Carmel Visual Arts

Here are a few shots from the pastel workshop in Monterey Bay.

One new spot available for Bill Cone's pastel workshop in May

ANNOUNCING: Angus Wilson will be doing a 3-day studio workshop in September 2026. For more info go to https://www.carmelvisualarts.com/angus/ where you can sign up.

Karl Dempwolf was an enthusiastic painter of intuition and emotion. We lost this great master this week. I have many photos and videos from the 4 workshops Karl did with Carmel Visual Arts over the years. I will simply post this video from his demo at Garland Ranch Regional Park in Carmel Valley. Circa Sept 2021. Rest in Peace Karl. Your legacy and memory will live on in your wonderful and unique paintings.

Karl Dempwolf Makes a Mark On a sunny day in October, Karl Dempwolf sat in front of a Carmel Valley barn with a brush in hand while his students watched and learned.

Carmel Visual Arts 2026 Workshops schedule is growing... Get signed up today at https://www.carmelvisualarts.com/painting-workshops/

Kimball Geisler is coming to Carmel, CA May 11–13, 2026. https://www.carmelvisualarts.com/kimball-geisler/ • Kimball teaches in a way that is approachable for all skill levels, always bringing questions and concerns back to basic fundamentals. Experienced artists will be in good company as the class works through the many difficult challenges of landscape painting. There are only a few spots left at https://www.carmelvisualarts.com/kimball-geisler/

Huihan Liu is painting Lyle Wright in Lyle’s amazing jewelry studio in the Taos Plaza during an indoor day for the workshop in October 2025. Sign up for Huihan's October 2026 workshop at https://www.carmelvisualarts.com/huihan-liu/

Tad Retz Workshop • May 7–9, 2026 (Th-Sa) https://www.carmelvisualarts.com/tad-retz/ This plein air painting workshop led by the renowned artist Tad Retz promises to immerse participants in Tad's vibrant approach. This upcoming artistic experience will take place against the backdrop of stunning ocean views, rocky cliffs, and lush spring greenery. Tad Retz, celebrated for his mastery in capturing the drama of nature, will challenge artists to create harmonious compositions that reflect the dynamic interplay of light and color along the coast of Monterey Peninsula and Big Sur.

Join the Bill Cone workshop May 4–6, 2026 to explore the beauty of the California coast around the Carmel region. We’ll spend three days painting on-site at different locations, with daily demos and one-on-one instruction. The focus will be on the atmosphere, water, and composing shots. More info at https://www.carmelvisualarts.com/bill-cone/

Announcing: Kimball Geisler painting workshop, May 11-13, 2026. https://www.carmelvisualarts.com/kimball-geisler/ Kimbell describes his style as realism. In his work, he strives for accurate drawing, value, and color to represent his subjects, he relies heavily on the spontaneity of the paint as it is transferred from his brush to the canvas. Please join us in May for this exciting workshop.

🔴 Join Paul Kratter for his Carmel area workshop starting Sept 29, 2025. https://www.carmelvisualarts.com/paul-kratter/