EXPERIMENTAL PAINTING TECHNIQUE II

Class in person or via Zoom

Three hour class

Go to the CALENDAR for class dates and times.

LEARNING OUTCOME- Using acrylic and oil paints we will marry these mediums to create unique images, textures and effects. I used this technique to create hundreds of my illustrations.

A. Explore techniques using graphite and acrylic paints on illustration board then applying oil paint to create new effects and refinement. 

B. Focusing on experimentation adds a sense of adventure and freedom. 

MATERIALS

You will need a thick robust paper like Strathmore Bristol paper or hot press illustration board 15"x20," graphite sticks (pencils if you prefer or both), kneaded eraser, barrel/stick eraser, pearl eraser, various size brushes from small to 3" flat brushes, acrylic paints (as many colors as you want), oil paints (as many colors as you want), SpectraFix Spray Fixative, acrylic matt medium, Turpenoid Natural (or other Biobased rinse & thinner... Oil of Spike Lavender painting medium can work too), packing tape, Two containers- one for water and for the Turp, two spray bottles (one for water and the other for the thinner), sand paper, palette paper pad or butcher tray (to mix your paints in), piece of cloth or soft paper towels, latex gloves, hair dryer.

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Please make certain you are committed to attending this class as the registration fee is NON-REFUNDABLE. However, if you cannot make the class you signed up for, you may use your registration for another class (of similar value) or sell/transfer the class to another person. We realize that unexpected issues may arise which prevent you from attending a class but remember that a space has been set aside for you. This policy is firm. You must notify us in writing (via email) of any changes.

If this class is canceled for any reason, we will make every effort to reschedule it and transfer your registration, otherwise your registration fee will be refunded. 

More questions?

Contact me at greg@spalenka.com