Etiquette
If you are new to workshops, here are some tips to make your experience more enjoyable.
- Space is at a premium. You don’t need to have everything you own on the table in front of you. Put your extra paints, brushes, etc. on the floor or leave them in the car. Be considerate of the person sitting next to you.
- Arrive on time. If you must be late, be quiet and wait to set up until the instructor is finished with the demonstration.
- Don’t talk while the instructor is talking. Most of us have trouble hearing to begin with. Unless the words coming out of your mouth are “Fire!” or “There’s a spider in your hair!” it’s probably not that important, anyway.
- Think about the people around and behind you. Try not to block their view of the demonstration. If you’re tall, consider letting someone shorter sit in front of you.
- Put your cell phone on vibrate and go outside to have a conversation – no matter how short it is.
- Encourage the people around you. Every painting has something good about it – color, design, or an especially lyrical passage – find out what it is and give a compliment!
- On the other hand, unless you are the instructor, it is not polite to offer criticism or “helpful suggestions” unless they are asked for.
- If someone is missing a paint color, consider sharing a bit of yours - it will be really appreciated.
