2023, August 23-26
Building a Foundation
Pecos Benedictine Monastery, Pecos, New Mexico
2023, June 2-4
Look UP!
Bluebird Studios, Santa Fe, New Mexico
2022, August 24-28
Building a Foundation
Pecos Benedictine Monastery, Pecos, New Mexico
2022, February 21-22
Look UP!
Fort Davis Public Library, Fort Davis, Texas
2021, July 28 - August 1
Building a Foundation
This three-day intensive workshop is a perfect way to build a strong foundation of knowledge that will jump start you into the creative world of painting with pastels.
Pecos Benedictine Monastery, Pecos, New Mexico
“ I recently became reconnected to an old passion in the form of pastel art. Not only did I receive valuable instruction, but I was also immersed in a beautiful setting with awesome folks. Thank you, Tobi, for your unyielding energy, your knowledge, and your giving nature. Your tips and information you provided from your own artist experience will not go unappreciated. From the color charts to the composition and to overall organization, I learned so much from you and can say that I am excited to continue to pursue pastel for the first time in many years. You are an amazing artist and phenomenal mentor, thank you so much!" Kari Sewell
2021, April 16 - 17
Capturing Clouds
Capturing Clouds, a one-day plein air workshop organized in coordination with the Plein Air Painters of New Mexico (PAPNM) Paint Out and Show in Jemez Springs, New Mexico
2020, June
Building a Foundation
Santa Fe, New Mexico
“ Bravo for Tobi and her wonderful pastel workshop! As a beginner pastellist and plein air painter, I was thrilled to participate in Tobi's four-day workshop. In addition to providing us with lots of information about essential supplies for landscape painting, Tobi provided constructive and helpful "how-to" information -- from initial thumbnail sketches, to underpaintings, to understanding value and color relationships -- basically giving her students a roadmap for approaching an outdoor painting. Also, Tobi is respectful to everyone and does a great job one-on-one in tailoring her teaching to her students' respective levels of expertise. As an added benefit, Tobi's enthusiasm, joy, and sparkly and charismatic personality totally carry the day! Thank you Tobi for your supportive and generous instruction, and for inspiring me to continue my studies." Lee Ann M.
“ It was a wonderful workshop from my perspective and I am so glad that you gave me the last two days to work on my painting so that I could finally understand how to start, and ultimately finish, a piece in a cohesive way!!! You are not only a very talented artist but you are a very strong teacher! It was a lovely group of women and I really enjoyed our time together! I look forward to future plein air pastel classes with you!" Terri S.
2019, August 29 - September 2
Invite the Intuitive into Your Pastel Painting Process
Pecos Benedictine Monastery, Pecos, New Mexico
“After taking this workshop with Tobi, I found myself looking up at the sky with new eyes.
I now see the playfulness and whimsical movement of the clouds and amazing elements of colors I had never noticed before. Her amazing approach to teaching is unique, and her enthusiasm infectious. Her beautiful spirit ignites a fire within you which frees you to paint in ways you could never imagine." Judy Brooks
2019, February 8 - 9
PASTEL PAINT & PLAY
Dive into your creative energy and dip into the luxury of a soaking tub
with this winning weekend of fun!
Two day pastel workshop, graciously hosted by: Rio Bravo Fine Art Gallery in Truth or Consequences, NM
“Tobi’s pastel workshop was an incredible way for me to learn the methods and techniques of pastel painting. In one weekend workshop,
I was able to go from 0 to 60 with my pastel abilities. I’m a painter, and I love having another media to experiment with.
Thanks Tobi!” Tonya K.
"Tobi’s workshop saved me a lot of time and money. Some things I thought I would like didn’t work for me. This is the first workshop that provided the opportunity to explore other brands of papers and pastels and I discovered other brands I really like. Having free samples to play with made is so fun! I came away understanding the importance of shapes and color values and am looking forward to incorporating this knowledge into my future pastel paintings." Clair Caraway
2018, August 29 - September 2
Invite the Intuitive into Your Pastel Painting Process
Pecos Benedictine Monastery, Pecos, New Mexico
“Tobi infectious and bubbly personality help create an atmosphere of inclusiveness. There were all levels of artist at the workshop and everyone felt involved and engaged. She was fully prepared with teaching materials and ideas. It kept me interested at all times and excited to try out new techniques.” Christian Peacock
