Janet Rogers: “Loose, Expressive Watercolors - Flowers, Faces & Figures” ​

 “LOOSE, EXPRESSIVE WATERCOLORS – Flowers to Figures”

We will begin this workshop with floral images to  experience the discovery of color and value.  Through a series of fun painting exercises, students will be encouraged to develop a more loose and natural approach – giving them an opportunity to be more spontaneous and expressive in their paintings.

In our approach to learning how to interpret the head and figure, we will learn to create  translucent flesh tones, while focusing on the gesture of the person.  Painting children will also be covered.  Although we will work primarily from photos – can be mine that I bring (each student will get a photo of my demo (which I will send ahead of time so you can trace or draw) – or you can bring your favorites!

In addition to class demonstrations throughout the workshop, Janet will work individually with each person also, making sure they understand the painting concepts – a truly “hands on” experience.  Fast figure drawings and paintings will also be part of the workshop.  (I can supply photos - - ----or you can bring some of your own! )   We will be focusing on discovering how to control and make dynamic color, design and expression, we will also have “Show and Tell” – an opportunity to share and see how we exceed in our expectations!!! 

SHORT BIO:

Janet Rogers has been a working professional artist for over 40 years, and is a National Instructor, conducting workshops across the United States, Canada and Europe.  She is a Signature Member of the American Watercolor Society,  Transparent Watercolor Society of America, Florida Watercolor Society, as well as others, winning many awards for her paintings.  As well as a National Instructor, she has demonstrated extensively for various groups and exhibitions.

Her demos are widely seen on YouTube and Florida Watercolor Society. 

ARTIST’S STATEMENT:

“I LOVE THE QUALITIES OF WATERCOLOR – ITS FLUID NATURE.  TO ME, THE INTERACTION OF ARTIST WITH THE MEDIUM IS LIKE A DANCE – FULL OF MOTION, FEELING AND EXPRESSION.  I LOVE TO WATCH THE PAINTING DEVELOP AND TO DISCOVER NEW COLOR AND COMPOSITION.  AS A TEACHER, I WOULD LIKE TO ENABLE STUDENTS TO FIND THEIR CONNECTIONS WITH WATERCOLOR IN A NEW AND EXPRESSIVE WAY.”   - JANET ROGERS, AWS

Artist Website

Workshop Fee: $600

Room & Board: Starting at $312/night single occupancy, $426/night double occupancy.

Student Capacity: 15

All Levels Welcome with some experience

What’s Included in Your Workshop Stay

The workshop with full room + board provides a simple “show up and paint” experience:

• Workshop instruction and programming

• Lodging at The Landgrove Inn

• Three meals per day, including 3-course dinners (gratuity for meals included)

• Welcome reception on the first night with complimentary drinks

All meals are shared together as a group—what transforms these retreats into a true creative community experience.

Note: Not everyone attending needs to register for the workshop. Many spouses and friends join for the stay without painting. They often explore the national forest, visit nearby towns, ski local mountains, relax by the pool, or enjoy a book by the fire in the tavern—while still being part of the shared meals and community experience.

The Landgrove Workshop Experience

Workshops at The Landgrove are intentionally small and intimate, with a focus on:

• meaningful learning and personal attention

• relationship building with other artists

• a warm, welcoming creative environment

You’ll stay in a peaceful historic inn surrounded by Green Mountain National Forest — an inspiring setting that helps you slow down and settle into deep creative work.

And when you want to explore beyond the studio, we’re close to classic Vermont destinations like:

• Manchester (Southern Vermont Arts Center, Northshire Bookstore)

• Weston (Weston Theater Company, Vermont Country Store)

• Plus scenic drives, local shops, and mountain towns nearby

Workshop Agenda (Sample Schedule)

Our workshops are designed to be immersive, relaxed, and relationship-rich — with time for focused instruction, practice, and shared meals together as a group.

Arrival Day (Check-in + Welcome)

• Check-in: anytime after 3:00 PM

• Welcome Reception (wine/beer + light hors d’oeuvres): 5:00 – 6:00 PM

• Introductory 3-Course Dinner: 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Workshop Days (Daily Rhythm)

Each full day follows a consistent and supportive flow:

• Breakfast (communal): 8:00 – 9:00 AM

• Morning painting session: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

• Lunch (communal): 12:30 PM

• Afternoon painting session: ~1:30 – 5:00 PM

• 3-Course Dinner (communal): 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Exact timing may shift slightly based on demonstrations, group needs, and the instructor’s teaching style.

How to Book

Please read these notes before booking so your stay and workshop registration are counted correctly.

1) Choose Your Dates

When selecting your workshop the dates will auto-populate for arrival and departure.

• Check-in (arrival) date is fixed.

• Check-out (departure) date defaults to the final full workshop day (ending around 5 PM). Check-out time is 11am if departing on the final workshop day.

• Check-out may be extended an additional night, to include the final 3-course dinner, plus one more overnight and breakfast the next morning. Most participants extend with the additional night.

Note: The workshop fee is prorated across the number of nights you book, so it appears as part of your nightly total.

2) Occupancy (how many people in the room?)

The booking system defaults to single occupancy, which includes:

✅ Lodging + full meal package + gratuity for one person

✅ One workshop registration included

Two guests may share the same room during the workshop. A booking for two guests includes:

✅ Lodging + full meal package + gratuity for two people

✅ One workshop registration included

If the second guest is also taking the workshop, add “Additional Workshop Registration” at checkout.

3) Dietary Needs / Special Requests

During checkout, please add any dietary requirements in the Special Requests field so we can prepare appropriately. You may double-confirm any special requests by emailing us: info@thelandgrove.com 

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Local Vermonter Option

If you're a local and would want to commute to the workshop daily, we will take bookings for up to two workshop participants until 60 days before the workshop (within 60 days we open all available workshop spots for locals).

The cost for local attendees is the workshop fee and a $50 program fee, plus one of the following meal plan options (including 20% gratuity):

• Workshop Lunch ($27.50/day)

• Workshop Lunch & 3-Course Dinner ($81.00/day)

Transportation to The Landgrove

If driving in winter or mud season (January to early May), we recommend a 4x4 or all-wheel drive vehicle.

If flying in to a nearby airport (Albany, Hartford, or Rutland) and seeking transportation, we recommend:

Mountain Drivers

802.772.5223

https://www.mtndrivers.com/