Part 1: Wednesday, January 19, 2021
*Part 2: Wednesday, January 26, 2021
Time: 5:30-8:00pm
Teaching Artist: Stephen Herchak
Cost *per Session: Member $75 / Non-Member $95
Cost for Both Sessions: Member $150 / Non-Member $190
Age: 14+
*This special 2-part painting workshop is offered both in full as a 2-part course, or students may opt to register for Part 1 only (click “Book” then specify Part 1 for price adjustment). Registration for Part 2 requires registration for the entire 2-part course.
Part 1: January 19, 2021
This introductory level class is not a follow-the-steps/make-a-painting class but will teach the basic mechanics of painting with opaque media.
Topics include:
– how to use, blend and apply paint in an effective, efficient and organized manner to create a finished composition
– brushes and their uses, cleaning and care
– color theory, where it differs in practical application, and mixing to achieve different colors and shades
Part 2: January 26, 2021
Building on the basic knowledge of paint, brushes, color and mixing from Beginning Painting Part I, this
introductory level class will teach the basic mechanics of creating a composition in opaque media
working from a tabletop still-life setup.
Topics include:
– how to plan and sketch out a composition prior to applying paint
– how to apply paint in an ordered manner through a logic sequence of layers
– sense of depth through shadows and highlights
Materials and equipment will be provided for in-class use, however, a personal supply of paints and brushes is recommended for continued use at home! See suggested materials below.
SUPPLIES (provided for in-class use)
– Basic paints assortment (in tubes only):
— Black
— White
— a bright Red (such as Cadmium)
— a deep Red (such as Alizarin Crimson)
— a deep Green (such as Phthalo or Hookers)
— a deep Blue (such as Ultramarine or Cobalt)
— Cerulean Blue
— Yellow
— Yellow Ochre
— Burnt Umber
— Raw Sienna
— Violet
– An assortment of brushes (both round and flat)
– Palette or plastic trays for mixing
*Part 2 of this workshop series offered in the 2nd week requires participation in Part 1, be sure to register for the ENTIRE COURSE if interested in Part 2 as well! Or you may choose to take Part 1 only.
Click “Book” then choose your preferred option.
