MELINDA COOTSONA APRIL 2026
$649.00
- Registration Open
- Instructor: Melinda Cootsona
- Dates: April 17-19
- Materials: Listed below
- Cost – $649
- Read Studio Policies HERE
- Limited Spots – 12 Max
- No Coupons or discounts
11 in stock
Description
Learn How Cold Wax Can Transform Your Work!
The beauty and rich quality of a cold wax painting is created with multiple layers that create a history of color, value and texture. In this three-day workshop, Melinda will demonstrate how to create those layers with multiple tools and techniques. Many cold wax artists work with pure abstraction, however this medium can be used with realist images as well. Learn the various techniques that can apply to and enhance both approaches.
See why a cold wax painting is not the same as a “traditional” oil painting. Learn to embrace the surprises and unpredictable results that can happen with this medium while, additionally, learning methods to help you control it. Surprises with cold wax are what make this medium so exciting and fun!
Medium: Oil and COLD WAX. Water-based oils may be used. Melinda does not teach cold wax with acrylic paint.
***Class size limited to 12 students.
**Exact supplies available one month prior to workshop.
Workshop Schedule
Friday, Day 1:
- 9:30 – 4:00 - Workshop
- We will break for lunch. There are many wonderful eateries within walking distance. I hope to have us all eat together at least one of the three days!
Saturday, Day 2:
- 9:30 – 4:00 - Workshop
- We will break for lunch halfway through.
Sunday, Day 3:
- 9:30 – 4:00 - Workshop
- We will break for lunch halfway through.
Registration is Open! Limited to 12 Students!
April 17-19, 2026
MEET MELINDA COOTSONA
I am an artist now living in the beautiful Coachella Valley of Southern California. I was born and raised in Silicon Valley and am a California girl through and through. Inspired by the California landscape, colors, and light, I look to capture it’s essence in much of my work.
Thick, gooey oil paint is my medium, and my work is created by applying layers of shapes, colors, and textures of paint to the canvas over a period of days and weeks. I also now incorporate cold wax medium into much of my work to create rich history, texture and transparency.
I have been teaching painting to students of all levels for over 20 years. My goal is always to inspire students to find their own voice in their work, and to build confidence in their creative process. This world needs more creative people and my goal is to help you find your creative potential whether you are a beginning, “returning,” or experienced artist.
STUDIO INFORMATION
Studio Address
145 W. Main St., Suite 110
Tustin, CA 92780
**Park in parking lot or on the street.
Airport and Hotels
If you are flying in, the closest airport to the studio is Santa Ana - John Wayne Airport. It is about 5 miles away from the studio, with several hotels nearby as well. Our clients' favorite hotels are listed below.
Budget friendly and near the freeway
People LOVE staying in Newport Beach, at hotels or airbnbs. It is about 20 minutes from the studio via uber/car. There are also several Airbnb's closer to the studio, as well!
***there are hotels closer to the studio, but several that I DO NOT recommend. If you have questions about hotels, please reach out to me at karabullockart@gmail.com.
Workshop Policies: Due to limited class size, payment is non-refundable, but is transferable ONLY if the workshop sells out. If you purchase a workshop and are unable to attend, AND if there is a wait list for the course, we will offer your spot to a person on the wait list. If someone on the wait list is able to take your spot, we will reimburse you your tuition, minus a $75 admin fee for handling the replacement. If you are unable to attend the workshop, and the workshop has not sold out with a wait list, we will not be able to refund your purchase.
***These policies also apply to a Zoom workshop.
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