CLASSES: PAINTING

Designed for both absolute beginners and intermediate painters, this class will equip painters with the basics of handling watercolor and knowledge of the materials and composing paintings. The transparency and fluidity of watercolor is very seductive because of its immediacy but, because the paints move so freely, they can be difficult to learn to control. Students will paint in class using their own sketches, designs, or photos or the instructor will provide additional subject matter. Feedback will be personalized to the goals of each student.

Skills acquired in this class include:

• Grounding in the technical basics of watercolor.

• A knowledge of the elements and principles of design in order to create effective painting compositions.

• Develop insights about your personal preferred subject matter and style.

Kay Byfield will go over supply list during first class meeting (no need for supplies for first Byfield course).

Tuesday class doesn't meet October 1.

Thursday class doesn't meet  October 3.

Improve your watercolor painting and design skills in order to create stronger, more effective paintings. This course is designed for people who would benefit from being offered painting projects that will push their growth forward but who have already acquired basic understanding of watercolor and are able to create paintings independently. The challenges provided will be tailored to the painting skills of the enrolled students and will vary from session to session so the course may be repeated.

Skills acquired in this course include:

• Enhanced painting skills,
  
  
• Strengthened understanding of composition and design
  
  
• Increased confidence about your ability to solve painting problems.

Class will not meet 10/2.

Start at the beginning learning basic techniques or step in where you left off and increase your knowledge and skill level. Each student will paint to their own strengths. A one-on-one approach to teaching is applied as you develop your sills using acrylic paint. Explore traditional to abstract and contemporary genres.

Skills acquired in this class include:

• Best practices for approaching painting from real objects, photos and your imagination.

• Knowledge of gels and mediums that can change drying time, texture and consistency.

• Fundamental composition rules and techniques such as dry brush, wash and impasto

Monday class will not meet on Labor Day.

Please download the corresponding supply list here.

Set a foundation for all styles of painting with a focus on the fundamentals of oil painting. This class will focus on the process and skills using an instructor provided photograph and step by step demonstrations. Perfect for first time painters to intermediate level painters, you will leave class with a greater understanding of the basics skills to be used in any style of painting you wish to pursue.

Skills acquired in this class include:

• Best practices for building up oil paint.

• Techniques for maintaining control when painting wet on wet.

• A variety of brush applications like glazing, dragging and impasto.

Saturday class will not meet 8/31 for Labor Day weekend.

Please download the corresponding supply list here.

Improve your painting and design skills with traditional and advanced painting techniques. This class will focus on the processes and skills at a higher level using photographs of your choosing. This class is available to intermediate and advanced painters who which to improve in areas of their work.

Skills acquired in this class include:

• Confidence resulting in faster application of the fundamentals.
  

• Strengthened design and composition skills.

• A thorough understanding of visual communication.

Saturday class will not meet 8/31 for Labor Day weekend.

NOTE: THIS IS AN ADVANCED COURSE. New registrants must have completed Beg Oil Painting from Photos or be pre-approved by instructor before entering this course. Please contact the Office at 214.320.1275 to learn more about enrolling.

Please download the corresponding supply list here.

Explore the exciting possibilities of applying energetic movement, organic abstractions, intricate details, & highly saturated watercolor to create unique wildlife and nature inspired paintings. With a focus on bold artistic expression students will capture nature in both literal and abstract ways. Through the creative process, with an experienced instructor, students will discover and develop their own unique artistic voice and painting style using the medium of watercolor. In class each painter will receive individual attention and guidance through their paintings development as well as encouragement to always find joy in the process. Sarah Janece’s enthusiasm for artistic expression, love of nature’s beauty, and excitement for painting will create an atmosphere of adventure as each student advances their own artistic skills and creative abilities. Open to all skill levels.

Supplies Link

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:3d45e14d-5c84-4ed4-8d0e-1fc032d33803

Start at the beginning, learning basic techniques or step in where you left off and increase your knowledge and skill level. Each student will paint to their own strengths. A one-on-one approach to teaching is applied as you develop your skills. Through the creative process students will discover and develop their own unique artistic voice and painting style using a wide variety of modern paints.

1 Year or more of oil painting experience is recommended.

Paint along with Dave for this 8-week class we will be learning to abstract. Simplifying an oil painting to its bare elements. It's a minimal way of painting representational art and will help you with plein air painting, painting faster, and loosening up. These are 8"x10" oil painting projects (so pick up a 12-pack of 8"x10"s) with a critique at the end of each lesson. After payment and before the session begins, you'll receive an email with a link to the photo reference along with the Zoom ID.

Refine your landscape painting techniques whether you are a beginner or experienced artist. We will meet at locations near White Rock Lake with the goal of producing one or more paintings or drawings per class.  The choice of media is open to you, but for beginners we will start with pencil drawing and gradually introduce other materials depending on your interests.  

Skills acquired in this class include:

How to use different media based on your interest.

Best practices for working outdoors “en plein air.”

Basic perspective and design techniques

Materials:
Portable chair
Hat
Small sketch pad
Graphite pencil
Eraser
Sharpener
Additional painting and drawing materials, easels, drawing boards depending on your interest and abilities.