Weekend Studio: Painting the Ocean

Conceptual artist Sophie Calle captures the emotional responses of people looking at the ocean for the first time in her video work Voir la mer (2011). Inspired by Calle and artists in the museum’s collection who have painted the sea, participants will experiment with light, color, and texture to create an acrylic painting that represents memories and emotions associated with the ocean. Visitors can explore Calle’s work in our exhibition Sophie Calle: Overshare. 

Tickets are $10 or free for residents of Costa Mesa. Advance registration is required, and space is limited. Overflow seating may be available with modified materials. Registrants that arrive more than 15 minutes past the start time cannot be guaranteed entry. 

Weekend Studio workshops invite artists of all experience levels to engage with current exhibitions through creative, hands-on activities. Workshops involve materials that are suitable for ages six (6) and up only, and all families must sit together for the duration of the program.
 

This workshop is made possible by the City of Costa Mesa.