Portraiture- Minnetonka Center for the Arts
Portraiture: Painting in the Classical Tradition,
Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m. 7/22/2025 to 8/19/2025
Instructor: Sophia Weisensel
Skill level: AB, I, AD
Add faces and portraits to your repertoire of imagery! Learn to see and interpret the forms that comprise the human face, and put this to work in your paintings. We’ll start by drawing, to build confidence in capturing a likeness, and move on to acrylic and oil painting. Throughout the class we’ll cover composition, anatomy, traditional techniques for color mixing and glazing, as well as creating psychological interest in our work. Bring your oil or acrylic painting materials, and whatever reference photos you'd like to work from - the instructor will provide some images too. See suggested materials list on the website.
Ages 16 and up
Studio Sessions at Mia
August 10 | Drawing from the Collection
Practice your hand at drawing, inspired by works from Mia’s expressionist and impressionist galleries. Teaching artist Sophia Weisensel will lead you through the foundations of drawing to create your own piece of artwork with an emphasis on color choice, layering, and blending technique. Visit the galleries to sketch your artwork and spend time in Mia’s studio experimenting with pastels to bring your work to life.
Studio Sessions at Mia
July 13 | Plein Air Drawing
Summertime flora is the inspiration for this workshop! Venture into Mia’s Target Park and Courtyard to try plein air drawing. Teaching artist Sophia Weisensel will guide you through techniques focusing on drawing guided by movement, the art of sketching, and observing the shapes and shades of the world around you.
Portraiture: Painting in the Classical Tradition, Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Minnetonka Center for the Arts
C47025 Portraiture: Painting in the Classical Tradition, Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Sophia Weisensel
Skill level: AB, I, AD
Add faces and portraits to your repertoire of imagery! Learn to see and interpret the forms that comprise the human face, and put this to work in your paintings. We’ll start by drawing, to build confidence in capturing a likeness, and move on to acrylic and oil painting. Throughout the class we’ll cover composition, anatomy, traditional techniques for color mixing and glazing, as well as creating psychological interest in our work. Bring your oil or acrylic painting materials, and whatever reference photos you'd like to work from - the instructor will provide some images too. See suggested materials list on the website.
Ages 16 and up
CLASSES SCHEDULED EVERY WEEK ON TUESDAY STARTING 4/22/2025 AND ENDING 6/10/2025
Register via Minnetonka Center for the Arts- Registration Opens Soon!!!
Portraiture: Painting in the Classical Tradition, Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Minnetonka Center for the Arts
C47025 Portraiture: Painting in the Classical Tradition, Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Sophia Weisensel
Skill level: AB, I, AD
Add faces and portraits to your repertoire of imagery! Learn to see and interpret the forms that comprise the human face, and put this to work in your paintings. We’ll start by drawing, to build confidence in capturing a likeness, and move on to acrylic and oil painting. Throughout the class we’ll cover composition, anatomy, traditional techniques for color mixing and glazing, as well as creating psychological interest in our work. Bring your oil or acrylic painting materials, and whatever reference photos you'd like to work from - the instructor will provide some images too. See suggested materials list on the website.
Ages 16 and up
CLASSES SCHEDULED EVERY WEEK ON TUESDAY STARTING 2/18/2025 AND ENDING 4/15/2025
Register via Minnetonka Center for the Arts- Registration Opens Soon!!!
Studio Sessions at Mia
SOLD OUT
January 12: Drawing
In this workshop, you’ll explore mark-making and expressive color choices inspired by the theatrical work of 19th-century French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Mia’s exhibition “At the Moulin Rouge.”
Teaching Artist Sophia Weisensel will give a brief history of Toulouse-Lautrec and his artistry. Then you’ll work with a live model for a guided drawing lesson. To end the class, join Sophia in the galleries and explore the exhibition “At the Moulin Rouge.”
https://tickets.artsmia.org/events/0193b1e0-4cec-2862-b96a-32cf72d6786a
Intro to Pastel- Vitality Arts, Minneapolis Institute of Art
Vitality Arts: Exploring Pastels: Intro to Pastel Drawing
SOLD OUT
Join visual and teaching artist Sophia Weisensel in this hands-on, five-session workshop designed to introduce you to the vibrant world of pastel drawing. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your artistic skills, this workshop will guide you through the fundamental techniques of pastel art, including creating expressive lines and dynamic compositions, blending, and layering.
You’ll also have the opportunity to explore the galleries and connect with Mia’s collection for inspiration. See how artists have used pastels throughout history, and gain a deeper appreciation for why pastel works are often referred to as paintings.
Come explore the rich, colorful possibilities of pastels and discover your own creative potential!
Wednesday (five weeks), 1:30–4 p.m.
January 8–February 5, 2025
Studio 112 at Mia
No experience necessary
All materials provided
Anyone 55+ is welcome to register
https://tickets.artsmia.org/events/0193b7fc-f142-b0d2-0005-b3777b7abfff
Portraiture: Painting in the Classical Tradition, Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Minnetonka Center for the Arts
C47025 Portraiture: Painting in the Classical Tradition, Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Sophia Weisensel
Skill level: AB, I, AD
Add faces and portraits to your repertoire of imagery! Learn to see and interpret the forms that comprise the human face, and put this to work in your paintings. We’ll start by drawing, to build confidence in capturing a likeness, and move on to acrylic and oil painting. Throughout the class we’ll cover composition, anatomy, traditional techniques for color mixing and glazing, as well as creating psychological interest in our work. Bring your oil or acrylic painting materials, and whatever reference photos you'd like to work from - the instructor will provide some images too. See suggested materials list on the website.
Ages 16 and up
CLASSES SCHEDULED EVERY WEEK ON TUESDAY STARTING 1/7/2025 AND ENDING 2/11/2025 AT 6:00PM
Register via this Website: https://17116.thankyou4caring.org/painting
Pool Paintings- Solo Exhibition
Holland Arts East Gallery (map)
The Holland Arts East Gallery is pleased to present Pool Paintings, a solo exhibition by Sophia Weisensel.
Sophia Weisensel makes work about the American Midwest. Born in rural Minnesota, she focuses on the small-town, big-sky landscape where she was raised. Weisensel’s work explores coming of age, family and gender dynamics, and the complex, sometimes proud people who are a part of her upbringing. She is interested in putting a spotlight on these people and their surroundings. These pool paintings are a selection of pieces completed over the last two years, connected by their common setting.
Pool Paintings runs January 3rd-January 30th and can be viewed during Yellowbird Coffee Bar’s hours of operation, Mon-Fri 7am-5pm, Sat-Sun 8am-5pm.
Artist Contact:
Instagram: @sophia.weisensel
Website-www.sophiaweisensel.com
Gallery Inquiries: gallery@hollandartsnempls.com