T4 Painting with Acrylics

Course Description

Painting with acrylics at an intermediate to advanced level, you will be developing your painting techniques with this versatile medium . Colour theory, drawing skills and different genre are taught in this class. Students are developing their own compositions or starting fresh with tutor feedback on new works from concept to completion. About your Tutor: Art has always been a part of Caroline's life, from drawing the things around her as a child, through to a BFA Honours Degree. The vibrant West Australian art world has been an inspiration and Caroline has taught all the different mediums since moving here more than 25years ago. She has won a number of prizes for her paintings and has works in collections nationally and internationally. About the Course The course covers all aspects of painting, utilising the special qualities of acrylics which show a large diversity that can liken them to oils as well as watercolours. What you need to bring Samples listed below, however, bring what you have and your tutor will explain what you need in class. Colours Purchase a quality brand of paint such as Atelier or Matisse for best results with colour mixing. White Crimson Lemon Yellow or Cadmium Yelllow Ultramarine Blue Pthalo Blue Cadmium Red (optional) Cerulean Blue (optional) Raw Sienna Burnt Umber Burnt Sienna Black (optional) and any other colours of your choice. Brushes Selection of bristle (hog hair) brushes including a large & medium flat brush. Each week bring the following - Plastic container or glass jar for washing brushes Stretched canvas - inexpensive canvas boards or canvas pads can be purchased from Jacksons or Oxlades (better quality advisable) Old rags to wipe your brushes Drawing materials - pencils, crayons, charcoal etc Impasto Gel (available at art shops - optional) Retarder (optional) Palette - Tear off or any large plastic plate etc.