What is a Mentoring Workshop?

Mentoring originated from Greek mythology, in which Mentor was a wise and trusted advisor to Odysseus.  Under Mentor's direction and guidance, Telemachus, the son of Odysseus, became a much-loved ruler. Today, a mentor is an advisor and supporter, and perhaps even a friend and role model, of someone pursing specific goals.

Because people have different goals and life experiences, mentoring isn't a science.   Instead, it requires the mentor to carefully assess each case and to respond accordingly and effectively.

A mentoring workshop is not just about advanced instruction.  It's an opportunity for the serious painter to address issues that are bigger than mere craft.   As you work shoulder-to-shoulder with an experienced professional who gladly coaches, motivates and shares wisdom, you may:

• Give your art a mid-course correction
• Create an action plan for the future
• Define where your career is headed

Or, if you just want to paint with a "guide" without reevaluating your life, you can do that, too!

Unlike the regular workshops, you'll be expected to paint in the field without assistance. However, you'll be painting right alongside Michael, and he'll offer plenty of mini-demonstrations, critiques and "art talk, " as well as the opportunity to enjoy some very scenic locations.

Not all of Michael's workshops are mentoring workshops. These are special workshops, and they are noted as such.