beginners and a challenge for experienced artists. Using demonstrations and lectures, combined with PowerPoint presentations and group and one-on-one painting assignments, participants are sure to walk away with a better understanding and enhanced artistic process.

Workshop includes:

*A ticket to Art in Context on Wednesday May 11: The Raise of Modernism in Europe: Realist Shifts in the Nineteenth Century

*Treasures program on May 12: painting demonstration by Mr. Mahon & tour of our permanent painting collection