Vladislav Yeliseyev
Breathe Life into Your Watercolors: The Power of Loose Painting
Aug 23 - Aug 28
4 Teaching Days
Description
Escape to the peaceful charm of Wisconsin for a 4-day watercolor retreat that will refresh your spirit and energize your art. Join master watercolorist Vladislav Yeliseyev as he shares his signature techniques for painting with freedom, confidence, and expressive brushwork.
This immersive workshop is all about loosening up—learning to simplify, capture atmosphere, and let your watercolors flow naturally. You’ll explore composition, value, and color with daily demonstrations, guided exercises, and one-on-one feedback, all designed to help you breathe life into your paintings.
Set against the tranquil backdrop of Wisconsin’s scenic landscapes, this retreat combines the joy of learning with the warmth of a supportive artistic community. Expect plenty of inspiration, shared laughter, and time to unwind in nature as you take your watercolor skills to the next level.
Key instruction areas include wet-on-wet application, dry brush techniques, layering, unifying washes, and expressive color mixing based on Vlad’s color theory. A dedicated session on value sketching will cover composition and the importance of value-color relationships before painting begins.
Students will also explore creative enhancements using imaginary elements to strengthen the composition and impact of their work. Emphasis will be placed on confident, painterly brushstrokes and effective light-color interplay.
By the end of the workshop, participants will have gained deeper technical skill, a clearer understanding of color theory, and increased fluency in a bold, loose watercolor style.
Get ready for your up coming workshop with Vlad’s watercolor book:
Biography
Vladislav Yeliseyev Award-Winning Watercolor Artist | Signature Member of NWS, AIS
Vladislav Yeliseyev is a classically trained artist and internationally acclaimed watercolorist known for his expressive brushwork, dramatic light, and painterly approach. Originally from Moscow, he studied at the Moscow Institute of Architecture, where he received rigorous academic training in drawing, painting, and composition. Now based in Sarasota, Florida, Vlad is a sought-after instructor whose workshops regularly sell out across the U.S. and abroad. After a successful career as an architectural illustrator, in addition to his artistic pursuits Vladislav has established himself as a sought-after speaker, demonstrator, and educator in the watercolor and plein air communities. He has been invited to watercolor and plein air conventions across the United States and served as a jury member and judge for national and international competitions, bringing a thoughtful, insightful eye to his selections. Vladislav conducts virtual workshops, plein air and studio workshops as well as hosts art holidays in Europe.
His participation in highly regarded invitational paint-outs and competitions has earned him numerous prestigious awards and accolades.
His work has been featured in major art publications, including PleinAir Magazine, Watercolor Artist, and The Art of Watercolour. He is a Signature Member of several prestigious organizations, including the American Impressionist Society (AIS) and National Watercolor Society (NWS) among others.
Vlad’s unique ability to simplify complex scenes and teach loose, confident brushwork has inspired hundreds of students worldwide. Vlad has served as a juror and judge for national and international watercolor competitions and exhibitions.
Learn More about Vladislav Yeliseyev
Fees
If 12 or more students attend class (all teaching days): $850
If 11-10 students attend class (all teaching days): $900
If 9-8 students attend class (all teaching days): $950
If 7-6 students attend class (all teaching days): $990
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Room & One Dinner Fee plus tax: $490
(There are 5 nights’ accommodations included in the “Room & One Dinner Fee” listed above.)
Itinerary
Sunday, Aug 23
Check-In to your unit at Dillman’s (check-in time is 3:00 p.m.)
5:00 p.m. Welcome Reception (included in package)
6:00 p.m. Dinner at Dillman’s (included in Room and Meal Package. $28 additional for day students.)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday – Aug 24-27
Breakfast On Own
9:00 a.m. – Noon Class in Session
Lunch On Own
Meals are on your own. All accommodations have cooking facilities. You may preorder box lunches and dinners for meals to be taken alone or with your group in: your studio, the lodge deck, cafe, or your accommodation. (Pre-ordering for lunches and dinners is required.)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Class in Session
Thursday, Aug 27
9:00 a.m. – Noon Class in Session
NOON Champagne Toast & Dessert (included in package)
Lunch On Own
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Class in Session
4:00 p.m. Class ends
Friday, Aug 28
Depart – check-out time is 10:00 a.m.
Optional Events – Sign Up Required / Subject to Change:
Monday 5:00 p.m. Dine-Around Dinner (Depart from Lodge Lobby)
Monday 7:00 p.m. S’more Roast (no charge)
Tuesday 7:30 a.m. Yoga
Tuesday 5:00 p.m. Dine-Around Dinner (Depart from Lodge Lobby)
Wednesday Noon Pontoon Ride on White Sand Lake (no charge)
Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Moondeer & Friends Gallery Tour (no charge)
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. Dine-Around Dinner
Thursday 5:00 p.m. Dine-Around Dinner (Depart from Lodge Lobby)
Dine-Around Dinners: Registration required at the front desk, meet at 5:00 p.m. in the main lobby for carpooling.
Day students are welcome to attend the Welcome Reception and Farewell Reception (included in your package). You are also invited to join the class dinners (additional fee). PAL’s (Participants at large) can vacation at Dillman’s for $40 per night for accommodations. Costs for box lunches and dinners are additional.