Learn techniques for drawing in plein air with an emphasis on capturing wildlife and nature gestures. Attendees will learn the basics of color mixing to develop close matches to animal subjects in front of them. Additionally, the workshop will cover how to capture the essence of the species with brief encounters. Students will learn how […]
Join artist Spencer Tinkham as he discusses his artistic journey from decoys to fine art. Spencer Tinkham is a Virginia based artist, who specializes in bird art. Tinkham will discuss his current Macrosculptues, which are magnified views of bird feathers inspired by actual museum specimens. He will also talk about his progression from duck decoys into the […]
Macrosculptures balance art with science, abstraction with realism, and sculpting with painting. These large wall-hanging works present the viewer with magnified perspectives of specific bird specimens with intriguing narratives. Tinkham uses a box cutter to sculpt the magnified feathers in basswood. Watch a feather emerge as he slices through wood with surgical precision. During this demonstration, […]
Join artist Spencer Tinkham as he discusses his artistic journey from decoys to fine art. Spencer Tinkham is a Virginia based artist, who specializes in bird art. Tinkham will discuss his current Macrosculptues, which are magnified views of bird feathers inspired by actual museum specimens. He will also talk about his progression from duck decoys into the […]
The class will begin with a brief discussion on Spencer’s artistic journey and will be followed by creative drawing exercises. Attendees will learn basic sculptural skills and come away with a unique soap sculpture of their own creation. This hands-on workshop is great for all ages and skill levels – all materials are provided! Registration […]
Macrosculptures balance art with science, abstraction with realism, and sculpting with painting. These large wall-hanging works present the viewer with magnified perspectives of specific bird specimens with intriguing narratives. Tinkham uses a box cutter to sculpt the magnified feathers in basswood. Watch a feather emerge as he slices through wood with surgical precision. During this demonstration, […]
Join Copley Fine Art Auctions’ decoy specialist, Colin S. McNair, for an Introduction to American Bird Decoys exhibit tour.
Join artist Spencer Tinkham as he discusses his artistic journey from decoys to fine art. Spencer Tinkham is a Virginia based artist, who specializes in bird art. Tinkham will discuss his current Macrosculptues, which are magnified views of bird feathers inspired by actual museum specimens. He will also talk about his progression from duck decoys into the […]
Copley Fine Art Auctions the nation’s premier decoy and Sporting Art auction house, will host the 2026 Winter Sale Preview during the Festival. View items and register to bid on world-class paintings, antique decoys, and decorative bird carvings