Nationally Known Artist Workshops
Nationally Known Artist Workshops
Twice a year, Latrobe Art Center invites a Nationally Known Artist to travel to Latrobe for a three to five day workshop to teach a variety of techniques to local artists and art enthusiasts. Anywhere from 10 to 20 students fill the gallery for these workshops. Artists attending the workshops have traveled from Florida, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, Ohio, and West Virginia. In addition, four students from Greater Latrobe Senior High School are chosen to attend the workshop under a generous scholarship.
Each year Latrobe Art Center strives to provide exciting and stimulating workshops taught by nationally known artists from across the United States. In the past we have hosted Frank Francese of Colorado; Janet Rogers of Florida; Margaret M. Martin of New York; Fred Graff of Ohio; Don Andrews, Jean Uhl Spicer, and Joyce Werwie Perry all of Pittsburgh, and many more! Latrobe Art Center is honored to have such prestigious artists share their wealth of information and experience with our local artists.
Please consider broadening your creative talents by attending one of our future workshops.
Painting Dynamic Watercolors: Bringing the Everyday to Life with Brienne M. Brown
Nationally Known Artist:
Brienne M. Brown
Dates: Tuesday, April 14 - Thursday, April 16, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: Members: $425 (Become a Member)
Non-members: $475
Medium: WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Level: Intermediate - Advanced
About the Workshop
Painting in watercolor is very exciting, but can also be challenging. During this 3-Day workshop, Brienne will demonstrate and explain her process in watercolor. Brown always uses value studies to create strong compositions and by focusing on values while painting, she can make color choices to create a desired mood. While sharing her love for the medium, she will put particular emphasis on getting your values correct and connecting shapes to create strong and dynamic watercolors. During the first couple of days, Brienne will teach you how to use interesting value patterns to compose strong paintings. She will then discuss how she uses color to unify and set the mood of a painting. Throughout the workshop, Brienne will share useful training tools and tips to help you take your paintings to the next level. Be prepared to work hard and have fun! No experience with watercolor painting is necessary, but some drawing experience is recommended.
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To Register
Limited spots available. Contact us by Friday, April 3rd to reserve your spot! Call Latrobe Art Center at 724-537-7011 or click “Register Today!” below to register.
Cancellation Policy
At least 3 weeks prior to the start date of the workshop a full refund will be made less a $50.00 processing fee OR a full refund amount credit can be applied to another workshop/art class. All requests for refunds must be made in writing to info@latrobeartcenter.org Credit is nontransferable and may only be applied toward workshops/art classes.
Cancellations made less than 3 weeks prior the start date of the workshop are not eligible for a refund. However, a full credit may be applied toward a future workshop/art class. Credit is nontransferable and may only be applied toward workshops/art classes.
About the Artist
Much to her mother’s indignation, Brienne owned little clothing that was not covered in paint. From a very young age, Brienne showed talent in art and music, but wanted to pursue a career in the sciences. She started her education at the University of Utah as a double major (Art and Chemistry), eventually receiving a BS in Chemistry and finishing with a Master’s degree in 2004. After graduation, Brienne worked in a Toxicology lab. Though she painted some by taking an occasional class, as the years wore on, she realized she wanted more art in her life than a career in science would allow. She was surprised and delighted to find great fulfillment in painting. In fact, it became a necessity.
After leaving her job as a toxicologist to raise her first child in 2008, Brienne had the opportunity to paint more consistently. Prioritizing painting and taking workshops from artists she admired paid off. Soon she was not only exhibiting and entering shows regularly, but also winning awards. Brienne holds signature membership status for the National Watercolor Society, American Impressionist Society, Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, Pennsylvania Watercolor Society, and Utah Watercolor Society. Her work has been published in Splash 17 Best of Watercolor: Inspired Subjects, PleinAir Magazine, Southwest Art Magazine, International Artist Magazine and Watercolor Artist Magazine.
Brienne’s passion is watercolor and plein air painting. She also enjoys oil painting in her studio to create larger works. Every year, she participates in several national juried and invitation plein air events across the country. She has won many top awards in many plein air competitions. Brienne is a popular instructor and teaches workshops in-person and online. She has also been invited to judge watercolor and plein air art shows.
“I find beauty in everyday life, the so called ‘mundane’. Ordinary people going about their everyday lives inspire me. I especially enjoy painting en plein air, where each painting reminds me of where I was, of the experiences I had, the sounds, smells, and the people I met. As I try and capture the essence of a scene, my paintings are always more about a moment in time than about a particular location. I enjoy sharing how I see the world.”