Artistry Online: The source for painting photos in Corel Painter and Adobe Photoshop

Learn to turn photos into paintings in Corel Painter from Painter Master Karen Sperling, who wrote the original Painter manuals and the bestseller Painting for Photographers, produced two popular Painting for Photographers DVDs for painting portraits and landscapes and who has been writing about and teaching Painter longer than anyone.

In the Artistry Retreat, you learn the art lessons you need to know to make decisions like which photos make good candidates to be turned into paintings and how to choose color schemes.

You also learn step-by-step how to paint portraits or landscapes from photos using Corel Painter in popular styles including oils and watercolors.

Students say that the biggest benefits of attending the Artistry Retreats are:
• Watching Karen Sperling's unique painting techniques and art instruction;
• Receiving her easy-to-understand, constructive feedback,
guidance and techniques during the hands-on step-by-step painting lessons on your laptop;
• Meeting the other Painter enthusiasts in the class;
• Hearing marketing tips for selling painted portraits.

Click the green links at left for an overview of the Artistry Retreats and their instructor, including sample images, and for testimonials by former attendees.

Click here for a FAQ (frequently asked questions).

Artistry Retreat Location

Los Angeles

The Artistry Retreats are held in Los Angeles at the Best Western Carriage Inn Sherman Oaks, CA.

Their low rates are available when booking through their web site or by checking discount travel web sites.

Write to Karen Sperling with questions. The hotel won't have information about the Artistry Retreats.

Class Schedule

Below are the dates for the upcoming Artistry Retreats.

Following the dates are the Add to Cart buttons to enroll by credit card through Paypal.

Alternatively, you can enroll with a check or money order, or by credit card through e-mail or by telephone-the instructions are below the Paypal buttons.

Seating is limited in these popular classes-sign up right away to guarantee a seat!

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Painting Landscapes from Photos

2-Day Artistry Retreat
Art Lessons and Corel Painter Steps for Turning Landscape Photos into Paintings

9 am to 4 pm

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Painting Portraits from Photos

2-Day Artistry Retreat
Art Lessons and Corel Painter Steps for Turning Portrait Photos into Paintings

9 am to 4 pm

Yes! I want to attend an Artistry Retreat!

Enroll in an Artistry Retreat with a credit card through Paypal using the Add to Cart button below.

Due to the small class sizes, there are no cancellations, refunds, reschedules or credits for missed classes.

Tuition fees are subject to change without notice. Book now to lock in these low rates!

Write to Karen Sperling before enrolling with any questions you have about the Artistry Retreats.

Enroll in both classes for a 10% discount

Two-Day Artistry Painting for Photographers Retreat: Corel Painter + Art Lessons

Art lessons and Corel Painter steps for turning portrait and landscape photos into paintings.

Full Tuition

$549

Enroll in both classes

$988.20 (10% discount)

Artistry 1/2 Hour Mini Session

Limited Time Only! Register by Valentine's Day, February 14, 2012, then pick a date for your mini session within the following six months that's convenient for you!

Get a taste of Karen Sperling's expert Corel Painter training for turning photos into paintings with a 1/2 hour mini session!

These sessions can take place over the phone, using Skype or in person in Los Angeles and can cover anything you like, whether it's help for getting started with Corel Painter, or more advanced tips, answers to your questions, feedback about your images--anything! Then if you like the training, come back for the 5-hour private Artistry Retreat!

What a great way to jumpstart your interest in painting photos in Painter!

Artistry 1/2 Hour Mini Session

$50

5-Hour Private Artistry Retreat

Limited Time Only! Register by Valentine's Day, February 14, 2012, then pick a date for your 5-Hour Private Artistry Retreat within the following six months that's convenient for you!

Karen Sperling is now available for one-on-one training of the material covered in the group Artistry Retreats.

Private lessons are for you if you are the sort of person who likes:

* Learning at your own pace
* Covering specifically what interests you
* Getting more information in less time

Professional photographers, private lessons are particularly good for you. Learn to paint in a style that's all yours, based on your tastes and interests. Karen Sperling can help you to develop a unique look for your paintings from your photos that will delight your clients.

Most people want to take a group class because they think it's more affordable than private lessons, but this isn't necessarily the case.

Private lessons are custom-tailored to the way you learn, to your interests and to your schedule, so you wind up getting more bang for your buck in private lessons. You can even learn over the phone or using Skype!

Depending on the pace that you set, you can learn what's offered in the 12-hour group Artistry Retreats because there are fewer people asking questions, making the individual sessions cost-effective because they take less time.

The Private Artistry Retreats are receiving rave reviews like this one:

Private Artistry Retreats Most Efficient Way to Learn Corel Painter
One-on-one is the only way to go!
I got answers to all my questions. The instruction was oriented
to what I needed to know. No inapplicable info, no one
interrupting and no need to cover what you already know.
The Private Artistry Retreats are the most efficient way to
learn Corel Painter-—one-on-one.
Thanks, Karen!
Emily

Click here to write to Karen Sperling for more information.

5-Hour Private Artistry Retreat

$549

Enroll in an Artistry Retreat by Credit Card through e-mail

To enroll in an Artistry Retreat by credit card through e-mail, send the card info split between 2 e-mails to Karen Sperling.

The credit card info needed is:
What class and dates you are signing up for (very important!)
Name associated with card
Address associated with card
Email address
Phone number
Card type
Card number
Expiration date
Verification number

Enroll in an Artistry Retreat by Check or Money Order

To enroll in an Artistry Retreat by check or money order made out to Artistry for the above amount that applies to you (International: U.S. funds from a U.S. bank, please), send to:

Karen Sperling
Artistry
PO Box 57516
Sherman Oaks, CA 91413-2516

Be sure to include:
What class and dates you are signing up for (very important!)
Your name
Your address
E-mail address

Please write the e-mail address clearly.

Enroll in an Artistry Retreat by phone

To enroll in an Artistry Retreat by phone, call 818-981-2803.

Thank you for enrolling in the
Artistry Painting for Photographers Retreat!

Commission a painting

Yes! Karen Sperling is available to paint portraits and landscapes for clients and for photographers. Click here for information.

Can't make it to an Artistry Retreat?

Learn to paint portraits and landscapes with the Painting for Photographers DVDs!

Cover painting and design by Karen Sperling from her photo.

Artistry is a Certified Corel Training Partner.

Choose the option that applies to you